Happy faces

I can't remember what was so funny this morning, but I love it.

When I see my kids' beautiful smiles and happy faces my soul lights up.

I love you Isabella, Finnegan, Francesca, and Cecily.

Kids

When I walk out the back door, I never know what I'm going to find...

Bubbles, our cat, getting rides in the hand-made wagon.

(Notice all of the details in this picture.)

American Girl Picnics

Lola, our dog, running for her life.

Scooters

Or skateboards.

I love it...

Cowboy and Indian

Last night Finnegan and Isabella went up to Midway for a sleepover with Noni and Pap. When I went to pick them up... they were in the Swiss Days Parade!!! I never quite know how these things happen, but it definitely makes me smile. When I saw Finnegan, dressed and painted like an Indian, coming down the road, I couldn't help but laugh. He looked so cute and was feeling a little shy about the entire experience, but somehow he was doing it! He was the star of the parade. I know Dad loved every second of it. That's his little buddy. And Dad is used to doing things that Mom comes up with ... ha ha. However, if there wasn't a "Kelson" in the Swiss Days Parade, it just wouldn't be right. I've done it many many times.

Here they come...

"Indian Finn"

I love this picture of Finnegan.

Isabella and Olivia were candy throwers for the "Children's Justice Center".

Francesca and Cecily were observers this year.

They were very supportive and darling.