Weekend Recap

Happy Monday blog friends!  I am pretty pumped that I already worked out this morning, but that probably means I will be exhausted by 3:00 pm. Take a little give a little.  

We had a great weekend filled with lots of friends.  Friday night our friends who have a girl Paul's age and a boy Charlie's age came over.  Listen.  I have 2 boys.  I am totally satisfied.  I am not going to have a third baby to try and have a girl because I would have a boy and then my house would literally blow up due to toddler boy destruction. However, there is something about a girl.  Who wears bows and headbands.  And who listens.  And is quiet.  Paul, Charlie and Ellie were on the couch and Paul and Charlie started arguing about a toy they both wanted to have and we heard Ellie say "Boys.  You need to share."  AND THEN THEY DID.  Seriously it was like a little angel on my couch.  Second best thing of the night?  Paul and Ellie came in the kitchen and told me to close my eyes because they had a big surprise.  A big surprise in 4 year old language isn't necessarliy something I get excited about.  Paul poops in the toilet and all of a sudden it's a big surprise.  So imagine my shock when they led me into the spotless playroom they had just cleaned up.  Come over everyday Ellie.  Amen. 

Easton thought all of this was a little boring and was perfectly satisfied laying on my disgusting dog hair filled floor watching the iphone.  I feel you man. 

Saturday Ryan and I woke up and took the kids to the gym.  We have to bribe them to go to the kid's center by promising a donut afterwards.  Stupid but it works! :)  Then we came home, napped and got ready for a fun one year old birthday party.  Paul thought it was necessary to bring along the glow sticks I picked up at the Target dollar bin.  One year old birthdays usually mean rave to me too.  The big kids had a great time dancing and using their glow sticks as guns, swords and whatever other weapon they could think of.  

Sunday we woke up and were surprised to find a ton of snow on the ground.  I wrestled the kids into their snow clothes which only took 37 minutes and a meltdown by Charlie.  Paul had a great time sledding and Charlie hated everything.  Hated his jacket and boots and wouldn't put on his mittens.  So I took the Char man home and Ryan and Paul had wonderful morning.  

After I took a million years to get Charlie undressed, I threw in a load of laundry and found him like this.  Asleep on our family room floor with his hand down his pants.  Sledding for 30 seconds takes it out me me too dude.  

The kids napped, Ryan and I got some wings and fries and put the Superbowl on.  The boys sort of ruined any relaxing laying on the couch Sunday football but it was nice to have a low key night.  

Happy Monday to all! 

My Charlie is TWO

I didn't know I would be so emotional about sweet Charlie turning TWO.  It literally feels like yesterday that I was rushing to the hospital praying for an epidural only to find out when I arrived it was time to push.  

Charlie is the cutest, sweetest two year old.  He loves basketball, cars, crashing, jumping, balloons, stuffed animals, stacking blocks and reading books.  He loves to be outside, or to be in the bath and to sing.  He's talking so much more and still loves to snuggle.  We are so lucky to have this boy in our lives.  Happy Birthday Charlie! 

34 Things About Me

To celebrate my 34th (gasp) birthday, here are 34 fun facts about me!! 

1) I drink coffee black like an 80 year old woman

2) I rather be on a beach then in snow

3) I plan my outfits on Sunday for the week

4) I wear my watch on my right wrist even though I am right handed

5) I wish I wore glasses because I think they look cool

6) I love paying bills

7) Putting books on hold at the library is one of my favorite past times

8) I love to organize things

9) I almost never wear heels anymore and that makes me sad

10) I don't really like marinara sauce or olives but I'll try anything

11) I love taking naps on the couch even for 20 minutes

12) Ryan stole my heart with Bud Light

13) I love going out to eat and somewhere fancy.  Even better when someone orders for me.

14) Chips and salsa are my JAM

15) I hate wire hangers

16) I LOVE my boys in sweater vests.  I have to take advantage before they have a serious opinion

17) Christmas is my favorite holiday

18) When I am home with my kids, showering and getting dressed seems like a huge task

19) I think I am 25 years old

20) I love being tan but feel guilty about it

21) I love being a mom

22) I would do college again in a heartbeat.  But my kids couldn't come with

23) I took piano lessons until I was a sophomore in college, mostly because the teacher was so sweet and gave my candy at every lesson.

24) I love the indulgence of getting a Starbucks and shopping around or doing errands

25) I love beer and wine depending on my mood but I don't really love mixed drinks.  But I'll drink them because I am that accommodating.

26) I have been doing yoga for 8 years and still can't do the splits.  Maybe in another 8.

27) I love any sort of paper products- stationary, journals, planners, etc

28) I am more of a morning person than night owl

29) Once I start something it is hard for me not to finish: books, TV series, movies, home improvement 

30) I love buying a new mascara 

31) If I won the lottery I would hire a chef and a driver.  

32) When we are older, Ryan and I already have plans to implement a 2:00 happy hour everyday,  Then we will go to bed around 6. 

33) Another fantasy I have when I get older is to live in a house with all my girlfriends.  Golden Girl style. 

34) I love candles burning around my house.  But my 4 year old thinks it is fun/hilarious/amusing to blow them out as soon as I light them.  I literally have to sneak the lighting of candles.  

There you have it!  I am excited to enjoy a sushi dinner with my sweet boys tonight with a side of swim lessons for Paul #keepitreal 

And I hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend.  I am grateful to slow down with my dudes and feel the gratitude I have for each one of them.  See you Monday! 

