Day 84 & 85

Monday:
Given the hectic events of last weekend, we used this day as of a day of rest. It was no help that the night before the baby was up twice and then last night the smoke detector went off in the girls room at 2am. I was NOT a happy camper. So Monday, we were dragging. I tried to make us a pick-me-up smoothie in hopes to have a bit more energy but sometimes your body just needs rest. Speaking of smoothies, Matthew recently purchased a Vitamix and I have to say - it. is. awesome. Even Bryce and Skylar have enjoyed some "hulk juice" here and there.

This bad boy was loaded up with yummy goodness. It had a banana, blueberries, peach, 2c spinach, coconut water, protein powder and ice. The kids looooooved it! I'll do anything to sneak in those veggies. But even after this yummo drink, I was still pretty tired and the kids were also so off to nap WE went. I emphasize "we" because I normally use this time to catch up on things around the house but not today. Today, I decided to join them and even though it was only 45 minutes for me - it felt like heaven. Especially since I got to do this...

I'll take any opportunity I can to cuddle with her because she is growing SO fast. I had to readjust the straps on her carseat, take out the infant pillows in her swing, and raise her excersaucer level up one. She's growing. And not only is she growing in length but she's trying out new things like this....

...which just breaks my heart. Don't get me wrong, I love to see that she's advancing developmentally but my gosh - why so fast?!!! So even though things may go undone around my home, I'm reminded of how quickly it all goes and to hold her a little longer, sing to her a while more, and just enjoy each moment of her sweet innocence because it is all but fleeting. Monday was a lazy but GOOD day.

Tuesday:
Back to the grind. Today the kids went back to school and we are still dragging - what is the deal?! I was running late today and Skylar received a tardy. So sad, mama. I just can't seem to get it together but must! Eva-love and I dropped off the kiddos and would normally go for a run before restore but instead, we sat outside of the church nursing and snuggling. Much better choice if you ask me. Restore was brutal but that's what I pay for, right? After we were done it was off to run some errands and buy some spring clothes for my growing weeds. Because man, they are ALL growing. Skylar has been eating like a horse (something she NEVER does) and sleeping late and Bryce..well he always eats so no difference there. But I'm certain Skylar sprouted because the pants I just bought last month are now too short and when she comes to hug me she's right below my hips - waaaaaah. Bryce also seems a bit taller but poor dude, every time it seems like he may of gotten taller - Skylar shoots up again so it makes his growth go unnoticed. Sibling rivalry on a subconscious level? So because of all of this growth (maybe we'll cut back on those shakes), I had to go get them stocked up for spring. Baby girl did great and chatted with me the entire time. We even purchased a few matchy-matchy stuff for her and big sis! Gotta do it while I can. After our shopping excursion was done, it was home for a quick shower, snack (for her), and off to get the kiddos. Tonight we surprised them with family date night at Shoguns. This was their first time having hibachi and they LOVED it. Bryce kept saying "pire! pire daddy! pire!" I love our family date nights!

Bryce cracks me up! Now it's off to bed because tomorrow we have LOTS to do to get ready for our Aunt Biggon Easter trip. It's tradition. Adios.