Happy Mother's Day

A visit with family

We had the pleasure of spending time with our newest niece, Alex, this weekend when Eric and Katie brought the girls up for a quick day trip.  We all invaded the senior's home where my Grandfather lives to visit, have lunch and cause a little commotion.  Several of the residents came out to see what all the noise was about, but really I think they enjoyed seeing the kids all laughing and playing. 

Baby Shower and a Spring Concert

Our good friends, Brian and Ashleigh, are getting ready to welcome their 2nd baby this summer. Natalie and I had a chance to spend time with Ash and Lil this weekend.

Lilly is going to make a great big sister!  She loves this baby so much already.

And tonight was the 1st Grade Spring Concert at school.  They sung 4 songs and it was super cute!

Danny did pretty well during the concert ....

Was even clapping at all the appropriate times ...

Until he just had enough and threw himself on the floor and decided to just lay in the middle of the aisle. 

Since he was being quiet, we let it go.  Overall, I think a great time was had by all.

Happy Easter from the Badour Family!

Up on 2 Wheels

Well, it's official. Natalie no longer needs training wheels. She was very hesitant to try riding without them so we didn't push. Finally, she came to us and said she was ready. It only took 2 days and she was up and riding.

Danny is doing some minor repairs to his trike.

Here's Greg giving a little pep talk

Yeah!

She's here

The newest member of our family is here!
Meet Alexandra Jane ... born 7:34am .... 7lbs 2 oz

Congratulations to Eric, Katie and Big Sister Anna!

Happy Birthday Natalie (Late)

Last week our girl turned seven.  As in seven.  It doesn't even seem possible, yet, here she is.  Definitely not a baby anymore.  She can read and write, solve math problem, ace spelling tests...

She has a little circle of friends and when the phone rings now, we have to actually check to see who's calling.  Instead of just telemarketers, the phone now rings with a purpose.  It's for her.  She goes on play dates and sleepovers and rides bikes with the kids in the neighborhood.  Her social calendar is more full than ours.

Natalie is a GREAT big sister.  She is so patient and kind with Danny, even when he exhibits those "terrible two" behaviors.  She is a great teacher when it comes to his speech, and his biggest cheerleader when it's potty training time.  (This could be because she gets the candy reward too!)  Danny and Natalie have a bond already that we know will only grow stronger through the years.

Our girl is great and we wouldn't change a thing.
Happy 7th Birthday Bean!  We love you!