Mother's Day 2012

Mother's day weekend started at the lake!

We decided to drive up and surprise my Mom this year for Mother's day.  I even convinced my brothers to make the drive, so Mom would have all her kids Mother's day weekend.

She was so happy.

It's so nice when you can bring some joy to your Mom.  

Maddie couldn't wait. 

She had to get in the Tuba.

She is a water baby.

Opa let her drive the boat.

She thought that was very cool.

Daddy gave lots of rides on the JetSki.

But Maddie thought Daddy went too fast

So she opted for a slower ride...

Henry tested the new dog ramp.

He loved the lake.

Madeline had her fill of fun..

So we headed back to Mom's for some sleep.

I didn't think of taking a photo of us until 11 at night.

We are both completely wiped out in this photo.

(I showed up to surprise Mom in the shirt above.  I found it at Old Navy.  It says "I *heart* Mom"  She loved it.)

Sunday Morning we had a champagne breakfast complete with gifts. 

Three Generations

Here is my new handbag.

Let me bring it in closer for you.

Eat your heart out Kate Spade.

;)

Jackie made me a wallet to go in it.

And both of them were interviewed by their teachers about Me, their answers are hilarious.

Mom also interviewed the two of them, and framed their answers for me.

So nice!

Since it was Mother's day, the kitchen was closed.

MMMMmmmm  Pizza.

Ollalieberry Pie.

Tart but delish!

A Quick Hi to Gram.

And two kids ready for Night Night.

I feel like this weekend had 100 hours packed into 48.

I'm exhausted.

But so Thankful for all that I have.

Happy Mother's day to all my favorite Mom's out there....You know who you are!

Hope you had a fabulous weekend!

10 on 10: May 2012

10 on 10.

10 pictures on the 10th day of the month!

{Document a snapshot of your life & find beauty among the ordinary things in your day!}

Lately I have been very good about making everyone's bed in the morning.

(I probably should let them do it themselves, but they don't quite have the hang of it...so they help...but I finish...)

It's so nice to come home to all the beds made.

Here is Maddie's. She helps me line up all of her "friends" once her bed is made.

I have gained 9 lbs since Ben and Brittany's wedding....

So I've been packin it everyday for Lunch....

Not only is it better on my figure...it's better for my wallets figure...

However....

I'm a very weak woman..

(In my defense...pork rinds are carb free!)

This is my dirty work lap top....the time in the corner say's 4:34pm.

I was at my first stop today at 7:08.  That time stamps means Mama is exhausted, Brit saved the day and picked up the kids...and overtime was made.

I came home to a surprise in the mail!

A *little* Love note from Gram for Mother's day.

Love. That. Lady.

(Isn't it fun to receive a letter in the mail.  I still get so excited...and if it's from Gram...I still shake it for the dollar to fall out.... and it always does   :)  ....)

Quick and easy dinner.

Stuffed Baked Mushroom caps.

Yum.

Bathtime!

Who doesn't love a shampoo mohawk?

Henry was not amused...

Before bed...a book...or two...

Since Daddy wasn't home, we had to agree on the story, and snuggle together in Madeline's rocking chair.

Kids are down. Dishes are done...and here I am. 

 Just like I am every night....hoping my friends find the energy to blog so I can keep up with their every move...

Even if they're 10 miles away, 60 miles away, 750 miles away, or 2000 miles away.

I still feel connected if I check my dashboard, and there. you. are.

Happy 10 on 10!!!

How was YOURS???

Weekend in Pictures

Lately I've been cooking... A. LOT.

So Friday night was homemade meatball night.

Wanna know what goes good with Meatballs?


Ketchup.

Henry aka Meatball thief.
(He enjoys Heinz on his)


Saturday was all things Mom.

Mom-O de Mayo if you will.
Momare loves her some Margaritas on the rocks.

I made her a german chocolate cake for dessert.
(her fav-I'll take my daughter of the year trophy now)

Ben not to be out done...and since he works for Safeway....

Sunday Morning this was dropped off for My Mothers enjoyment.

Mom and I went early to The Alameda Antique fair...no photos to share...we were in and out in no time...no great finds this month...maybe June will be more successful- that place really is the more the merrier....

Daddy had to work all day Sunday
So upon my return from the fair, it was Just Mom.

We enjoyed the weather.
It was SO beautiful today.

Nothing like biking in Glittery slides....

Mr. T. C.

Game time....

Cupcake Bandit

And finally some down time with Daddy.

Hope you enjoyed your weekend!

Flashback Friday!

Today is my Mother's Birthday.

You can read about how much I love her HERE.

And how much she loves ME here.

You get the idea.....

There's a lot of love there.

This is my all time fav pic of my Mom. 

(So I'm using it again this year....because it's that awesome.)

Thank you for all you do Mom!  You are the best!

Happy Birthday to you!!!

I love you!