Dentist

Owen and Kennedy had their first dentist appointment today. I have been extremely nervous about it for a few weeks wondering how they would do. I went to the dentist yesterday and came home with a toothbrush, floss and toothpaste. They thought it was pretty cool so I told them if they did really well at the dentist they would get goodies too. They hygienist was awesome and let them pick their own toothpaste and feel the different instruments before putting them in their mouths. They both did AWESOME!!!









They left with a bag full of goodies. I had no idea they would be so excited about a toothbrush!

Dance Class & Aunt Sonya

I signed Owen and Kennedy up for a Mommy and Me dance class. We had our first class two weeks ago. After the first class it was very apparent that I was clearly not thinking straight when I thought I could handle both my kids by myself when all the other kids were one on one with one parent. Between time outs, bathroom breaks and me running around the room we did a few dance moves. I got smart and asked Aunt Sonya to come with us for week 2....it was much smoother but still not easy. I have not decided if we will go back for week three or not.

Before the first dance class

Kennedy listening well :)

Week 2

the 5 seconds Owen decided to listen

hoping with aunt Sonya

Kennedy loved dancing with Aunt Sonya


Aunt Sonya reading a bed time story. We don't get to see her often and this was the first time we saw her with a baby belly. Owen and Kennedy LOVED touching her belly and knowing a little girl cousin was there! We had so much fun with Aunt Sonya and even helped throw her a baby shower....pictures to come soon (hopefully!)

The kids had fun coloring Easter eggs. It is so much fun to experience their excitement in the simplest things...these are things that make being a parent that much more enjoyable and help you get through the bad moments;)

putting stickers on their eggs



Owen loves eating his colored eggs. Kennedy does not one to eat one because they are to pretty.

Not much to report

Not much going on other than the typical, everyday business. This past weekend the kids stayed had a grandparents weekend. Jeremiah headed to Chicago to visit with my brothers and I headed out of town for a girls weekend. It was a much needed get away for both of us. On Monday both Jeremiah and I took work off so we could spend some time as a family. We went to Crazy Bounce in the morning and we let the kids choose where they wanted to go for lunch.....guess where they picked? That's right....their favorite, Wild Chef! Seriously, I think they know us there very well by now;)

We baked cupcakes to celebrate Sandy's birthday and the kids thought it was fabulous:) We saved some cupcakes and celebrated that Jeremiah was accepted into the the program at work that he had applied for so he will be on 1st for 6 months (Yes!!!).
Here are some random photos from the past few weeks:


Kennedy loves puzzles and was so proud she did this by herself after I did the outside:)


Deep conversations while lounging


Kennedy loves to put my make up on....she says she is buuuutiful

Owen looks good without make-up;)


I bought a new furnace filter the other day and Owen seriously looked at it and asked questions about it for the entire drive home and for another 30 minutes after we got home. He needs and wants to understand EVERYTHING! I pretty much grossed out just thinking about! unfortunately, I have the entire package memorized so I lay in bed thinking about dust mites, mold spores and household dust!



Kennedy wanted her picture taken in her "favorite" Pajamas (for today at least).


Proud parenting moment:)

February Fun

Well, I can't believe it is March already! Where has the time gone? Things have been busy around here, as per usual. My co-worker Keely, had her baby a week ago so I am working more hours and am super busy at work. It is definitely crazy but work is challenging and fun for the most part so that is good. I feel like my time is spread so thin right now so we are striving to find a good balance. I don't work Friday days so that has been my day for fun (and housework) with the kids. Lately we have just started having "rest time" instead of nap time. Owen and Kennedy need to spend one hour resting in their room. About 5 days out of 7 they do nap for a bit but they also like to play. The other week when Kennedy woke up I went in her room to get her and I found this.

She not only made herself a bed in her closet with every blanket and stuffed animal she has; she also changed her clothes.

complete with stripped socks that match the new pants she found and she climbed the shelves in her closet to get her polka dot shoes. When it is rest time I try not to go into their rooms if they are fairly quiet. I honestly had no idea until after rest time what she was doing, I just kept hearing her giggle. When I opened the door she said "look mom, I made a snow pile to jump in" ha!

We took the kids to a C-R-A-Z-Y place full of inflatable slides and obstacle courses. We all had a BLAST. It was non stop going for a full hour. Owen has NO FEAR, the higher the slide the more fun. Family picture at the top of the big alligator slide.


Owen and mom climbing up the big alligator slide

Kennedy climbing the slide

Family picture at the top of the slide

We ALL had a great time and we will be sure to return soon. Three is definitely a fun age because they like to joke, play and they say funny things all the time. Seriously, I crack up almost everyday! However, it is a VERY trying time as well. Owen and Kennedy are both very shy with adults. Owen tends to lash out and yell or kick or hit when he gets embarrassed or is very shy. We are trying to teach him other ways to act in those situations but it is hard....if anyone has any suggestions please share!!!


Here is to the greatest dad! With me working more, he is definitely picking up the slack and being very supportive...thanks babe:)

The Big Reveal

First, I need to apologize for my horrible voice and my inability to speak! Prior to recording this video we were talking about the baby in Aunt Sonya's belly. Kennedy wanted a girl baby to play princesses with and Owen wanted an Elmo baby;) Once we started recording they didn't say a whole lot....so sorry about all the talking on my part. We are VERY excited to have a little baby in the family it will be the first cousin for Owen and Kennedy and I get to be an aunt for the first time! So exciting:)

Bowling, Breakfast and Driving

Jeremiah and I both had the week off between Christmas and New Years. We tried to pack in a few fun things. We decided to take the kids bowling for the first time. It was so fun. Although they were more interested in getting popcorn from the concession stand and playing on the chairs we had a good time. Owen bowling for the first time.

Kennedy bowling for the first time

watching her ball

One morning when I came out of the bathroom I discovered Owen standing on the counter. When I asked what he was doing he told me he was hungry and he was getting breakfast



Smart kid....he knew what he wanted too......daddy's chocolate he got from Santa.

Driving with daddy one morning in the snow. They thought they were pretty big stuff driving up and down the driveway! It was so funny when I opened the front window to wave they were just shrieking with delight.

3 Year Pictures