Ana's Second Wedding

So I finally downloaded some photos off my phone... I'm so far behind it will be impossible to catch up!  But, I will share the highlights.  Ana was asked to me the flower girl in our pastor's daughter's wedding.  She had lots of fun getting dressed up and walking down the isle!

The ring bearer was also from our church.  They had a lot of fun together while they were waiting!

We tried a fancy hair do.  Her hair was so long, it didn't stay in that well.  Oh well!

Ana's Artwork

 These are just a few of the best (in my opinion) of what Ana brought home.  I think they're pretty amazing for a first grader!

 The pictures with writing are from their journal.  They studied the seven continents and animals from each continent. 

 I think I'll frame this one and the swan!

What I love about the Oaks is that everything is well done.  The paintings are done on very nice paper that will be easy to keep And her journal is well bound.  She might run out of shelf space in her room before she leaves the Oaks!

Stylin' by Ana part 2

Ana is now into doing hair and accessorizing real people. She picked out my jewelry and did my hair.

Then she took a self portrait--reminds me of a high schooler who was always taking pictures of herself!

First Lessons in Sewing

Our first lesson included sewing a straight seam, zigzagging the edge, pinning the hem, and turning the handles inside out.  She did great.  I sewed the handles on to make sure they could hold all the stuff she would put inside!  And there we have a brand new bag. 

Now I have to think of a new project with more straight seams.  It's hard for me to keep it simple.  I wanted to add pockets and decorative strips!  :)

New Shirley Temple Fan

When I was in Carrefour one day I saw a collection of Shirley Temple movies on sale for 40 yuan.  (About 8 US) Can't beat that!

Ana loves them.  I love that they are clean and we can enjoy them without having to discuss language or violence.  I'm going to be on the lookout for more collections like these!

Five year old hair stylist looking for work.  Has A LOT of experience styling Barbie's hair! Loves braids, ponytails, and clips.  (She was so proud of this--it was just too funny not to post!)