First Day of School Celebration

I decided to try a new tradition here - we did Schultuetens (German first day of school cones) for the girls to celebrate their first day. I got both of them the kindergarten size and put a few toys and treats in side. I think that Annika is going to freak out next year when she gets the first grade size - it will be almost as big as her! :)

Mieka got her cone a week early - but I thought it was better to do that to keep peace in the family. :)

Later that afternoon Mieka had her first day of gymnastics. She looked so cute in her little "Minnie Mouse" leotard and had a lot of fun. :)

Mieka decided that she looked like Minnie Mouse in this.

That night Annika wanted to go to Pirate Island to celebrate her first day of school. Jen, Jan and Dan and Emilee came with us. The kids had fun collecting tickets and getting junky little toys to play with. :)

Both girls loved riding this little carousal and the nice thing was that it was
right next to our table!

Mieka bonking all of the gophers as fast as she can.

Dave the ace shot!

Mieka showing them all how it's done.