It's funny how each month I think...I'm going to put together a weekly post and really capture what happens with this family...then another month goes by and I'm downloading pictures and blogging during naptime. I'm thankful I've stayed consistent with this and KNOW I will appreciate it even more when the kids are bigger, the house isn't as messy and I'm looking back at how much fun these years were (are). It's hectic and crazy, full of drama and tears, but the laughs, hugs, smiles and more make it all worth while.
Priority #1 will always be the people that live in these 4 walls and making sure that we are whole. The world is a big crazy place and I just want to remember that life isn't just what happens in a picture...it's raw, emotional and it's ok to be vulnerable. WE are all just trying to be the best us...give someone a break today. Judge less. Smile more!
Miss Millie is growing up so fast...and is so "helpful" with Mommy's makeup in the morning. As much of a challenge as she is as times, our special morning routine is so fun. She just don't come near until the hair dryer is done.
These two treat bath time as playtime...and sometimes I just pull us a chair and watch. Of course, this random day, I was cleansing my insides while cleaning them up.
Little Dishwashers...they love to "do" the dishes...and as long as more water stays in the sink, I'm totally ok with that too. Grammy too!
Taking my cuddles after the LONGEST day of work. Most days I consider getting home after 4pm to be a "long" day...but there are days where I have late meetings that keep me at a client's past dinner. I do my best to NEVER miss bedtime. These cuddles are as important for me, as they are for these 2!
Friday night typically means Family Dinner Out! We do great with cooking at home during the week...but on Friday, this family just wants to have fun!
The Boat Show...the Boat Show...the BIG Seattle Boat Show! In January 2015, we went dreaming of buying a boat someday...in May of 2015 we picked up our little Cressie! Can't wait to get her back on the water. COME ON SPRING!
Surfs Up DUDE!
Millie liked to surf down low...and FAST!
Indoor Paddleboat fun...I didn't know how these 2 would do, but they were naturals. So fun to see them try something new (that challenges their little minds and bodies).
RACE!!!
Yes, the BOAT show was a Success...Proof in the exhausted kids on the way home!
Sunday morning snuggles...this little lady is NOT usually into snuggles...however, she does for about 10 minutes every morning. Rich and I fight for those!
More SNOW...yes, this winter has been NUTS.
Naptime!
Some days you just have to feel good about what you have accomplished. I'm proud to get out in front of the camera now and BE ME! Vulnerable, yes...but happy that I'm growing and changing.
Sunshine and Mud puddles!
It's a fun day!
It's a fun day!
Just being goofy....ALWAYS!
And then there was that weekend where MOM spent time with her girls and had a BLAST!
Private Balcony with wine...check!
Afternoon Tea, check!
Pre-dinner wine, check!
Fancy drinks at dinner, check!
Ridiculously AMAZING times, check, check, check!
2017 has been about growing, challenging myself and figuring out what makes me tick! Getting into running after years of saying I "should" or "want to". It's been challenging, but fun!!!
Valentine's Day with these SWEET HEARTS!
So fun that I don't ever have to miss out on a classroom party with the kids. Griffin and Millie's smiles make me so thankful to have this flexibility!
Grammy even was able to pop in for some fun!
Griffin and his buddy Grant.
More Valentine's Day fun at Grammy and Papa's house!
And a HEART shape pizza to finish the night!
There are times that I'm very thankful the dentist is only TWO times per year! This visit was one of them!!!
Morning selfies with my favorite LITTLE people!
...because sometimes a mug says it all. Others times, I just want to say...this is my life and I'm enjoying what I'm doing..for anyone who cares about me, be happy that I'm finding my way...for everyone else...read the mug. :) I'm a positive person and love a good challenge!
A rare glimpse of SUN....and it's off to the park.
Fun times on a Friday with GG!
GG, Aunt Roxy and all the Troops!
The Jobs women with all the littles!
Julios with the monkeys...I was SOLO-mom, so I went to the best food and family fun around.
No trip to Julio's is complete without a trip to vacuum man!
...because on Saturday we eat DOUGHNUTS!
...and then buy a car!
Family fun night with the Bells! Swimming and Mexi!
No rain...freezing cold...it's ok. Let's get OUTSIDE!
Family ADVENTURE day!
Rich and I took President's Day off...and headed out, destination unknown.
Stop #1: Outdoor Emporium (because everyone needs to dream of fishing and boating when the weather is gloomy).
He's in the water...can't you tell!
Stop #2: Ferry watching and lunch at Anthony's at Point Definance
My World (plus their Daddy and Chukar)!
Stop #3: Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
A fun way to spend a rainy, soggy Monday!
A little souvenir time.
I don't think your ready for this FAMILY! We are a real ZOO!
MY WORLD!
Say what...February had a DATE NIGHT! Woot-woot!
Post Date Night pick up and rides with the little people!
This girl is SILLY...no serious side for pictures (ever)...well, unless she is pouting. She has that mastered too!
And ANOTHER night out...this time with friends too!
When your only picture from a night out is this....must have been a fun night!!!
....because SUNDAY....it's more Doughnuts and COFFEE!
That one time when you are getting a new fence and they forget to shut the gate....
A little afternoon Target run with Grammy!
This cast of characters make life more fun...February was brought to you by smiles and tears, learning, growing and figuring this whole thing out. Each month is a new lesson and FEBRUARY taught us that when the MEYER TEAM works as together...we are unstoppable!
