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1st Day of School 08/20

Posted on August 20, 2012 by admin

It was a big day at the Bottjen house today! Sydni, my little pro, started 2nd grade today. She was so grown up. She didn’t even want us to walk her to her classroom. She couldn’t wait to get out … Continue reading →

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The Girls 07/2012

Posted on August 1, 2012 by admin

Just a few pics from the goings on this month. Averi wrapped up tball much to her delight! I think she had more fun than she realized. I know I did! I am actually looking forward to next year but … Continue reading →

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Omaha 07/19-23

Posted on July 23, 2012 by admin

The fam took an extended weekend trip to Omaha to visit Jim’s family. We stayed with Jim’s brother, Mike, and his family in south Omaha. We had the best time! Bowling (which was a first for our fam…not sure why … Continue reading →

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Crystal Beach 07/02-05

Posted on July 6, 2012 by admin

One of my very favorite weeks of the year was this week! NORMAN FAMILY BEACH WEEK! We wanted to get an early start to the week and planned on driving half way, getting a hotel room and driving the remainder … Continue reading →

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The Girls 06/2012

Posted on June 25, 2012 by admin

Hello Summer! We have spent most of June in the pool! Both girls are great swimmers so it makes for a much less stressful time poolside for me 🙂 I can’t wait to see how they do at swimming lessons … Continue reading →

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Branson 06/08-10

Posted on June 10, 2012 by admin

The fam made a quick trip to Branson for the weekend. We have such a fun time on these little trips! Jim found a groupon for a great place right on the strip. It had lots of water play things … Continue reading →

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Pensacola 06/01-04

Posted on June 10, 2012 by admin

I got to spend a long weekend in Pensacola with Kim, Jarrett and their brand new babies! Grayson and Claire turned 4 months old while I was there. They are completely adorable! They were such good babies and let us … Continue reading →

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The Girls 05/2012

Posted on May 27, 2012 by admin

What a super fun month! Soccer, tball, visits from family, recital, bday parties, fair, graduation, awards…I think that covers everything! The Bottjens are looking forward to a fun filled summer. If May is any indication, it will be a busy … Continue reading →

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Averi’s 5th 5/16

Posted on May 20, 2012 by admin

We had a big party this weekend for little Averi’s 5th birthday! Her birthday was on a Wednesday this year so we opened a few presents at home with cupcakes then her real party was Saturday. We had it at … Continue reading →

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Dance Recital 05/05

Posted on May 6, 2012 by admin

Its recital time again! Recital week always passes in a blur around here with late nights and lots of makeup. But we had a great time! Every year it gets easier and more fun! I was so very proud of my … Continue reading →

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