Mary Todd Lincoln, AKA Maggie

Maggie dressed as Mary Todd Lincoln and showing "her" wedding band from Abraham that says "Love is Eternal."

Abraham (Edwin) and Mary Todd Lincoln (Maggie)
Abraham and Mary Lincoln walking in.

The fifth grade at Freedom Elementary did a Living History Museum program. Maggie was chosen from her class to do her presentation as Mary Todd Lincoln. We made her costume from Allie's Scarlet O'Hara dress and it ended up looking like Mary's inaugural ball dress. She did a super-fantastic job and even donned a southern accent from Kentucky. Maggie was even quoted in the Standard Examiner. It was a superb program with the presentations and singing. Good job Mary-Maggie!

He's Playing Bas-Ket-Ball!

Cooper enjoyed playing Jr. Jazz basketball again this year. He is so fun to watch--especially when he brings the ball down the court. He hunches over as he dribbles. Coop is not extremely tall, so he even looks smaller as he hunches. He is quite agressive on the court too. He had lots of fun playing with his buddies--Aiden Hein, Justin Plane, Grant, Ryder, CJ, and a couple others. Justin's dad, Jeff was the coach.

Allie's 1st Friend Late-Over

McKenzie, Allie, and Ashlyn

The appetizer of choice.
Allie earned a late-over and invited Ashlyn and McKenzie over. They had dinner up in Allie's room--complete with menus. Allie was the waitress at first, but then mommy helped out. They had appetizers, main course, drinks, and dessert. She had several options for them to choose from. After dinner, they played and watched a movie.

Happy Valentine's Day

Heart-shaped pink pancakes, chocolate-covered strawberries(Maggie had strawberries dipped in sugar free chocolate sauce), red shirts, and roses were the items delivered to my sweethearts. Love my family!! I actually received the roses from my sweetheart! Chris and I went to a late dinner at Texas Roadhouse and the kids got a heart-shaped pizza from Papa Murphy's. Everyone was pleased. Happy Valentine's Day!