Seriously I love this couch because it fits us all - I love reading by the fire and now that Drew jumped 3 reading levels in one semester I love that ALL of us can read!!
This right here put me in a happy place!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9wzgU8zgsw&t=12s
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Thanks Mom!
I often use (need) the scheduled visit of my best of friends to inspire a good project - I like to say, nothing says fresh paint like visitors coming. I bit off more than I could chew with this one.... So I called in some reinforcements. My mom claims to not be a very good painter - but I disagree!! She was AMAZING! I was the messy one. I loved this project with her - loved the time, chatting
And the progress!! Wow!
Its still a basement - it looks better =)!
Thanks mom - reason 1 million why I love living near you!
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Cross Country Skiers and outdoor boys
Sunday morning was another BEAUTIFUL snow storm!
- we are stock piling it up for the Carson's visit next weekend -
I popped over to my folks to grab Drew and got to let the boys sled. This was my sledding hill growing up and it warms my heart to see them using it the same way - 
Nothing beats the cuteness of a bundled Drew Man
On Monday after school I asked if the boys wanted to try out the cross country skis - it was met with a resounding YEAH!! So we did and they were all awesome! I was in awe.....
Until poor Drew got passed by Nick - He wanted to be the leader and being the youngest - I would imagine he doesn't get that often and was crushed when Nick passes him (thus the screaming) poor little guy.
Not and easy sport - not a doubt these boys figured it out - laying down or not!
Saturday, February 11, 2017
Patty's memorial
There is no right or easy way to say good bye to your mother - I have watch Farrah through so many stages of her mother's fight against cancer. Being able to join them for the memorial was another window into their love for her and all that Patty's life was for. The church was beautiful, the friends and family that attended was truly a tribute - This was a quick photo I snapped as I wanted to capture it for Farrah and Ambra - the site, the snow, the preacher and them together -
Flowers that we got to lay and say a prayer.
after the service we all joined up at their cousin's restaurant in Clinton - Chris and I helped with the kiddos who were amazing
Brian had a very nice speech bringing us all together. Amazed by the beautiful photos, the slide show and treasure that Patty truly is.
The cake was made by a childhood friend of Farrah and Ambra's and while she couldn't be at the service, her gift of love was.
Meeting Farrah's family and friends was a deeper way of knowing more about Farrah and who she is - from her Dad to her grade school best friends.
The kids were great at the beginning - but when you have a stage..... They have to use it.
We drove home that snowy evening feeling a part of their lives and reflecting on the friends that are true treasures.
and headed to a 40th birthday party for Meg. Talk about switching gears.
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Best snow day ever!
We love a good snow day and what could possibly make it better??
Have your best friends drive up from VA to share it with you.
Farrah was supposed to drive up Thursday and head straight to Clinton MA to be with family and the final preparations for her mother's memorial. With a HUGE snow storm predicted for Thursday, they used our house as a place to get to and wait it out - we were beyond thankful.
THEY made it in record time. Getting here right before I had to leave and teach pump (thankfully Thursday morning would be cancelled!)
Snow fall predictions Wednesday night.
This is actually Wednesday night - Wish I had taken an outside photo as there wasn't a bit of snow on the ground and quite warm. Never would have thought!
The next morning - they honestly don't look must different do they??
Don't you want to cuddle with this one??
Lets sugar them up and get them outside - Donuts supplied by Goomba!
Pretty much as big as his head!
Getting every last bite - AND using a napkin - clearly not my kid!
Now to send them outside - that is A LOT of snow!
Impressive attempt at a snow angle.
Pauli was not impressed, but went outside anyway - good dog
Its gonna take some work to dig this one out.
Farrah intended to leave Thursday evening as they have hotel reservations and Brian was flying in from Florida too - she dug her car out and was prepared.
Of course we went sledding - cocktails and all!
WE let the kids stay in their PJS all day - so this was a different meal - same outfits!
Soup, straws and nachos
We even managed to get a little homework done
and have some quiet reading time.
The snow fall winner - Tate and Drew split it! 11 3/4"
This is exactly where we should stay - all evening - it was blustery out blowing the snow everywhere
We still don't own a snow plow as Chris is convinced the 3 boys are enough.... But todays snow fall was A LOT and since the ground was rather warm - it was almost letting under there - Love seeing Linus and Brandon both come by to help.
now THAT is a pile of snow clothes.
