Perfect Day

It is so rewarding to put in a day of honest hard work. Today the work felt effortless. Instead of going to pilates, I played with Aidan and Ethan. Or rather I got beat up by them. Ethan thought it was the best thing ever to jump off the ottomon onto my back and give me kisses before falling to the ground. Never mind the jumping off the ottomon part, how could I stop him? Aidan wanted to sit in my lap and sing different versions of "Row Your Boat". One on my back and one in my lap. we were laughing and singing so loud, I never heard the laundry buzzer go off or the phone ring. And no camera to capture to the moment because I was living the moment. ( Hence fewer picture updates on our blog - Sorry...)

Something different

Change is nice from time to time. We hope you enjoy the new blog background:)

Best Birthday EVER!!!

The best birthday ever was a simple day. Thanh and Brian came to town to play. Thank you to all my friends and family who took the time to send warm birthday wishes from near and far:)

Happy Birthday Kyle!!!

Aidan and Ethan are thrilled to throw Kyle a family party this afternoon! Ethan picked out the color orange as the theme and Aidan decided we need balloons. The boys are also taking their father to the Monster Truck Show this weekend for more smashing FUN!

Motza Ball Soup

Busy Boys

It has been a LONG winter. Here's a look into what Aidan and Ethan did to stay active.

Sharing a book is always a fun way to pass ten minutes of quiet time.

The sun finally came out. Aidan said, "let's act like we are at the beach". Before I knew it the boys had their clothes off.

A windy day makes it perfect for blowing bubbles.

Ethan in his favorite sweat pants eating his favorite breakfast - whole grain waffle.

Painting is a new favorite activity.

Aidan and Ethan update the progress of the tulip bulbs we panted indoors.

Aidan and his art box. Thanks Mia and Lexi.

Aidan the walrus.

Lyrics by Aidan

Aidan sang the most glorious song that I can not get out of my head. We were getting ready to load up in the car to head out to pre school. I stood at the chopping block cutting up Aidan's apple slices to add to his lunch. Ethan ran around in tiny circle formations while Aidan did the wiggles. Did I mention we did not have the stereo on? Out of no where Aidan busted into beats that melt my heart.

I love my mom,
Ah huh.
My mom is cool,
Ah huh.
She makes me lunch,
Ah huh.
And now it's time to have a good day at school,
Yeah...

Words can not accurately describe this experience of being sung to by Aidan. His rap song was the first of this kind of creativity from him and I'm loving it! It's nothing like the thrill of watching him take his first step or say his first word because it's expected that as a mother I will have those experiences. It's the unexpected motherhood moments that I adore the most.