Olympics!

We've been talking about the Olympics to our kids since earlier this summer.  We have been so excited to cheer on Team USA in all the fun summer events.  Tonight it was finally time for the opening ceremonies.  We planned a little party (pizza and ice cream - how American!) and invited Mollie and Aubrey to join us.  The kids were so excited!  Bennett almost missed out when he fell asleep before dinner, but we were able to rouse him - phew.  

The kids donned their USA colors and Eden showed off her Olympic Tummy Time skills!  

Gold medal for her!

Logan was totally into the opening ceremonies, which got a little intense at times.  He was clearly understanding the big picture of the whole world coming together.  We explained about all the countries having their people represented to work together and compete.  I think its such a great lesson to have our kids see so many countries and people together.

Bennett loved his "torch-like" ice cream cone.  Yum!

PS - Amy and Andrew are actually AT the Olympics after a 10 day tour around Europe.  We couldn't help but think of them on their awesome trip while we watched the opening ceremonies.  In fact, Bennett could understand that A & A are there, so he thought we should go to.  He got his shoes on and said "I'm ready.  Let's go to the 'Lympics, Mom!"  Sadly, I had to explain that London is across the ocean and we wouldn't be at the 'Lympics this year.  I'm sure we'll get some great stories from Amy and Andrew, though!