Final verification - we played a game of bingo and the loser had to run outside barefoot in the snow - guess who lost?!?! Farrah - needless to say, she had 5 volunteers to take her place =)! We took a video I thought, I just cant find it.... So just imagine them stripping down and running outside - brrrrrr....
Friday morning was bright and sunny and BEAUTIFUL post snowy day. The road were still questionable - but drivable...and we were able to send Farrah, Tate and Macy on their way. Brian miraculously got in last night and was there waiting for them.
Love how my house looks with a fresh coat of snow - knowing it kept us all cozy last night. (christmas lights still up, just not on!)
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
A Bonus Day with rain
We got all the way home on Monday, went to basketball practice that night - next morning we woke up to NO SCHOOL?!?! What?
CBS Sunday morning did a blurb on Cup stacking - so this is what I got. I will admit, Shane put it away very neatly when he was done.
It was really rainy and yucky - so we took Pauli for a bath.
Pretty sure SHE loved it! Smell like a petunia - if only we could get rid of the gas!
Friday, February 3, 2017
Super Bowl weekend - the tradition continues
Year #7 - Surely a tradition! We drove to VA in record time, not stopping once and the only traffic we saw was just a bit on 84 in CT - best trek yet - so meant to be - we arrived at their door 5 minutes after Farrah finish the breakfast casserole prep=)
With all Farrah's traveling to be with her mother - followed by Brians promotion to Colonel that Wednesday where Brian's family was all in town - I will be forever amazed that they all WANTED to host us. We were honored!
Love seeing these guys cuddled up and matching.
Saturday morning Farrah coordinated to have Nick and Shane play basketball with their clinic. Love that I snapped a quick photo as we sat on the side lines - we did EXACTLY this 5 years ago in CA with baby Drew on the side line. Well baby Drew is sitting next to me playing a game (forgot to snap a photo of that)
The boys joined us and now Farrah and I went to Ikea - now if that doesn't say what an amazing friend SHE is I don't know what will. We bought an office piece of furniture for Chris and some shelves for Shane. It was a fairly quick trip, but it was still Ikea. Next to link up with Megan as we found a place pretty close to 1/2 between Woodbridge and Richmond so Drew and Nolan could play a bit This bounce house was pretty awesome!
Completely wore them out -
while we got to actually chat
Looks like I have red lips in this photo right?? What I most certainly had was SOCKS! Ha, I bought them on the owners requirement - I have to admit - as silly as it sounds, it was a God thing - Bought the socks, he was happy with my compliance, offered me a free jump pass as I was leaving yet since I didn't live here, I passed it along to another sweet patron - just a simple way to make the world a better place, one pair of socks and jump pass at a time.
Thats what happens when I surround myself with great ladies like this. Honestly.
Since the guys were still prepping dinner - we opted to eat pie first! A cool twist on a new game =)!
Score!
Yum!
Sunday morning we headed to Church in our Jersey's - One more reason to love their Church! 8 folks deep in Patriots gear was going to get a comment or 2 - Drew was wearing his Peyton Manning Jersey circa Tate 2010!
Of course we need to pop into a winery - the place was perfect, such a cool vibe inside (although we insisted in picnicking outside)
Plenty of room for the kiddos to run - and roll
We came home to a little nap and prep time.
Our team
Cannot thank you enough for being the kind of friend that wants us all in your house. Thankful to be here with you
Sadly I didn't take another photo as the Wisneski's and the Roberts came too - we loved being with them and catching up - until they started cheering for the Falcons.... Than we had to ask them to leave.
To which ensued the breaking of the crockpot - Ha - just kidding, it was a kiddo and cord mishap - the loss of the dip was more depressing than the loss of the crockpot. However our waistlines were thankful.
Than we get into the final quarter of the game - and it was a sight to see!
Apparently we were exhausted by the time the excitement was over - Kinda love photos like this. Not only to the boys expect this, but they capture it - time and time again.
Brisk Monday mooning as we packed up to head back home. Tate and Macy went into school late so they could enjoy just a little more friend time.
I will never forget pulling away that morning - Farrah hosted a beautiful friend filled weekend and now we were headed out and Brian was prepping to leave that evening for training in Florida. I hated knowing Farrah would be alone for a few days til her trek north for her mother's memorial. She is one very strong woman.
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