Weekend Recap

It is Monday but it is the ONLY day I have to work this week, so life is not bad.  At all.  We had a great weekend and even though it was busy we had lots of fun! 

I was looking through pictures on my phone and found that Paul must have stolen my phone and done a little photography himself.  I love that boy.

I think the ones of the planes are actually artistic?

Friday afternoon we picked up the boys and headed to our neighbor's house for a 2 year old birthday party.  There were 12 kids the oldest being 12 who watched ALL the kids in the basement.  Such a treat.  Although the adults ate dinner in record time because we knew once we sat down someone was going to come up and need something.  Doesn't that always happen?

Saturday morning I taught yoga to the swim team again and then Ryan and I took the kids to the gym. We just joined LifeTime and LOVE that there is child care.  We let the kids play soccer and then took them to the "classroom."  Paul said Charlie cried, but he sang him a song and all was okay.  Sweet brothers! 

Saturday night Ryan and I went out to dinner to celebrate my upcoming 34th birthday!!  We had a great time at a new hip awesome restaurant.  No one was there at 6:15 when we had our reservation, but by the time we left around 8:00 it was busy.  We are old and can't even think about waiting to eat until after 8.  Maybe again one day?

Sunday was selfie day and then LAZY.  

Charlie played cars and likes to get himself situated on the stairs so he can carefully line up his crew. 

Then it started to snow and I put the boys down for a nap. For whatever reason Charlie woke up 30 minutes later and wouldn't go back to sleep unless he was laying directly on top of me.  Sounds good to me Charlie!  

I didn't do any vacuuming or laundry that I should have done, so this morning was a bit hectic, but I am sure I will catch up while we are off work!  

Happy Monday all!! Have a wonderful day!! 

Friday Wishlist Birthday/Christmas Edition

In less than a month I turn 34.  Gasp.  And then it is Christmas.  Gasp Again.  So I think it is time to develop the much anticipated LIST.  Here is what is on my wish list:

I've talked about them with too many people.  It's time to bite the bullet.  Gray Converse.  Size 8

These cute Steve Madden leopard flats.  Size 8

Maureen inspired me with big girl pajamas.  Instead of old yoga pants and a random tee-shirt from 2003 maybe these?  Size Medium and obviously I will wear them just like this gal.  

And these cute pink slippers would be a great addition to the pjs outfit :) 

I like this neutral table runner.  I could just keep it on the dining room all year long! 

Love this Kendra Scott necklace 

I read some reviews of the UP 24 Jawbone and I really want to try it!  Can track your steps and SLEEPING and workouts and calories burned and all that fun stuff! 

Pretty sure it is time for a new yoga mat.  I stand firmly my Lululemon's THE MAT and I love the blue color! 

Ryan will laugh hysterically because he randomly will fold my laundry and is in shock about how many yoga pants I own.  But I love them.  And these are really cute! 

And while we on the subject of yoga, this is super cute! 

I think I need a "R" bracelet to add to my P and C!  All the boys on my wrist #adorable 

I also told my mom I would like a cordless upright Dustbuster thing.  For my floors.  Like after dinner I could do a quick vacuum of dog hair and food?  But it is such a pain to unwrap the cord and plug it in.  The struggle is real my friends.  Anyway, does this exist?

My dad always likes to get me a book.  I can't wait to read this one! 

Plaid and a scarf?  Yes please. 

To celebrate the season I also love gift cards to Nordstroms, Lululemon, manicure/pedicures and wine.  LOTS OF WINE.  Or cash. (ha ha)

What is on your list?  Is it too soon to talk about it??

My Baby is FOUR!!

My sweet sweet boy turned four years old on Wednesday.  How in the hell did that happen?  We had our family over Sunday morning for donuts and coffee to help celebrate.  My dad took all the pictures which was fabulous!  On his actual birthday we gave him a few more presents, a cupcake and asked him some questions!! 

1. What is your favorite color?  Blue
2. What is your favorite toy? The Monster Truck toy from my birthday

3. What is your favorite fruit?  Cantaloupe
4. What is your favorite show? Paw Patrol

5. What is your favorite thing to wear?  Pajamas
6. What is your favorite game? Perfection

7. What is your favorite snack?  Sauce
8. What is your favorite animal?  Rhinoceros

9. What is your favorite song?  The Space Song from school

10. What is your favorite book?  Lightening McQueen racing adventures
11. Who is your best friend?  My best friend is Sophia.  My best buddy is Tyson.  Funny story about Sophia.  I took Paul to see Rio2 at the movie theater last weekend.  When we got home, Ryan was taking him to bed and asked him about the movie.  Paul reported that it was about two birds, Jewel and Blue, who were in love.  Ryan asked him who Daddy was in love with and Paul replied, "Mommy." Then Ryan asked Paul who he was in love with.  Paul said Sophia.  Ryan started to laugh and Paul asked why he was laughing.  Ryan said, "because I think it is cute."  Apparently Paul did not crack a smile and said, "Dad it is not funny.  It is serious."  Love is serious.  

12. What is your favorite drink? Milk
13. What do you like to take to bed with you at night? Monka (monkey) 

14. What do you want to be when you grown up?  Go to work with my friends

Happy Birthday my little man.  You make me laugh everyday.  You ask a million questions and like to talk and talk and talk.  You love to snuggle on the couch and love to run.  Sometimes you will run an entire mile without stopping once.  You love school, you love your friends and most of the time you love your brother.  I'm so amazed of all the things you know!  Thank you for being part of our family!

And a family shot plus Best Buddy Tyson.  Looks like I have 3 boys.  Thank the Lord that I do not.