End of School Program - Kindergarten OPE

AA's elementary school held a year end program on May 21st that was singing and reading poems. All about summer fun, the beach and sports. Of the over 70 kindergarten children, AA was selected as one of 17 to memorize and recite a poem plus she sang a song in a small group too. She was awesome! So proud of her to walk up to the microphone and clearly say her words.
Glad she was in the front row so we could see her!

Friend and Club Family, Jane:

AA singing in her group:

Sang some songs while sitting:

Reciting her poem:

Ainsley and Kalena:

Singing with her classmates (Reed's Rabbits in red shirts):

Before the show; in her classroom:

Classmate and Club family, Benjamin:

Classmate Micheal:

All four Kindergarten classes (Pound's, Alfond's, Viola's and Reed's):

Wonderworks Pre-K friend, Ryder (we wrote about him in the past here):

It was a wonderful program, just under an hour, so perfect for these youngsters and parents!

Daily Dose of Alyzabeth - Monday 05/20/13

Another relaxing hour at the River House, our neighborhood pub.
I was wondering why I didn't have any good photos last week, turns out rookie error, I didn't check the settings. Hubby changed a few, so the "Auto" feature didn't work (which is what I need and use 99% of the time). All is well now so I coaxed AA into giving me a few smiles.
Out on the deck (with iPad):

Running around:

On our stroll back home:

Walking back home, with the river breeze, family time is always a good time!

The Past Week - A Little of Everything!

I had a great Mother's Day over a week ago. Perfume and self-decorated cake from little daughter and a spa gift card from oldest daughter.Then the week went by quickly, I had a vertigo spell so was sick one day, then just felt fuzzy for the rest of the week. By Friday, I was feeling better, wish I knew the source of my problem!

Last Friday evening, we met with our neighbors at the River House; this was their first visit. Hubby brought a tray of veggies and turkey roll-ups; great way to start the weekend!

My photography talent has left me, couldn't get a good photo at all this past week! AA came out blurry and I couldn't capture her smile!

While waiting for Carolyn to arrive on Saturday, we walked around the Club. The sun was bright and I didn't get any good photos of AA. I haven't taken any lately, so though it would be a good "Daily Dose". So here are my little girl squinting in all the photos!

These two below were taken in front of a painting on the deck; a little better smile!

Cousin Carolyn came for an over night visit and brought her little dog, Fayah. She is only 6 pounds and is very friendly. We went swimming in the pool and took walks with the dog. AA always talks about having a dog, so this was her chance to learn how to walk the dog and play with her. AA doesn't really remember her year with our Salty Dog so she enjoyed Fayah's visit.

Hope everyone has a great week! We are looking forward to getting back on the golf courses with Alyzabeth, the Memorial Day weekend and soon school will be out!

Cupcake Carriers

With Alyzabeth and I perfecting several cupcake recipes, we have the problem of transporting the cupcakes after they are frosted. For every batch we make, all but three of four stay with us as we give away most of them to neighbors and to our favorite local River House Manager (Kelly).
Back in 2008, I found a great carrier and gave one away. Somehow, if I have one I don't know where it is (we moved last year, so many things are still packed!).
I was visiting with cousin Carolyn over a month ago and we went into a few stores after our luncheon date. It was a discount store and there were two different cupcake (24) carriers. Only two. One of each type. Of course, I had to have them. Our grown daughter loves making cupcakes too, so we can share (yes, that's one way I justified the purchase of two of them!).
This one collapses when not in use and can be used for a cake too (has two removable layers):

 The next three photos are of a cupcake shaped carrier with lift out trays:

 Love them both!

Lindsey and Nick - Engagement Celebration!

Our best friends, Kenny and Pam Davis co-hosted an engagement party last Saturday for their daughter Lindsey and fiance Nick. It was held at Nick's parents home in St. Augustine. Daughter Leaa and Jesse kept AA for us and she had a great time with them at Salt Springs for the day!
A great party with delicious food (low country boil, crab and shrimp dips and plenty to drink!).
Cookies with "L and N" on them:

I didn't take many photos as friend Ralph (and fellow alumni from UMO) was taking TONS to make into a party book afterwards. I caught a few of him taking the pictures. Bride to be below in white dress:

My dinner plate, yummy shrimp, sausage and veggies:

The only photo I took of Nick is very blurry!

Our corner of the back yard was great, shade from the hot sun and coverage when a few rain sprinkles came:

 Here's one of the photos taken by Ralph (above). Great shots!

Can't wait for the wedding!