much needed outside time

We took advantage of the nicer weather and spent sometime in our now flat backyard, It is nowhere near finished but it is flat and the FJ cruises nicely (4wheels!)

4 fab ladies and some "dudes"

WE decided to do a much over due ladies night with the help of awesome Adam as our DD we went from Darcells (the "dudes") to a handful of bars. WE had a great night and had the best DD ever. He so gladly put up with four drunk ladies that had way too many giggles and silly ideas. Thank you ladies, it was a wonderful night!

nice day at a new park

we discovered a new park near John's work the kids had to test out. We are thinking this is going to be our new date spot with daddy on weekdays.

much needed family day!

with John working like a maniac we took a much needed family day and headed for the beach. Natalia has never been in the water at the beach before and with having John and my dad to watch over Alexander I took advantage of some one on one time with my girl. I explained how the little channel that runs down the middle of the beach is not safe and we do not go in alone, but of course Natalia had to learn on her own. Thank goodness her papa was right there to save her.
We also discovered on this trip, Alexander no long likes sand, in fact he hates it. HE is completely pissed when he gets in it and just would like nothing to do with it!

Gilberts Village

For all of you who have never been to Gilberts Village in Salem, you need to go. The place is amazing. The kids must have played in the outdoor park for two hours. They would have played longer had we not told them we needed to keep moving along. Its especially nice for us because we get in FREE! WOO HOO We have an OMSI membership so the Village is free for us.. As you can see in the pictures, this place is amazing for young minds...and adults too.

spring has sprung

Natalia and I decided our yard needed a little color so we planned 21 primroses in the front yard. We love spring, that means its almost time for daily fun in the sun!!!!!

sleep overs are always fun

The kids love having sleepovers so of course we stayed up way too late and had way too much fun. Somehow we ended up blowing bubbles inside the house. Of course all three kids got a kick out of this, but the boy especially thought it was a lot of fun!

Sam turns two!

catching up....

Sam turned two this past January! My how time flies! I was recruited to make the cake and cupcakes for his party. My decorating skills are lacking a bit but the cake was GOOD! I have since been recruited to do other cakes.