A busy weekend!

Buzz & Daisy came down for a visit last Saturday and we had a great visit. We packed the day full of time in our backyard swing set, the aquarium, out to eat, a visit to "Cindy" the horse down the rode, topped off with an ice cream trip.

Here is Adam and Lola greeting people at the restaurant

We went to a Japanese Steakhouse and the girls were in love with the "show"

She loved the big flames - Lucy wasn't as big of fan

Feeding Cindy - horse treats

Lola got a chance too

Family photo with Cindy

This girl has become obsessed with her boots - and I love seeing her in them!

Crazy and Blessed!

If you follow our family blog at all you will know that I have not been that great at postings. It seems that life could not get much more busy and I am loving every second. I am one of those people that if I have 2 nights where I am sitting on the couch after the kids go to bed Adam and I have to find something to do. Luckily, we haven't been searching because our plate has been full. Just to fill you in a little: Having 2 kids (1 & 2) and being 7 months pregnant - WOULD NOT CHANGE A THING Adam's busiest time of year - baseball season starts on Thursday (this means his sweet face will not been seen around our house near enough nor will his incredibly HELPFUL hands) Costumes for Tippi Toes (all 400 arrived at my house to tag and distribute to kids) Shark Tank - we are blessed with constant calls on people wanting to open franchises. Megan and I are working with people on a daily basis to see if they are right for our business and if Tippi Toes is right for thier life. Audit - since we are a franchised company by law we have to be audited every single year - this is a huge pain and I HATE IT. and dun da dun...we have had a major water leak in our bathroom. Adam and I knew it was something that needed to be fixed so we had our insurance come and check it out. Now we are looking at 6 weeks of our bathroom, master bedroom, hallway, half bath and stairs being torn up. Again, we didn't think it was a huge deal but as many of you know one thing leads to another and BAM - there you have it. There have been different crews of people in and out of our house doing different jobs, and testing different things. OK now for the best part - I just have to say that all this craziness has been so stressful but has built something in me so much greater. Its been like a spiritual experience, when life gets a hold of you and you can't change much and you ride the wave and God just takes care of you. That is what is happening. Adam has been amazing being the ROCK when I feel I have too much to handle. He is the biggest believer in my dreams and is helping Megan and I take Tippi Toes exactly where we want it to go. He is such a leader in our house and he sees when I need a break and takes over with a huge smile. He is so supportive and fills me up everyday. He has Lucy and Lola wrapped around his finger. Most nights we wait on our front steps for him to come home and it is a race to see who gets the first hug. I can't imagine where I would be without him. There are so many things pulling at me in this season of life and the one person that seems to be handling everything the best is him. Our marriage has just felt God's hand covering it and I could not be more thankful. To see where God has taken us in 7 years of marriage is AWESOME. I can't wait to see what God does in the rest of our life together. Feeling very blessed and just had to share.

It has been a wirlwind around our house lately. Fave came for about a week after the airing of Shark Tank to work on answering phone calls and selling franchises! Which was a blast! The girls, Adam and I love the time we have with Megan, she cracks us up all the time and loves on our girls like we do.

ORDINARY - so the other day when Fave was here I said "Lucy do you want to wear there shorts?"

Her answer "No they are too ordinary"

That's right, that is what she said. She is using that term a ton and in the right sentences too. She sees a dress, no too ordinary. I love how her mind works.

Here is sweet Diva Lola!

I was horrible with my camera when Fave came - here is the 1 picture I did snap.

Look at what my friend sent us. YEAH!!!! My favorite gift EVER! Jen is the most thoughtful friend. I was searching for what the girls would wear when they came to the hospital to meet Hank - HERE WE GO! Thank you so much Jen!!!!

Here is Lucy forcing a smile for me during bath time.

Lola and Adam playing upstairs after the bath.

Shark Tank Watch Party

The night of our watch party was SO MUCH FUN! Adam and I were supported by so many friends and it was so much fun!!!

Our Tippi Toes New CD - Tippi Toes Let's Boogie Tippi Toes Newsletter My greatest supporter - I love this man!

Some of my amazing dance teachers! They were adorable and dressed up "red carpet" style

Here we go!!

Heather, Butcher, Camp & Virginia

Watching the show

Brooke was my photographer...thank you Brooke!

Local Media - the buzz was so fun.

Shark Tank Tonight!

Just want to remind everyone to tune into their televisions tonight at 8pm cst to watch Shark Tank. Tippi Toes will be featured tonight and hope to get a big audience to watch. Tune in and enjoy the fight in the tank!

