Adventureland TIME!

A few weeks ago, Trey, Ty, and I all headed to Adventureland for the WHOLE day....

Jason stayed home with frozen peas and Tay hung out at Grandma Marcia's. Tay could have made it for a few hours, but the older two were bound and determined to get the most out of their one and only trip to the local amusement park this summer....

I had a blast, that's for sure! It was fun letting them lead me around the park, picking and choosing where they wanted to go. It was a totally carefree and pretty relaxing day. (The only thing that makes me a nervous wreck is my little TALL 4-year-old who seems to be able to ride all the big kid rides!!!!)

My Little Man....

Ready to get soaked...

Fun Times!

They love those slides...

Sending Dad a thumbs up...

Trey being a sport...even though he told me he was waaaay tooo big for this ride!

Ty rode every ride she could...

Darts time!!!

Winner!!!

Trey's turn....

Winner!!

Enjoying the Ferris wheel gondola...which was a discussion the whole time we rode in circles. "Gondola. That's a funny word. What's that mean, Mom? Who came up with that word?"

It's written all over this pic...not a stinkin' worry in the world!

Miss Ty LOVED this ride...but, I was one scared Momma!!! "Hold on TIGHT!!!"

Love this pic! I can only imagine what conversation is being had. Probably something along the lines of, "Hey! Let's ride this ride at least 50 times!"

Posing in front of another fave. We spent at least 30 straight minutes at this ride....

Trey ended his time on the Scrambler. Which just happened to be an old Ballwin Days fave from my younger years. Poor Ty had to ride with an adult, which means she only rode it once. "Ugh!!!"

\

Trey & Ty....

I had a blast with you two and am so glad we got to have a day of our own, doing what we wanted, when we wanted. Laughing till tears formed and skipping hand-in-hand around the park are memories I'll never, ever forget!!! Love you BUNCHES!!!

Another FIRST for Miss Tay....

and this little first has to do with visiting that guy that keeps up with all the ins and outs of those little white gems we love to show off each and every time we SMILE....

Yep...that's right!! Miss Tay recently made her first trip to the DENTIST!!!! And, she was a trooper through every second.

Jason took all three to the dentist at the same time (what an AMAZING Daddy) on the Friday before Spring Break. I had to work, so he was left to tackle everything on his own. (And, no....I really didn't schedule it that way on purpose. ha!)

In all seriousness...I love going to the dentist and I hope my kiddos always will as well. And, by looking at these pics, I'd say Tay is well on her way!!!

Relaxed with a tad bit of the "holding on for dear life" look...

Letting him work his magic....

Way to Go, Miss Tay!!! Your first official, in-the-dentist-chair, trip was a HUGE success! Keep on brushing those pearly whites and never, ever, be scared of going to the dentist! He's definitely a Good Guy! 

And, THANKS, Daddy, for getting them all there...you're the BEST!!! 

Love, Hugs, and Kisses!!! 

~Mommy

Easter on wheels....

The kiddos and I headed down to St. Louis for a little impromptu visit with my Grandma Jean (Dad's mom) who's facing a battle of her own. We were gone for about 39 hours, 12 of which were spent in the mini, cruising down the highway. Despite the short visit, we were able to get a lot of quality time in with everyone...and, as usual, it went by waaaay tooooo quickly. (pictures hopefully coming from Aunt Calie soon...I TOTALLY forgot  my camera!!! Can you believe it?!?!)

We made it home around noon on Easter Sunday....the kiddos hopped out of the car and headed straight for the Easter packages from all the out of town grandparents. Packages that had been sitting, waiting patiently to be opened by those little hands for at least two weeks. (I told you the trip wasn't planned...originally we weren't going to travel on Easter weekend.)

Finally!

Goody time!

I couldn't get this girl to look up...that cute bunny cup was just too exciting!

Excited about her ears...

A quick Easter ears pic!!! Can you believe we DID NOT get a picture with the Easter Bunny this year. The week got away from me and, with the last minute travel idea, I TOTALLY spaced it off!!! So, this little bunny ear pic will just have to do!!! 

After catching up on hugs and kisses with Daddy...we all headed over to Jason's parents to enjoy a little egg hunting and Easter dinner! 

I think it's safe to say that they had a ball....

First egg for Trey-Man!

Ty spotted hers...

Tay didn't let many eggs slip by...

Adding more to that basket....I can't believe how big she's getting. And, look...she has enough hair that it's blowing in the air...sorta!!! 

Trey's peace action!!

Getting a final count...

Making sure she didn't miss any...

The Big Cheese!

HAPPY EASTER!!!

Me and my Munchkins!!! 

The best family shot we were able to get!!!! 

What a beautiful day!!! How blessed we were to get the chance to see everyone on Easter weekend! It wasn't a big chunk of time, but at least it was some face time and hugs all around!!! Those moments are just a special as all the others....Love you ALL!!!!

Happy Easter From the Weites!!!!

She's a SPOON feedin' MACHINE....

Miss Tay has officially mastered a little spoon action JUST in time for her 18 month birthday!!!! She's lovin' just about anything that can be scooped...including, applesauce, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, jello, and pudding. Is it REALLY possible that my BABY is feeding herself with utensils!??! Ugh! She's growing up on me.....

 

 

 

 

Now, isn't that a look of complete satisfaction!?! All that hard work getting that bite into her mouth and it was all worth it!!! Way to go, Tay! (Pretty sure this was her 3rd little bowl of yogurt! Yum!)



 

 

Miss Taylen,

 

Not only are you loving the spoon, but you can't get enough of your shoes, socks, and anything MILK! You are, by far, the fastest chugger, and that's saying a lot considering the rate at which Trey Man used to guzzle that white stuff down. You are sleeping like a champ...usually to bed around 7 pm and up at 6:30ish. You still have that Binky in bed, but do a great job of throwing it back in bed when you get up and it pretty much stays there until it's time for bed again. I made the mistake of giving you a sippy cup a couple nights while you were in your crib and you've asked for milk every night since. (YES! I did it....I CAN'T believe it! Trey & Ty NEVER got milk in bed...EVER! But, somehow I caved and offered you the sippy in bed....Ugh! I'll be working hard to erase that whole idea from your wee little mind! I can hear the dentist letting me have it now!) You are BEYOND independent and just have to do EVERYTHING yourself. You are always brushing your teeth, washing your hands, feeding yourself, combing your hair, and taking off your diaper in your own cute, little way. You mimic like NO other and totally think your big bro and sis RULE! You love waving hello and good-bye to anyone and everyone. You LOVE playing "owshide" (outside) and seem to get into anything. You even ate a handful of dirt the other day while we were outside pulling weeds. Of course I told you, "Yucky!" But, I secretly think you wanted to eat more. You're getting good with your words and are having to use less signing. You know that a duck says "Quack", a cow says "Moo", and that a truck goes "Vrooom!" Bottom line, Miss Tay...you are rockin' the whole 18 month thing. We are proud of you and love you lots. You bring us so much joy and seriously keep us laughing each day. Oh, and by the way, your dance moves are beyond stellar!!!!

 

Happy 18 months, Peanut!!!

 

 

What a Ham for the Cam!

 

 

Love you BUNCHES!

 



 

 

 

Na Na Na Na......

Na Na Na Na.

Hey Hey Hey.

GOOD-BYE!

Trey-Man lost his second tooth...the bottom left one is FINALLY gone. After much wiggling, many yanks, and plenty of pulls (and even a permanent tooth making it's way in), the Tooth Fairy was able to leave a 2nd dollar bill under Trey's pillow....

What a proud, little, one-less tooth SMILE!

I hate to admit it, but the whole tooth-pulling thing is definitely something for Jason and Trey to enjoy together. This Momma is WAY TOO SQUEAMISH when it comes to loose teeth and all that yanking fun. They literally have to partake in all the action when I'm NO WHERE in site. There's just something about those hanging-by-a-thread and gum bleeding moments that TOTALLY give me the chills. I'm so glad Daddy has no problem grabbing the pliers and going to town.....

The above is what Jason left me on the counter after a successful tooth yanking moment, which Trey eventually stuck under his pillow. We are firm believers in the idea that the Tooth Fairy prefers a nice and tidy Zip-Lock packaged tooth waiting for her exchange....she's got that magic fairy strength and has no problem getting the bag home.

What a Gal!!!

Yay, Trey-Man, on another lost tooth and keep brushing those babies like CRAZY!!!

And, for the record...there's not another loose tooth in that mouth of yours, so I have no idea when you are actually going to lose those top two teeth...maybe at Christmas?!?!

Little Library Love....

After our awesome little trip to the Driver's License Bureau the kiddos and I hit the library as part of our Friday Fun adventure while Jason was at a two-day high school football camp with his East players. The kids have been talking about the library all summer and I finally took them there. Yes, you heard correctly, this is the FIRST time they've been to the library all summer. I'd be ashamed to admit that if we didn't already have soooo many books. Since I started teaching waaaay back in 2002, I've been collecting/buying books for my munchkins. But, looking through books from your own shelves isn't always as exciting as making a trip over to the local library and letting them each get their own library cards and books......

What a fun little trip and a great way to get our hands on some new titles....

Ty starting with a Dora book, OF COURSE! She LOVES Dora!!!

Tay-Tay getting her hands on a book about babies...her favorite!!!

Trey picking out some leveled readers on his current favorite topics....skateboarding, scary stories, and funny guys. Trey was great on this little visit because he already knew the important stuff about the library before we got there (his class had walked to library this past year in kindergarten). He told us he knew things like where the bathrooms were, how the books were organized, and the importance of whispering. He told Ty at least 100 times that he'd help her. All she had to do was tell him when she had to go potty or couldn't find a book. What a fabulous big brother!!!

So many to choose from...

Checking out their books with their own library cards. This was the most exciting part....by far!

They quickly opted for a seat outside of the library...Trey said it was the perfect place to read! Good choice, Buddy!!

My FAVORITE pic of the day....new books, great view, and ALL SMILES!

I think it goes without saying that we'll definitely be back to the library sooner than later!!! Happy reading, Munchkins!!! I love you!!!