We had the honor of being guests at Jude and Erica's wedding. What an amazing day and couple!!!
One of the neatest parts of the ceremony was the lighting and releasing of the lanterns into the sky. A really touching homage to Erica's family heritage.
Willem played O Come Little Children for his solo at VSSA. His confidence grows each recital!
Willem's prepster look. Insisted on buying the white shoes and assembled the look himself.
Audrey's Baptism at All Saints. So glad to welcome her into such a nurturing and family oriented church community.
Awesome God Parents!
Reverand Licia presided. She came to bless Audrey after her birth so it was especially touching that she performed her Baptism.
Audrey
Soccer season came to a close. So far soccer is Willem's favorite sport.
Opa, Lita and Oom Rik spent Thanksgiving week with us and were here for Wouter's birthday.
Family outing to Indian Steele Park with Lita and Opa.
Thanksgiving Day at Dad's.
Paw Paw's special bath for Audrey. Complete with dish washing soap. Huge hit in Audrey's books.
The annual hanging of the Christmas lights with Opa and Oom Rik. Without them there would be no lights!
Ellie wanted to play soccer on her school team so we gave it a go. Was a transition for her from being on the sidelines cheering to being front and center but she's looking forward to next year.
Willem and Mia's 2nd Suzuki Birthday.
1st play at Gammage Theater- The Lion King. We went on a double Mother/Son date with the Cherny's.
We were eager to see what there day is like at their new school so I went a did an observation. Willem greeted me at the door and showed me to my seat, put on music and offered me a drink. Then he went and created a menu of food and beverage options and came back to take my order. I had a quesadilla and ice water on a nicely decorated tray that he carried over. Now if we could only get that service at home!! Ellie was focused on making nap mats and washing the classes dishes, she really enjoys the practical life areas right now.
Rainy day!
After much anticipation, Ellie began violin lessons. She's really happy to be participating after two years of watching Willem.
