Disney - Day 6 at the Magic Kingdom

We spent our last park day at the Magic Kingdom. It is hard to believe that the week has gone by so fast! Taylor and Jackson headed for the roller coasters first thing while the babes and I headed over to Peter Pan and It's A Small World again. Jackson loved the roller coasters which surprised me. We met back up for lunch with Papa, Grandma and their crew. We then had to hit the gift shops to choose some "prizes" as Ainsleigh said and the train ride around the park before heading back to the cabin for a late nap while mom started packing all of our things. We decided to eat at a restaurant on the campgrounds because it was just easier. We then headed over to the campfire to make smores and watch a movie. The little ones didn't last long, but the big boys stayed and finished the movie.







Jackson at the boat dock waiting for our boat to the Magic Kingdom.

Mom and the gang in front of a green Mickey and Minnie.

A very sweet shot of the babes! Now probably 5 minutes later they were hitting each other.

There were fireworks shooting out of the castle during a show, but I missed the fireworks and just got smoke.

As we were headed to meet daddy, we got to see a show in front of the castle. Ainsleigh was waving to....

all of the characters, including the Princesses which is always very exciting!

We got to see Daisy on our way to the shops. I am glad we got to see her because Ainsleigh was worried about her. She wasn't at the character dinner.

The boys on the train ride around the Magic Kingdom.

We got off the train just in time to see the parade around Main Street. Cinderella and "Lucky Charm" were right in front of us. Exciting stuff!

On the boat ride back to the cabins, Cooper was hanging his head over the rail to let the wind blow in his face. The next thing we knew, he was asleep! I tell you, that kid can fall asleep anywhere at anytime.

Eating dinner on the campgrounds. The servers were asking if anyone was celebrating a birthday or anniversary and my loving husband pointed to me. So the guy got us up in front of the whole restaurant, introduced us and had us replicate the kiss from our wedding. I thought I might be husbandless before dessert!

Disney - Our travel day home

It is our last day at Disney. We had to get up, pack our last few things and head for the outpost to catch the Magical Express to the airport. We all were very sad to leave. There were so many things to do and see and I am sure we only got to do about a third of them. The babes did really well, but it was alot for them. Taylor is already planning our next trip back in a couple of years!

We had a wonderful week and it would be hard to get back into the routine at home. Jackson and I were so tired that we were in bed by around 7pm and glad to sleep in our own beds! The babes weren't too far behind.


Ainsleigh and Cooper in the golf cart for their last ride of our vacation. They loved riding in it for some reason!

We were making our sad faces as we waited for the bus!

Ainsleigh thought the tv screens on the bus were "interactive" like daddy's phone. She kept sliding her fingers across waiting for something to happen!

In the strollers at the airport.

Once again, Cooper fell asleep about 10 minutes into the flight home. Ainsleigh talked and talked until literally about a minute or two before we landed! She slept through the landing which was loud.

A Hot Summer Day with friends

I have decided that it is still too hard to go to the pool with all three by myself. We had a neighborhood pool party and Taylor went with us. Ainsleigh headed over to the big pool at least three times by herself. She had her life jacket on, but who knows what she would have attempted if we didn't get to her. I need just one person on Ainsleigh patrol!! So, it looks like we will be enjoying water fun in the backyard!

The "silly slide" being put to use with Ainsleigh, Cooper, Jackson, Addy and Ava.

Cooper loved running down the slide. Poor Ava would just jump in line behind him. It was cute!

Jackson refused to play with the "kiddy" toys, but soon was the ring leader of the gang.





Ainsleigh of course was fearless.













Addy posing for the camera.

Ava looking very cool in her polka dot bikini.

My sweet boys!

Addy, Jackson, Cooper and Ainsleigh

Yes, we are alive! It is Memorial Day on the Cove.

We are finally back in business! We have had camera problems once again (yes this is the second one since the babes were born). I think little hands get a hold of them which is why Taylor won't get a big nice camera like I want:). Plus the mommy has been way behind lately. Between work, Jackson's baseball schedule, the babes being 3 and a half and preparing for vacation, mom is just pooped! Anyway, we are back at it and have to play catch up.

Memorial Day weekend was fun on the Cove. We grilled out and the kids just ran wild.

Cooper, Ava and Ainsleigh

Look at all of those chairs! We had over 30 people join in the fun. Our neighbor Mike got oysters so some enjoyed some seafood.

