Bring on the Sunshine

Last weekend, we broke out the pool and other water toys. It was near 90 degrees all weekend, so we really enjoyed our outdoor and water time! Macy absolutely loves the water and will splash, slide, and dip her face in without hesitation.

This was the first time that Braylon experienced wearing his suit without a swim diaper on and he complained that it felt funny, so he ditched the suit and preferred to swim naked :)

My mom and nephew were up for the weekend and Braylon was especially excited to have a big kid to play with. He and Devin played nicely with the soakers...most of the time!

While Devin and Macy were troopers for the group photo, Braylon was his usual ornery self and refused to sit still; rather, he practiced shooting bugs with the soaker!

Chillaxin'

This is how I found Macy taking a little break the other day! Too cute :)

More Spring Fun

We took the kids to the Topeka Zoo on Sunday. Unfortunately, many of the animals were still inside because their habitats were not Spring ready. We did get to see a few things, but most importantly we enjoyed one another and the warm weather. Plus, this was Macy's first time to really participate and view the animals. She chatted with the otters and waved at the birds in the Tropical Rainforest, while Braylon got an upclose look at a blue frog.

Spring!

We spent 90% of the day outdoors today enjoying this tremendous Spring weather! It is such a relief to have the sun out and the opportunity to spend a lot of time outside. We can't wait until we can hit the pool. Well, the kids can't wait! I may never be "swimsuit ready" again!!

Whirlwind

Between chasing two very mobile and energetic toddlers and dealing with the illnesses we've all had recently, it seems that I just have not had time to blog. Here's a quick peek at what we've been up to since Macy's first birthday.

We celebrated March Madness and St. Patrick's Day with a little Wildcat cheer and a trip to the parade. The Wildcat cheer didn't last long, but Macy sure did turn a few heads in her little getup!

Braylon loved the parade and these were some of his favorite gigs. He wasn't sure what the Free State Brewery float was all about, so I explained that those guys were "beer". He said, "That's funny! I like beer!" Oh boy!!


Macy sported a mowhawk all day one day. I can't wait until I can doll her up with barrettes and pony tails!!
Braylon and some of his pals enjoyed a birthday celebration at the local gymnastics academy. His favorites are the "giant, giant slide" and the foam pits.



While basking in the warm sun one evening, Braylon and Macyn enjoyed a little snack together. Of course Charlie was right in the middle of everything. It seems that Macy and Braylon are in a standoff. Look at that face!

We are looking forward to a sunny weekend and a few much needed outdoor excursions :)

Birthday Girl

It seems like only yesterday, we brought home our newborn baby girl. Well, back to reality and one year later, we welcome a whole new set of joys with our precious little girl. On Saturday, our families joined us as we celebrated Macyn's first birthday. She was unsure of the whole gift thing, but really enjoyed the tissue paper used to wrap the gifts!
Macy loved her cake and ate it right up. After a quick bath and some playtime, Macy enjoyed her favorite dish: spaghetti! Needless to say, she took a second bath before winding down for the night!
Happy Birthday Macyn! We love you!

Bilateral Myringotomy Tympanostomy

In other words... ear tubes! Macy had tubes put in a week ago and she definitely seems to be more comfortable. She's always been a happy girl, but the past week, she's been a different kind of happy. She's sleeping better and as I suspected would happen, is babbling up a storm :) This shot of Macy with a mowhawk really shows how much better she is feeling!