Obsessed

I have been pretty obsessed with fingernail polish.  I this maybe I'm addicted.  Maybe there is a program for that?  Today's choice Essie's A Crewed Interest.

More Pretties

I really love these flowers. (I think maybe I mentioned our wonderful neighbor yesterday.) I even put some by my bed so I get to open my eyes to these pretties.

The Best

We really do have the best neighbor.  She spoils not only our children but Jon and I as well.  She has been bringing me fresh flowers from her sisters hydrangea bush....which I just love.  I think Jon enjoys it too because it saves him money.

Down on the Farm

Today we went to Mt. Vernon to hang out with my best friend from high school.  I love getting to spend time with her.  We went to her grandparents farm.  It was a little warm, but the kids loved it.  They got to play on hay bails, ride in the back of a truck, and go fishing.  Justus was a natural fisherman.  He must take after his Papa.  All-in-all it was a really fun day.

Zoo Trip

This morning we went to the zoo.  Our neighbor joined us...and she even brought a zoo membership...which got us free parking and free train passes.  The kids really enjoyed the train.  I don't think we had ever ridden the train at the zoo before.  We all had a really good time.  Although if I'm being honesty I got a little cranky towards the end because the kids were getting tired and it was kind of warm.  It was worth it though!

Pretty Nails

Charley is reaching that stage where she wants to do everything herself.  I have to admit letting her paint her nails herself was really hard for me.  I can be a little bit of a control freak.  I'm glad I let her though because she was super proud of herself.

Yum

I saw these on a blog the other day and thought they would be a quick, cheap, and easy breakfast for the kids.  They are just fried biscuits coated in sugar.  They are pretty good and the kids really enjoyed them. 

It's Official

I guess we are going to give this another shot.  We'll see how it goes.

Rascals

Ed Jones had a softball tournament today...Jon didn't participate, but all Jones employees then got into the Rivercity Rascals game this evening (since the tournament was played on their field).  We decided to go since we have been wanting to take the kids to a baseball game and figured this was a cheap way to see how they might do.  They actually really enjoyed it.  I think the best part was they also got to see Fred Bird...Matthias (our Cardinals fan) loved it.

Splash Pad

Jon worked late this evening....and the kids were a little cranky so I decided to go for a little car ride.  I decided to go check out the park behind our house.  I knew this splash pad was supposed to be opening at some point and was super excited when I saw the water on.  I pulled in and let the kids go wild.  I so didn't care that they were in clothes.  It was fun for them and gave me a break from their crankiness.  It was a win/win.  They loved it and I'm sure we will be making some more visits in the near future.

School's Out

Today was the boys' last day of school.  And for Justus it was his last day of Pre-K.  I think they are more excited than I am for summer break.  When am I going to run errands?  Oh well...I'm sure we will all survive and will have a great summer!

Monkey

Matthias is my little monkey.  The city cut down some trees in the empty lot next to us in preparation for the overpass they are supposed to start at some point.  Thanks for cleaning up the mess O'Fallon.  Oh well, Matthias has loved playing on the fallen trees.

My Boys

It's been pretty nice out lately, and the kids really enjoy riding their bikes on the sidewalk infront of the house.  Jon and I will sit out on the front porch and watch them.  Justus decided to join us on the porch for a bit today.  I love these two boys!

Oops

So the little girl that lives a couple door down from us decided today would be a good day to throw a rock at our van and break our window.  Okay....I don't think she planned on breaking the window.  I know it was just one of those things.  Does anyone know someone good to fix a van window?

Happy Mother's Day

A most wonderful day to celebrate....ME!  When Jon asked me what I wanted I told him I just wanted to be able to go shopping all by myself.  Maybe that is kind of selfish....but I think I'm okay with it.  While I was shopping I discovered that Starbucks had 1/2 priced fraps....Happy Mother's Day indeed.

Baby Bird

Justus found this  little egg in the yard.  I told him he should be careful with it because there might be a baby bird in there...although I knew there probably wasn't : /  Anyways, he did eventually drop it.  He then told me...Mom, there wasn't a baby bird in there only eggs.

Mommy Love

I found this in Justus' backpack.  He kept telling me over the past few days that he "loved me into pieces".  I guess I know now why he was saying that.

End of the Year

Today Justus and Matthias' pre-k classes had an end of the year picnic at the park by our house.  It was fun to see the kids interact with their friends from school.  I always enjoy seeing the kids in a different environment than home.  They had a good time playing and eating pizza.  I can't believe school will be out in just about a week.

Finally

I have been trying for over a year to get Charley to wear this dress that I made her.  I love this dress and think it's super cute (I may be biased)...I guess she doesn't feel the same way about it, but she did finally let me put it on her this morning...and I was super happy about it.

You Never Know

It's so interesting sometimes when I look at my phone and find pictures on it that I didn't take.  I really have no idea what is going on here...but Thi looks like he is up to no good.

Peaceful

Sometimes it's nice to get out of the house for a while...even if it's just running to get us dinner. 

Slip N Slide Fun

Our neighbor bought a Slip N Slide for the kids.  They had fun playing on it this afternoon.  It was a good day for it too since it was nice and warm.

Decisions, Decisions

So since we are putting our house on the market soon. (Have I mentioned that BTW?)  I have been a painting fool.  I first painted our room, then Charley's room, and now the boys room.  I finally decided on a blue color for the boys' room.

Dentist

The nice thing about the boys going to school at the same time is that going places with one child is a walk in the park.  Today Charley accompanied me to the dentist.  We stopped at Wal-Mart on the way and got her a coloring book...and my dentist has TVs at each seat so I turned it to Dora for her.  It worked out great!

Rico

Our neighbor just got the cutest little pitbull puppy.  He is so super sweet.  It almost makes me want a puppy.  Unfortunately dogs don't stay puppies for long.  I think I will just admire our neighbors dog for now.

Wild Woman Hair

Charley's hair is getting so long!  And it can be quite unruly.  Her hair is curly...but some of her hair is really curly and other parts are only wavy....so it gets kind of wild looking sometimes.  So lately I have been actually trying to do her hair in the morning.  Today she sat still long enough for me to braid her hair.  My mom would be proud!