Hannah's violin recital

I started Hannah in violin the first of the year. I didn't realize how challenging it would be. Most things have come pretty easy to Hannah and this did not. She really had to work and it was good for her. She had no music background and so she had a lot to learn with just the music theory stuff aside from learning how to hold the violin correctly and play it. There was just a lot to learn in a short amount of time. It was also in a group setting which means less individual attention. She has learned a lot and come a long way in the last 5 months. We're going to stick with it and see where it goes. I am really proud of her.

Hannah and her teacher Cami Turpin

Hannah had her violin recital the first of the week. Each student had to play a solo and duet as well as several pieces as a group. Hannah is the youngest of the group. She had to go first with her solo. This is a video clip of her solo. It was scary for her and I think she did great!

Preschool Graduation

Spencer went to preschool this year and absolutely loved it. He is a sharp little boy and is very prepared for kindergarten. He is already reading which he enjoys. His teacher was terriffic and so good with the kids. He had a little graduation ceremony which was fun to watch. It's hard to believe he will be in kindergarten at the end of summer. He thinks it's great!

The family

Spencer's buddies Eli and Zach. They are funny to watch together. Lots and lots of energy there!

Spencer and Miss Shannon

Spencer's entire class. I loved the caps and gowns!

Spencer's Birthday

Spencer turned 5 on May 5th. He was very excited for his birthday this year and was counting down for weeks! On the morning of his birthday he came and stood by my bed very early to tell me he was the birthday boy. He stood up really tall and asked me if he was bigger. =) He was now five and had to be bigger right?! I thought that was really cute. He enjoyed all of the attention he got.

The happy birthday boy!

I found this really easy pony cake to make which worked out perfect. Spencer has a horse webkin named Spotsu which you can see above. I had to decorate the cake to look like Spotsu. I think everyone was happy with the outcome.

One of his favorite gifts was a new bike that actually fits him! (Thanks Shauna for the hand me down! It is perfect)