Bug Bites and Sprinklers...summer is almost here

As I am catching up on my blog, it is hard to believe how fast these days are going by. We were anxiously waiting for summer and now it is close to the end of July already!

We found out last summer that Bella's body does not respond well to mosquito bites but we got another big reminder before the best of those summer days approached this year.

Swollen, red, hot to touch, and "it hurts". All is better now and we happily have had no more reactions, as we take a proactive approach with a little Zyrtec a day to keep those crazy bug bites away.

First sprinkler set up of the year. Bella loving it.

This was a thrill to see since last summer her feet never touched the ground. Happy to watch her running and smiling.

Figuring out the best way to go about this

Two happy wet girls. Think I can keep this on the list of things to do this summer.

Celebrating Mother's Day

The Saturday before Mother's Day we visited with Mee Maw and Papa Joe. The weather was nice and we spent most of our time outside on the great screened in deck. It was relaxing. We missed the big surprise delivery, but before we got there Mee Maw's new outdoor wooden swing arrived. It was her joint Mother's Day gift from everyone.

Mee Maw enjoying her grandkids.

Let the silliness begin.

Mother's Day morning. Thoughtful gift of the Tupperware I had been wanting. Had hoped to get a good picture with the girls but here's reality....Anna was not in the mood

Here's the feisty little girl. On our way to drop her off at Grandma's house before church. We would be going on vacation the next weekend so we wanted to make sure she had no exposures at church. This kid picks up everything! We are so grateful for Grandma's help!

Waiting excitedly to go to Mr. Gary's class.

After a little visit and lunch, about to head back home.

So very grateful for a Happy Mother's Day! So very blessed everyday!

Zoo Passes

Back in April 2009, we bought annual Zoo Atlanta passes. It has been a fun year of visits. We had one of our best visits our last time before our passes expired this past April. All the animals were out except the Elephants.

The cute, new baby Giraffe

A sweet Lion Cub

The Pandas were out full force

And as always, saved the best for last. The Zoo has an awesome playground.

Anna beat big sister down the slide...although one time was enough for her.

Bella braved the slide on our last visit. She always goes out with a bang!

Family photo with our new panda souvenirs.

Panda loving cousins

Best Buds

Easter Sunday

All ready for church.

At Mee Maw and Papa Joe's house. We were excited to be able to visit since we had miss the big, annual Easter Egg hunt the weekend before due to two sick little girls.

Taking a few pictures before the Sunday best comes off.

At least Bella posed with me...just shows Anna's true personality...off and running and entertaining herself

Reenacting the miss Egg Hunt.

A quick shot before we headed home...even Argo jumped in.