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Hannah’s Gymnastics Graduation

Another term has drawn to a close at gymnastics so Hannah had her graduation ceremony last Saturday.  She has been taking gymnastics for more than 2 years now and still really enjoys it so I’ll continue to enrol her as long as she does.

Flashback to Gymnastics Graduation June 2011.  Little cutie!

We also had a graduation in January of this year but well…ummm…you can probably tell why I didn’t have enough pics for a post.

Everyone can have a rough day but it was all good before we left.  Love you, my little gymnast!

Such a Beautiful Graduate

Last Thursday we celebrated Rebecca’s Grade 8 graduation.  Where has the time gone?  I was blessed beyond measure to be invited into the delivery room when she was born and she grabbed hold of my heart with her first cry and has held on to it  since then.  We share a special relationship and I love her like crazy!

Wednesday she invited me to go on a grad field trip to see The Wizard of Oz with she and her class.  We had a lot of fun together shopping at The Eaton Centre in Toronto and then going to the theatre.   I wasn’t sure what it would be like following 6 teens around the mall but they were awesome and we had a lot of fun together!

Thursday evening was so fun as I was now familiar with her classmates and could enjoy cheering for each of them as they crossed the stage.  I’ll be honest though, my loudest cheers and heart were all for one special girl.  Our Bec Bec!!

She graduated with honours and was also the recipient of the French Award.  (I’ll keep this in mind when Hannah moves into French Immersion in Grade 1 since Mommy doesn’t remember much French at all.)

After the ceremony Hannah found her Bec Bec to give her flowers.

Hannah and Rebecca share a special bond and as funny as it may sound, they have a great time hanging out together.  I think these pictures speak volumes.

Rebecca’s teacher was wonderful! 

Many of us went to celebrate this special occasion with Bec.  Her dad, my brother Ken.  The rest of the family was there too but I didn’t get an opportunity to snap a picture of them all together.

Grandma and Grandpa

Tor.  The girls became friends as babies and their friendship has stood the test of time.  I’m really glad they’ll be back in the same school next year!

Auntie Cathy.  So proud of our girl!!

The evening ended (for the family anyway) with the traditional first dance with Dad but this one ended up being a family affair.    So much love for one little girl!

A teasing post with Daddy.

Younger brother Keenan dancing under duress.

Grandpa.  I have a picture like this of Dad and I dancing at my Grade 8 graduation.  How neat that Rebecca has this privilege too!

Rebecca, You are a beautiful girl inside and out and we are all blessed to know you and be your family!  All the best in high school!!  WE LOVE YOU!!!

Mmm…Ribfest 2013

A few weeks back Hannah and I enjoyed Ribfest with Grandma, Grandpa and Bec Bec.  Ribfest is an annual tradition that we enjoyed in 2011, 2012 and then again this year.

Hannah started the evening by having her face painted which is always a special treat for her.

Next….da food.  Grandma and Hannah brining back a Bloomin Onion.  Yum!!

Delicious ribs – no further explanation needed!

Bec’s not a fan of meat but she rocked the pizza. 

After supper we rode a few rides thanks to Grandma.

Buh-bye Ribfest.  See you next year.

A Mini Vacation with Nana

Nana was recently away on a business trip so Hannah and I hopped into the car and went to visit her for a couple of days.  My silly girl was in rare form as you can see!

Checking out her ice cream that was served on a bed of dry ice.  Cool!

Little Miss Personality ready for a swim wearing her ‘google goggles’

25 mins in a car with stickers = adorable!

We may only have been away for 24 hours but you can see she made the best of it!  Hannah and I are both excited that soon we’ll be on vacation together!  Can’t wait to spend lots and lots of time with my amazing girlie and visit precious friends too!!!

Father’s Day 2013

Last weekend we had a great time celebrating Father’s Day!  Most of the family was able to meet up at Mom and Dad’s for a time of swimming, fun and mmm…BBQ.

Some of the grandchildren enjoying lunch.

A couple more kiddos joined in the picture with Grandma and Grandpa

Dad said his best gift of the day was my brothers, me and our kiddos being there to share Father’s Day with he and mom.

Even though the pool had only been open a week, it was a beautiful hot day and many of the kids went if for a swim.   Hannah took a while to get in but Bec was happy to float her around until she went in.  I was excited to see that Hannah can touch the bottom this year.  Yay!

Shelby floated along too.

Hannah loves hanging out with her older cousins.  Tor is an honourary cousin and we love her.

Ahhh….summer!

My silly girl wearing Grandpa’s fancy wrapping paper.

We celebrated Father’s Day a week earlier with Papa.

Happy Father’s Day Dad!  We love you!  xo

Precious Preschool Graduate!

My ‘baby’ is a preschool graduate!  Wednesday evening Grandma, Grandpa and Papa joined us at the church to celebrate Hannah’s graduation from Preschool.  Nana was away for the week but we know she was there in her heart.

The grandparents were on the ball and staked out the front row for our family.  Way to go!!

Entering to Pomp and Circumstance

The sweetest little Mama Pig ever!  Oh how I love her smile that lights up her entire face!

Bible Songs

Unfortunately it’s blurry but this is my little sweetie receiving her diploma

Celebrating with her friend Mya.

Hannah and Ella.  They met day 1 of preschool and were friends from that moment on.

Group hug for the ladies.

Errr…maybe not so much!  Isn’t 4 a hoot?!!

More sweet silliness.

Hannah with her amazing teachers Mrs. Hebert and Mrs. Devitt

We’re so proud of you Hannah XiaoFen!  Way to go!!!

Hannah, I know you are more than ready to begin Junior Kindergarten in September!  I’m glad your first year at school was such a wonderful success and am so thankful for all that your teachers taught you.  More than that I am thankful that they helped you fall deeper in love with Jesus!  You are a blessing sweetie and Mommy loves you more than she can express!  xoxo