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DWTS

Keelee is in heaven.

First, Dancing with the Stars is back on t.v. Second, Joey Fatone and his partner danced a tango to the theme from "Star Wars" - which is Keelee's favorite movie to watch with daddy.

She was so excited Monday night after watching their dance that she was actually squealing. Then last night the got the encore and were not eliminated - once again, she was squealing with delight. She even asked me to buy her the Start Wars soundtrack.

I just caught her humming the theme song at the dinner table.

Thanks John Williams and George Lucas!

Poopoo

Yeah, more potty progress!
Brynna pooped on the toilet today for the first time.
Happy birthday Grandma Coo!!

A Morning of Fun

This morning the girls and I went to the Arizona Youth Museum for some much needed fun. However, after speding time at the Minnesota Children's Museum mom was greatly disappointed! Keelee wanted to show Grandma Coo how tall the corn grows here and how carrotts are planted!

Green Petal Hike

To earn their green "using resources wisely" Daisy Girl Scout petal, we took the girls on a little hike at South Mountain. Ranger Brian showed them a giant scorpian, a diamondback skin with rattles attached, and, then he took us outside where they girls smelled a creosote bush, saw a teddy bear cholla and saw petroglyphs. I think mom had more fun than anyone - except when the snake skin was out. It was a beautiful and educational morning!

One small step for Brynna, One giant leap of joy for Mommy!

We have major progress in potty training! Brynna is now able to go all day without pull-ups except at sleepy time. Mom and dad are so excited that we don't have to buy diapers anymore! Yeah!!

Jump Rope for Heart

Last week was Keelee's jump rope event at school. She had so much fun - she even added her name to the big card at school. Thank you's are in the mail!

Not like the others...

...is how you explain Brynna! At her last dance class there were four girls - three were dressed in purple and Brynna was in pink. She just has to be different! She also played the role of a siamese cat at her previous class - once again the other girls were trimmed with cheetah print and Brynna had cow trim. What are you going to do?

Happy Balentimes Day!

Hugs and kisses!
Keelee and Brynna

Crazy Days!

The first 10 days of February have been crazy for us! We've gone from one event to another plus we had a major illness - Keelee had her first 103 degree fever since her tonsils were removed almost three years ago. Hopefully the remaining 17 days are less crazy. Enjoy the pictures!!

Brynna's Adventures

Brynna and mommy at the fire station; Brynna at ballet class; and Brynna had breakfast with the stingrays at our zoo - she was terrified of them and would not leav her hand in to touch one. Mommy got a great big kiss on the hand from one! (Dad - they're cow nose rays - there were also Southern rays but I couldn't get a picture of those).

Our First Hockey Game

One of Garrett's Christmas presents was a family trip to the hockey game. This was the first game for both girls and they were in heaven. Our teamed played Minnesota - I know you're all shocked! - and we lost, of course! It was nice to see the new arena and the new shopping complexes - getting ready for Super Bowl 41 (I don't remember the proper Roman Numerals!!)

Teddy Bear Tea

Keelee and I participated in a "Mommy and Me Teddy Bear Tea" event for Girl Scouts. We decorated tea cups, learned some etiquette and had a yummy snack. Keelee was chosen to do a demonstration for about 200 girls and their moms - she was in heaven!

Happy 4th Birthday Emmett!

We hope you have a fun web-throwing day of chasing after Dr. Octopus!
Love,
Uncle Garrett, Aunt Carrie, Keelee and Brynna

We're Back!!

Here's what we've been up to -- Brynna had two more ballet classes - one in which she was the star, the second she would not perform at all. Keelee is a Girl Scout Daisy -- she memorized the Girl Scout pledge and received the first two petals for her tunic. She was so proud of herself.

Honesty

Setting #1
Brynna was playing with a loud toy in the kitchen while Garrett and I were talking. I asked her to stop, but, of course she continued. I asked her again and was ignored. Finally, I asked her "Brynna do you hear me? Please stop playing with that." To which she replied, "No, I don't hear you."

Setting #2
Brynna and I were leaving her dance class today and she saw a truck with an Oakland Raider decal on the window. To which she replied "Mommy, that's a monster." As a Denver Bronco fan I had to agree.

No Computer!

Our family computer went into melt down over the weekend - so there won't be any new pictures or news until February, probably!
Keep posted though because I'll get things up and going as soon as possible!

Our Newest Ballerina!

Brynna started a Fairy Tale Ballet class on Monday. Each week they'll learn a new dance and get to dress up. This week was music from "Sleeping Beauty" and they dressed like butterflies. Brynna was in heaven!

Ice Skating

Keelee took her first tour around the ice last week. She was terrified at first, but slowly got more comfortable. She's asked to go again so I take that as a good sign.

Happy New Year!

We wish you a year of health, wealth and happiness!
May 2007 be one of the best years ever!
Garrett, Carrie, Keelee & Brynna