Cute kids

Road trip to Round Lake!

We got to see Lindsay and Jody! Lindsay came "home" to Minnesota for her grandpa's 80th birthday party, so Tessa and I trekked it on out to Round Lake, MN (pop. 300?). Tessa and I had a picnic at a park (the town had a park!), and when Linds and her parents pulled up and got out of the car, Tessa bolted to Lindsay with arms outstretched. Reunited, and it feels so good!

Jesus is risen! Hide the eggs!

Sertoma Park

Although Tessa acquired three new stuffed friends after Mima visited the gift shop at the butterfly house (Robby Robin, Georgia the Seahorse and the Nemo Nemo fish), Mima kept these fly-vision glasses for herself. I don't blame her — they're awesome!

Sertoma Butterfly House & Purdy Marine Cove

This adventure was part of our Easter weekend fun. Kory's aversion to the butterflies made Tessa question if she should feel the same way:

But Mima assured her: "Butterflies are just meant to make us smile." (Awww!) :) So, what's your problem, Kor? ;)

The doctor will see you now

But only if you're an animal.

April 11-15: National Week of the Young Child

The Y celebrated with dress-up days and special events throughout the week.
Monday: Sports Day

Tuesday: Rock Star Day

Wednesday: Hawaiian Day

Thursday: Green Day

Friday: Pajama Day
(Tessa associates her tutu with any pajama-wearing opportunity)

Safety patrol

"Mommy, be careful. I don't want a car to park on you."

(This morning while walking across the parking lot at daycare)

Minnesota Zoo with the crew

Tessa shares Daddy's dream of one day having a pet tortoise.

Mima just might make that happen...

Tessa loved the otters. "He will be my pet! I'm going to bring him home!"

Hangin' with Aunt Jessica. Tessa's faves were the fish and the baby dolphin.

Aaron and Tessa made some coyote friends.

Classic Tessa

"This bear is cold, Mommy!" (And not very cuddly)

Hey now, you're a rock star

Uncle Aaron (aka Doug in Rock Band world), taught Tessa some Wii skillz. It's a true family favorite.