Melody's birthday was in early November, and she decided she wanted to go ice skating.
We found a place in the Quad Cities and invited some friends to join us.
It was a trick getting our laces adjusted just right.
Mel with Katie W. and Helena B.
L. to R. -- Rachel K. Emily W, Rachel W, Katie W, Ava B, me, Helena B, Becky K, Mel, and Crystal K.
This was only my second time skating, but I didn't have any mishaps. :)
Rach
Except for a few figure skaters and their coaches, we had the entire rink to ourselves! We could switch directions and try skating backwards without worrying about running into people.
The birthday girl
Beck
Twins taking a rest.
Katie, Ava, and Helena
Sisters and best friends!
Mel and Crystal
It was a really fun afternoon!
After skating for a couple hours, we went to our new favorite restaurant, Noodles and Company.
Amber M. joined us for lunch.
It was quite yummy, but some of us needed to take it home.
Rachel and Melody used their chopsticks for more than just eating.
The other girls headed home, but a few of us went to Whitey's ice cream for dessert.
Back at home, we made Melody's birthday dinner. Wild rice, chicken wrapped in pastry dough with pepperjack cheese in the middle, and corn and peas with cream cheese sauce.
Mint Chocolate Cheesecake for dessert!
Mel loves her chocolate!
Pretty girl with her pretty new scarf!
We love you, Miss!
