Canada Courtesy of Granny & Gramps!

Everyday when I check the mail Luke asks if there is anything for him. Most days I hand him an advertisement or magazine that I don't want - it really doesn't matter what - he's just thrilled to get something!

Every once a while, on a special day, something in the mail will actually be for Luke. Today was one of those days!

There it was...a big, white, priority mail envelope with the letter L-U-K-E on it. Luke knew immediately it was for him!

He tore open the envelope and inside was a shirt from Granny and Gramps' trip to Canada. We immediately put on the shirt with the "big red leaf" on it.

We also got to see a map of North America showing where Canada is located and a post card with some beautiful pictures of the mountains and countryside. They are both stuck on our fridge with the Canada magnet that came along with them.

Thanks Granny and Gramps!

Going to the mailbox tomorrow is going to be such a let down! I'm going to have to manage some expectations ahead of time. ;)

Surprise! Baby in a Cabinet!

Ever since the boys could crawl, they have been fascinated with the cabinets in our kitchen. Despite our attempts to keep them out, they always manage to finagle the child proof latches and locks...I guess I have a couple of little Houdini's.

The old saying goes, "If you can't beat them, join them", so I gave in. There is a small cabinet in our kitchen that is just perfect for the boys. They keep their kitchen toys, pots and pans, play food, etc. in here.

When Luke was a baby, he would crawl in there, manage to turn himself around, and then get stuck! It was hilarious! Now, Noah has discovered the cabinet and is doing the same thing...except he's small enough that he doesn't get stuck.

They both think it's hysterical to crawl in, close the door and then pop out! Surprise!!

Mmmm...Chocolate Pudding!

There just aren't too many things better than homemade chocolate pudding! At least that's what Noah thinks.

I couldn't help but snap a picture of him last night after finishing his dessert.

Needless-to-say, we went straight to the tubby to wash off. He's such a little stinker, but so full of joy. We are so blessed that he is our baby boy.

Day After Valentine's Fun

Yes, I know Valentine's Day was yesterday...but today is President's Day holiday and I'm home with the boys. We've made lemon jello, chocolate pudding and our crowing achievement are these cute little pink Rice Krispie treat hearts.

Luke did NOT want to take a picture, but I managed to coerce him in to it somehow. He's actually a little whiny today, but you'd never know it by the cute picture and all the fun stuff we're doing.

Sometimes I'm determined to make happy memories, even when the kids don't cooperate! LOL! One day he'll look back and thank me, right? ;)

Valentine's Day 2010

My sweet boys surprised me with flowers this morning. They were beautiful. Lots of red and white roses, carnations and daisies. Luke was so proud as he came to me with his hands hidden behind his back and popped them out in front with a big, "Happy Valentine's Day Mommy!"

He also went to the candy store yesterday with Ms. Sherry where he picked a special piece of candy for each of us. I got a big peanut butter cup wrapped in a pretty red Valentine's bag. He can be so thoughtful sometimes!!

I'm such a blessed woman. I will never fully understand how I got so lucky that God hand-picked each of these boys to be mine.

Snow Day!!

Who would have thought we'd get SO MUCH SNOW today!!!

We woke up to a beautiful blanket of snow on the ground and it hasn't stopped snowing yet. Leo couldn't wait for Luke to wake up on his own, so he went in around 7:00 and woke him up. They went outside in their jammies to look at all the snow.

After getting dressed the boys went back outside to throw a few snow balls at each other before Leo had to go to work.

I decided I didn't want to take Luke to school, so he stayed home with our retired neighbors and played in the snow. Luke built a snow man as tall as him, made a snow angel and had a snowball fight with Mr. Don.

We're waiting for daddy to get home now so we can play some more.

What a FUN day!!!

Luke Earns His Orange Belt!!!

I was so proud of Luke yesterday when he earned his Orange belt in Taekwondo!! He has been working so hard over the past four sessions to earn it! This class has done wonders to teach him discipline and respect. He loves the class and I'm excited to see him continue!