In living color

Time for the tulips! Spring is in full bloom in the skagit vally and the draw of the flowers got us there. Never can you imagine what row upon row of vivid color can look like in person, you just have to see it. The smell in the air, Its just stunning.










Everything seemed to be going really well on this trip. we made it all day without cranky, whiney kids, eeryone was having a great time smelling the tulips, splashing in a few puddles here and there (it is Wasington after all) and then Kai got a little to gusto with his splashing and ended up ass deep in a slick mud hole. At least we had a second set of clothes. And Kai seemed to be loving the mud and was ready to dive in again. UGH, boys!

playdate with Colton

Eli has a new friend. His name is Colton. He is the son of a old coworker of mine. Eli and Colton have had the chance to meet up and play a handful of times in the last month or so and Eli so looks forward to seeing Colton. He evens asks if he can call him on the phone. So Cute!

Here are some pics from that last time we met up. Side note: I am always so impressed with how they play together. they takes turns being it and playing tag, even Kai trys to join in. Its funny how such young boys can already get the concept of playing tag even though they have never actuaaly played it or been taught. Are kids just born with these skills?

Moments I cherish

I hate that I work nights. I hate that I miss saying goodnight (or in the boys case, bye) and tucking them into sleep. But wgen I do get home and I get to cherish this moment, Peace.

Shhhhhhhhh, I'm hunting Easter eggs!

We braved the wind and the cold and made it out to the local Easter egg hunt. Eli knew what to do this year and as soon as the fire truck siren went off he was running! Kai only stopped to grab two eggs, one for each hand. once all the eggs were in our basket (E-8, K-2) we made our way back to the car and blasted the heat. Ah, Happy Spring!

Later at home we dyed some hard boiled eggs. What a mess, but so much fun!





I wonder if my breakfast eggs are jealous of the dye job?

Old man + Devious wife = One great surprize party!

Brian's 40!
So in my infinate wisdom I decided to throw Brian a surprize party for his birthday. I worked hard planning, orchastrating and throwing a great party for Brian. So many family and friends came to celebrate with us and Brian was thrilled. A special thank you to those that came from long distances to be there. It truly means so much to us that you care so much.

SURPRIZE!

Eric makes Brian look tiny!

Thats not a beach pail, thats a drink! And Scott, well thats one hell of a hirt buddy!

Its not a party till someone starts dancing on the table

Ummmmmmmm, what?

Cheers

Quick is any one watching me?

No? good!

Happy Birthday to my favorite niece!

We all love you very much. Have a very happy 8th birthday sweetheart.

Party Time!

Eli's 3rd birthday party was yesterday. The weather was the warmest all year (almost 70) and people were getting a bit sunburnt even, not bad for March huh?

Eli loves the movie cars, so I made him a special birthday banner and cake to go with the theme. He got lots of new cars toys, a basketball hoop, a easel for drawing and painting and some much needed summer clothes.

We had family over and Eli's BFF Vinny. Everyone had a great time and the kids had a blast in the bouncy house! I couldnt have asked for a better day. Thank you everyone for sharing in the celebration with us.





Jayda and Beret

Kai
Miles
cousin Jayda and Eli
Birthday boy
cousin Miles and Eli
cousin Griffin
Kai in the bounce house
Eli and his best friend Vinny