Tubby Time Anyone?

My boys are too cute. Jacob has this huge pair of swim goggles. He loves to wear them in the tub. He wears them EVERY night. I love that boy!




I know it's a short post, but what else is there to say but I love these boys!!!

Walk To School Day

Yesterday was "Walk To School Day." They kids had a lot of fun walking up the steep hill to school. Jacob was proud that he didn't have to sit in the stroller next to Ben at all. Ben wanted to walk all the way too, but the mean mommy I am wouldn't let him. We would still be walking to school right now if I had let him doddle the way he wanted to.

The Great Outdoors

Jacob and Ben have been enjoying being busy little bees outside. They have even taken my camera to get pictures of the action. Not too bad for a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old.

Let's Get It On

Spring time. Love is in the air. At least it is with Jacob. He has a "girlfriend." Her name is Sophie, and she's cute as a button. Jacob has even had her come over to our house after school one day recently. "Mom, she chases me on the playground" Jacob says. "That's because she thinks you're cute," I reply.

You know it's for real when Jacob even lets Sophie drive the dune buggy the ENTIRE time they're outside. Yes, he's whipped by the cute little Irish girl.

Mother's Day Post (Sans Pictures)

Happy Mother's day (a few hours early) to all you XX-chromosome people who read my blog.

I just wanted to write a few thoughts. I am so thankful for my mother. She raised six very busy kids: five girls and one boy. It wasn't easy, but hopefully worth it for her. I learned how to be a mom from one of the best. Thank you, mom.

Because of mom, I have five of the best "girl friends" I could ask for. No one can quite compare to my sisters. They are my best friends and love me unconditionally. I always look forward to spending time with Kim, Kathie, Kellie, and Ginger. We laugh and play and laugh some more. Thank you girls.

I am thankful to Marty on this Mother's Day. Why? Because I would not be a mother without him. He has given me the two most beautiful and darling sons I could have ever asked for. My life I so full because of my husband and children. I look forward to every day with them. They are my everything. I just love them beyond words.

I hope you all have a lovely Mother's Day. Enjoy it and everyday you have with your families.

Power Wheels Dune Buggy

I have been wanting to get the boys a Power Wheels vehicle for some time now. Toys R Us finally had a decent sale AND I had a $55 off coupon. We took the boys last Saturday to pick out the one they wanted. They had done their chores and treated each other kindly for oh two minutes, so we decided to reward them. They were able to choose the one they wanted. There was a John Deer 2-seater with a large cargo area in the back, a Jeep Hurricane, and a Ranger. They chose the Dune Buggy. Lucky for Marty and me, it was half the price of all the others. We were more than thrilled with their decision.

We decided to forgo the $25 assembly charge and put it together ourselves. Ha! What a laugh. After some tense moments and frustrated nerves, Marty, my sister Kellie and I unveiled our handiwork. The boys were more than a little disappointed when we told them they would have to let the battery charge for 24 hours. According to Jacob, "24 hours is longer than a week."

Exactly twenty-four hours later, the boys were in heaven. Of course the bliss only lasted one minute, because then they argued over whose turn it was to drive. I tell ya. Parents can never win.

Spring Weather and DSi?

We finally have beautiful, warm, sunny Spring weather. It's the perfect setting for my boys to play outside. Jacob invited his friend Tyler over to play. And what do you think the little darlings decide to do on such a gorgeous day? Sit in a chair and play their Ninetendo DSi's. What? Are you serious Jacob? Here is the proof: