Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Mimi's Quick Visit

After a long travel day, Mimi finally got here! We thought that she wasn't going to get to come out this winter, but with Justin's last minute trip, she took advantage…and we were so happy to have her! She arrived with Ninja Turtles in hand and Macklin was excited for every minute with her from that point on! 

Sunday was filled with a morning at church, followed by lunch at Northside Cafe where Macklin decided he needed a nap. That left time for Mimi and I to have a couple hours of chat time. Then we ran a few errands and headed up to the mountain for a little skiing and Beaver Creek cookies! 

Macklin was a bit slow to get moving, but he finished on a great note! He was making "pizzas" and stopping on his own. Mimi even got stuck on the gondola with a perfect view of Macklin skiing down below her! I hope he is ready for Papa's visit later in the week. Any time on the mountain always includes a little snow play! 


 Mimi and Macklin with their Starbucks (first time for Macklin to get a Vanilla Steamer..he loved it!) 

Monday was filled with  more adventures. After a lazy morning, we headed to Glenwood for lunch at the Pullman (which was super yummy) and some errands. Then we ventured out to 4 Mile Recreation area near Sunlight Ski Resort. It was a beautiful drive and Macklin got a nap while we traveled. After testing my car through some thick snow, we parked and ventured around on our snowshoes (and without that caused us to sink!). It was a fun day! 








Mom - Thanks so much for making time to come visit! I cherish every moment with you! 

Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Surprising Grandpa!

Hopefully you were fooled by my post, Grandpa! I said that "I wish we could be with you." …. SURPRISE! Justin and Macy were!!!! Mema helped plan a surprise visit from two of Grandpa's favorite people for his birthday! What fun! Justin was so excited to go see his dad and Macy was a bonus since she still flies free. They enjoyed time with the Brandts and Schlottachs while in town - playing at the house and the winery. Thanks so much to Mema for providing this opportunity. I know Macy and Justin cherish the time with you two! 

Travel Pictures
Macy had a blast traveling. She thought the flight from Eagle to Denver was a fun ride instead of the "worst flight I've ever been on" as quoted by Justin. They were blessed with an open seat next to her in (I think) every leg. Justin said she even slept the whole way from St. Louis to Denver on the way home. Macy also got to visit her Grandma and Papa during transitions to and from Grandpa's house. 




Sunday, February 16, 2014

Puddle Jumping in February

With the warm weather, the 25 inches of snow around here is quickly leaving. Mack and Macy are glad that it lingers a bit in the form of puddles before totally disappearing! 





 

 


Seriously, Macklin? So silly! 

Saturday, February 15, 2014

Happy 65th Grandpa!


HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GRANDPA
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GRANDPA
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GRANDPA
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!!!

Wish we could see you on your birthday! We hope it is a super special day! 


Valentine Recap

Valentine's Day started early with a little play date party earlier in the week. My friend Shannon is always up to something fun for the kids, like this Fruit Loop threading that created a heart! 

The fun continued with a special package from Grandpa and Mema with lots of goodies!

The morning of the 14th started with pink heart-shaped pancakes and strawberry milk! We were blessed with valentines from grandparents and friends (and MOPS) to make our table beautiful! 
 

This is what happens when Macy sticks chocolates and candy hearts down her PJs and runs around for a bit. Silly mommy for thinking it was cute while she was doing it (and not taking them out!). 

We had a blast at our Valentine's Day date night! One friend bought a group night at auction item at the Young Life banquet last fall. Seven couples were able to get together at The Metropolitian in Beaver Creek. These are some sweet friends from the Wolcott-Avon area that we know through Young Life and such. It is crazy that all of us could get together on one night while leaving 14 babies at their respective homes! We just sat for three and a half hours just chatting. It was so enjoyable. We planned to go skin up the mountain afterwards, but we talked too long! 


February Weekly Happenings

New Hair Cut for Mack

Birthday Party with Buddies 
 

Fun Story Times

Dodgeball Tournament
Justin's team (pictured here) prevailed as champions after one of their two girls on the team won the 1-on-1 battle at the end of the game! It was fun to watch! My staff team was 1 for 2. 

Bath Times

Trips to PetCo

Campaigners
After taking our first semester off in the last six years, we are back to Sunday night co-ed Campaigners at our house! I missed it! 

Game Nights with Friends

 Senior Basketball and Dance Night

My Babies in the Paper! 

Hanging Out with Baxter