Spring Break

We did some fun things over Spring Break. First up, we went to the Butterfly Exhibit at the FW Botanic Gardens. It was really cool. The butterflies were huge.

 We bought a swing set for the backyard. It's so nice having a place to send the kids. Keeps them active. 

 We cashed in a Groupon for a "Princess Makeover" at Sweet & Sassy. Her cousins went too. They had their nails painted, eye shadow on, & hair done. They learned a little dance & walked down the catwalk. She was in heaven.

 We also met up with Aly & Asher at Six Flags. It was such an enjoyable day. The weather was perfect, the crowd wasn't too bad and the kids had a blast.



Searching for Guidance

We had some friends over for dinner last night. I would probably rate it as a disaster. While their company was great, the food was so so. We had Mediterranean thighs. I have made this dish before, but for some reason this time they were not cooked all the way through. We had to throw them in the microwave which really made me lose my appetite. Hate when that happens. With that said, the main reason I felt the night was a mess was because of Davis. He was a complete terror. A few weeks ago, I thought he was growing out of this stage, but the past few days it has gotten worse. 75% of the night was spent with him either crying or taking toys away from our little guest. He does not share. Not toys, not food, nothing. I know this is normal, but I feel it is out of control. Other than telling him he has to share or putting him in time out I'm not sure what to do. After our friends left, I told Lane we have to do something. I feel like we're at a pivotal point with him. Do or die. So today I requested 4 books from the library. I've never been into reading these parenting books, but for once I'm searching for inspiration. With that said, Davis has been on his best behavior today. I even got an unrequested "I love you mom." That NEVER. HAPPENS. Yes he went to time out 3 times and dumped half of Lane's protein on the floor, but he hasn't thrown any fits or cried too much. He must have sensed I was ready to ship him off to boot camp. Hopefully the books will shed some light onto what makes my little guy tick. We will see.

Valentine's Day 2014

What a day of love we had! Yesterday Elliot had her class party. She was SO EXCITED for it. 

This morning the kids woke up to their Valentine envelopes.

 They each got a book & another little gift. If you have a 2 yr old boy, I recommend How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You? It is the cutest & definitely right on. I've read it about 5 times today just by myself!

 I guess you could say we have a tradition of heart pancakes for breakfast.

 Heart sprinkle sandwiches for lunch.

 Decorating cookies.

 And heart pizzas & shirley temples for dinner.

 Here's the valentine I got for Lane. I thought it was appropriate.

A Few New Things

At a little over 13 months, Perry finally took her first step! No more than that though. She also has 1 word under her belt, "uh-oh". She is definitely a little...ahem...slower than the other 2. But that's ok. We still love her.

Bed head.

Keystone

 While we were in New Zealand for 2 months without a babysitter, Lane & I decided a little getaway was a must! Right then we bought a Groupon for a condo in Keystone. It was a quick trip (3 days, 2 nights) but a good one. I wasn't sure what we would get, but I was completely shocked at how nice our condo was. Wood floors throughout, updated kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 1 with a jacuzzi tub, large living room, etc. We were very pleased. There was so much snow! Some areas it was piled up as tall as me.

While we were there we spent 1 day skiing. We rented snow blades (short skis). I am by no means a skier. I had a lot of fun, but each time I made it down the mountain, I kept thinking, "ok you've made it down safely. Don't push your luck." When did I become such a worry wart?

 

We also went tubing. That was really fun.

 Our favorite activity was the sleigh ride. Bert & Ernie were pulling our sleigh. They took us on a 20 minute ride to a cabin in the woods where we enjoyed a 3 course meal and live music. Oh the food was SO good! First there was hot chocolate, biscuits & the most delicious stew. I ate way too much & was full after the 1st course. Then our main course came. I had grilled chicken & Lane had the NY strip. And for dessert it was apple pie & ice cream.

This guy was such a great musician & he was so nice.

 

Before we headed back to the airport we had some extra time, so we stopped by the temple to snap a few pictures.

This is one of my favorite trips. Well it's actually our only trip we've had without kids since having kids. So I guess it's by default. Either way, it was so nice to just have some time to relax, read magazines, watch tv & spend time with Lane (all uninterrupted).