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Keeping It Simple

Rob and I tend to not get caught up in the hype of Valentine's Day. This year I made dinner at home with the kids, typical Thursday. However, I did receive a gorgeous bouquet of red roses and we opened a wonderful bottle of wine. So grateful to have found a man who appreciates the comfort of home, the importance of family time and the joy of simplicity.

ABCDelicious

Jack hates soup. HATES it! I have tried every possible type. Tonight I was prepared for our typical battle when he SHOCKED me! I got some alphabet pasta on a whim (and clearance-ha!) so I threw it in. The teacher in me can't pass up an opportunity to push letters and numbers. He was down right excited for chicken and veggie soup! Could've knocked me over with a feather. Happy kid, happy mom!

Little Drummer Girl

She likes to ROCK! Folgers or Quaker oat cans make great drums. Throw in a couple of wooden spoons and we have a full concert on our hands. This was while I tried to make pancakes this morning. Cute!

My Funny Valentine

I threatened to give Lauren's new jammies to Jack if she didn't straighten up and get ready for bed. Five minutes later, while flossing her teeth, this is the giggly boy that entered the bathroom. WEARING LAUREN'S PJS! Number one, I don't know how he fit into a size 2T outfit. And number two, how was it possible that the boy who won't eat with a purple fork (because its too girly) was wearing his sister's jammies?! He thought it was hilarious and we all ended up laughing like crazy. Just another silly day at our house.

Party Weekend

Our two little party animals worked a double shift this weekend. We had back-to-back birthday parties Saturday and Sunday. Yesterday they got to go to Gullwings Museum for Lily's party. Lauren had a picnic in the submarine, while Jack went on an archeological dig! It is such a cute place for kids, exhibits often change and they always discover something new. They also got their first taste of rock candy lollipops...holy moly! Happy faces! Today we went to the park for Ethan's party. Jack and Ethan have been buddies since they met at Karen's house over four years ago! It was sunny and really warm. Fun times for both our little social butterflies. Tomorrow will be a day of rest before Rob has his two day registration event and then heads out of town for a week. Never a dull moment around here.

Potty New Year

I realize I might be overly ambitious, but...wouldn't it be a great way to kick off the new year?! Lauren has been dabbling in the whole potty training thing for about a month now. She got some special princess panties for Christmas and is very excited to wear them. So far we are 0 for 2, but it's a good day to try-pajama day!

Update: we went 0 for 3 before I put her back in diapers. My nerves were frazzled! I'll try again in a few weeks.