Brenham Mommies

what? an update?

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Hi there Brenham Mommies...

I know, i know...its been a long time since I have updated this site. I have good reasons I tell ya!

1) This cutie!

2) And these cuties! (in rare form...)

We've had a busy summer. Read more about it here and here.

I promise to try to do a better job keeping you all informed with family friendly happenings here in Brenham.

Here's the first thing to let you know about:

3rd Annual Adam's Angels 5K DASH - A 5K to Dash-Out Childhood Cancer!

Walk, Run, Shuffle, Bikes or Strollers .... fun for all.

Saturday, October 1, 2011 - 8:30 am

Route: Lounge Road, next to the "beautiful Hohlt Park", continuing through Country Place Northwest, a scenic country road, and ending at Lounge Road, next to Hohlt Park.

Post-run activities will be held under the trees at Hohlt Park next to volleyball court and children's play station. Enjoy Blue Bell Ice Cream, face painting, music by the talented "Tena Rae", and other children's activites until approximately 11:30 am

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 1ST

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT ADAM'S ANGELS MINISTRY.

I hope you all have a great summer! I'll post as I hear of fun events happening. Please email me if you know of something fun going on. Share!

Sew Necessary::Belleville Market Day

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Sew Necessary is a story about….

Two friends, with husbands and young children and some time to sew. This is a collection of stitches gathered here and there in between laundry, dishes, diapers, meal preparation, education, some rest and exercise and, any other small thing that women do to make the day smoother for those they love. While we could do without sewing, we enjoy the time taken aside to make something by hand. We could show our children that we are consumers and not producers but we opt out of that when we take time to sew. Just like making bread by hand or crafting a hearty stew that nourishes the body, this practice and routine is vital to our soul, our children and our culture. In many ways, we feel more connected to pioneer women by taking part in a heritage that to them was indeed “sew” necessary while for us, it seems somewhat optional.

All items handmade, embroidered and or appliqued or quilted by Cheryl Amelang and Traci Mueller who to their families and to each other are Sew Necessary.

Please come out and browse a variety of baby clothing and slings, home décor pillows, women’s apparel and accessories as well as handmade cards ~ all made with love at affordable prices this Saturday at the Belleville Market Day on the square from 9am to 4pm. The bluebonnets are still blooming so please come and check us out!

March Events

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March Events

March 14: Family Story Time
6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Join Miss Lou-Lou for stories, fun and snacks at the library!

March 15:Texas Tots Story Time
10:00-11:30 a.m.
The Star of the Republic Museum is holding a monthly story time, "Texas Tots," for preschool children age 3-5.
Star at the Republic Museum
More info and pricing

March 17: Movie in the Park
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs out to Hohlt Park to enjoy a movie with the family. The evening's movie features is "How to Train Your Dragon". The movie will start 10 minutes after sunset. There is no admission cost. Concessions will be available for purchase.

March 26: "Billy Goats Gruff & Other Stuff"
11:00 a.m.
In this one-man performance utilizing hand, rod, and glove puppets, Jim Henson Family Award Recipient, David Stephens, retells classic fairy tales as well as telling a few of his own original tales. You'll see what happens when three billy goats try to cross a bridge belonging to a greedy troll in "The Three Billy Goats Gruff."
Parker Pig encounters some good luck when he stumbles over a watering can in "The One Little Pig and The Three Wishes": a retelling of a family favorite. Plus the antics of some silly chickens, in "Billy Goats Gruff and Other Stuff."
Popcorn concessions.
Brenham Heritage Museum
Adults $1.00
Children Free!

Monday After School Art Class @ Renew Art Studio
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Curriculum based art classes for kids ages 7 - 12 years old. Students are introduced to a variety of art media and topics including drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, and mixed media. All supplies included. Students meet once a week for 4 weeks.
836-1730
707 S. Austin
$80

Wednesday After School Art Class @ Renew Art Studio
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Curriculum based art classes for kids ages 7 - 12 years old. Students are introduced to a variety of art media and topics including drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, and mixed media. All supplies included. Students meet once a week for 4 weeks.
836-1730
707 S. Austin
$80

Saturday Kids Aikido Class (ages 8 and up)
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Aikido is a non agressive Martial Art that uses Movement to create power to subdue the attacker. I also builds a calm mind,supple body, and kind spirit.
Brenham Fitness Center
277-3895
$30

Also check out Community Education for more fun and learning opportunities!

