March 2014

March 2014

 March started out cold, really cold!

We stayed inside a little bit more, but at least we love each other!

We did get the chance to build a few extra snowmen, sing some frozen songs, celebrate Daddy's work

achievements, visit cousins, read a little bit extra for reading month, go a hair cut, partake in cake for Dad's birthday and then end the month with a sickness.  

Overall I would say it was another successful month and the snow is finally starting to melt!!!!

That is all we really care about anyway ;)

 Day 60 of 365. Studio testing! Me: "Smile, girls!" Girls: *No reaction. Me:"Stinky, poopy, fart fart." Girls: Giggles! WORKS EVERY TIME!!!

Day 61 of 365. Grace said she was "tired and really just needed to take a rest". So, she did :)

Day 62 of 365. Ryan stole my truck so we stole Grandma's car, then she forgot about the memo of a funny face :) What would we do without you, Grandma? (Jenni was not in a participating mood)

 

Day 63 of 365. Cuddles.

Day 64 of 365. I get to spend a two mile car ride with these cuties every afternoon. They have some of the funniest things to talk about after school. FYI: It is really hard to take a photo while not looking ;)

 

Day 65 of 365. The girls have done nothing but fight and argue all day since getting home from school. Then this happens, and I wonder, how the hell can I be mad?!?

 

Day 66 of 365. Fresh air, Sunshine and Snow!!!!

 Day 67 of 365. "Mom, we need a nose, a mouth and two eyes." They got a baby carrot, two buttons and some red food coloring :)

 Day 68 of 365. Often I wonder just where these feet will go in life.

Day 69 of 365. "Almost crumbling to the ground, he stopped. Looking at how far he had traveled and all it had taken to get there, he recognized his strength. The strengths he had inside of him, the strength he had gained along the way-his inner power. And so, he stood up. Standing tall, he faced forward and continued on."

For the full article http://www.lenconnect.com/article/20140310/BUSINESS/140319955
*Please note he didn't go to Adrian High School, he is a Madison HS Trojans alum!

 

Day 70 of 365. Didn't you know we had a dog?  :)

Day 71 of 365. March is reading month. They have to read for their schools to earn prizes. Lucky for me they love to read anyway.  :)

 Day 72 of 365. Jenni had her second snow day in a row. She attacked me! So, naturally, I grabbed.......my camera :)

 Day 72 of 365. She has been bugging me to get her hair cut :( She looks sooooooooo grown up!

Day 74 of 365. I love how much these cousins love each other. It reminds me of my own cousins and all the fun we had! Uncle Dave likes it too  ;)

 Day 75 of 365. Jenni hugged Daddy so hard he passed out ;) She had to hug him gently to wake him up :)
 

Day 76 of 365. She told me her freckles are angel kisses from heaven while she is sleeping. Love her!

 Day 77 of 365. Frozen came out today! Need I say more?? ;)

 

Day 78 of 365. We stopped at the library after school. I LOVE that she devours books!  :)

Day 79 of 365. Her conferences were last night. She got amazing marks :D Today she had a 1/2 day, she choose china buffet for lunch and then a trip to Kohl's for a new bathing suit! After all that, all she wanted to do was go home and watch Frozen. Her she is singing and acting out Let it go! :)

 Day 80 of 365. Jenni's bestie came over after school today. They ran, played, went outside, jumped and then Grace read them a story.<3

Day 81 of 365. Grace did my morning workout with me :) The headband was all her own idea!!!

Day 82 of 365. Yes, I bribe my kids when I need to :/  Clean room=Ice Cream!

 Day 83 of 365. We got a sick one :( However, she is feeling much better I think the juice and cheerios are working! 

Day 84 of 365. Grace is doing her math homework and Jennifer is READING! She is reading from the pictures, but she is doing fabulously!!!

Day 85 of 365. Today is Ryan's birthday! The girls made him a cake and got him shaving goodies. He is pretty amazing and we are beyond thrilled to celebrate 33! Happy Birthday our own super hero in so many amazing ways!  <3

 Day 86 of 365. Sorry Mr. Batman Balloon, but I think you are about to die via karate kick.

 Day 87 of 365. Jenni got her backpack for kindergarten. She keeps saying how she does not want to go, she wants to stay in pre-K. However, I told her how she will be in the same school as Grace, I think that helped ease her anxiety. She begged and pleaded to use her new backpack and I totally gave in because I hope it will help her be even more excited!!

