Erik's First Day of Preschool

When Erik turned 2, he was able to start school at Clever Endeavors where I teach. I was so excited to have my little boy come to work with me and begin having enjoyable, beneficial experiences at school. Julia was excited to have her little brother at school with her. Erik has been doing incredibly well at school. He seems to have a lot of fun and he likes the teachers. What a big boy!

Erik's 2nd Birthday Party part 2

Erik's 2nd Birthday Party

We celebrated Erik's birthday witha monkey theme party at La Veta park. it was a fun party - Erik had a great time. Our family was there, the Sperry relatives were still in town and the Manions - friends from church also made it. We played, had bubbles and balls for playing, there were snacks and even a monkey cake my mom made for Erik. It was a perfect party.

Erik is 2 Years Old

July 9, 2009 was Erik's 2nd birthday. I can hardly believe my baby is now 2 years old! It seems like I was just bringing him home from the hospital. Erik has been such a joy. He is sweet and loving, adventurous and curious and has the funniest sense of humor. I am so grateful to has such an amazing little boy in my life.

More Pics at Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach July 2009

Of course, any trip to SoCal is not complete until you visit the beach. We took my family to Laguna beach for the day before they left to return to Rhode Island and New Hampshire. Cadence, at only 8 months old, has now been in both the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.

More Knott's Pics

Knott's Berry Farm

While my family was here, we had a day at Knott's Berry Farm. Everyone had a blast. The kids loved Camp Snoopy and there were plenty of big rides for the grownups. Caroline even liked going on some of the bigger roller coasters. It was such an exciting, delightful day.

Santa Ana Zoo with Sperry Relatives

While my family was here, we spent a day at the Santa Ana Zoo. The kids had a lot of fun, and I think the adults did, too. My little neice Cadence seemed to love all the animals. Erik liked the monkeys a lot.

Independence Day 2009

We had a fun July 4th. We went to the ward pancake breakfast at the park and had a delicious BBQ with lots of homemeade fixins'. The best part was that my family came in the night before and were there for all of the fun.

Cousins Visit from Utah

My cousin Kara and her husband and kids came down to Southern California for a short vacation. we spent some time together while they were here and the kids had so much fun together. Carson is 6 and Kamryn is a year and a half. The cousins are building relationships now that will hopefully continue for years to come.