ArT PArTy!!

We celebrated Emma turning three by inviting three friends over to her ART party. I tried to keep things simple, but Bryan tends to roll his eyes whenever I claim this. The kids appeared to have a great time, goal achieved.

{Invitation}

The Setup

The pARTy!

We let the masterpieces dry and then peeled off the painter's tape. It worked well, other than it ripped a few of the boards when pulling it off.

Myles and Edison sharing a laugh.

After painting, we played hopscotch by shapes.

Next, we threw chalk paint balloons at our target.

However, they looked much more colorful on our newly refinished road.

The announcement of "CUPCAKES!"

The crowd went wild.

Loved using these mini painting palletes for the toppings.

Birthday girl was tuckered out after partying!

It was a great morning and I loved seeing Emma so excited about her party and getting into all of the birthday hype.

Stats for Myles!

We had Myles 4 month check-up, but with the move and getting into our pediatrician here, it was closer to 5 months old. Close enough. At almost 5 months, Myles…

Weight:  16 lbs 6 oz…….51 %tile

Height:  26.4 inches…….77 %tile

Head:  43.7 cm………….86 %tile

• Sleeps usually 8:00-7:00 ish (sometimes more, sometimes less) and typically wakes up once in the early morning to eat.
• Likes to be swaddled for sleep. Favorite place to sleep is being held, but coming in a close second is on his belly. I know, I know, "Back to Sleep." What can I say? He's the third child and I'm learning to roll with whatever works a lot more.
• Loves his binki.
• Actually likes his car seat now, especially when his brother is sitting next to him.
• Started oatmeal cereal and is ready for something else!
• Smiles easily and has a chuckle that can break anyone's bad mood in this house!
• Loves hugs and kisses.
• Always watching what Luke and Emma are up to.

….And he's a lady's man. :)

Myles and Oakley (6 weeks apart). My friend, Whitney, and I had all three of our kids within a few months of each other. The only downside to that is she makes it look so easy to have three kids! I feel like I still need a sweat band wherever I go. 

Love our Mister Myles.

A Hiking We Will Go

When you have numerous trails within minutes of your home and afternoon church, it is the perfect Sunday morning outing.

Reaching the gate, our turn around point!

C-e-l-e-b-r-a-t-e!!!

We continued celebrating our freedom by swimming at our neighborhood pool, grilling out, lighting off our selection of firecrackers and watching the town's display of fireworks. It was a busy, but oh-so-enjoyable day.

Emma changed into her party gear and accessorized herself for the evening festivities. 

Helping me prepare the BBQ sides.

Shout out to Bryan for the gorgeous roses.

The kids loved this and literally ate it up.

Myles rocking his patriotic, pearl snap button outfit.

Oh, he is so kissable!!

After the BBQ, we changed into pajamas and started the pyrotechnic part of the night.

Oohs and Aahs were audible.

Luke was loving it.

If the noise level could go down a level, Emma would give it a two thumbs up.

Even with the noise, I think she still liked it. :)

Doing silly faces to help pass the time before the fireworks show started at 9:45…

Or Bryan about to lose his mind with us crazies!! 

Myles almost made it until show time, okay, not even close.

The first couple startled him, but he was cashed out after a busy day.

The token firework picture.

Love celebrating the 4th. Love our freedom.