Day 689 | Grandma & Grandpa Time

Grandma and Grandpa M were sweet enough to drive across the state to hang out with us for a couple of days before our flight back tomorrow. We loved seeing them (as usual) and the boys were overjoyed to spend time with both sets of grandparents during this short trip.

The boys even got a special parent-free time with Grandma and Grandpa this morning. Those lucky ducks (and Chris and I weren't complaining either). 

Thanks again to both sets of grandparents and all the other friends and family that made this spring break trip such a success!

Day 687 | Super Capes

The Easter Bunny brought the boys these adorable capes in their Easter baskets. They turned out pretty adorable.

In case you're wondering, it appears the Easter Bunny used this tutorial for the project. 

Day 686 | Family

I think this photo exactly captures the personality of both boys at this moment. :)

Our family is the best. The best. These folks are the reason our decision to stay in the District or make a life-changing move across country is even in the equation for us.

Day 685 | More Birthday Business

Robbe was nice enough to help Grandma blow out her candles.

It's my Mom's birthday! Lucky us we got to celebrate her special day in person. Woohoo!

We showed up at her office to tour her construction site and surprised her with a ballon then brought her home and surprised her with an Elsa ice cream cake. Robbe and Chase were pretty excited, as you might have guessed. 

Let the birthday celebrations continue!

Day 684 | Happy Easter

Church + Easter basket hunt + quality family time + egg dying = an amazing Easter Sunday.

Day 683 | Sugar Overload

Busy day around here. We met the Easter Bunny (for the first time) and found eggs during the egg hunt for a candy reward (first round of sugar).

Then my mom and I enjoyed some lovely pedicures and some kid-free time (thanks, Chris!). After a quick round of naps, it was family birthday party time (also for the first time, I think). We were celebrating Lane's 11th birthday and Chase's 4th. Yippee! There were m&m's (round two), jelly beans (round three), and scrumptious homemade cupcakes (the fourth and final round of sugar) to keep the boys soaring on their sugar high. 

As you might expect, they had the time of their lives. So many giggles and jubilant smiles to fill one day. It makes my heart happy. 

Day 682 | Travel Day

Better late than never! Yesterday was our best flight yet. The following car ride left something to be desired, but we'll take it. 

Safe and sound in Wisconsin and ready for a fun, relaxing, and family-filled spring break!