A day at Santa's Village

Friday we went with a neighbor and her daughter to Santa's Village, the kids all wanted to go back the next day and we stayed from open to close, I think they liked it. Parker got called on stage for one of the kids shows and won a stuffed animal, the highlight of his day. 

Dad's birthday and summer fun

We enjoyed celebrating Dad's birthday last weekend. His request was a coconut cake, we turned it green, his favorite color. Since the weather was cold and rainy we went to see Epic. We all love a movie and popcorn. 

We are keeping busy this spring with Tia in t-ball, Iris in softball and Parker in baseball, not sure how we will squeeze in 2 more schedules, good thing they are still little. 

First Communion

Parker and Iris made their First Communion on Saturday, May 4th, with all of their friends from school. They have been so excited to prepare and to receive this special sacrament. Grandma and Grandpa Hessling and Grammy all came and we enjoyed lunch at The Cheesecake Factory afterwards. The weather was beautiful, we couldn't have asked for anything more.

Lovely Day for playtime at the park

We have waited so long to be outside, Gabe and Cam are enjoying their time at the park.

Road Trip

The kids and I drove up to The Schoenstatt Center in Wisconsin, where Sister Marie lives, who leads my Mary Group. Our group and a couple other groups from Elmhurst collected gently used toys and clothes to give to some of the families in need that the Sisters serve in Wis. The kids loved seeing the Shrine and being part of bringing to those less fortunate, they really liked the gift shop and picking out something for themselves too. On our way home we stopped at A&W for lunch and of course, root beer floats. Then we made one more detour to the Jelly Belly Factory for the tour. Their favorite part was the ride on the train, Gabe and Cam both kept asking to go again.

Snowmen

We had so much fun making snowmen after school yesterday. There is nothing better than wet, sticky snow!!

Snow!!!

Finally we've gotten some snow. The kids have loved playing in it, eating it and sledding.