The girls set up camp and NO BOYS ALLOWED is what we were told.








The girls playing anything pink and princessy!

Dance Party night

Taylor had to work tonight so after a dinner of spaghetti and chocolate chip cookies for dessert, the kids decided we needed to have a dance party. We have a CD that Ms. Sara (Mimi's neighbor) made the kids. It has lots of cool dance songs. We played the cd twice and yes I was dancing like a fool along with the kids. It wasn't until about halfway through the second round that I realized our blinds were still open. I am sure the neighbors were laughing their heads off at us! It wore the boys out. They were asleep as soon as their heads hit the pillow. So why is Ainsleigh still awake as I type this post at 9:30???

Below are some of the videos. Sorry about the last one. It is turned the right way in our Kodak folder but when I upload it, it flips back around.

Family Fun Night at Winstead

Friday was Family Fun Night at Jackson's school. Each class chose their favorite book. They decorated their classroom door and dressed up like characters from the book. They wore the costumes for school on Friday and during the day, they had a parade around the school to show off their themes. At night each hallway had a different activity for the kids to do. In the first grade hallway the kids could make bookmarks and the kindergarten hallway had the ever popular Legos. The gym had ring toss, ping pong toss, etc. They even have karaoke for the kids. It was hilarious!!! Winston the Wildcat (the school mascot) was there while we ate pizza. All in all, it was a very fun night.

We didn't have too many "prairie" clothes so Jackson just wore navy pants, a white shirt and a hat he thought looked "old".

Ms. Melissa's door decorated like the back of a wagon. The kids LOVED it!!!

Jackson's picture in the wagon.

Basketball Tournament

We were eliminated in the first round of the tournament. We had an 11th seed so the team we played was pretty good. Jackson played well and definitely gets the "hussle" award. He played hard but was disappointed in the loss. There is always next year!

Jackson's team getting ready to play.

Jackson (in the back) ready to run down the court.

Those darn devil eyes.... I think I need a better camera (hint hint Taylor:-) )

Jackson did get a trophy though!

You can tell that he was one of the taller players on his team.








Jackson and his trophy

Valentine's Party at Winstead

The babes and I went to Winstead for Jackson's Valentine Party. They made hats, played games and made their own ice cream sundaes. Lots of fun!






Jackson and Ainsleigh. She loves sitting with the big kids when we go to parties.

Heads down for a game of "Heart on a String". Someone would hide a paper heart on a string. All that would be showing was the string and the kids had to find it. It was a big hit!

Cooper and his ice cream sundae complete with sprinkles, chocolate syrup, oreos and more sprinkles.

Ains had the same thing but with more oreos.

Jackson in his cool hat.

Ms. Melissa's 1st grade class all dressed up in their Valentine Hats.

Jackson and Ms. Melissa. He LOVES her (as does Ainsleigh and Cooper). The babes made her a heart brownie!

Go Racers!

We headed to Murray to root for the Racers! Everyone was decked out in their MSU gear.

Cooper sat with Mimi most of the game. Ainsleigh refused to have her picture made but she was there in her cheerleading outfit.

Jackson built this very elaborate house out of legos while Mimi and I ran a couple of errands.

The inside of his house even had a spiral staircase!

Look at the cool slide from the roof. It sure is big!

Superbowl fun

Uncle Damon and our sweet little cousin Sierra were in town superbowl weekend. They came over with Gaga for some football fun! It took Sierra a little bit to warm up the the madness of the Riggs house, but soon, she fit right in!







We made cupcakes and then put them together in the shape of a football!

Jackson was an excellent "icer".

It is starting to look like a football.....

Jackson was so proud of our creation. This goes back to me needing to take a cake decorating class!!!!

Gaga with Cooper, Ainsleigh and Sierra. Sierra is about 5 months younger than the babes.

Sierra didn't let Jackson get away with anything. She loved to "wrestle" so she fit right in with my crew.

Sierra taking a picture of me taking a picture of her!

Ahhhh, the three little angels at the top of the stairs.

And then the sliding began. You can see Ainsleigh's hand in the background. It looks like she may have given Sierra a little nudge down the steps.

Watch out...here they come!

Poor Sierra is finally used to the "death hugs" from Ainsleigh and Cooper.