Starting soon:
Little Rockers Music Class (ages 3-4)
Brenham School of Rock
Tuesdays 10:15 - 11:00 p.m.
$60 per month
&
Beginner Guitar Classes (ages 7 and up)
$60 per month
Call 203-6363
www.sirensoundproductions.com

February Events

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Feb: 2, 9, 16, & 23: After School Art Class @ Renew Art Studio
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Curriculum based art classes for kids ages 7 - 12 years old. Students are introduced to a variety of art media and topics including drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, and mixed media. All supplies included. Students meet once a week for 4 weeks.
836-1730
707 S. Austin
$80

Feb 5, 12, 19, 26: Kids Aikido Class (ages 8 and up)
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Aikido is a non agressive Martial Art that uses Movement to create power to subdue the attacker. I also builds a calm mind,supple body, and kind spirit.
Brenham Fitness Center
277-3895
$30

Feb: 7, 14, 21, 28: After School Art Class @ Renew Art Studio
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Curriculum based art classes for kids ages 7 - 12 years old. Students are introduced to a variety of art media and topics including drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, and mixed media. All supplies included. Students meet once a week for 4 weeks.
836-1730
707 S. Austin
$80

Feb. 14: Family Story Time
6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Join Miss Lou-Lou for stories, fun and snacks at the library!

Feb. 15:Texas Tots Story Time
10:00-11:30 a.m.
The Star of the Republic Museum is holding a monthly story time, "Texas Tots," for preschool children age 3-5.
Star at the Republic Museum
More info and pricing

Feb 24-26: Annual Used Book Sale
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily

Thousands of used books, CDs and movies will be available for purchase at this annual sale sponsored by the Fortnightly Club of Brenham and benefiting the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library.
Admission on Thursday (for buyers desiring first choice) is $10; admission Friday and Saturday is $1 and children are admitted free. Parking is free.

Feb. 26-27: Texas Independence Day Celebration
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Free two-day historic celebration! Come celebrate the 175th anniversary of Texas Independence! Experience life in the Republic of Texas. Costumed re-enactors, period craft demonstrations, military encampments and Texas tunes.

Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site

Barrington Living History Farm

Star of the Republic Museum

Washington

Starting soon:

Little Rockers Music Class (ages 3-4)
Brenham School of Rock
Tuesdays 10:15 - 11:00 p.m.
$60 per month
&
Beginner Guitar Classes (ages 7 and up)
$60 per month
Call 203-6363
www.sirensoundproductions.com

Little Rockers Music Class

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Little Rockers Music Class

(ages 3-5)
Starts February 1st - April 26th
10:15-11:00 a.m.

In this high-paced, super fun class, kiddos and mommies will sing songs, play games, stretch their bodies, and learn about music!

Elements of musics to be studied in February:
Finger numbers
Musical alphabet
Sound: loud and soft
Tempo: fast and slow
Beats and rests: quarter and half

Class Prices:
$60 per month per child
$10 per child registration fee

www.sirensoundproductions.com
979-203-6363

Family Story Night TONIGHT!

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Join Miss Lou-Lou tonight for a warm and cozy family story time. Winter stories, songs and fun will keep you warm on this cold night! Hot chocolate and popcorn snack will be served. This evening from 6:15-7:00 p.m. at Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library!

Helpful City Phone Numbers

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City of Brenham Telephone #'s

City of Brenham 337-7200

Brenham Emergency Communication including non-emergency police, fire, EMS and Washington County Sheriff's Office 337-7272

Brenham Fire Dept. direct line 337-7300

Public Utilities 337-4700

After hours emergency for utilities 337-7400

Utility Billing 337-7520 Online Bill Pay

Public Works 337-7220

Municipal Courts 337-7599

Parks and Recreation 337-7244

Rainout number 337-7233

Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library 337-7201 More info on the library

Mayor/City Manager 337-7390

Yard Waste Pickup 337-7455

Animal Control 337-7592

Recycling Center 337-7454 (Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm & Sat 8 am- 1 pm)

More info on recycling

Blue Bell Aquatic Center 337-7250 More info

After School Activities

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Get your kids out and about with these after school activities!

