Four Years Ago

First Day of School!!

Today Sofie went to  K4.  She was excited to go.  When we got to the crowded gym she started to feel nervous, but she did what she had to do, and followed the line right into the room.  Hooray for Sofia!!!

Summer of 2013

We are back, and we have a lot of ground to cover.  What a summer! Sofia had fun times with family and friends. Take a look.  (Sorry some of the pics are sideways.)

 Playing with Lucy and Ethel, our pet chickens.  You can't tell from her face, but she really does love them.

 A Sunday visit with Omama.

 Riding a two wheeler! Mom has to start jogging again.

Her last day at preschool with friends Megan and Clara and others.

 Climbing a tree with Auntie Marlene.

 On stage at summer camp. "Oh Mr Sun, Sun, Mr. Golden Sun.."

 Swimming with Lily.

 Tomato girl!!  We have 14 tomato plants, and Sofie eats everyone as they turn red.

 Farewell lunch with Peter in Chicago.  We are proud of our Marine.

 Going to the zoo, zoo, zoo. How 'bout you, you, you?

 A beautiful Dirndl, straight from Munich.  Thanks Tante Bridget!

 At a German dance with cousins.

 Playing with Josie after a great swim at Hoyt Park.

At the playground with Jackson.

Swimming with Onkel Matz.

And now the summer is officially over.  Sofia starts K4 tomorrow!!

Happy Mother's Day

We spent the day visiting with Omama and enjoying the spring tulips.

Happy Easter..just a little late

 A giant Easter Bunny came to visit the children at Sofie's school.

In her pretty Easter dress.

A feast for all.

Our family

Omama's Nuss Torte

A walk to the lake

Eating chocolate with Omama

I'm 4 Years Old!!!

 I can't believe that my Sofia is 4 years old!  We had friends over for a delicious meal, some dancing, strawberry cake (Sofie's favorite)  and her first sleepover.  Fun times.

Sofia is now 41 inches tall, and she weighs 36 pounds.  She eats everything..but has favorites like: strawberries and any fruit, and anything sweet.  That must be why she is such a sweetie pie.  

                                           Dancing with friends

Palatschinken for breakfast