Spring Break in Kansas!

Realizing that we had no real fun plans for Spring Break last week I asked the girls where they would like to go or do. The first word out of there mouths was "Kansas!" They really love their grandparents and wanted to see them and their cousins. Even though Ryan couldn't take off work I decided to take them up there anyway. We got up there Wednesday afternoon and the rest of the day was a day filled with fun with Papa, surprising Gma and Grammy Deane, staying up way too late because we were having too much fun, and then bedtime.

On Thursday we relaxed, visited, and just plain enjoyed being around family. We went to the park with Nana and then we were surprised when Grandpa passed by and joined us. We had an late afternoon visit with Gma, Emily, Eden and Ike before heading over to my sisters for dinner and the Shocker game. I forgot how well her kids and my kids play together and I know they miss eachother.

Friday was fun filled as well with a visit to Grandpa and Grandma's followed by Nana taking all of the grandkids to see the Lorax movie. Bless her heart is all I have got to say! My parents also put me to work (I didn't put up much of a fuss because I love it) painting their hallway. They took care of the kids while I enjoyed some time painting and talking to my dad. Speaking of my dad, he had a stroke last month and has recovered miraculously! I loved all the time I was able to spend with him and my mom and cherished every minute. We spent the last few hours of Friday with Gma and then headed home early to get the kids in bed for our long drive home the next day.

Saturday morning we woke up, had breakfast with Grandpa and Grandma and then headed home to see daddy! We had such a wonderful time and this was the first time that I actually wanted to stay longer. Maybe this summer we can have an extra long vacation up there.

I decided not to break this post into pieces so enjoy the many pictures :).

Reese's 1st T-ball game!

Little Reese, who has never had any interest in sports what-so-ever, told us a few months ago that she wanted to start playing softball. We were quite shocked but excited at the same time. That girl has an arm and bats really well too but she just never wanted to play on a team. We found out that for her age she would play T-Ball through the RGSA which is the same league that Kaylie goes through for softball. She had two practices before her first game and seemed to be enjoying it. Well the first game didn't go as planned. A cold front came through and it was really cold the evening of her game. She looked so cute out there in her #9 jersey and skort but we knew those girls had to be so cold! Reese practiced with her team and then sat in the dugout until it was time to go out on the field. Once she got out in the outfield and we started taking pictures, we noticed that she was crying and we had no idea why. When they came back in the dugout the coach brought her over to me and she was crying and shivering. I felt horrible for her. I took her back into the dugout and wrapped her in a whole bunch of blankets to warm her up a bit so she could still bat when it was her time. They called her name, she got out there, hit the ball, ran the bases and then ran back me to get warmed up. Thankfully by that time the game was over and we headed back to the car where she fell asleep before we got a few miles down the road. I was so proud of her that she stuck it out and finished the game. Hopefully her next game will be a better experience.

You have got to watch this video of my crazy boy!

Lady Antebellum!!!

Well after 2 years of everyone being sick on his birthday I promised Ryan an awesome birthday this year. Wouldn't you know it that Mason gets sick and I get Strep but there was no stopping us from enjoying Ryan's present. On his actual birthday, which was Thursday, we didn't do much but Saturday night we dropped Mason off at a friends and Ryan, the girls and I headed to the AAC to see our favorite country group Lady Antebellum!! Oh my, it was such a fantastic show. This was the first concert for both Kaylie and Reese and they were so excited. Reese got kind of bored at the opening acts because she really just wanted to see Lady A but Kaylie really enjoyed it all once her sensitive ears got used to the noise. Once Lady A started singing "We Own the Night" the girls' eyes got so big and they starting smiling and clapping. They sang along to every single song and even knew more songs that I did! Watching them was so much fun and it certainly made me feel a little better. I will never forget this evening and I truly hope Ryan enjoyed it as much as we did. Happy 34th Ryan!! Eating before the show.Thompson SquareDarius Rucker. Yep, the girls knew most of his song too. I got a kick when he sang some Hootie and the Blowfish songs. Took me back to high school! Woo hoo. Lady A!!!

This was fun. The band came down to the front and they brought back Thompson Square and Darius and they all sang. What a fun concert!!

Kaylie and Reese's Valentine's Day Parties

Just a few pictures from the girls' Valentine's day parties this year. They both had a fun time opening up their bags full of goodies and enjoying the snacks and crafts. I love seeing both of them with their friends and seeing how they socialize. They sure do show their love for their mom and baby brother at school though! They kept showing off Mason and giving hugs and kisses to us. They don't do that at home! I guess I need to go to school to get some love :).