Aquarium/Botanical Gardens

We went on a field trip this week w/ Jake's former preschool class and Miss Peggy. We went to the Aquarium and Botanical Gardens. It was so beautiful. I had no idea there was such a beautiful place right in the middle of town. We had a great time! Jake was very happy to be with his friends, esp. his buddy, Hunington. 

Here's Jake & Hunington posing for the camera. Don't you just love this background? 

So beautiful...still can't believe this place is right here in Albuquerque.

My baby boy, he's getting so big! 

Turning on the water! 

We're sitting in this really old farm house in the botanical garden area. It was really neat. 

 I was so amazed by all the beautiful flowers, plants and vegetation. Iris', my favorite flower and they had them in every color. Gorgeous....

Just to let you know, now that I know this place exists, if/when you come visit us, we're taking you there. So perdy! 

Happy Mother's Day!

Lookin' good girl! 

               Just watching her bro, can't wait to run after him! 
 

These are the 2 precious reasons why I get to celebrate Mother's Day! I am so blessed and amazed by my children. Thank you God! 

This is Jake & Sophie's park (in Pa/Coco's backyard). Pretty cool! 

Hey Cowboy! Lookin' good...

Jake's new ride...

We had been talking about getting out on our bikes, since the weather is getting warmer. BUT, Jake is too big for the child seat, which is now Sophie's. So,we decided it was time...he rode this bike all over Toys R'Us before deciding this was 'the one'. To quote Lightening McQueen, "I am speed". 

I said, "pose for a picture so we can send it to Grandpa Bob", and here he is. Love it! 

I said, "let me see your cool helmet"...and he turned his head so I could take a picture. My kids 

are so photogenic and love the camera. 

These pictures were taken at the end of the day, yesterday...after he had rode all the way to Coco & Pa's (Grandma & Grandpa Santillanes, for those of you who don't know). Then he rode all the way back home, AND his allergies will killing him AND no nap! Let's just say, he was BEAT! It was a good day though. 

Busted...again

Good Morning ya'll...took some pics of Sophie last night...couldn't resist! I put her hair in pony-tails yesterday, so this is how her hair turned out. Funny girl! 

What a princess...she ate an ice-cream and had it all over her shirt, so we 

were going to change her and she had a much better idea, to climb into the bottom drawer of my armoire 

   Hi Mom, Look at me...don't I look so cute? This little 

  one is a character...never a dull moment. 

       Uh-oh, I better get out of here before Dad catches me...

        Everyone have a happy and restful weekend. 

       Happy Mother's Day to all you mommy's out there.

Jake & Sophie got a BLOG

So, this is the start of my blog about our life w/ Jake & Sophie. After much persuasion from my dearest friend, Melissa...I had to get on it. There is absolutely no "ordinary" day with these two kids, so I felt I needed to share them with all of you. We are so in love and proud to have such beautiful and awesome children. I hope you enjoy. Please be patient while I get the hang of this blogging thang. Feel free to leave your comments, suggestions, family news, etc...                    Love, Roberta, Deon, Jake & Sophie 

Here's Jake on his new scooter, sportin' his new helmet. 

We got them on Sunday and the weather was pretty dreary that day,

so I let him ride inside (I know, all mom's are like "what"). So, anyway...

he kept that helmet on ALL day long, even watched TV with it. 

It was too cute!

And, here's a close-up shot of 'the helmet'. My precious

boy, 3 years old. He's so smart, full of questions, his vocabulary

is growing daily, crazy Jake...I love him so much. 

And here's Sophie....

                     Busted! Sophie figured out how to climb up onto her bench.                                           Ok..."I'm up here, now what?" Little munchkin! 

Well, this is what! She thought she was so funny. And 

even more funny was this. A couple weeks ago, Jake & Dad 

taught Sophie how to dance while they kept saying, "get down, get down".

So, Dad busted Sophie up there and said, "Sophie, GET DOWN!"

Well, she did the only natural thing and started Dancing (gettin' down). 

Too cute! 

Just to update you all; Jake is now 3 years old. He is the cutest kid. He

has the most wonderful, curious imagination. He loves trucks, cars, tractors (esp. Jon Deere), and Handy Manny. His personality is so sweet. He's very affectionate and protective of his sis. They really love each other. Sophie is 1 and the girl has got 'attitude'. She's a feisty one and knows what she wants! She eats whatever you put in front of her, although, you can't feed her, she can only feed herself, si tu Ms. Independent! She's got a beautiful smile and looks just like her Dad. And, did I mention, SHE'S INTO EVERYTHING! 

Until next time...

Welcome to our life w/ Jake & Sophie

Not sure why I haven't created a blog yet...but after much inspiration from my dear friends, Melissa & Yellie...here it is. I am not sure how this exactly works, but let's give it a try. 
Hope you enjoy! *Roberta