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Our little man (aka Buster, Jej, bub, Lukey-poke) turned one last Friday. My mom and Dave came to visit for the occasion. We had a wonderful time with them, however, it went by way too fast. We did some fun things and ate way too much food. The pictures pretty much tell it all. However, we did go on a double date (thanks Tammy for babysitting) and saw Star Trek. I’m not a Trekky fan but it was awesome! Way better than I expected. Anyway, I’ll update ya’ll on Luke later. For now, enjoy the pictures.

Allie has had a lot of big events recently. She had her preschool graduation party, a dance recital and her 4th birthday.

The preschool graduation was held at a park. They played, painted their hand prints on t-shirts, ate pizza, took pictures and were given preschool certificates. I’m a little sad that it’s over. Allie loved preschool! Hopefully I’ll figure out something for her to do in the fall.

She also took a dance class. It ended a week ago with a darling recital. Allie was a little excited at the beginning and didn’t stay in her spot. She knew the dance well because we practiced at home but I think it was a little overwhelming to be on a stage in front of an audience…she was too distracted. But she was still so darn cute out there along with all the other 3 year olds.

Allie’s birthday was last Friday. She turned 4 years old. She wanted a purple princess Allie cake; so that’s what I made for her. Her party was at a place called Jumpin’ Beans. Twelve kids jumped their hearts out at this inflatable fun place. We played a quick game of stick the kiss on the frog and then sang and ate cake. Allie was so happy that most of her friends could make it to the party. She had a wonderful time! Now she’s on to planning her 5th birthday party.

Jake and I are doing well. Jake’s busy working on a dissertation and I’m trying to run the home. I was called back into the Primary as a CTR 6 teacher. I really enjoy teaching primary! Luke has taken five steps and is getting more brave every day.

We’ve got some more events coming up: Luke’s first birthday is on the 22nd, my mom and Dave are coming to visit next week and we’re packing up and moving to a bigger and better apartment in a few weeks. We’ll send out our new contact information the week of our move.

Allie – May 2009

Family picture after Allie’s Dance Recital

The purple princess Allie cake that she requested

The real purple princess Allie (if you haven’t noticed yet…her favorite color is purple)

Opening her present from Grandma and Grandpa D. She wore her new clothes to the party.

Singing Happy Birthday to Allie at Jumpin Beans

Having fun at the birthday party