ABC's Shark Tank Press Release

As many of you know my sister and I will appear on Shark Tank this Sunday night 8pm CST. ABC just sent out a press release worldwide highlighting "the sister duo". We are so excited! Read below.

March 15, 2011
SNEAK PREVIEW

“SHARK TANK” RETURNS FOR SEASON TWO IN A SNEAK PREVIEW ON SUNDAY, MARCH 20

HIGH TECH BILLIONAIRE MARK CUBAN AND
COMEDIAN/SELF-MADE BUSINESSMAN JEFF FOXWORTHY JOIN PANEL AS GUEST SHARKS

Innovative Entrepreneurs Include A Sister Duo Who Have Their Own Shark-Like Tendencies, a
Chef With Seafood Products Designed to Whet the Sharks’ Appetites, and a
Season One Follow Up from the Maker of the Teaching Tool Known as “Classroom Jams”

ABC will air a special sneak preview episode of Season Two of its hit reality series, “Shark Tank,” SUNDAY, MARCH 20 (9:00-10:00 p.m., ET). During its first season, the investors known as Sharks offered over $10 million of their own money in investment deals to bankroll a creative array of innovative entrepreneurs. Season Two of “Shark Tank” will feature two guest Sharks: high tech billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban and successful comedian and self-made businessman Jeff Foxworthy. They jump into the Tank with the other Sharks to appear separately in the show’s nine episodes. “Shark Tank” will air in its regular time slot beginning Friday, March 25 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET).

In the preview, “Episode 205,” the Sharks are stunned to discover the shark-like exploits of a sweet-faced sister duo with a children’s dance company; a chef from Tennessee hopes to whet the Sharks’ appetites with his delectable seafood products; and a winemaker from Oregon believes he has a game-changing new product that will revolutionize the wine industry. Also, an entrepreneur with a line of men’s accessories has his hopes set on partnering with Daymond John – but his big mouth infuriates this Shark and could jeopardize the entire deal.

Last season the Sharks, using their expertise and contacts, along with their own money, made investment commitments totaling an incredible $5 million, and viewers will have the opportunity to see how those investments turned out in follow-up stories this season. In the Special Preview, there will be a follow up from Season One entrepreneur Mark Furigay. All five Sharks invested $250,000 of their own money into his unique business proposition, a DVD collection he calls Classroom Jams -- a teaching tool that turns kids on to literacy and learning.

The Shark investors who will appear throughout the second season are Mark Cuban, Jeff Foxworthy, real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran, infomercial industry pioneer Kevin Harrington, technology innovator Robert Herjavec, fashion icon Daymond John and financial expert Kevin O’Leary.

The Sharks in “Episode 205” are Barbara Corcoran, Mark Cuban, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John and Kevin O’Leary.

Mark Burnett, Clay Newbill and Phil Gurin are the executive producers of “Shark Tank,” based on the Japanese “Dragons’ Den” format created by Nippon Television Network Corporation. The episode is directed by Ken Fuchs. The series is from Sony Pictures Television.

“Shark Tank” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with stereo sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to the airdate.

For more information on “Shark Tank,” visit ABC.com.

A visit to St. Louis

We had such a fun visit to see my sister Jennie and her family in St. Louis. Gannon, Lucy, Lola and Ella had so much fun having cousin time. We were packed with activities the entire weekend. A trip to the zoo, out to eat at a local Mexican restaurant, I got to meet with a potential franchise owner, downtown, St. Louis parade, Jennie & Matt's annual St. Paddy's day party, church, the gym and movie time. We covered all of our basis and had a blast!

Lola and Ella seeing each other for the 2nd time!!

Lucy and Gannon were beyond excited to see each other

Ella checking out the chimps

Lola hoping the Chimps would come back to the window

These cuties are 4 months apart and got a kick out of each other.

Adam and Matt with Ella and Lola strolling through the zoo

The biggest margarita's I have even seen.

After a long day at the zoo they just wanted to snuggle

At the downtown parade - I love this sweet little pic of Gannon and Lucy

We got so lucky with 60 degree weather - AMAZING!

Lola was less than thrilled to still be in the stroller

I love these little smiles!

Gannon was sad and Lucy bent over to try and cheer him up!

Not sure why we picked the creepiest looking clown - but here is our attempt at a family picture

JJ and Ella

I loved this picture of them and not sure why it is so sideways but here is my sister with her Irish clan

Sweet Lola - Thanks Mom for the darling dress!

At the neighborhood parade Jennie and Matt hosted.

Lola in Gannons hat