California is always a good idea!

Even the air is better in Cali...

Our vacation was almost a no-go, what with the wild fires blazing, but we crossed our fingers, and maybe even our toes, and luckily -especially for those living in the area- the fires were able to be controlled.  The smell of sea water and the fact that the sun was out and the windows could always be open made for a lovely time.  

We could have easily stayed another week if for no other reason then to soak up the sun, but we crammed a great deal of activities into our stay including: a double decker train ride, a trolley tour, the USS Midway Museum, Legoland, the train museum, Sea World, a world renown beach, and countless restaurants with food as fantastic as the view.

Did we really have to come home?

School's out for Summer!

Some how I blinked... and the semester was over.  W has grown socially and intellectually so much in such a short time.  In addition to becoming an avid painter, he has dabbled with building sand castles and bike riding.  He thoroughly enjoys any project equipped with glue and has mastered spelling and writing his name.  He is becoming an adventurer and while he still upholds the rules, is breaking out of his cautious shell.  His inquisitive nature has been nurtured and he is off on a quest to examine life.

I am so proud of him!  He bravely marched into that green group and stole everyone's hearts.  Everyday that sweet boy would give me a tight squeeze and wave goodbye before scampering off to take on the day.  He would be beaming as he rushed to show me what he accomplished when I came to pick him up. 

We were blessed to find a compassionate environment with such loving educators.  His last day consisted of a picnic for family to come and enjoy snacks, pizza, snow cones, tattoos, and a piñata. 

All of his teachers were so generous and thoughtful and sent W home with gifts and sweet cards, and one of his teachers even made a lovely scrap book so we can cherish all his fun times.  

And now... it's time to bring back summer!

Little Man is not the only one I am proud of this semester.  It was a lot of tough work and an adjustment to get back into the swing of education and using my brain for things other than toddler crafts, but I aced it! 

Somewhere between midterms and finals: a recap

There was a lot that happened from March till May besides exams that I missed because my camera was no where to be found... or perhaps because in most cases I could only be found behind a book.  Luckily there was still storage on my iPhone so there is proof that I was social on at least 3 occasions. 

Spring Break... Wahoo!

Welcome to the world, sweet baby Rosie!

1st Day of Spring: really funny Mother Nature

Mommy & Son Pasta Date

Yoo-hoo, off to the zoo!

Peter Cottontail, is that you?

Precious angels!

Ciocia Jenny keeps me lookin' fly!

Easter Fun

Bustin' out the bike

The Final Countdown

Road Trip: Cecelia is 3!

Beginning to feel like my only view...

Celebrate this Spring weather