Happy Easter!

At Connor's urging we participating in some traditional Easter activities. On Saturday we dyed eggs and on Sunday the kids woke up to Easter baskets full of goodies. Once the sun broke on Sunday we hit the yard for some Easter egg hunting. It was a nice day and it felt wonderful to spend some time outside.
The weather forecast shows record lows on Wednesday and snow in the valley. I laughed out loud. We'll be in California where the weather forecast is full sun and 78 degrees. So, go for it Utah - snow all you want.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

I apologize

I apologize to the 5 people that actually read this blog that I have been MIA lately. Not sure we've really been any busier than usual, and it's not that we're so boring that there is nothing to post (I could only hope), so I'm not exactly sure why I haven't posted in a while. Hmmm, let me think on that while I fill you in on the latest.
In exactly one week we are headed off to California for a Spring Break vaca with the kiddos. We plan to spend a lot of time hanging with our friends in Huntington Beach, heading down to San Diego for a day at Legoland and a day at Sea World, and we'll top it all off with a soccer game on Saturday night - Go Chivas! Connor is over the moon about the trip and Quinn is blissfully ignorant about how her world will be turned upside down during those 5 days. Not me, I am every bit aware of how much fun (and possibly misery) we will experience.
Yesterday Connor's school had a fun run to raise money for the Navajo Grandmothers and the child in Ethiopia that his class sponsors. He was proud to announce that he ran 15 laps! Pretty impressive I must say. (See photo of class above.)
Last week I spent some time at Connor's school for the Spring Party. I've never felt more like a celebrity - the kids are amazing and Connor was so proud to have me there. I read an Easter story to the kids, danced in a circle and helped them get their potluck lunch served. I loved every minute of that small window to their world and I see why Connor is so tired at night!
(Pictures posted of the celebration above.)
AND, last weekend we hosted Big Wave Dave and Runaround Sue and had a ball. It was a really wonderful visit and we so appreciated every one of their "sponsored lunches and dinners", their entertaining of the kiddos and all of our visiting time. It was great to have them as always.
So to the 5 of you, I apologize for dropping off the map (or bloggersphere) but now that I recap my doings I've been busy damn it!

Get serious

We are going through the worst economic times since the Great Depression and people are up in arms about the below video - good hell.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txqiwrbYGrs

I have to warn you, it is one of the funniest videos I have seen. The kid was not exploited, he wasn't drugged by his parents, he underwent a medical procedure on his mouth and his dad video taped him after so he could send it to the mother who was out-of-town on business. In the video the kid asks, "Is this real life?" I want to ask the same thing of people who are "outraged" by the video.

Kickin' Party

For Connor's birthday celebration with his homies we rented out a neighborhood indoor pool. They had a ball! Quinn even got in the water, but seriously with a body like that who wouldn't?

My Favorite Superhero Turns 5

My crazy-cat, Connor turns 5 tomorrow. Well, technically he'll still be 1 since he was a Leap Year baby. But, we celebrate on the 28th when it isn't a Leap Year.
Today he's walking around the sun (Montessori tradition) and we're taking cupcakes to school. Tomorrow we're hosting a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle/Star Wars/Superhero swimming party for he and 20 of his friends. AND, my parents are in town to help celebrate. All of this adds up to a very excited 5 year old.
Wow! I can't believe my baby is turning 5. In his words, "When I turn 5 I get to watch the REAL Indiana Jones." Apparently that's a big deal in the 4-5 year old circles.
It seems like it was merely days ago that he was 2 and I'd ask, "What are we?" To which he would respond, "Two cool cats!"
It's amazing to me the child that he has become. He is interesting, smart, funny and snugly. He loves life and activity - riding his bike, skiing, running, jumping and chasing your sister. He is my sensitive child, a bit shy, a bit reserved and always thinking. I adore the person that he is and love discovering the world with him.
All our love to you, Cool Cat Connor and Happy Birthday!

Sponge Quinn Stink Pants

So, Preston has taken to calling our sweet daughter Sponge Quinn Stink Pants. OK, so it does look like she's going to need some serious orthodontia to fix those HUGE front teeth and occasionally she does have some seriously stinky pants, but still.
I do have to say though, I laugh almost every single time he says it. Usually because I then look over at her and she's doing her goofy grin sticking out those big two front teeth at me.
I guess we'll start saving for braces in addition to therapy. Hopefully our kids will get some serious scholarships.

Happy Kids

There is nothing better than smiley, happy kids. Well, except for sleeping quiet children while mama enjoys a nice big glass of red wine and some dark chocolate.