Nothing like spring and horses in KY....

This was a busy and oh so fun weekend for the Coleman's. It is finally spring! I have enjoyed the 65 plus temperatures for the past few days. I really think it lifts every one's spirits to be able to come out of the winter cocoons we call houses, and begin to interact with the world again. Chris spent the morning working in the backyard (which, thanks to Katie, is beyond repair). I lifted the windows and happily poked around the house cleaning. Cleaning is not nearly as dreadful when you have warmth and sunlight in each room you enter. Sarah had lots of fun playing with her outdoor toys which have been off limits for so many months.
This evening we went to Maura's third birthday party. What a perfect weekend for a semi-outdoor party! The theme was "horses" and she held the party at her grandparent's house which is beautifully situated on 5 acres nearby our home. I love to visit their home...I stand outside looking at the countryside and pretend just for a moment, that I am looking off my back porch. I guarantee my blood pressure drops every time I visit. Oh well... back to reality...
Maura had a fantastic party! I will give you the "low down" in the photos that follow.

Lily arrived just after us. She is really growing up!

Sarah quickly jumped into a horse costume.


The birthday cake. My friends are all so crafty, my efforts pale in comparison. This is why I go to places like Amerisport gymnastics... I can't compete so, I just let someone else do the work!



Look at the cute stable they created for the occasion.

Here is Julie and "baby Tristan" as Sarah likes to call him. I don't think he is going to be a baby for much longer. He is so cute!

Let the games begin! Sarah brought her stick horse to the party. There was a highly competitive but highly chaotic game of horse racing in the backyard.

stick horse race from Angela Coleman on Vimeo.

Don't worry, everyone got blue ribbons!

Sarah was so proud of her efforts.

As was Lily.

I had a rare photo of Chris and I taken while we had the chance. Notice the blue... we are very "blue" about our beloved Wildcats dismal season.

Sarah got to hop on a real saddle. The funny part was that she couldn't understand what it was and kept saying "It doesn't have a head!"


Julie hid prizes in the hay and let the madness ensue! I think the kids liked this game the best.

Finally, the moment Sarah had been talking about all week. Smokey Joe came out of the barn to greet the kids. Here is Liam saying hello.

Maura wasn't nearly as interested in the horse (since she sees him often). She spent her time on the tractor.

Sarah loves animals. this is the closest she has been to a horse. She even fed him!

Sarah and Smokey Joe from Angela Coleman on Vimeo.

Seventy degree days fade quickly when the sun goes down. On go the coats.

We talked Amy into joining in the fun. Sarah calls her "my Amy". I am so glad they have that special bond. Amy loves birthday parties as much as the kids!

Time to sing for the birthday girl!

All the games and fun tired out these three year olds. Great memories for Maura and all of the kids were made today!

On a completely unrelated note, let me give you the quote of the day from Sarah "wise beyond her years" Coleman. "Let me tell you something Mom, it's not complicated for you". Enough said.

Have a great week!