Springfield

We got to spend two weekends in a row with Dana and Hannah.  They came up to Columbia to take one last look at the University of Missouri before Hannah made her college choice.  Unfortunately for us, she has decided to go to the University of Arkansas.  We know she will love it there and are so proud of her for all of her accomplishments thus far we had just hoped we would get to see her more often.  While they were here we went to our first Mizzou softball game.  Hannah plays softball so we thought it might be something she would enjoy and though we have watched a few games on tv we had never been.  It was cold but a fun night.  
The next weekend, we headed down to the Lowe's house to stay for a few days before heading on our Spring Break trip.  It was nice to see the rest of the family since we hadn't seen them since our ski trip.  We had fun hanging out together, bowling and eating at one of our favorite restaurants, Lambert's.  It was a great way to kick of spring break week.  

At the softball game!

Bowling pics!

Waiting for their turn to bowl. 

Getting stuffed at Lambert's! 

Birthdays

FIrst, let me say that I know I am way, way behind on this but my plan is to try to catch up...

Ella and Sam celebrated their birthdays together with my family.  It is so much easier for us to go to Kansas City then to have everyone come to us, especially with two babies under one year.  So, they had their party at Grandma and Grandpa's house.  We were so glad everyone was able to make it and celebrate with them! 
Sam chose a golf theme for his party this year.  He is really interested in golf lately and is always wanting his dad to take him to the golf course.  Ella's theme was American girl dolls.  She was super excited about finding some stickers at Michael's that we used for her banner and a sign she made for her special day.  It was a special day for them both.  We are so lucky to have such amazing family! 

The birthday banners

Of course the American Girl dolls had to make an appearance at the party. 

Ella's birthday sign

Sam, with his cupcakes and cookies

Ella with her birthday cupcakes.

Uncle Jono helping Cameron "walk".  This was everyone's entertainment for the afternoon.