Birthdayness

Family hot pot for September Birthdays

Another year...has come and gone. We started the day off early at a Geocaching event named "Everyone's Birthday Bash," which was fitting for the day. They had Top Pot doughnuts, which is how Pyper celebrated her first birthday, and there was even a Group First to Find Cache. We had fun then played a bit before having Birthday Sushi, always a good way to go. I vegged in front of my mom's TV for a bit in the afternoon, and also got in a mostly quiet bath. 

Everyone's Birthday Bash Geocaching Event 

Melon head

Well, we successfully grew from seed a watermelon and harvested it for the eating! Melon is a funny thing because you can't see inside to see if it's red, got bugs, or anything else. So we just crossed our fingers. It was big, juicy, very pink, and sweet. And yup, full of good old fashion seeds. Pyper claims it is the best watermelon ever. 

Yup, seeds!

Be a Hero 5k

We are about two and a half weeks out...but there is always time for another 5k. We ran just a tiny bit of it finishing in 51 minutes. All three of us finished, mom just did all the work! The Be a Hero 5k is put on by the Bellevue Fire Fighters and supports local kids that need help to afford school supplies. 

What you can't see is my black cape with a pink lightning bolt on it. My mask is a little floppy after an hour in the rain too. 

Got this shot after finishing, we don't look too miserable. 

Daddy Days

Daddy and Pyper have been out exploring while Mommy just takes some time not to think about taking care of another human being, at least for a little longer. The last days of summer are coming to an end as the leaves start to change color and the nights are cooling down. Pyper takes note that the leaves will soon fall off and Neah will be here. That has been her nature cue, and she is very perceptive. Everything is greening up again, which is a nice change from the dryness. And it's time to transition the garden. Thanks dad for a little breathing room. 

Discovery Park and Ballarding

A very purple Twin Falls hike

Gymnastics and Ballet

Upon talking, Anna and I discovered that we signed our kids up for gymnastics at the same gym. The more amazing thing is that we signed up our daughters for the same day and time slot as well. So now I get to see Anna every week by default. Pretty cool. 

Hanging with Hope for warm-ups

Pyper really really wanted to sign up for ballet this year. All her favorite book characters participate in ballet like Fancy Nancy, Pinkalious, and Angelina Ballerina. It's very difficult to dissuade such enthusiasm and passion. But of course I see nothing wrong with it since that's what will drive her in life. If she is anything like us, she'll dive right in till she's bored and it's no longer a challenge, or she'll continue a life long pursuit because she has found her calling. I don't know, only time will tell.  

First Ballet class at the new studio. 

Octonaut Fever

Pyper's friend Tomas likes to watch the Octonauts, so we decided to check it out. It's fun and educational. She learns all about sea creatures and their habits and habitats and enjoys going on missions. She likes putting on her octopus costume and discussing octopus "stuff. "

This year Tomas is turning four and the theme is Octonauts. We hate presents of the traditional sorts, so we decided to make him his present, which meant Pyper and I had fun creating finger puppets of the five main characters, and she got a set too. 

Showing off the goods. 

Spider Girl Unleashed

She talked about getting a Spider-Man costume but didn't like the idea of a full mask that covered her mouth. I came across this one on Craigslist and it was just her size. After checking out the goods and paying for it, she wanted it on and got right into character. I think the muscles are the best part. She was in costume half the day. 

It's nice she doesn't want to be a princess all the time. We got wings yesterday, and also ruby red slippers...I'm weak I know. She calls herself "The Princess Fairy of Newcastle." No pictures because she changed attire over a dozen times. 

No we aren't going as Spider-Man for Halloween, it's just fun to dress up.