Daddy Daughter Dance

February 7th was Reese's first official Daddy-Daughter Dance. She looked so beautiful and had a fun time! We tried to primp a little before the dance by doing a manicure and pedicure at home. Then, we fixed her hair and put on a tiny bit of make-up, she was so excited to get all dressed up and be pampered like a BIG girl. After she got all dressed, Daddy gave Reese a little gift--it was a necklace that said "I love you" on one side and "Daddy" on the other side. She loves it and we hope it will always be special to her. After she got dressed and we took a few pictures at home, we headed over to the Armondo's and took a few pictures with Arabella and Ashton. After that, they were headed to the dance. Someway, somehow, Jeff and Reese managed to lose her flower bow between the Armondo's and the dance. So, she never made it to the dance with the bow...BUMMER! Anyways, when they got there Jeff said it was really crowded, loud and they couldn't find a seat anywhere. He said Reese was completely overwhelmed and not having fun. So, he did what any AWESOME Daddy would do, he got her a coke and some cookies and let her just soak it all in. After a little time and LOADS of sugar, she finally loosened up and started to enjoy herself. After lots of running in circles, dancing and playing--they headed to dinner at Buca di Beppo. He said this is where the girls had the most fun. They ate pizza, got a soda and even got dessert (a huge piece of chocolate cake-yum!). When they got home, Reese was EXHAUSTED. She is still talking about the dance and loves to show off her dress and necklace. What FUN!! Note: I have never let my kids order a soda or drink a soda. Yes, Reese has sipped mine, but I am saying a SIP. I am okay with this happening once a year, but we don't do it on a regular basis, so it really was a treat. Collin won't even try soda, so not an issue with him.
I wanted to take advantage of some time with Collin, so we had our own little date. I got him a little gift as well, he got a new basketball shirt. We then headed to Peter Piper Pizza. We ate pizza, played games and then he got to pick out some prizes with his tickets. It is really nice to spend individual time with the kids. They enjoy the special attention and Jeff and I enjoy the time spent.