Day 88 of 365. Monkey number 3 is down! I repeat monkey 3 is down! We have been so fortunate to have missed all the winter sickness, only to welcome spring with some suspected (by me) strep throat. Hey, its nothing a little jello and pudding can't fix  ;)  

Day 89 of 365. Ryan needed to make a trip to Staples. The girls found the workbook section of the store and went home with new learning tools  :)

 Day 90 of 365. A positive diagnosis on the strep throat :(

February 2014.

February is over.  The snow is still thick as ever though :(

We feel like we have been cooped up inside way to long, as we are starting to go a little bit loopy.

We are making up songs, taking extra long snuggles and watching the olympics.

It was the month of love, and well, we had a few traditions to go along with that.

I have never really counted down to spring, but believe me, the countdown is ON!

Day 32 of 365. Measuring things out.

Day 33 of 365. Jenni got mad at me for telling her NO. She was hiding from me behind Grandma Jacqui.

Day 34 of 365. Bath time.

Day 35 of 365. Today Grace was going to see The Little Mermaid play at the Croswell. She got all dress up to go only to realize she had no dress shoes. An emergency trip to wal-mart was made at 7:30 am. Bonus: The shoes were on clearance for $2.00.

 Day 36 of 365. Today is more about the story. She wanted to go out and shovel to "help daddy for when he gets home". She has no idea that shoveling the back deck won't really help at all.

Day 37 of 365. I am just working, minding my own business and this cutie plops herself right across my lap. 

 

Day 38 of 365. Picking a new dress has ONE SIMPLE RULE......how well it twirls!

 
Day 39 of 365. This is the last time they will go alone. She was so excited all day!!

Day 40 of 365. Jennifer and I had our turn for a date this afternoon. We went to see The Little Mermaid. We had a great time! *Daddy took my 30 second crash course on how to use Mom's camera  .

Day 41 of 365. I am really enjoying watching the Olympics with the girls. Explaining how all the athletes work so hard and dedicate themselves to be the best. The girls are loving all the cool sports!  

Day 42 of 365. You would never even know this morning Jenni was kicking, hitting and screaming at me all because she didn't want eggs for breakfast.

 Day 43 of 365. Well, I am going to win mother of the year on this one! I gave Grace a black eye after she was behind the bathroom door and I swung it open to hard and the handle hit her right under her right eye. Ugh! 

 Day 44 of 365. All basements are made for rollerskating, right?

Day 45 of 365. I have no idea how or when this tradition started but every Valentine's we eat a chocolate dipped dinner.  :)

 Day 46 of 365. Frozen.......again.

Day 47 of 365. They LOVE snow!!! I just enjoy them playing together :)

Day 48 of 365.  A Monday + no school = a scratch on the honey do list with little helpers ;)

 

Day 49 of 365. It is in these moments where I am reminded of how little she can be, when all she wants is her Bear Bear and a snuggle :)

 

 Day 50 of 365. It's her first Twinkie!!! She LOVED it!

Day 51 of 365.  NO MORE MOM!!

Day 52 of 365.  Grace had "First grade Family Breakfast" today.  Grace was super excited to show Jenni "how to do it" for Kindergarten next year :)  (They look excited right?!?!?) 

Day 53 of 365. Today we had a great time at a birthday party which was held at the ginnatics (yes, I spelled that wrong). Thanks to the Eack's for loving us enough :)

Day 54 of 365. Ryan was chosen, out of roughly 540ish stores in the state of Michigan, as the store manager of the year. He is in the newspaper today for this award and accomplishment. Grace and Jenni wanted it posted on the fridge. So there you have it, right above the Jimmy Johns menu :) We are so proud of you!

Day 55 of 365. Thanks for the yummy snacks Aunt Dania and Uncle Mark (Uncle Stinky Face)!! The girls LOVED them.  

Day 56 of 365. The girls like to watch Daddy shave. They have even done it along side him *Note to self. Change the light bulb*

Day 57 of 365. These little fingers! They still hold my hand and they still need her bear bear

Day 58 of 365. Jennifer's Pre-k conferences. This hallway has held both girls, I am not looking forward to graduation  :(

Day 59 of 365. Broadway debut in 2030! Watch out America!! :)

Never forget to tell people you love them you are not guaranteed tomorrow!