Happy Easter!!

Dane and his new blue bunny ridin' in the car.

Little Aaron thinks this egg might be tasty.

Anchorman Dane- "So Carter, tell us about your first Easter..."

Three boys, green grass, and Easter eggs!

Las Vegas Grand Prix

Yesterday Mike and I had the opportunity to take in some of the Las Vegas Grand Prix events. Mike's organization took some of their students to the race course, pit areas and other attractions. I was able to catch a few of the practice rounds before and after my work day. The course was set up on the regular Las Vegas downtown streets. They put up protective fences along the entire course. We had a pretty good vantage point from the grandstand on an overpass. The cars were moving right along a good straightaway toward us, but they slowed them down with a chicane just before they went under us. The pit entrance was to the right hand lane just below us. This first picture was the Atlantic series practice round in the morning.

This shot was from the Historic Grand Prix practice round in the late afternoon. These cars were each a little different as they were from the 1960's to the present. However, at their fast speeds, they all looked pretty similar to me!

A little video- mostly to demonstrate the noise!

Happy Birthday!

My handsome hubby celebrated another year today! Here are some pictures of my two boys from this evening. Thanks to Jeff and Renee for having us over!

Sneaking a book in before bedtime.

Little Mr. Sunshine

Dane can't get enough of playing outside these days. He may change his mind when temps reach the 100s before long, but for now he's just content to be outdoors. His new favorite toy is the garden hose. He drags it around the yard and just about wears himself out in the process.

Today he found a pine cone under a tree at the park. Of course it didn't take long until he had to give it a "taste test"!

Birthday boy

Dane got started slowly with his cake by pulling off the candle.

It didn't take too long to really get into things!

Carter joined the party by eating sweet potatoes. He wasn't nearly as messy!

Then we opened a "few" presents.

What a haul!

After the party, Dane spent some time playing with his new toys.

Daddy joined in the fun!

Captain Dane

Yesterday we took the boat out for the first time this season. The weather was beautiful and Dane had a blast!

Thanks, Grampy and Grammy!

Dane got a big package in the mail on Friday from Grampy and Grammy. What could it be?

He loves his John Deere! Thank you!!

Almost One!

Handsome!

At the beach...

Yet another outfit...

California

Here are some pictures from our weekend trip to the San Diego area. The weather along the coast was pretty cool and damp, especially while Vegas was setting records here for heat!

Two cool guys just hangin'.

Dane takes Uncle Benny for a walk.

A golf lesson from Daddy.

Dane loved bouncing around with two other little kiddos on this trampoline. Now he's requesting one for his first birthday present next week!

Our little leprechaun waits to start the 10k run on St. Patty's Day.

A puppy!

Always reach for the stars!

Dane's first visit to the Pacific Ocean.

Walking out on the pier with Daddy.

More fun times!

Carter seems fascinated by our little whirlwind. He'll soon be crawling to keep right up with Dane!

Daddy gives Dane a ride in his chair.
Runnin' around!
We're looking forward to a little getaway to San Diego this weekend to meet up with Uncle Benny! See you then!

...And he's off!!

Dane has finally decided to let go and take some steps on his own! Look at him go!

A little yard work

Dane helps Daddy with some yard work. He absolutely loves being outside. The rake is just a wee bit big for him!

Teddy's kisses make him smile.

Keepin 'em pearly!

We had been using a little finger toothbrush with Dane, but recently got him a real toothbrush for fear of losing a finger!

Janell's visit

Our friend Janell visited us a week ago, but I didn't get a single picture. She took some pictures (view here). Thanks for coming, Janell! You can also check out her blog to the right.