Valentines Fun

Where is the surgeon when we need him? Cutting on someone else instead of London's shoebox. Greg and I went to Hobby Lobby and picked out some fun embellishments to decorate London's Valentine Box. But when it came to decorating Greg was working. So when I got the knife out and got ready to cut the box, this is how the conversation went between London and I.

London: "mom, have you ever made one of these before?"

Me: Yes London-remember I went to school too.

London: "Well, do you know what you are doing?

Me: Yes London

London: Do you know how to use a knife?

Me: What do you think?

London: "Well, I wish dad was here cuz he knows how to cut?

Me: Thanks but he won't do as good of a job as I will.

London: I'm not so sure because he is a doctor and you are not.

Great-since when you do you have to have doctorate degree to make a Valentines Box. Nobody's fingers were cut off and no blood was spilt, so I think I got her approval. Gotta love her! This is what she made...

This is what she gave to her classmates. I thought she was pretty clever, instead of writing each kids' name, she just wrote To: You---Fantastic idea! Why didn't I think of that.

Of course we can't leave Brooklyn out. She got to make her box at school. Since I didn't have a regular size shoe box, she had to use my boot box. She was proud that her box was the biggest one in her class. Since she made hers at school, I had a little craft for her to decorate. It was a little foam purse, but that got boring too fast so she resorted to decorating herself.

I went to both of their school parties but forgot the camera for Brooklyn's but they are all the same...games, food, and craft. Very fun for them. And I have to admit that I even had fun. London was even proud of her box because she got so many compliments on it. In fact, one parent told me that her child said she wished she could have a box like London and the parent said well, then go live with London. I just laughed because I have told London the same thing about other people.

All in all Valentines was good. We even got a special delivery. I got a dozen roses and the girls got a single rose with a teddy bear and a balloon. They were excited that daddy didn't forget them. Too bad Greg has such a crappy wife who didn't get him anything. Hope he knows we still love him.

Sled Riding

Can you help me find my girls? Oh wait, they are in deer hunting orange and hot pink . I will never lose them, even if I tried. We had this grand idea to take the girls sledding. To my surprise, I actually had fun. After the 2 girls were dressed, they didn't want to wait for me to get the baby all bundled, so Greg went ahead and took them out. Once I was ready and had Sydney looking like "Ralphie", we went out to find them. I didn't have to look for very long. They stood out like a sore thumb. Their outfits were so cute on them and perfect for the snow. The coats were long and had a tight cuff so the snow couldn't get down there arms. They would have stayed out there all day if we would have let them. Unfortunately 2 minutes after I was out there I had to head back to the van because I had to change a diaper. So I ended up staying in the van for an hour til Greg came back and took Sydney and I went out and played with the girls for about 30 minutes. Good Times!!

Don't ask me what is wrong with Brooklyn's hands in all the pictures.

Christmas Time

Well, I am only a month late on posting Christmas festivities. We had a great Christmas! Santa was very kind to us. We got a Wii with a bunch of games. The girls got lots of Barbie stuff...the party bus, the house, furniture, more dolls and clothes what more could you possibly want?! Greg got a nerf machine gun which he glady tested out on the girls. I got a new watch. We enjoyed being at home especially since Greg took the week off. We played a lot of Wii and Greg and London perfected Mario Kart. Brooklyn has since picked up on it and I am holding my own. When your 7 and 5 year old beat you it is a bit humbling. At least I can beat Greg at bowling :)

Greg was so excited for all the Barbie stuff he could hardly contain himself!

London was more than willing to help Sydney open her presents!

The girls had fun making gingerbread houses out of rice krispies. I figured why waste all that money on something that they aren't even going to eat...so they each made a house and then somthing to give Santa. London made a Santa face and Brooklyn made a candy cane. They enjoyed doing it and eating it so it was a win win!!

Brooklyn's Birthday

Birthday Girl

In the past, I have not been a big fan of McDonalds. My kids love it and I love that they love it and sometimes it is great for that quick meal, but as for me, the only thing on their menu worth anything is a Coke. But I have to say I have changed my mind. Ronald McDonald is fantastic!! Brooklyn turned 5 on December 22 and she had her birthday party there. They did EVERYTHING. All I had to do was show up with my money. They provided the cake, the games, a hostess to run the games and take orders and serve and CLEAN UP (best part) and each kid got a happy meal with a sundae, and a treat bag. What more can you ask for? Oh, PLAYLAND! They all seemed to have a great time even though it was negative something outside and seemed even colder inside since the heater wasn't working but the kids didn't notice much, or if they did, they didn't complain. Thanks to all of you who came and helped make her day fun.

Brrr...

After a couple hours at McDonalds, we went home and she got to open presents from us. Also Angel had to give the girls their Christmas from her. They were thrilled to open presents before Christmas. Angel spoils them ROTTEN! Yep, you heard me Angel. I guess it is not just the girls, but she spoils all of us.

Greg getting "DR." shoes and scrub hats.

London getting a remote control barbie car.

Brooklyn getting a Barbie cash register along with clothes and Sponge Bob umbrella

Me getting a whole lot of things: purse, make-up, jewelry

Sydney getting lots of attention

Angel getting "comfy/relaxing" things
Sweet little Brooklyn
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Scary little Brooklyn
Can't forget smiley, toothless London

Brooklyn's PJ Party

The last day of school before break is pretty much a party day for all. Brooklyn's preschool was no exception. They got to wear their PJ's and slippers, bring a blanket and stuffed animal. They frosted sugar cookies and made some crafts. And of course they had gym. I think I could have survived PS if I knew it was going to be like this. (Note to self...you are paying $100 a month for this). Actually we love her PS. Her teacher is fantastic and Brooklyn has developed this love for letters and sounds. She goes around the house or while we are in the car and names everything and tells me what letter it starts with and what sound it makes. She is a bright one. She comes up with some pretty amazing words when asked "Name something that starts with 't'?" or any other letter. She is a great kid and loves school. On this day she was even chosen to do the weather bear which she has to dress the bear according to what the weather is outside. She did a great job getting hats, gloves, sweaters, pants, and boots. It will be fun to see her in Kindergarten. Hopefully she will start reading soon.

London's Limo Ride

I am a bit jealous of London. She had her first limo ride at the age of 7. I barely got to have my first ride in one last Christmas. Anyway, for her school fundraiser she sold Otis Spunkmeyer Cookies. She sold enough to get to go to lunch in a limo. So this huge Excursion Limo came to school to get the kids. She was so excited. The restaurant was only a few blocks away so I asked her if she had a long enough ride and she said "yep, the driver got lost and took us over by Wal-Mart." (She is great with directions, so she knew this wasn't the way.) Come to find out the driver was taking them the "long" way back to school so they had some extra time. They had a blast. She was lucky that a few of her good friends were able to go with her and sit by her. Thanks to all who helped her earn this great reward. It was all she talked about for weeks!

This was K-2

London and Jordyn were the first ones in.Off they go to Parrason's Italian Restaurant