Reed's Play date

I had one of Reed's friend's mom invite us over for a playdate at their house. Right next door, they were building a house and the kids loved it. This is what Lucas and Reed did on their play date....

Reed's play date

30th bday dinner

For my birthday, Chris and I went to a very nice restaurant named Bad Balgach. The food was amazing and we had a fantastic time. We couldn't have had a better time.

30th bday dinner

Zurich, Nov.1st,2010

Since Chris and Reed had a three day weekend, we decided to do a day trip to Zurich since we hadn't been in awhile. We took the train, which the kids loved, and just did some shopping and relaxing. We were even able to sneak into a Starbucks for a coffee while Sophie was napping and have some quiet time while Reed ate a cookie and played with the iPhone. It was fantastic weather too so we really lucked out. We had a great time and it was just what we all needed.

Zurich Nov.1st, 2010

Matching PJ's

The nightgown that Sophie has on, my mom had bought for her for this Christmas so she gave it to us while we were in the states. The pajamas that Reed has on were hand-me-downs from Braden and Garrett, it is complete chance that they not only match perfectly, but that they both fit in them at the same time.

Matching Pjs

Lantern Parade

In Switzerland, they get together all the Dad's from grades Kindergarten thru 2nd grade to make a "lantern" out of what we believe to be a turnip. The next day, they all walk around the city in a parade with their lit lanterns (yes, it is real fire) and have a little ceremony. Another mom told me that there were around 400 children!! It was a huge parade, the city turns the street lights out so you can really see the lanterns and they had policemen there to redirect traffic and keep things orderly. It was much bigger than we had thought it would be. After the parade, there was a "band" and the kids all were supposed to sing along I think. Then there was a huge tent that you could buy food and beverages at. It was a lot of fun and I think Reed really liked it. And the Swiss name for this little gathering....Raebeliechtliumzug. Now that's a fun one to say.

Lantern Parade

The beginning of the parade...




And the end of the parade...

Highlight

The highlight of our trip to the states was Reed learning how to ride a bike!!! What a champ!

Highlight

And of course some video...

Crazy Kids

We tried desperately to get good photos....it just wasn't in the cards for this trip.

Crazy Kids