Month: July 2013

5th Birthday Party!

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My two big girls’ birthday’s are 4 months apart. Sofie turned 5 in April and Livi turns 5 in August. This year we decided to have joint birthday for them right in the middle. Livi wanted a Dinosaur party and Sofie wanted a Princess party. So we combined the two! 
Happy Princess Dinosaur 5th Birthday Sofie and Livi!
We had a Paleontologist dig.
They had to crack open a fossilized egg to find the dinosaur inside and then dig in the sand for the dinosaur “bones”. 
Then there was pin the crown on the princess dinosaur.
Of course lots of jumping on their trampoline that we got them for their present.
Then, my brother who was home from Russia did some games for the kids. 
He was their favourite part. He was HILARIOUS.
This is Sofie’s special friend from church. Sofie loves her. I love her!
She was the first none family member that Sofie said the name of unprompted!
Dinosaur watermelon head inspired by Pinterest!
Check out this dinosaur princess cake that my sister made!
Blowing out the candles!
Can’t forget about the littles 🙂

These two are adorable!

Preschool Graduation

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My girls Graduation from Preschool happened over two weeks ago now. I’m still trying to get caught up on blogging about all our life milestones. Preschool graduation was a big milestone for all of us. I may or may not cry at the mere mention of my girls being ready for Kindergarten. 
We have been so blessed by their preschool this year. Both girls went together to 4 yr old school together. We chose Wind and Tide Preschool which proved to be a brilliant choice. Both my girls thrived. I was so worried putting Sofie in. I wanted her in 3 yr old school, just twice a week, but the funding didn’t work that way. I like how it all worked out though. The teachers and Sofie’s EA were phenomenal! They both learned so much and developed leaps and bounds. While I’m still worried about Kindergarten, I think this preschool has prepared all of us to tackle their school career!
Receiving their diploma’s!

Before their diploma’s they put on a three plays for us. Livi and Sofie were billy goats in The Billy Goats Gruff. Livi was the biggest billy goat who butted the Troll off the bridge. It was pretty much the cutest thing I’ve ever seen.

Then they sang us some songs. Sofie did awesome and was so in to it. She usually doesn’t do to great on party days when all the parents come but for Graduation she did amazing!

Livi’s best friend at school is really shy and was getting upset, so they moved her beside Livi and they both got the biggest smile on their faces. LOVE IT!
Kindergarten is going to be such a learning curve for us all. It is full time 5 days a week too! I’m excited and nervous. That is a long time away from Mommy and Daddy! I know they will be up for the challenge and my heart will be okay with them growing up eventually 🙂 I’m so proud of my big girls! They are accomplishing so much in their little lives already!

Walk for Awareness!

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I was sick last year for our first Walk for Awareness, which celebrates and raises money to support people with Down Syndrome! This year I was almost sick with my back out but I got too go and even got too walk!

It is really a fun afternoon, especially for the kids. There is mini golf, bouncy castles and slides. After the walk, we get to enjoy a yummy hot dog BBQ and prizes!

I love celebrating DS. It is pretty awesome! My daughter and sister are two of the most special people I know. Angels and Imps 🙂

This years Team Maggy & Sofie!

Evie had a lot of fun too!
Hopefully next year more of my dear family and friends can join us! It really is special to be all together  with so many other people who adore and love people with DS! It is also great to help raise money for the Down Syndrome Society to help pay for therapies for families who can’t always afford the extra costs.