They love each other

I know I've said it before but it is so fun to watch these two become best buds.  She watches every little move he makes and he pretty much adores her too.  Just wanted to document some of the fun they've been having. 

And just because she's turning into such a big girl...

Nothing better

There was nothing better than a trip from DeeDee to cure some winter blues brought on by the freezing temperatures that returned this week.  We loved every second of her visit and packed it full with: a whole lot of playing, mostly with Chuggington trains and Lightning McQueen cars, a little eating out and some shopping too.  I like to pretend we get to do everyday stuff like that all of the time and not that there's a 2.5 hour flight between us when she's here.  Thanks for coming up to frigid Michigan, Mom!  We love you bunches.  

Three cheers for Daddy and sunshine!

We couldn't be happier at our house today because Michael finished nights and we have him home with us the WHOLE weekend!   I don't know how he works the long, hard hours he does without complaining but I am so proud of him and HAPPY to have him home.  We have also been soaking up sunshine and warmer temps this week.  The snow is basically gone and we have enjoyed playing outside almost every afternoon which has made this week fly by, so have a happy weekend again.

grateful

I have come to appreciate the seasons quite a bit more living up here in the tundra and to say I'm excited about spring being right around the corner would be quite an understatement.  I've been noticing tiny buds forming on the bushes and trees and I think it's been God's little reminder to hang in there through this last bit of winter.  

In the spirit of being honest, it takes some effort on my part to have this attitude on the tail end of a very long winter, but thank the Lord not only for new life and beauty, but eyes to see it each day.

Thank you Lord for eyes to see my babies each day too.  They are changing faster than I would like to admit and lately my prayer is that I would savor these sweet days at home with them despite how trying they can be.  I love these munchkins so much I think my heart could burst sometimes.  

Have a happy weekend!  :)

Sisters are the best

I just have to say, I think I have the best sisters in the world.   Really.  :)  With Michael's crazy schedule lately it has been such a gift to have both Val and Lisa come see us in the middle of crazy Michigan winter.  

Lisa came last week and we had a blast having her here.  She came with me to MOPs which was so fun for me and then on Thursday evening we had a Stella & Dot Jewelry party with a bunch of my friends which was also great!  I loved getting to introduce her to so many of my friends here.     

Over the weekend we went to see the butterflies at Meijer gardens. A little taste of Spring eventhough the snow is still lingering outside.

The rest of our time was spent just hanging out, playing, and doing a little shopping.  It was just great to have her here.   I am so grateful for family that travels all the way up here to see us so often.  The best! 

Making strides

Langley Grace hit the 6 month mark a couple of weeks ago and right on schedule she started doing new things all over the place. She's not really on the move but she can definitely get where she wants to go by rolling.  And most of the time the place she wants to go is wherever Luke is.  It makes my heart so happy to see their sweet little relationship growing.  Oh and as of this weekend she's a sitter.  She can sit unassisted for quite a long while.  So proud of our big girl.  

Speaking of big girl,  we had her 6 month check up last week and she was 16lbs. 14oz. (75th percentile) and 27 1/2 in. long which is over the 95th percentile!  At this rate she is going to be a TALL girl!  Anyways, here are some pics....

With her best bud. :)

Luke started going to preschool on Friday's this semester which has proved to be a wonderful thing all the way around.  He absolutely LOVES going and I love having time to spend alone with Langley and if I'm honest, running errands while only having to lug one kiddo in and out of the car isn't so bad either.  Anyways, it was pajama day on Friday and Luke was very excited about getting to wear his Buzz jammies.  He is looking so old to me lately.

Aunt Val came to town

Aunt Val came to see us last week to help distract us from this LONG winter and Michael's crazy schedule.  We couldn't have been more grateful for her making the trip up here and although we didn't get out and about in the snow too much we had a ball just having her here.   A few highlights:  

We made some cute Valentines cookies on Monday

the finished product

snuggles

 Aunt Val being the good sport she always is jumping in the bounce house.

 She helped me start Langley on some solid foods.  

 Playing army men 

 And we watched alot of Pixar.  :)  Cars and Toy Story 3 were on the docket because Val had never seen them. 

And Val and I got to have a girls night out and went to see the Princess Diana Exhibit that has been in Grand Rapids for a couple of months which was great! Sadly I didn't get any pictures that night.   Thanks for coming Val.  We love you bunches.