Sunday, July 29, 2012

Happy Birthday, Aunt Dana!

Sunday dinner was extra special today! We went to Uncle Moustache's (Uncle Frank's) house for a pool party to celebrate Aunt Dana's birthday. Grace and Andrew were so happy to swim in the pool, shoot Grandpa with super soakers, and play with James and Jenna. Grace was anxious to show off her swimming skills, and Kate enjoyed splashing in the pool with her Aunt Dana! 
Katherine Rose and "Nana Rose"
Cousin Anthony trained Grace and Andrew to use the super soakers!
Then they attacked Grandpa!
Grace and Andrew love playing with Jenna! She even read them a story.
Two cakes... double the fun!

Saturday, July 28, 2012

Toy Story Party!

We "Rounded up the Whole Gang" for Andrew's Toy Story birthday party at Bounce U today, and we had a terrific time celebrating our 3 year old! He had such a great time at his party! He was non-stop, and had a huge smile on his face the entire time! Andrew enjoys being surrounded by his family and friends. Everyone spoiled him... especially Aunt Dana! She made Andrew the coolest Toy Story birthday cake, which came complete with lots of fun figurines! So, our little man had just as much fun playing with his cake as he did eating it. By the end of his party, the face painter turned Andrew into a tiger. He truly was a PARTY ANIMAL!
The official invitation!
Before the party began, Andrew hopped into a recording booth with his cousin, Wally, and recorded Fun's "We Are Young."
Andrew and his buddies intently watched the instructional video.
The whole gang!
He is always this intense!
Andrew had a snake and dinosaur painted on his hands.
What a lucky boy! Aunt Dana's cakes continue to amaze us!
"Happy Birthday Dear Andrew!"
He blew out all of his candles at once! I wonder what he wished for?
Team Colonna
Aunt Dana also made delicious Toy Story cupcakes for all of the children.
Andrew happily selected a pinwheel from the Bounce U treasure chest.
Poor Kate was partied out!
My little "Party Animal" in his personalized 3rd birthday shirt!
LuLu, Andrew, and Nana
"ROAR!"
The party was a success!
Andrew received so many thoughtful gifts from his friends and family! He especially loves his new big boy bike and helmet, Mega Bloks, and various Toy Story gifts! He is a very lucky boy, and we are very blessed to have such a sweet and loving son!

Friday, July 27, 2012

Pool Playdate

We enjoyed a playdate with the Crescitelli, Hryniw, and Zingarelli families this afternoon. I think the mommies had just as much fun as the kids! 
Our sweet babies are getting so big! (Gavin, Kate, and Jacqueline)
The "big kids" were happy to play in the kiddie pool today, which made it an even more enjoyable afternoon for the moms. (Joey, Andrew, Grace, Bella, Madelyn, and Lily)

Princess Performance

Grace had such a great time at Princess Camp this week at Anita Ehler's Dance Extensions. She was excited that Miss Sandi was her teacher, and her friends, Brenna and Madelyn, were in her class. LuLu, Pop, Andrew, Kate, and I were happy to watch her recital today. She did a beautiful job dancing with her friends, and I was impressed with all the arts and crafts she made this week. At the end of class, Grace received a princess bag filled with photos, crafts, and memorabilia from her fun week!
Introducing... Princess Bernadette Grace. When she walked down the walkway, her smile could light up the room. Look at the fancy tiara she decorated!
Sleeping Beauties!
Pop was so proud of his "Leading Lady."
Grace and Andrew with the Hryniw Princesses
Madelyn, Brenna, Grace, and Andrew