Marin Montana...

Our little Marin turned 7 a couple of weeks ago (don't ask me how she grew that fast...I have no idea), and to celebrate, she invited 7 girls over for a Hannah Montana party! Party agenda: color Hannah Montana pictures, dance along to a Hannah Montana concert video, play musical chairs, play Rock Star dress-up, get your nails painted, and eat a guitar-shaped Hannah Montana birthday cake! Oh, my goodness. have you ever seen that many little girls pretending to be rock stars at the same time? Wow! By the way, thanks again, Grandma Betty, for the rockin' party supplies!

Here is Marin's first album cover for when she really makes it big:

And our "fabulous" little Lorin blowing kisses to her fans:

I'm not always the best mom, but every once in a while I totally redeem myself:)

From Russia, with Love...

Jonah just returned from his trip to Moscow, Russia with the CEESA Middle School band. Despite the bitter cold, it sounds like he had some amazing experiences and good times with the band! We sent him with a small camera. I think it's the most brilliant idea I've had all year (of course, it's still early in the year:). This boy has some photographic skills! Check out what he came home with! Keep in mind, he's only 11...

Here's one of Jonah (with his baritone) rehearsing for the concert.

I think this one is my favorite. Can you guess why?

Only in Russia...