Adriana's First Reconciliation

We are so proud of Adriana for receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. She had been waiting for this day with excitement and a bit of anxiety this last year. She has been so mature and intentional as she prepared to receive this important gift from God. Here are some photos from today:

In the act...feeling so proud of her.

We love her so!

Christina's 5th Birthday Party - Pancakes & Pajamas!

This morning we celebrated Christina's 5th birthday in our pajamas with a house full of friends while eating pancakes and donuts -- two of Christina's favorite foods!

All ready to party!

Daddy was on pancake duty. He was great!

Happy Birthday, Sweet Girl! We love you!

Happy 5th Birthday, Christina!

Happy Birthday, Christina! It is hard to believe you are 5 years old! You are such a sweet, confident, witty and tender-hearted young girl. We love you so very much! You are a true blessing and we are thankful for you everyday.

A full hand!

She got a Wonder Woman bike. She is so excited!

This week is Catholic Schools Week and today, on her birthday, was "dress up like a character" day. So she dressed up as the cutest Mini Mouse ever!

Birthday girl with her sisters -- Power Puff Girl and Barbie.

The Pre-K Birthday Celebration. It's such a cute tradition.

How is she 5 already?!

Special birthday wishes for the Birthday Girl!

Gabriella's First Semi-Formal Dinner and Dance

Gabby has been participating in a program all year called Expeditions in Etiquette. She has learned  how to conduct yourself in certain social situations and the proper way to partner dance. At the end of the program there is a semi-formal dinner and dance where the students put together much of what they have learned. It was a real treat to witness a small portion of this evening.

We had a lot of fun dress shopping together. She looked beautiful. Growing up too fast!

Parents were invited to arrive at the end so we could watch them dance. It was pretty cute.

Adriana in Peter Pan, Jr.

Adriana participated in the CK Middle School's production of Peter Pan, Jr. and she did wonderfully. This girl loves to sing and be on stage!

She is in the blue and totally into the song!

We're proud of you, Adri!

Basketball

Gabby & Adriana are playing basketball again this winter with their CK classmates. It's been a season with lots of fun and learning. We are proud of their effort!

Adriana bringing the ball down the court to set up the offense.

Gabby bring the ball down the court against the press.

JUMP - Kansas City

Gabby attending JUMP Kansas City convention and competition last weekend. She had a great time learning choreography from the best in the business. She also competed her open solo, "Conga" and placed 6th overall against impressive competition. She was also one of three dancers in her age group awarded JUMP VIP. Way to go, Gabby!

Gabby's first time to compete her solo and she rocked it! So proud!

Scholarship winner. Way to go!