Ry's New Leo

We had to invest in a new leo for Rylee. We went to gymnastics the other day and when we got back and were changing her clothes you could see an imprint of the leo she has been wearing because it had been so tight! She gets so excited about this kind of stuff...well, she gets excited over just about anything you do for her!

Our little gymnast!

Rylee had her very first dance class this past Friday, she LOVED it! We were rushed to get from gymnastics to dance (although in the same building, we had yet to purchase dance shoes) and I didn't have a chance to snap a pic. of her in her dance leo. Will for sure do that this week - anticipate that blog to follow!

Let's Get Dressed!

The other morning we were running a bit behind schedule. We had to get Ry to preschool, so I just kept Macee in her jammies knowing she would be alright in those and we'd get her dressed when we got home. Once we got home I said to Macee, "Let's go get you dressed." I said this though while I was doing something else and didn't follow her immediately into her room. Once I finished up what I was doing, I started heading down the hall to her room and hear her rummaging around in her drawers. Of course, she was into the dress up drawer (I'm telling you, nothing but entertainment.). Macee had decked herself out in accessories, ready for the day!

Isn't she lovely?
She was even wearing shoes!

Dressed Up Divas

Ok, so besides the PJs the girls are glamed up! I picked up these new shades for the girl's one day at work - yes, we already have our first spring line out! Anyways, the new sunglasses are a hit with Ry and Mace...they love them! They have been pairing them with other accessories...it's too cute! This is why I'm always looking for things to add to our dress up drawer! It provides entertainment not only for the girls, but for us too!

Our little divas!

Macee is way too busy deciding which bracelets to wear to look at the camera. She is now asleep in her room with all her jewels in a bag next to her!

Rylee checking herself out in the mirror. She says she is wearing the ring so she "can be a parent" hmmmm....she's too funny!

Bird Food

Rylee's class made little treats for the birds this past week! They covered bagels with peanut butter and bird seed and hung the bagels with those pipe cleaner things. A sweet treat for our flying friends!

Rylee with her bird treat! Looks quite yummy huh...for a bird right?

I went outside in the FRIGID cold to hang it on our tree for our birdie friends. I don't think a single bird has eaten from it :( Maybe I'll move it...see if we get any takers at a different location.

Laritz Family Update

I know, I should be scolded, it's been a week since I last updated the blog! This past week has been a busy one...and I can't quite remember what made it so crazy!

Rylee missed another day of preschool on Tuesday. She woke up running a fever (which automatically takes her from school if she's ran a fever within 24 hours of school) and complaining of a headache. Of course, not being able to go to school was worse than the headache and not feeling too great. This kid really likes school! We also tacked on dancing to Ry's list of activities. She has her very first dance class on Friday...right after gymnastics!

Macee's eye is completely healed...no more Rocky...for now at least! She has finally adjusted to her new bed completely and hasn't been coming into our room in the wee hours of the night to sleep with us (thank goodness!)!

I dived a little deeper in serving the Lord this week! I am now the Team Leader for the Toddlers classes at our 11AM service! Today was my first day, it was crazy, but isn't it suppose to be on one's first day? I know I'm going to love it! I met so many wonderful volunteers as well as children today...they ROCK! I am also still working a few days a week at The Children's Place. We are still short an Assistant Manager, so until they get that figured out I will continue to be an Assistant and do what I can to help them out!

Wondering about Marty? He's always busy doing computer stuff...when he's not having to play "only parent" while I'm at work! I think it's been an eye opener as to how busy the girl's are ALL THE TIME!!!

We had a little photo shoot the other day when it was beyond FREEZING out! Here is one of the shots I got of the girls!

Dress Shopping with My Bestest!

Friday morning I headed up and over to Cincinnati to meet my bestest (as well as her momma, her future mom-in-law, and her sister-in-laws) to shop for the perfect dress for Lindsey. We had a super fun day of looking at dresses, watching Linds try on MANY dresses, and finally seeing THE ONE! It is a fabulous dress and she looks absolutely beautiful in it! We also tried on lots of bridesmaids dresses! I believe that we accomplished a lot for Linds big day yesterday! The best thing, we had so much fun together!

Lindsey and her Momma after the dress decision was made!

(I would post a pic. of the dress, BUT at risk of too many seeing the most sacred piece of the wedding, I am not! Some will just have to wait until I post about the big day...in November!)

Princess Cookies

The girls and I made princess cookies the other day! They are quite yummy! I'm working on having the patience to bake with the girls. I'm quite uptight when it comes to messes, unfortunately, I'm working on it though! We made princess crowns and slippers, Ry helped chose the colors...well, with some encouragement for more than just pink!

our princess crowns - we made one for Daddy too...guess his can be a prince or king's
sorry, unable to flip the pic. for some reason - these are our princess slippers!