Spring Break

My spring break was 2 weeks ago and it was filled with getting up at 4am every day, helping get the kids ready for school, and working on my dissertation until 3ishpm. And, I made some great progress! The next week was the kiddos spring break. And I did not get up at 4am or get much done on my dissertation. But we had some fun!

The little JT loves his fire truck shirt. He was writing Granddad a letter and wanted to send it in the mail. Be prepared for a cute letter, Granddad!

Bella and I spent a full day with just eachother. And thankfully the weather was beautiful. We headed outside with my grandmother's quilt, some snacks, and our books. It was such a joy to read with her and talk about her books. Then we played lots and lots of tag!

Bella and I also made a boat on her bed, decorated her room with homemade moons, stars, and trees, and flew on a pirate ship. This age is so much fun!

Our sweet Bella is getting so grown up! It's a joy to watch her come into her own personality.

The big event of spring break was getting a swing set. I found a steal of a deal on Craigslist and purchased this incredibleness that day, with the help of my sister. It has already paid for itself since the kids love it for hours at a time.

JT grabbed these cars/trucks and went to the door. When I asked him where he was going, he said "I go to Neena and Granddad's house". He wanted to show them his cars and stayed at the door for a while. Poor little guy couldn't understand why he couldn't just go over to their house. So, this is my public service announcement for my parents to move closer. Did that make your break swoon with the story, Neena and Granddad? =)

We also enjoyed some great snuggle time and movies on the couch.

And food. Mike made some chocolate pancakes one morning and you can tell Jonathan approved.

Awww, spring break! Spring is here and we are ready! (Don't mind the no makeup-I didn't even do my hair that day-look. It was spring break and I was busy swinging and cuddling!)