November Tidbits 2019

The pool is coming along!

Our little flamingo :).

The girls got to make their own pies in Apple Hill at Grandpa's Cellar.  They had fun and we even met a teacher/previous air traffic controller couple!  What were the chances of that?!

More gaps in that smile of Lucy's :).

It's not officially fall until you've played in some leaves at our house!

Apple Pie Baking in Apple Hill

We went up Denver Dan's in Apple Hill to make some pies!  The girls got to make their own pies while learning a lot about math and apples. It was a bit of a chilly morning, but they had a great time and we had a little outing as a family!

Mandarin Picking

One Saturday, the girls and I got to go mandarin orange picking at a local place in Loomis.  It was a fun time and the day couldn't be more perfect!  We enjoyed a special lunch treat with both grandpas which made the day extra special :).

Celebrating Aubrey's 9th Birthday

We celebrated with some mini celebrations this year.  First we celebrated with our neighborhood friends with cake and games one evening.

Nana did her annual birthday tea with the girls.  Aubrey wanted a flamingo theme and Nana did not disappoint! 

Then we had a family birthday celebration with dessert.  Aubrey wanted a strawberry-chocolate cake for this celebration.

And we celebrated with our dear friends with bowling and cupcakes at the park.

Lots of little celebrations made for one very loved little 9 year old in our house!  Happy birthday Aubrey!

Happy 9th Birthday Aubrey!

Oh Aubrey girl.  Your last year in single digits!  How did nine years fly in a blink of an eye.

You are...

smart, 

beautiful, 

girly and tom-boy all in one.

You...

always try your hardest,

never procrastinate,

always will to help, no matter what.

You,

have learned to love baking just like mommy,

are hilarious,

are funny,

have the best belly laugh.

You...

are such a book worm,

are a constant gymnast - you flip around even when coming to say good morning,

are sarcastic - always quick with a joke.

You...

love shenanigans and making people laugh, 

love practical jokes,

are learning how to play the ukelele,

are a little fish - always wanting to swim.

You, 

love to learn or try new things even if they are hard,

persevere, 

are inquisitive,

are artsy,

are creative,

are a thrill seeker.

You...

are a great older sister - bordering on mom sometimes,

are athletic,

are strong,

are learning so much about yourself, this world and loving others.

You...

have a heart for God, 

are sensitive,

are quiet and shy.

You are our Aubrey and we couldn't be prouder of the young lady you're growing to be!

We love you so very much sweetheart.  Happy Birthday!

Love,

Daddy and Mommy