Nicolai is really starting to sound quite good and has concluded that he can still play with his newly installed braces.

Nicolai showing off his new braces. Unfortunately they are quite uncomfortable at the moment and Nicolai is having to suffer through the adjustment period.

The magnolias across the street are in full bloom. Spring has arrived.

 
A Blue Heron shot at the Rookerie off Rt. 2.  Not the best light or image quality but I am always happy to catch one on the nest.

Patriot’s Day in Concord (the birthplace of the American Revolution) is very serious business. Marching in the same parade (over a 4 mile route) this group of slightly less fearsome Brownies including Maya and cousin Rachel.

It wouldn’t be Easter without an egg hunt.

The kids catching some big air on the trampoline.

Maya and friends at an Easter Day party.

We have been invited to friend’s for Easter Sunday. Jeanine prepared this strawberry rhubarb pie from scratch. For many in the house, dinner can not start too early today.

My little princess.

Spectating from the sidelines were Nicolai’s aunt Alissa, uncle John, cousin Johnny, and Kyle.

Nicolai’s soccer team opened their season today with a thrilling come from behind 5-4 victory. Nicolai had an assist which he made by passing the ball through his defenders legs directly to an open man in front of the net. It was very sweet.

Maya and Rachel hanging out in the back yard. Maya is wearing a beautiful hand-me-down from her cousin who is visiting with her family for the weekend.

I believe there is no such thing as a bad weather day if you dress appropriately. Here, Maya is demonstrating that today’s rain is not going to keep her from going out to play.