Preschool, Visits w/friends, Sac Zoo, Mothers Day & the 29-4!

Another year has gone by for Giada at preschool. She continues to love Grace, and we always enjoy open house. This year she gave herself spikey red hair and tons of accessories! 

Sac visit with Dub and Red; per the usual, tons of laughs! The kids had a blast playing together, especially freeze dance & trampoline. Brookyln got after it saying bye to Gino; it was so adorable.

 St Mary's Olive Oil Festival. Always a good event. Mike brought the kids out and they loved the Kids Zone - games, face painting, water play, plants to garden with and a bonus it was all in the shade. It was SO hot that day; Jeanne and I felt like we were in a Sauna under that canopy.  

 Happy Mothers Day! It is a funny holiday; you want to see your mom, your mother in law, sis in law, and now it's a holiday for me too. Although none of the moms should have to do all the work that day! So we may have found a great compromise. We went to the lake, all brought a small contribution and had a nice brunch for a couple hours. It was relaxing and nice to see everyone.  

 Giada of course had a blast. Lizard catching and fishing!

Dentist time again! G is getting so brave, she said " I don't even need you in the room mom"

 Happy Birthday to me! Breakfast with my littles at my parents and I enjoyed a nice lunch and dinner out as well.  Happy 29-4 to me! 

 Also Happy 2nd Anniversary to Matt and Steph. My mom took the kids out to Oak Farms where they got married to get Matt and Steph some wine. The kids enjoyed the adventure; fun place to roam around and picnic. 

Last week when we had Stella we decided to go to the Sacramento Zoo. Heather and I were outnumbered 5-2; but the kids were all super cooperative and had a blast! 

Feeding the giraffes is always a highlight.

Stella is now walking, but last week she was so close. Giada loves to help her!

 Big fun this weekend to visit with the Kanters before they head back north. The weather was beautiful and the kids spent hours in the pool, only to get out for a few minutes for snow cones. Thanks for a good time Jenny & Aaron. See you on the next visit!

Birthdays! (Mine, KR, Jude's), T-ball, Open House, & Mother's Day

Well folks, the day has come....for Giada to start playing sports! Tot T-ball or bust!

Giada is on a team with her buddies Dylan and Seve, which make it just as much fun for the parents, kids and fan club to watch.  Week 1 a parent was with almost every kid the entire time they were in the outfit and Giada shed some tears. You know for things like - being upset when she hits the ball and doesn't get to field it herself... But, week 2 MUCH better. Although the 3rd time they are batting or in the outfield, all the kids start losing interest..it is a LONG hour!

 
 

This was a week of birthdays!  Kristen and I celebrated the 29.3 this week!

 We spent a relaxing afternoon at the spa to celebrate KR...

And a delicious dinner with friends. Press Bistro in Sac was delicious once again and the gelato place around the corner - amazing! Fun night!For Mothers Day we had a relaxing day at home, a visit to see my mom and lunch with Mikes family.  Giada made me this card at school. I do like the tan she gave me!

Lucky me, with a birthday after Mother's Day I get 2 celebrations. After spending the day with the kids; Mike and I went out to dinner alone, which was rare and nice...then cake pops for dessert! Good start to the next year!

 This week was Giada's open house at her preschool. She was so excited to show us her work. Here are a few gems. She's undecided on her future - lol ....
 

 We celebrated Jude's bday this weekend. Amy had the Serpentarium come with animals which was SO much fun. I should have known Giada would enjoy holding every reptile they brought!!

 Busy weekend, Gino and I also attended a baseball themed baby shower for Cain.  The party planners did a great job- the theme was darling! Bre was showered with nice gifts, and we had a nice evening with lots of laughs!

 Nicole Grauman decided it was definitely time for Gino to have a cupcake....he seemed to enjoy it!

Randoms from the week. 

Giada wanted to be just like dad and threw on his "Tremari Ranch" hat! The Barberas would be proud!

Gino is making progress standing alone or with little assistance!

 Swings are fun!