BEAR CUB...

Last weekend we visited the local sporting goods store where they had 6 bears cubs they were showing. When we got there the line to see the bears cubs was out the front door but we decided to wait in line because you never know when your kids will have the opportunity to hold a bear cub again. After about 1.5 hour wait we finally made it to the front of the line. Although we did our best to entertain the kids they were a mess by the time it was our turn to see the cubs. Big bro. was in tears because we wouldn't buy him a batman fishing pole that he saw and little sis was upset because she wanted a pair of dora CROCS and a barbie fishing pole. It was amazing how all tantrums stopped when the little bear cub was placed in big bro's arms and frowns were turned into smiles. I guess the long wait was worth it.

Later that night our phone rang at 10:30 P.M. It was my mom, with an excited voice, saying that she just saw the kids on the local news station holding the bear cub. I saw the news cameras filming kids as we were waiting in line but I didn't notice them filming when my kids were holding the bear cub. I was so mad I was not watching the news at the time. I tried finding a video clip on the news stations website but no luck. So yes, I guess the long wait was worth it in the end.

OUCH...

Lately Big bro. and little sis. have been jumping on my bed. Becasue this is not the safest activity, a few night ago we told them that we had a new rule in our home which was no jumping on beds. Well, because kids will be kids, once again they were jumping on my bed tonight. I told them they needed to stop jumping and get off of my bed...of course they did not listen so I told them once again to stop jumping...no sooner did I finish my sentence than did big bro. go flying off my bed...unfortunately the drawer to my night stand was left open and he hit his head right on the corner of the drawer. He was not a happy camper. Luckily "R" could stitch him up (9 stitches to be exact) so we didn't have to spend all night at an ER. Big bro. was pretty brave but he did shed a few tears as the numbing medication was being injected. I just hope big bro. (and little sis) learned a thing or two about the importance of being obedient.

SPRING...

For some crazy reason I signed up in R.S. to be in charge of a craft night. This is crazy because I am not a crafty person at all! I have been thinking for a few weeks now of an easy craft and this is what I came up with (with the help of my good friend "M")

Because I am tired of winter and anxiously awaiting spring I thought I would add a dash of color to my decor...it make me feel good just looking at those bright spring colors. Now the weather just needs to cooperate! Thanks "M" for coming over today to help me with this. Your the greatest!

WAITING...

My sister-in-law "S" is due in 5 days so we thought we would take a few pictures of her before the baby comes. She is a pregnant womans dream... she barely looks pregnant from the front view...and she has hardly gained any weight (I'm jealous). Thanks for letting me practice on you "S"...I can't wait to meet my new little niece!

My little girl...

We celebrated little sis's birthday a few weeks ago and I have been so excited to take some pictures of her. Because it has been so cold and so snowy lately a good friend of mine let me use her studio to take some pics. Thanks so much Raquel! I love the way these turned out... but it makes me realize she is growing up...she's not so little anymore...

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!

Here's wishing everyone a happy valentines day...since I didn't make valentines cards this year this will have to do....XOXOXO

It's a.......GIRL!!!!


I had my 20 week ultrasound last week and found out we are having a girl. We were all a little shocked. I thought for sure that it was a boy. It may be becasue I grew up with only brothers so I just assumed I would have lots of boys...Or it may be because my due date is the same as big bro's so I thought it must be a boy. Big bro. was really hoping for a boy but when he found out it was a girl he said "that's okay mom, I guess I'll just have to be the big brother to two sisters." Little sis of course wanted it to be a "gwirl" and after the ultrasound she told me she wanted her new baby sister "right now." We are all so excited. I am so happy that little sis will have a sister (it is something I always wanted). So I guess it is time to start thinking pink!