Birthdays and Basketballs

This weekend we threw a party for Anthony's birthday. This years cake? Basketball, of course!

After singing Happy Birthday to himself with the rest of the party, he jumped right to blowing out his candles.

All that was left to do? DIG IN!

Yum!

Like any birthday party, gift opening followed cake.  Anthony was a bit unsure of what to do with his wrapped presents.

Thankfully, his big sister, Ysabella, was nearby to show him what to do.

All in all the party was great and "Dunk" (as Grandma likes to affectionately call Anthony) thoroughly enjoyed everything basketball.

Happy Birthday, Anthony!

And many thanks to all those who helped celebrate and were more than generous!

Birthday Boy!

It's that time of year again, little Anthony is quickly growing into a very active and happy 2 year old. The family celebrated with dinner and cupcakes at home.

Blue frosting not only tastes great but looks even better!

 

 Anthony used his face more than teeth when attacking his cupcake in the daintiest manner.

All that was left to do was open gifts and ignore everyone else as he played with his new favorite toys.

 

All in all, it was a great day of celebration and love. 

 

Happy Birthday, Anthony Francis! May the years of happiness continue.

Thanks to all for the many birthday wishes and thoughtful gifts!

XoXoX

Hoop Dreams

We all know that Anthony is a sports lover, even though he hasn't seen many sports live.  This weekend Mommy brought the kids to watch Daddy "ball".  Ysabella spent her time running around with other kids while Anthony instantly became mesmorized.

Even with the other kids vying for his attention, Anthony could not be separated from the game.

He rested and watched Daddy run down the court...

...up the court...

 

And back down again.... and again.

Look out NBA, we think he is gonna be a tall one and we know he is definitely focused!

Remember little Nicastros, dream big because you can acheive anything!

Fall Festivities

Its time for a fresh start and a new season for the Nicastro Family. We all celebrated with the neighborhood festival designed specially for kids! Anthony and Ysabella saw their very first pony, which they learned is basically a tiny horse.

Anthony rode Buttercup...

And Ysabella rode Stormy.

After a pony ride, who can resist a large netted, bouncy house?

The kids also played halloween themed games including, "witch hat ring toss"

To all of our surprise, Ysabella actually got a ringer and won a prize (everyone gets a prize, but she did really toss the ring on the witches hat!)

It was a beautiful day in the neighborhood and a great way to practice for 'trick or treat' ing.

Happy Fall and Families to all

And remember Nicastros, don't forget to stop and savor the donuts,... I mean moments.

XoXoX