Stroller Strides Grand Re-Opening

As most of you know, I am a Stroller Strides fitness instructor.  Stroller Strides is a program that allows for moms to work out with their strollers while pushing their kiddos around.  The workouts include cardio, strength training, and abs.  If you've been to a Stroller Strides workout, you know it's a great challenging workout!

Last July I was certified as a Stroller Strides and Fit4Baby instructor.  I've had the most fun being an instructor!  I get to workout with awesome moms and bring Logan with me.  It's a dream come true.  Recently, our owner, Allison Clewett, decided to sell the franchise.  Angela and I viewed this as an amazing opportunity, so we jumped on it!  As of July 1, 2012, Ang and I became the new owners of the Stroller Strides of North Orange County franchise!  We are so excited to enter this new chapter in our friendship and to be riding this roller coaster of a journey together.

At the beginning of August we decided to host a Grand Re-Opening event for our moms.  We invited everyone out for a free class and provided food and entertainment afterwards.  Angela taught the class and did an amazing job!  We had such a blast and were so thankful that over 40 moms and their kiddos came out to support and celebrate with us.  Thanks so much everyone.

Ang leading the warm-up and introductions.

Abs and stretching.

This Mama rocks!

Here we are in front of our sign. 

Meet the new members of Stroller Strides of North Orange County!

Logan's 2nd Birthday Party - Part 2

Since Logan is absolutely obsessed with Mickey Mouse, we decided to make it the theme of his 2nd birthday party.  This year we hosted the party at our house.  We invited our family and a few of our closest friends.  The kids had a great time splashing around in the whale blow-up pool and jumping around in the bounce house (Thanks, Bridgford family, for letting us borrow it)!  Thanks to everyone who made food (Mom, Alison, and Pete), and who helped set-up, take-down everything.  We couldn't do it without you guys!

The yummy cupcakes my mother-in-law made. Thanks again, Alison.

Favor bags for the kiddos.

Mickey Mouse faces with 12 pictures of Lo, one from each month of the past year.

Mickey Mouse "Happy Birthday" banner.

My uncooperative centerpieces--"Toodles" from Mickey Mouse and other themed signs.

The Birthday Boy!

Reading the Mickey Mouse Happy Birthday book with Granddad Jim.

Having a blast with his two favorite girls!

Having a bite to eat with Daddy and Cousin Alex.

Thanks for coming and celebrating!

We love this boy!

Auntie Ang and Lo-Jo! Thanks for taking all the pictures and videos, Ang.

Jillian and Logan having the most fun in a box.

Yummy birthday cake time.

Logan loved all his gifts, but since he's obsessed with all sorts of bikes, he was beyond happy and excited about the new Radio Flyer bike that Tia got him.

Giving his girl a ride around the yard.

The three amigas! Thanks again, Jo, for making the drive up.  We love seeing you guys!

Lo with his cousins Alex and Connor.

Singing "Happy Birthday" to Logan.

Logan's ACTUAL 2nd Birthday Celebration

On Logan's actual birthday, we had a day and evening filled with tons of fun!  Since his birthday fell on a Monday, we headed to Kindergym in the morning where he got to laugh, play, and sing with his friends.  After class, we headed over to Birch Street in Brea so that he, Jillian, Ellie, and Lillie could all play in the water fountains.  Once the kiddos had burned off some energy, we walked over to Farrell's and enjoyed lunch and ice cream treats together.  Later that evening, Daddy came home with Logan's presents and he had a blast playing with them.  Josh, Logan, and I all went to a yummy, relaxing dinner and celebrated with some Birthday ice cream.  It was an awesome day!  Thanks to everyone who made it special for Lo.

Playing in the fountains!

Walking to Farrell's.

Brooke and Jillian.

My sweet Birthday Boy!

Lo and his girls--Ellie and Lillie.

Ang and the girls.

The two lovebirds.

Celebrating Logan's and Jillian's birthdays.

Blowing out his candle.

Enjoying his yummy treat!

Logan's 2nd Birthday Party - Part 1

Since Logan has so many friends from Stroller Strides and playgroup, we decided to throw Logan a small park playdate and invite his friends to celebrate his birthday.  Since Jillian's birthday is one week prior to Logan's and they both have the same Stroller Strides friends, Brooke and I decided to throw the party together!  Brooke and I provided snacks, drinks, favors, and cupcakes and hosted our small get together at Arroyo Park in Yorba Linda.  The kids had such a great time playing together on the playground!  Thanks to everyone for coming out and celebrating Logan's and Jillian's birthdays.

Logan borrowed this bike from his friend.  He is absolutely obsessed with bikes!

The Birthday Boy and Girl!

Singing "Happy Birthday"

Brooke and I with the kiddos.

My sweet boy.

Lo decided to run off in the field and play, but he called me over for help.  As I approached him, I realized he was holding on to his shorts.

Once I got close enough, I realized he was holding UP his shorts!  He couldn't walk because his shorts were dangling around his ankles.  Too cute and funny not to take a picture!

4th of July

We had lots of fun on the 4th of July!  The morning started off with a neighborhood block party.  It was such a treat for us to get to hang with our neighbors.  We truly are blessed with such great neighbors.  Afterwards we headed to the Dowdee's house for a BBQ.  We all had a great time swimming, eating, and catching up!  Later in the evening, we headed to my Uncle Pete's and Polly's house.  There was so much delicious food and tons of fun fireworks.  They always know how to throw a good party, so we all had a great time!

Titi and Logan

Logan looking up in the sky for fireworks.

Mimi, Titi, and Logan.  These two really enjoy spoiling their Logan!

Taking a family photo with my grandma, Olgui.

Daddy and Logan having a blast watching all the fireworks!

Lo's going to be a BIG Brother!

The day after Memorial Day, I found out I was pregnant!  Josh and I couldn't be more thrilled! We made our announcement to family and some friends on the 4th of July.  Here I am at one of the 4th of July BBQs, wrapped in a ribbon around my belly with a tag that states, "Coming in February!"  Logan and his sibling will be 2.5 years apart.  We're very excited!