Brenham School of Rock
Guitar, Bass, Drum, and Zither Lessons
203-7114
www.sirensoundproductions.com

Brenham Music Academy
421-9898
www.brenhammusicacademy.com

Kinetics Gymnastics and Cheer
830-0312
www.kineticsgym.com

Brenham Gymnastics
830-8255

Girl Scouts
Kindergarten-12th grade
Contact Gayle Turner
979-865-5087 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 979-865-5087 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
www.gsctx.org

Esclipse Tae Kwon Do
830-0007
utkdbrenham.com

Brenham Children's Chorus (4th-8th grade)
Brenham Broadway Kids
Singenspiel (2nd-3rd grade)
Karussell Kids (K-1st grade)
277-6540
www.brenhamchildrenschorus.org

Renew Art Studio
Ages 7-12 and 13-17
Beginner and Advanced
836-1620
www.renewartstudio.com

January Events

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January 5, 12, 19, 26: Art After School for Kids
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Curriculum based art classes for kids ages 7 -12 years old. In these fun classes students explore topics such as art history, famous artists, and more while being exposed to a variety of art media including drawing, painting, sculpture, and clay. Includes all supplies. Pre-registration required.
Renew Art Studio, 707 S. Austin St.
$80 (includes all supllies)
www.renewartstudio.com

January 13 - April 21: Children's Dance Institute
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm: 1st grade ballet
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm: 2nd and 3rd grade ballet
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm: 4th, 5th and 6th grade ballet
12 classes $120
more information

January 18: Texas Tots Story Time
10:00-11:30 a.m.
The Star of the Republic Museum is holding a monthly story time, "Texas Tots," for preschool children age 3-5.
Star at the Republic Meseum
More info and pricing

January 21-22 & 28-29: "Willy Wonka" Musical
Fridays - 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays - 2:00 p.m.(22nd only) and 7:00 p.m.
Based on the classic children's book and movie. A wonderful production for the whole family! Performed by Brenham High School students.
Brenham High School
525 A.H. Ehrig Drive
Adults $10
Children $5
277-3800

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-24T09:02:00.001-08:00

Wishing you a warm and happy Christmas day full of sweet memories and lots of fun!

Thrifty Shopping

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Sweet Repeats
212 West Alamo St.
979.836.3682 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 979.836.3682 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Offers quality children's and maternity consignment and re-sale. Our store accepts quality clothing, equipment, toys, books, movies and furniture. Our clothing features name-brand clothing sized newborn through youth 12.
Tuesday-Friday
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Follow her blog!!
sweetrepeatsinbrenham

Forever Young Resale Boutique
Half price every Wednesday on selected items
Off Tom Green at the Old Brenham Elementary School
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
836-1430

New Beginnings Resale
1004 E Bluebell
836-0092

Higgins Branch
550 E Bluebell
830-8502

Freedom Hill Resale Shop
1306 N. Park

The Book Nook
106 S. Douglas
836-7323
New and gently used books all at a great price!
Sign up for the newsletter and receive a coupon for a free book! You'll also get another coupon on your birthday!

www.brenhambooknook.com

Take some time just for you...

2010-12-14T11:16:00.000-08:00

You work hard for your family every day so it's time to get away, do something for you, and feel great!

Renew Art Studio
Adult classes offered in painting, drawing, and jewelry/metals.
836-1620

Brenham Music Academy
Adult beginner group piano classes.
421-9898
www.brenhammusicacademy.com

Thyme Day Spa and Salon
Your "in town" vacation escape!
421-6044
www.thymedayspa.com

Noble Grace Pilates
call Patti at 203-4457 for more information

Yoga Haus in Bellville
Mondays and Thursdays 5:30-6:30 pm
$5 Drop in classes
call Jennie at 507-521-0725
http://yogakarma.weebly.com/
http://yogakarmajenn.blogspot.com/

Brenham MOPS
www.mops.org
www.brenhammops.blogspot.com

Party Places

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Places to make your next birthday party extra special!

Brenham School of Rock
104 S. St. Charles St.
Guests design and record a CD of songs picked by the birthday boy/girl.
$175 for 2 1/2 hours of party time for 15 guests.
Guests take home their CD party favors in a custom designed jewel case.
You are welcome to bring cake, snacks, drinks, and of course lots of gifts!
www.sirensoundproductions.com

Kinetics Gymnastics and Cheer
300 Lounge Rd
1 hour of couched gymnastics time and 1 hour of party time in the loft.
$100 up to 10 children
$150 11-18 children
www.kineticsgym.com

Horseshoe Junction
2080 Hwy 290 W
Games, Pizza, Icecream, Personal Party Planners and more!
Birthday packages start at $10/child
www.horseshoejunction.com

Antique Carousel
910 N. Park St.
Reserve the newly restored carousel for your next birthday party.
The cost per hour is $1 per rider with a $25 minimum charge.
more info on the carousel

Bluebell Aquatic Center
Make a splash with a birthday bash!
Prices start at $3 per guest with optional snack and meal packages available.
more info on the Aquatic Center

Silverwings Ballroom
Skate your way to a great party!
Party packages start at $48 for 8 skaters.
www.silverwingsballroom.com

Westwood Cinema 6
Open for parties for all ages and all themes!
www.westwoodcinema6.com

Also check out the Polka Dot Party Shop for unique party supplies!
212 W. Alamo St
836-4342

Do you have a favorite place to party? Please let us know!

