Daddy's Tractor

This kid loves to "drive!" When we got home this afternoon, Daddy's lawn mower was parked in the garage. Gabriel had to take a chance to drive it before going in the house.

Monsters vs. Aliens

Gabriel and I went Sunday afternoon to see Monsters vs. Aliens at the movie theater. It was a really cute movie and just long enough for Gabriel's attention span. (When I took this picture in the theater before the movie, he said, "MOM! Don't take any more pictures today!"
Of course, he had to "drive" at the arcade before we left.

Time Out!

Grace was a little jealous of Mommy spending time with Gabriel this weekend. To show that she was angry, she bit Gabriel's toes! The consequence to this was being put in time out. She was adorable going to time out. Her head hung low, her shoulders stooped, fingers in her mouth, and big tears. It was so hard not to laugh!

Angel

Tonight at bedtime the kids and I said the Lord's Prayer, like we do every night. After the prayer, I opened my eyes to see My Angel Grace with her head bowed slightly and her little hands together, fingers perfectly intertwined. She lifted her head and said, "AY-MEEN!" It was one of the most precious moments I have ever experienced with my kids. I cannot describe how angelic she looked and sounded. I wish someone could have caught that moment on tape for us to have forever.

Daredevil

Tonight before bath time, the kids and I picked up ALL of the toys in the basement. (I was planning to vacuum after they were in bed.) I even put the activity table and Gabriel's stool on top of the picnic table to get it off of the floor. Gabriel and I got to the top of the steps, and I looked back to find Grace missing. When I went back downstairs to find her, this is what I saw. She is obviously quite proud of herself! This girl cracks me up!!!

Movie Night

Gabriel and I had movie night after Grace went to bed tonight.
The feature presentation was Arthur's Missing Pal. I think Gabriel's favorite part of movie night is always the popcorn.

Lunch with Daddy

We met Daddy at work today so that we could go out to lunch. Cracker Barrel was close and kid-friendly. Gabriel LOVES their chicken and dumplings.
Grace at from Daddy's plate: catfish, french fries, and hush puppies.
"Bye, Daddy! We'll see you on Sunday!" Daddy is leaving for a backpacking trip after work.

Crazy with Stickers

Gabriel decided to be a little silly with his stickers.

Grace and Uncle Rob

Bobby took this picture of Uncle Rob and Grace Tuesday. Grace had a hold of Bobby's cell phone and would NOT give it up.

Bowling

We went with Uncle Rob and Bobby after naps today to bowl. Gabriel had such a good time!

Daddy gave Gabriel a little instruction on what to do.
Uncle Rob showed everyone how it's done.

It wasn't long before Gabriel was on his own.
We even let Grace send a ball down the lane.
The kids got a little bored with bowling toward the end, so we went to the game room.
They never care that we don't put tokens in the machines, as long as they can pretend to drive.
When we first got to the bowling alley, Grace ran around saying, "Baw-l, baw-l, baw-l!" She was so excited to see the bowling balls everywhere.

Lunch at Chic-Fil-A

We went to Chic-Fil-A for lunch this afternoon. The kids love to play in the play area.


Grace is fearless. The went down the slide just like all of the kids who were much bigger than her.

Illnesses

Gabriel woke up several times during the night complaining that his ear hurt, so this morning he and I went to the Immediate Care Center. He has ear infections in both ears and pink eye. I have mastitis . . . again.

I am grateful that I am off work this week to be with Gabriel while he's sick and so I can slow down a bit to get over the mastitis. However, I did not intend to spend Spring Break with a sick kiddo.

We are trying not to let it get us down.

Another Step in the Right Direction

Gabriel pooped in the toilet tonight! (Yes, he also had 3 or 4 poop accidents in his underwear today, but oh well.) This is a first at home. He's done Number 2 at Staci's a few times in her toilet, but never at home . . . until today! He asked if he could wear his Lightning McQueen underwear after he pooped. We were happy to have him wearing undies that he was proud of. We hope this is the beginning of a habit.

Sunday Evening

Last night we went to the park to play, and then we took a short walk around the neighborhood. Grace started out walking, but was a little difficult to keep track of.
Gabriel pretty much ran the whole way.


Grace's favorite thing at the park is the mulch. She had it in the hood of her jacket, down the back of her diaper, and in her hair.

Peek-A-Boo

Who's in the table?
She was so thrilled that she would fit inside the table with door closed. It became such a fun game.
Of course Gabriel had to get in on the action too. He fit, but not as easily as his sister.

Mulch!

Grace discovered mulch at the park tonight. She had such a good time running her fingers through it, picking it up, and throwing it in the air. She was covered in mulch at one point, but having fun. She is NOT a dainty little girl.

Beautiful Weather . . . YES!

We went to the park by Grandma and Papa's house tonight after dinner. We had SO much fun! I love the Spring weather! Grace loved sliding down the curly slide. She must have gone down a dozen times.
Gabriel was trying to be sweet and give his sister a kiss. Do you love how his thumb is in her mouth? No wonder she is such a tough girl!
Papa met us at the park.


What a fun evening!

Stuffed Face

We hit a drive thru tonight for dinner so that we could eat quickly and get outside. We had apple slices as a snack on the way home. I don't think Grace could have stuffed her mouth any more full of apples!

Super Cuties

I love how they are both sitting there with their stuffed animals and the blanket. They did this by themselves, by the way. This picture was not posed by Mom or Dad.

Party at the McAfee's

The McAfee's hosted a party tonight. There was great company, yummy food, and fun for all ages!
Tammy and Maddie
Grace and me, a self portrait of course
Gabriel and Sam played a quick game of basketball.
Frank, Alicia, Dan, Tammy
Grace put herself in Jake's exersaucer.
Gabriel and Sam played a game of chase.
Sam and Grace shared the drum sticks while preparing to play Rock Band.
Gabriel and Daddy played the guitar for a game of Rock Band.

Thanks, Daniel, Alicia, Sam, and Jake! We had a great time!