What have I done for someone today?
Have I done any good in the world today?
You will never regret a kind deed done to someone in need.

Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Happy 7th Birthday to our growing Domonique

She has been talking about this day for a very long time. Her sisters decorated for her special day! We all enjoyed pancakes with Neapolitan ice cream! We did all sorts of designs but my favorite were the faces!

She opened Grammy and Gaffa's card right after breakfast!
Good job remembering!





Of course, we went to our friends pool.
Everyone was so excited!
We took lunch with us and so that was extra fun!

 Naomi was happy to play outside the pool.

There goes Harmonie!

Keep kicking, Camdilyn!

Sister fun with goggles!

Helping prepare Domonique for swimming in the deep end.
Not sure she's really ready for this.

Go Xiomara!


Here she goes!

Emily followed her in.
They made it to the shallow end,
but I think Domonique was not so happy about the whole thing.

Two little swimmers!
I love these floaties and so do they!

Marissa was happy to have Naomi swim with her.
I was just glad Naomi was happy to go into the water.


Warming up and eating.



Crepes with fruit and whipped cream for dinner!
Delicious.
I should have gotten a picture of Marissa's
because it was so delicious looking.

Cake time! What a specially decorated cake
for this special birthday!



Carefully hand wrapped present from her sisters....

Kemiah crochet a purse/bag without any instructions.

Xiomara crocheted her a snake that she can squeeze and hit when she's upset.

From Grandma and Grandpa Nichols,
who were out of town for the party.


I think she's a bit excited about this one...

She has wanted a watch for a long time.




She asked for this game and is excited to play it!















She asked for yarn and her own crochet hooks.
I guess she'll be learning how to make stuff!




Big family surprise!


An easy set up 10 foot round pool to enjoy the rest of the summer!


The best - cake and ice cream!
What a special treat!


Had to play some Loo N Chewy.


Ready for the show to begin!
We made it to our spot just in time!






It was a fantastic show! What a wonderful end to a wonderful day celebrating a wonderful girl! Thanks for being our special Domonique! We love you!

Monday, July 3, 2017

Lots of learning going on

Camdilyn wanted to show me how she can ride a bike all by herself! Go, girly, go!



But what I really came out to see what Harmonie riding without training wheels. Yes, that's Emily who is helping her. Yes, Emily is the one who helped Domonique with this skill, too.


Naomi just wanted to chase everyone around.

Ready...

Set...

Go!

KEEP GOING!


Awesome!

Emily also helped Domonique with her birthday cake.

Saturday, July 1, 2017

Home from the North

They have returned! They were dropped off at the house and this is how they look after a week hiking and backpacking in the north. They had a great time and we were able to communicate once while they were gone. They came home ready for showers and a good nights sleep. So glad they were safe and made lots of memories!


Note: I picked up Marissa and Emily from Girls Camp earlier today. They also had a great time at camp and made lots of memories. They came home with all sorts of stories, songs and memorabilia. My favorite are the quilts they received from the Stake Young Women Leaders - made specifically for each of the girls. What a treasure.