First Gymnastics Class

This fall we decided to let Emma Claire begin to try to find her nich as to what extra activity she would enjoy. She had been to a ballet class last year at school and said she would like to try something else because it just wasn't for her. I was so proud that she recognized that and didn't just go because that was what her friends were doing. She also said she would like to try tee-ball but because she has never actually been to a game we decided to have her wait until spring to try it and go to a couple of the games this fall to see what she thought. Next choice, gymnastics! I really think she will do well at this. She went to a party a couple of months ago at a gym and I was amazed at how natural it came to her.

With all that said we found a gym in Youngsville that was a little more reasonably priced than the others and closer to home. It's callled DanceWorks Studio & WFG Tri County Gymnastics. They have everything from tap, jazz, ballet, gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, hip hop, modern, & lyrical dance. It was a very laid back atmosphere and Emma Claire just jumped right it. She was so very excited to get started.

Funny Story: When Emma Claire introduced herself to the instructor she told her that her name was 'Emma Claire Quinn'. She then asked her if she needed to call her by all three names and Emma Claire quickly told her yes. : 0 I told her I thought just 'Emma Claire' would be fine. Silly girl.

Sorry for all the pictures but this was a big deal for us. She is growing into a big girl and discovering who she wants to be!

They started off first at the long trampolines.  She did really well doing exactly what the instructor asked of her.

These small balance beams kept Camp busy! Just look how sweaty he was. : )

Way to go, Emma Claire! Just look at that form and ups. Chels, you like that?!

A little stretching...

Rolls...

Love that little profile!

More good form!

This was the only place I saw where she had a little trouble. It took her a while to figure out how to jump and push herself to the top of the bar. The instructors were so sweet and patient with her. They also don't have more than 7 children per adult in their classes which ables them to spend more time with the children individually.

Click Here to watch a video of her first time on the bars.

Chels, the picture on the bottom left makes me laugh! She might need you to give her a few pointers on this one. : ) Bottom Right: Click Here to watch a video of her playing a balance game.

After the class was over I told her I wanted to hear everything she thought about it and get a few pictures of her. This is immediatly what she started doing. Ham.

 Needless to say that gymnastics was a hit! She loved it and can't wait to go back! I guess we will start filling out the forms so that she can officially get started. : )

Where's Sissy!?

I walked up on this scene today.... Camp was saying "Where's Sissy?!"

Emma Claire was doing her best to explain to him how to curl up to get inside the basket but he just didn't get it. He kept laying sprawled out on the floor like a lifeless body. : )

So thankful they have each other to play with!

Steph's Homemade Pumpkin Bread

Yesterday I was able to try my hand at my friend Stephanie's homemade pumpkin bread. It was so, so yummy and very easy. I also love that the recipe made a lot so we had plenty to share with our neighbors and friends. Now that the fall weather is here go and try it! I promise you will love it too!

 STEPHANIE'S PUMPKIN BREAD

3 Cups Self Rising Flour

3 Cups Sugar

1 Cup Oil (I used crisco because I was out of regular oil)
3 Eggs

2 Cups or 1 Can of Pumpkin

1 tsp. Cinnamon

1 tsp. Ground Cloves

1 tsp. Nutmeg

Preheat oven to 350*. (I actually do 340*)

Grease and Flour pans.

Mix all ingredients together and apportion into pans of choice.

I was able to make two loaves of bread and 12 muffins.

Bake:

Loaves of bread appx. 45-50 minutes.

Muffins appx. 25 minutes.

You know you want to go try it!

A Day With Dad

BQ2

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Camp's Classroom Party

Yesterday we picked up donuts and took them to school to celebrate Camp's birthday with his friends!

Look at these cute shirts our friend Juana made for the kids to wear. Aren't they adorable? My big boy.

I love this picture on the left. Just look at his tongue licking his lips! He was so ready to have that donut. : )

He was so excited! Right: This is Camp's new pose when you tell him to say cheese. He cocks that head to the side and says 'cheeeeeeeeese'!

Left: Me and the birthday boy! Right: Camp and his teachers, JuJu and Ms. Susan.

Circle Time!

Happy Birthday, BooBoo! Mommy loves you!!!