Emma's Soccer Season

Emma had another enjoyable soccer season this spring. She scored her first goal!

This is a year-end summary as I shot three different games.

The glamour shot with her new uniform -

Coming in to strip away the ball, elbow flying!

The next set of pictures was going to be my primary shooting day, but it's Houston, so it rained for most of the game. I had to stop taking pictures at halftime to hold the umbrella for Claire.

Next week was bright and sunny. All the "pro" photographers were out - the fellow on the left is our friend Robert.

Claire Graduates

Back on May 20th (yes, I'm a little behind on my blogging), Claire "graduated" from Kolbe Kids pre-school. Here she is parading in at the head of her class.

Here she is with her certificate.

What you don't see in these pictures is the crush of Moms and Dads taking pictures. Luckily, folks got out of the way when their little one left the stage. I'm always amazed at the variety of cameras, from cell phones to disposables to professional grade equipment. While I was fighting the parents, Cathy was shooting video from the front row. If I ever figure out how to post that kind of stuff I will.

Claire the Night Fury

Claire went to see How To Train Your Dragon three times. So of course when this outfit was available at the store, she had to have it.

And then proceeded to wear it for 48 straight hours - even though it's not pajamas that didn't stop her from sleeping in it. I finally had to beg her to take it off so I could wash it.

Front Yard Flowers

A quick trip to Home Depot and our flowerless front yard is no more. It's been a couple of weeks and they ain't dead yet. I don't know what these flowers are - I just plant 'em, I don't name 'em.

Claire and Emma On The Move

Sunday was a lovely Spring day, so let's break out the scooter and trike!

One from long distance as they're coming around the bend -

Now they're moving fast -

Emma -

And a couple of Claire -

Ella

Yes, we have a dog. And here she is running through the neighbor's flowers -

And here's a lucky still one in our flowerless garden -

Easter Eggs

Emma and Claire's final results -

Bring on the Easter Bunny!