Tiger Tots

We have been having lots of fun. We had a nice week of weather. Then we were blessed over the weekend with 5 inches of snow. And we are supposed to have more on Tuesday. We are so ready for spring. I have been bad about taking pictures of our outings with my camera. I'm going to be better in the next few weeks.

On a big note ( for Amelia ) is she started Tiger Tots last week. It's an awesome program through a local high school. It's the advanced child development students doing their "real" world experience supervised by the teachers. They took Amelia even though she was not 3. It's every Monday and Wednesday for 8 weeks for 2.5 hours. Baron is also going. He goes to regular preschool on Tuesday/Thursday. I felt bad to send him to something 4 days a week. But, he loves it and I did not want to drive just one there.

It is amazing what all they have done. These kids have some energy! The have sent home tons of cute projects and both kids are so excited to go. I was REALLY worried about Amelia since she is still 2 and has never been away from me. Well she is doing great. They all think she is so cute and they told me how great she is. Baron is one of the oldest kids so the teacher has let him be the helper and pass out paperwork and lead the group. Can you imagine how much my first born loves that???

On a funny note when I picked them up they could not stop talking about how well they get along and how close they are to each other. I guess Baron holds Amelia hand when they have to walk down the hall, ect. They also sit next to each other at lunch by choice. So I guess even though the fight at home they are best friends at school.

Last week was the first time since I have been home that I had anytime to myself while both kids were gone. I have to say it was weird. But, I did enjoy it. On the first day I went to Target and got shopping done then went home to clean. On the 2nd day I met a friend for a half hour then came home and got tons of cleaning done. You can get a lot done in 2 hours without kids!

World Bird

Sunday we went to World Bird. The weather was great and we ended up doing about a 2 mile hike with the kids. They love birds and everyone had such a great afternoon.

Magic House

We lucked out last week we went to the Magic House. They were doing all this special stuff to celbrate Dr Seuess's birthday. the kids favorite was making and decorating these hats. And I liked too as they stayed in one place

Hike

Nolan took the kids on a big hike a week ago. Notice he let Amelia dress herself. So she had a pajama top on, plaid shorts, colored socks, and her hair was not fixed. I personally would not let her leave the house like that. It was a 4 mile hike with a river crossing. So he carried Amelia on her back most of the way. Which she enjoyed.

Also, you may get a kick out of what Baron's shirt says.

Zoo Trip

We made our first trip to the zoo a few weeks ago. We had so much fun that day. I went with 4 other Mom friends and 10 kids total. Oh my it was wild. It was so hard to keep all our kids going the same direction. And oh my those boys were wanting to climb and jump on things. Baron and Amelia were so worn out by the end of the day. It's such a great group of friends and all our kids seem to get along so well. Baron has turned into such a social butterfly. He says he does not want to play with me he wants to play with his friends. He will beg me to call his friends to plan playdates or come over and play. And everywhere we go he makes friends. At the park this week. He met a kid and they ran around and played super hereos and today at the swimming pool he met 2 friends that wanted to play with him. He even let one of his new friends borrow his goggles. Amelia would still rather be with her Mom.


Look at how great the kids club at my gym is...They made this cape for Baron one day!! Talk about spoiled

Sleepy kids

We had a few day of nice weather a few weeks ago. And the kids went non stop all day. No naps. Hikes, activities, and lots of outside play. Well the kids were so tried and just passing out at night. The first picture Baron feel asleep sitting up in the hall. The 2nd picture Nolan was out of town and I gave Amelia a bath and Baron was going to shower next. I was sitting ont he couch with them talking to them and the next thing I knew they were passed out asleep at 6:45. They don't normally go to bed till around 9!

What it's like to have a brother!

On actual Valentine's day I took the kids to the Magic House. They had a special event for members only. The kids had fun but I think they enjoyed the donuts the best. Then the video is of Baron. He likes to put onthis scary mask and walk around. But, Amelia is all drama and HATES it to say the least!

Eckert's

WE took the kids to Eckert's for valentine's day. It was awesome and everyone had a nice time. Eckert's is a pick your own orchard. But, they have an amzing grocery store and restaurant. Actully, they are the largest orchard that is family owned in the US. They had a great meal for the kids and adults, a chocolate fountian, cookie decorating, face painting, pictures dressed up ( see Baron's face...he hated this said it was for girls), colorings, and tractors outside. What more could one ask for.