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We celebrated by marching in a Puerto Rican Festival parade (Nat was a champ at candy distribution) and biking to an iconic Italian restaurant in Springfield.  We usually do something for our anniversary rather than exchange gifts but broke the … Continue reading →

Elliott calls, “I went pee and poo!” The baby-sitter is here, but I’m closer to him, so I say “I got him” Elliott, “I knew you would come Mom.” Me: “You know me so well” Elliott: “I know you weller … Continue reading →

We had a wonderful trip to WI too! Green Bay to see G and G and Becky and fam!  And Sun Prairie to meet my new nephew Xander – and see his parents parenting like champs! My parents bravely watched … Continue reading →

It’s not too easy living with a 6.5 year old at times either – but I know I will miss this one day! 1. Constantly whispering in my ear to make sure that I know that something Elliott is saying … Continue reading →

It’s very interesting to share your life with a four year old. Some things from the past couple days: 1. Getting in the car after going out to eat (with half of his chicken nuggets not eaten bc he swore … Continue reading →

“I love you from the deepest part of the underground to the highest point of the highest heavens in the entire world” Right back atcha bud! (I hope I am always that lucky!!!)

We ticked off three things on our Chicago to do list on Friday.  1. Polar bear at the zoo. (We even saw him eat hard boiled eggs!) We saw some other great animals too. We had a lot of luck. … Continue reading →

At Alex and jira’s suggestion, we headed to the bubble fountain at navy pier. The grown ups liked it as much as the kids.  We needed a rinse-off in the awesome new water fountain. Elliott kept teasing me – coming … Continue reading →

In May we stopped by Dartmouth in NH on our way to Storyland in the White Mountains. I have no idea if this is a famous building but it was closest to where we parked on the green.  In April … Continue reading →

Enjoying homemade popsicles. This one was hot chocolate with marshmallows, recipe courtesy of Highlights. Take a peak at Elliott’s shirt – you’ll see why we are outside!