After Arby's

As most of you might already know the other night I watched Adri's girls while she worked a Wake (viewing). We ate at Arby's with Brett and my parents and then Brett went to play softball and I decided to take the girls over to the park and let them play for a bit. It was a little chilly so we didn't stay long but I managed to snap a few pictures while we were there. It's funny.... lately it seems like I am always reaching for my camera in my purse and thinking about how I should post this on my blog!

Mikayla always has such a fun time hanging out with Evie and Lydie and misses them so much when she goes to her daddy's.  We enjoyed having them over the other night and can't wait to spend time with them again.  Which I'm sure will be sometime tomorrow.

Ayana and Mikayla

A couple of weeks ago when Lulu was in town we decided to take the girls to Old Navy for their spring sale. The girls picked out the same summer dress and then had to pose like models in them. Since these two where babies they have been so close to each other. Heather and I often tease that they have this love-hate relationship, because often times they will be arguing and then a second later they are best friends again. All in all they really do share a special bond and are very grateful to have each other to play with on an almost daily basis. We love you Yawnzee!

It's Burts Birthday!

Happy Birthday Brett! I hope you have a wonderful day and that all your birthday wishes come true. You deserve it! You do an awesome job of taking care of your family. I think all of your hard work and dedication may warrant some birthday cupcakes! Doesn't that sound yummy!

Happy Birthday Mom!

Happy Birthday Mom! We are thinking about you today and want you to know how much we love you. I know you don't like being reminded of your age but Mikayla and I had to post something for your birthday. Besides you look amazing! And it's not just me that thinks so, you know as well as I do how many times in public we are mistaken for sisters instead of mother and daughter.

You are the glue that holds our family together, we are close because of you. For as long as I can remember you have always said that family is everything. When I was a teenager I didn't really understand what this meant but now that I am an adult (with a few exceptions of not really acting like one) it's clear to me. You work hard at any family gathering to make sure we all build lasting memories. Some of my favorite times are vacationing and cooking in the kitchen with you. Holidays usually mean you and I are in the kitchen for hours and although it's exhausting at times I really look forward to spending that time with you. I love you!