Post Vacay Weekend

We managed to get outside this weekend, but we were not in bathing suits or anything close. 

The kids got kites in their Easter baskets, so we walked to high school field to try them out. The strong winds made the task very easy. 

Sunday was much warmer here. We drew with sidewalk chalk, used the swings and played in the fort. A much better weather day in my opinion.

Kyle wrapped up gymnastics class this week. I snuck in to take his photo. He was having a blast.

Florida Sun

I'm not gonna lie, planning/executing Disney was a bit stressful. Spending a week on the beach; not so much. We had amazing weather, cooperative kids and no schedule to keep. We saw dolphins, starfish, lizards, a bald eagle, a snake and a sea horse. Other than the numerous trips to the bathroom a 3 and 5-year old make, it couldn't have been smoother. Here are some highlights.

Our first evening here, when I finally started to feel relaxed.

Kyle was not afraid of the starfish. He would hold each one

and then release them back into the water.

 Showing us where the mouth is.

Our favorite ice cream shop

We ran into a little trouble in the parking lot. Luckily Claire had everything under control;)

Watching dolphins and the sun set in Naples

Treats!

Beach bum. It was great to spend some quality time with this young man.

Buds

Claire would have spent the whole week in the pool if we let her. She loved it.

Magic Kingdom

Our Florida vacation began with a one day trip to Disney's Magic Kingdom. We fit as much in as we could with a crabby 3-year old and girl who's feet gave out on her at the end of day. It was hot and tiring but the look on their faces as they watched the noon parade and even when Kyle cried to go on every ride again immediately after we exited made it all worthwhile.

I'm pretty sure the kids enjoyed it. Claire asked if she could have her birthday party there and Kyle asked if we could go see Mickey Mouse again tomorrow. It may be a while before another trip, but these photos should help them remember. 

At the end of the day, we drove three hours, picked up Spen and settled into the beach condo. We are now enjoying sunny 90° weather and all the trials and tribulations of Disney are several days and a few cocktails behind us. Only good memories and expensive mouse ears remain:)

Happy Spring!

Claire and Spen had off of school last week. Lucian was home one day with everyone and daycare and Nana filled in the gaps.

I ate out with the littles one night while Lucian and Spen went to a Buck's game. 

And Nana had the kids sleepover another night.

The three "adults" enjoyed a nice meal out with cocktails and uninterrupted conversation.

Saturday we had decent weather here. We headed to a big community egg hunt in the morning. Kyle was all about it and Claire was a little intimidated by the crowds.

Claire insisted on a picnic lunch at home that day. I was trying to get Kyle to smile here. I said say cheese and he said "no". I said say booger and her looked like this. You can't escape my camera little guy. Nice try.

We colored eggs...

And the Easter bunny visited. Some of Claire's favorite gifts were some books with audio CDs. She has them in her classrooms and has been begging for some to play school with at home.

Lucian's parents had us over and set up an egg hunt for the kids.

And Spen was able to join us as well.