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gymnastics and 4th of July

Mya was excited to start gymnastics this spring.  I put her in an 8 week class to see how she would like it.  Like her big sister, she loved it!  We seem to be a gymnastics household!  Mya and Addison share a love for gymnastics...but also share a habit of socializing a little too much during class sometimes. :) Mya was very excited that our neighbor Dani was in her class.  

Addison was the photographer during Mya's class, so excuse the quality of the photos!


Our neighbor Dani



Last class before summer!

Unfortunately I rarely ever remember to take pictures of Addison during gymnastics.  The last class before summer, I managed to remember my camera!




While the girls were gone, we went to the Melting Pot for our anniversary.  We just love the Melting Pot!!


Over the July 4th week, I wanted to make a little bit healthier dessert, so I tried frozen yogurt.  This was SOOO Yummy!!  Not perfectly healthy, but better than somethings you could have!

  • 1 lb fresh strawberries
  • 2 1/2 cups plain 2% Chobani Greek yogurt
  • 2/3 cup light agave nectar
Directions
  • Puree strawberries in a food processor until well pureed and strawberries pieces no longer remain, scraping down sides once during processing. Add plain Greek yogurt and agave nectar to strawberry puree and whisk mixture until well blended. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and freeze 30 - 40 minutes, stirring once during chilling, then transfer mixture to an ice cream maker and process mixture according to manufactures directions. Enjoy soft or transfer to an airtight container and freeze until semi-firm (or firm and allow to thaw slightly at room temperature before enjoying).



The girls gave it 2 thumbs up!


How they have spent most of their summer - it has been so hot here!

The Saturday after the 4th of July is always when West Point hosts its band concert and fireworks.  Earlier in the day though, we went to our good friend Kris' promotion ceremony.  We love the Perrin family and were so glad we could be here for Kris' promotion.  

Addison, Adelynne and Mya 

The Perrin's youngest daughter - Faith


Major Perrin


Hanging out waiting for the band concert and fireworks.  Even in the shade it was HOT!!  
She is getting so big!

Hanging out with McNeals


So many times we have to watch our kids say good-bye to friends as we move.  It is nice to be able to say hello to old friends when the Army brings us back together!


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  1. Regan HuneycuttJuly 24, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    I need a food processor!!! That frozen yogurt looks amazing! Could you use fat free Chobani or does it have to be the 2% kind? PS -- I love seeing the Monroe and McNeal kiddos together! Such sweet girls!

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