My 5 Year Old Daughter 'Pets' Her First (and Last) Cactus Today!

She tells me "It was so cute and soft looking though Daddy!"
I'm sure it was, but that's the thing about cacti. That's how they keep from being eaten by animals especially when they are so cute and cuddly looking.
I don't imagine she'll be doing that again.

The Zilker Playground Is a Source of Magnetism if You're Five

Big Stacy Fun

Shayla wants to cool off. I am already cool enough and don't really like getting wet that often. She is equipped with a strapped-on float vest and goggles. She jumps in, paddles around, then gets back out and does it again all the while uttering cries of delight and joy. Me? I stand on the side, swim suit on, and ready to jump in at the slightest need. I prefer to stay dry, but...even a cactus gets wet every once in a while.
What can I say? It's another great Texas Spring day with my incredibly persuasive and active five year old Princess of a daughter.

Shayla's Now Got Added Crash Protection: Elbow and Knee Pads

Now we're ready for the pavement with elbow and knee pads. Yes, definitely a good addition for my little 5 year old risk-taker. A scooter rider without elbow and knee pads is just asking for some stitches from the E.R..

Dancing with My 5 Year Old Daughter, Aurora, Belle, and Cinderella

Wow! What a lucky guy am I!!

Shayla's First Scooter (Experience)

This is precious. Riding this is really teaching her about balance in a big way. This is a first in going without training wheels.

There's Nothing Like Dizziness on a Belly Full of Ice Cream!

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Why would one do this to oneself? Who knows. I certainly wouldn't, but then again I'm not five.

Shayla at Amy's on Easter Sunday

Shayla at The Arboretum's Park

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Shayla is Mardi Gras Ready

...a little early, I might add, but in good form.