Decemeber Events

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Dec. 1-5: "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at Unity Theater

Wed-Sat -7:30 pm & Sun-4:00 pm

Adults-$15

Students-$10
www.unitybrenham.org

Dec. 3: Downtown Christmas Stroll and Lighted Parade
5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Parade at 6 p.m

Dec. 4: Tchaikovsky's ''Nutcracker'' Ballet

Round Top Festival Institute
4 pm
Adults $20
Students $10
http://festivalhill.org

Dec. 7: Tree Blessing and Santa Photo Shoot
Scott and White Hospital Lobby
5:30-7:30 pm
www.swbrenham.org

Dec. 11: "The Heart of Christmas is Home"
Barrington Living History Farm
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historical Site
Off Hwy 105 on FM 1155
1:00-7:00 pm
Barrington Living History Farm staff graciously invites family and friends to gather with them in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Anson Jones to celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way. Throughout the day feast on mouth-watering sausage and biscuits served piping hot from the chuck wagon and enjoy hot coffee, warm spiced cider, and Christmas goodies served in the dogrum of the Farm office.

Dec. 11: Christmas in Washington
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
11 am, 1pm, and 3 pm
Experience the magic of the holiday season with a candlelight visit to the Birthplace of Texas. Enjoy carols in the Visitor Center while shopping for those special gifts. Then stroll down the trail to Independence Hall, enjoy stories of the past and learn how the residents of the early Texas town would have celebrated the holiday season.

Dec 11: Chappell Hill Teddy Bear Parade
3:00 pm
Children are invited to bring their favorite teddy bear dressed in festive holiday finery and decorations and march in the Chappell Hill Teddy Bear Parade. Rudolph helps hand out prizes in several categories and children enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus while waiting patiently for Santa's arrival.

Dec 11: Breakfast with Santa
funky art cafe
202 w. commerce
8:30-10:00 am
$9.99 per guest
Breakfast includes a personal visit & photo op with Santa & small christmas giveaway
by reservation only; limited seating. Call 836-5220 for reservations.

Dec 12: Holiday Brass and Organ Spectacular
Christ United Methodist Church
College Station
Adults $20
Featuring the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass, Organist James Faith, the Christ United Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir, and the Brenham Children's Chorus.
979-696-6100

Dec 18: The Heart of Christmas Concert
2:00-4:00 pm
Advance: Adults - $8, children - $5
At the door: Adults - $10, children - $5
"The North Pole Musical" and choral concert featuring the Brenham Children's Chorus, Singenspiel, and Karussell Kids
277-6540

Dec 19: Live Nativity at St Peter's Lutheran Church of Gay Hill
6:00-9:00 pm
Drive Thru the "Live Nativity Scene" and enjoy a cookie and hot chocolate or hot cider.

Dec 19-20: ''Live Nativity'' in Independence, Texas
6:00-8:00 pm
Enjoy Caroling, Hot Chocolate & Cookies and a Hayride for the route. Six area churches will be participating: Liberty Baptist, Independence Baptist, St. Matthew Lutheran of Sandy HIll, Immanuel Lutheran of Wiedeville, Bethlehem Lutheran of Wm Penn, and St John of Prairie Hill. Free parking at Independence Town Square on FM 390.

Dec 21: "Texas Tots" Preschool Story Time at Star of the Republic Museum
10:00-11:30 am
http://birthplaceoftexas.com

Father's Day Gift Ideas

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Super cute Father's Day ideas here!

Childbirth Classes

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Toni Kimpel, CPM, LM, ICCE is going to teach a childbirth class series in Brenham for six weeks. They will start next week and last for six weeks.
It will skip the Monday following July 4th.

If you know of anyone who is needing to have

childbirth classes have them call e-mail Toni!

Toni Kimpel, CPM, LM, ICCE

979-251-7377
tkimpel@hughes.net

Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-04T16:13:00.001-07:00

I hope you all have a wonderful mother's day! You deserve it!

