Today

This is where I want to be today! That is me in the picture!! I don't know if I have told you that we just purchased this private Island. Not sure what to call it...any suggestions?

Dog Hunt

You looking for me?

Well...I just got back in the house soak and wet after going on the hunt for our mini Doxie Chloe. Apparently she was out in the garage and the boys went out for a minute by opening the garage door. So...we thought our little pooch went for a stroll! After a half hour of searching...us and the neighbors, we had no Chloe. Then I hear my husband shout, "I have her!" Where was she you ask...? In the van!! We must have a super smart dog who can open car doors.

Dad...We Need a Baby!

My second born proudly announced to a room full of friends at the hospital...

"Dad, we need a baby" Aaron responded, "You can go and see Drew any time you want."

Drew

He's here! Adorable 6.15#'s 20" long! After much indecision, monitoring, and blood pressure taking, the Dr. decided to take him by cesarean at 10:oo on Friday night. Jules and Dan are doing well and adoring this beautiful miracle for all of us to love. Big brothers Nick and Alex are pretty proud as well! More pictures to come later!

A Baby, A Dog and Some Basketball!

This is something that you don't see everyday...an eight month pregnant woman playing basketball. The crazy thing is that she outlasted her dog Madison. Kate is our neighbor who rides motorcycles, gardens and plays with our boys. To my knowledge however, I don't think she has ridden since she has been pregnant. Kate won Luke over the day they were moving in and he saw her do a little spin move shot and he was in Love! (o: They are the best neighbors ever! Don't move Kate and Ryan!! My boys need to teach your kid a thing or two!

It's Time for Bed

These are the things that we have to do before bed. After the bath...get another bath from Chloe. Then get a drink of water. Why is it that bedtimes are so difficult?

My second born was so mad at me tonight because I wouldn't let him have his sorbet. (he was exhausted) Then I took a picture of his bootie... things went from bad to worse. You would have thought that I beat him. Isn't it a cute bootie? I just couldn't resist...I love boxer briefs! I promised him that I would erase it from the camera, however I didn't promise that I wouldn't put it on my blog for all to see.

While we are talking about bedtime...notice that it is still light outside in these pictures...9:00!! I really don't like daylight savings time. We have gone from 8:00 bedtime to 9:00 without even noticing. It literally sneaks up on us!

I am rejoicing tonight! Today was my last day of class until the fall! YEAH!

Happy Birthday Honey...Happy Tax Day Uncle Sam!

Happy birthday, Love of my Life! What a way to remember a birthday...tax day! Thank you for making me laugh and smile everyday! You are an amazing...fantastic...wonderful...fabulous husband and father.

Have you filed our taxes? Kiding!

Big Night

I had to write this... today my eight year old actually took the dog out twice, set the table and cleaned the table off WITHOUT me asking him to. Then we snuggled when I was tucking him in. During this time we always have the best talks. Tonight he asked me if when he is in heaven will he see Thomas Jefferson and Chloe our dog??? Why do you suppose he wants to see Thomas Jefferson in heaven? How random is that? Good questions my sweet boy!

Grey's Countdown

Only 13 more days until Grey's comes back! Party at the Lefflers' so everybody bring their McBlankies to watch McDreamy. Jules, Missy, Ronda and Shannon...save the date April 24th.

Seriously!!

The Doxie Song

I could watch this over and over...and also take a "few" of these home with me!

Spring...Where did you go?

Spring...where did you go? I was so enjoying your sunshine and warm temperatures. I so enjoyed watching the kids play outside. I so enjoyed walking outside. I so enjoyed playing golf. I so enjoyed putting on my capri pants and flip flops. I so enjoyed walking out of the grocery store last night without a coat. Please come back soon!



Picture is called Spring Fever by Terry Rittalin

Squirmy the Wormy

Today I had a conversation with my friend Shannon about her son L...he seems to have quite an obsession with bugs...worms...creepy crawlies. Once he finds a crawly, he immediately has to save it for his bug "house" or whatever you call those things. It is absolutely adorable. Anyway, while we were over there, L was digging up worms and it reminded me about last year when my second born was in his first year of pre-school. This is one of those stories that will haunt him through adulthood... It makes me cringe and laugh at the same time. One day his class was outdoors during recess and they discovered a worm. The worm soon became a class pet for all to love and observe. He was named "Squirmy". .. Pretty good name huh! All of the students were given a chance to go up to look and play with Squirmy. Next, it was my son's turn...from what I hear he wasn't too gentle with the worm and he kind of squished it... Needless to say, the class was a bit angry with my son the worm killer! As a matter of fact they pretty much let him have it. I think Mrs. Beth almost had a riot on her hands. (o: She assured me after telling me the story that it was a great teachable moment to have a lesson on forgiveness and showing someone grace! All was forgiven by the end of the day. I however can't look at a worm without laughing and thinking about my baby boy!

Duckies Everywhere

The shower turned out great...lots of good food, fun and wonderful gifts. It was so nice seeing everyone. Can't wait to meet Drew!!!! He is certainly going to be Loved!

Our Neighbor Duck

Speaking of Ducks...I had a visitor today... Oliver Blocher (He likes to be called Ollie) is our neighbor duck who often waddles over to see what is happening at the Lefflers'. He also enjoys terrorizing our doxie Chloe. Ollie is a domesticated mallard, isn't he so cute. He is pretty tame and he can only loft. He typically stays around his yard and goes in his pen on their back screened in porch at night. It always makes my day when he comes over to just say hi and see what goodies he can find in our yard. The best part is watching when he follows their chocolate lab Madison around. It is kind of like our own little farm in the city.

Rubber Duckies

I have become obsessed with planning a baby shower for my bests friend Jules. She is pregnant with a sweet baby boy whose due date is approaching quite quickly! Beth (Jules sister-in-law)and I have been having a good time planning this event. I just hope everything turns out wonderfully...good food, fun, and great gifts. We have come up with cute centerpieces and favors...I think? I am loving this rubber ducky theme! Hope it all comes together. Can't wait to celebrate Andrew's(Drew's) upcoming arrival!!
Will share pictures of the event soon.

Have You Seen These People?

Dear Mom & Dad,
Are you ever going to come home? We miss you very much! I promise I will be good from now on...is that why you left? I will try to cook for you more often and I will have the boys clean your bathrooms. Please be careful on your way home. Can't wait to see you! XOXOXO
Love you,
Angie

A Lil' Bouncing and Ball

My friend Missy and I took our boys to a fun place in Pendleton called, Just for Kicks. It is a large gym that has tons of balls and goals and blow up jumping toys. What a great way to expel some pent up energy from being cooped up at home on spring break. The day went well and the kids had a great time. What more could four boys want? Ice Cream...