Who needs sleep?

Saturday night I hosted a sleepover for mutual friends of Mimi and Max and preparations were under way... After shopping for all the required elements to ensure a successful party,

Max helped to ready the house for our guests:

And then our sleepover guests arrived.  There were six children in my home.  It was loud with laughter and squeals of excitement and delight.  To say they had fun would be an understatement. Here are some highlights that were captured.

 

 

 

 

How did Mama get through the night?  With a little help from my friends at Clorox, of course!

Weekend Getaway

Mimi was invited to spend this weekend at Lake Lanier with her best friend Lauren and her family.  I have to be honest, I was very anxious about this trip.  It was the first time Mimi actually went away beyond a sleepover at a friend's house.  Her father and I discussed the pros and cons and we both agreed it was time to loosen the ties and let her enjoy this time with her best friend.  We both knew that she was in excellent hands with Lauren's mom, Lisa. 

 

 

Mimi had a fabulous time and came home with many stories to share of good times at the lake.  While Max certainly missed his sister he was able to have a great weekend as well, spending quality time with two of his other favorite girls.  Me:

 

 



and Dagny who came over for a swimming playdate:

Everyone had a great time.