Friends

Jamie's second daughter, Anya got to come over to our house today! It was so much fun to watch her and Juliette play together. They played kitchen, dress up and shared so well. I can tell they have both gotten a lot of practice sharing with their older siblings! 9 months apart may also be an easier age gap than 4, like their older siblings too!
Looking forward to more fun together, Anya!

Playgarden Pictures

I forgot to post these two pictures from Playgarden camp this last summer! Luca had such a blast at camp! This last Friday, Luca got to join Juliette at preschool, as Seattle Public Schools had and in-service day. I stayed on campus and Luca just had a blast and said, "I wish I could still be in preschool, I LOVE the playgarden!" Grateful that he can spend time over the summer at the PlayGarden and during the open events during the year. What a magical place to be apart of!

Dress up time!

Luca the pirate!

Juliette Elizabeth

Juliette is growing up fast! She started preschool in Sept. She is going to the playgarden preschool on Monday and Friday mornings. I feel like she is quickly turning from toddler to little girl. Juliette is tall for her age and quite expressive. She has recently gotten into dress up, jewelry, and anything sparkly.
Here is a picture of her preschool class and another of her doing one of the things she loves to do most, looking at books while looking adorable!

Luca's first soccer game

Luca is on a YMCA soccer team for 4/5 year olds. He is having so much fun being apart of the team! Here are a few pictures from his first game!

 Just after getting his new Jersey!

He did a great playing on the field and goalie. He saved three goals!

Katie's 34th Birthday

I had a great birthday! Thanks for all the cards, and birthday wishes from everyone The day began with big hugs from both of my kids and lots and lots of Happy Birthday Mama! Super sweet. I got to go running with Mari at Discovery Park in the am, rode the Ducks with John and Luca in the afternoon (thank you mom and dad for watching Juliette), had a delicious meal that John made for us all with family and friends, and a cozy bon fire after dinner outside with friends! I loved rolling from one fun thing to the next all day long, and being with people that love and care about me throughout the day! What a great day!

                                       
 Luca "mom please take a picture of that BIG duck" It is so funny

 What we were riding in

 Our old apartment in Eastlake... remember those days?

 Luca, Juliette and I  had some sprinkler fun in the front yard after riding the ducks...who would have guessed it would be 85 F on my birthday

 Beautiful meal prepared

 Just what I love...a full table!

and good conversations by the fire

Luca's school

Luca is loving loving loving kindergarten. Everyday is full of only highs, no lows... and not even a fall to speak of yet either. He is just having a blast, learning, making new friends and being engaged all day long! We are loving having him at school. It is such a blessing. His teacher and one on one are both wonderful! We are so thankful!