Date Night! (with the boys)

2010-04-06T18:54:00.000-07:00

Our Daddy had a rehearsal tonight so I took the boys to Domenic's Pizza inside Mobius Coffeehuse for dinner. Oh man, it was yummy! After ordering we hopped over to the friendly face at the Mobius counter and ordered a French Soda Root Beer. Yum! We had a great time. If you haven't checked them out yet...DO IT! (sorry about the underline-can't figure out how to make it go away)

Thifty Score!

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New Beginnings Resale (1004 E. Blue Bell Rd) is have $1 Days Sidewalk Sale this Friday (26th) 10am - 6pm and Saturday (27th) 10am - 4pm. So get out there and Spring Shop Mamas!

Spring Cleaning? New Beginnings accepts donations of any kind. They are a 501 C3 non profit so that means that your donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law and all proceeds benefit New Beginnings Life Ministries.

A few of my favorite blogs

2010-02-24T05:51:00.000-08:00

One thing that I have learned about being a mom is that we need help! We need like-minded friends, community, prayer, coffee (at least I do), and helpful blogs, just to name a few! We need to be reminded every now and then why we do what we do. Why it's important and why our investment in our children will be worth it in the end.

Here a few of my favorite blogs that help keep me going! What are some of your's?

Simple Mom
Simple Bites
Simple Homeschool
Simple Kids
Simple Organic
Crafty Crow
SouleMama
Herban Homestead
The Real Secret to Happy Homemaking - Holy Experience
Pandora (just for fun!)

Hope you have a great Wednesday! We are off to get breakfast and head to the library for storytime! (side note: if you haven't bought Miss Lou-Lou's CD yet...get it while you can. It's great!)

Fun Valentine's Day Ideas for Kids

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Water Color Hearts

Candy Heart and More

Recycled Heart Crayons

Cinnamon Roll Hearts

Check out these Awesome Blogs for more V-day Ideas for you and your kiddos!

The Crafty Crow

The Idea Room

Hope you have a very sweet valentine's day!

Valentine's Day Plans?

2010-02-03T20:11:00.000-08:00

Roses are red

Violets are blue
Let Brenham wine and dine
Your sweetheart and you!

Valentine's Day Dinner @
The Falls Golf Resort & Club in New Ulm
5 - 9pm
979-992-3123
reserv@industryinet.com
http://www.thefallsresort.com/
$79 per couple

Volare Italian Restaurant
102 S. Ross St
836-1514
(not taking reservations)

Ernie's
103 S. Baylor
836-7545

Brazos Belle
600 Main St
Burton
289-2677

The Inn at Dos Brisas
9400 Champion Dr
277-7750

Royer's Round Top
105 Main St.
Round Top
249-3611

I hope you have a very sweet Valentine's day!

(Disclaimer: I did not get to call every restaurant so please call to make sure they are having a v-day dinner!)

Mommy Storytime

2010-01-18T13:21:00.001-08:00

Record yourself reading stories for your children. Great for long car trip, while fixing dinner, or at bedtime when you are on "date night!" Siren Sound Productions Recording Studio is doing a special for Brenham Mommies. $25 for a 5 story CD. Extra cover or CD work also available. Call John at 979-203-7114.

Family Friendly Live Music in Brenham

2010-01-13T14:33:00.000-08:00

Be sure and check out Miss Lou-Lou Barbour's Bluegrass/folk group "Wabash Ramblers" tomorrow night at 7 PM at Mobius Coffeehouse. The group consists of 4 playing guitar, banjo, upright bass and dobro. Grab a good cup of coffee and enjoy some live music! There's no cover charge but tips appreciated. See you there!

Car Seat Classes

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Car Seat Distribution Classes

Are you in need of a new car seat for your child? Washington County EMS offers a class every second and fourth Friday of the month at the new EMS station at 1875 U.S. 290 W. The class offers instruction of safe usage and installation of a car seat. People interested in attending the class need to call and sign up due to limited space on each date. For details and to register call 277-6267 Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm and ask for Tricia or Loretta.

Child Safety Seat Program

The New Beginnings Pregnancy Center hosts the Safe Riders safety seat distribution (one per family) and education program. Classes will begin at 4 pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Call 836-0397 in advance to register

Welcome!

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Welcome Brenham Mommies! So glad you stopped in. I hope you have found the website helpful. Please let me know if there is anything you would like to see on here. I am open to new ideas and ways to make it more informative, fun, and inviting! I hope that the coming year will bring lots of new features and ways to keep Brenham Mommies informed and always having a good time! Hope to see you around town and please sign our Mommy Book.