We are so sad to say that once again we have learned the true meaning of life is way to short. Todd's Aunt Cheri passed away last week - and we were devestated by the news. She was an amazing woman, a wonderful family member and someone who I know will be GREATLY missed. We drove up for the day on Friday for her service...which was beautiful..and to spend sometime with family. I got to meet Matt for the first time, one of Todd's cousins, and a bunch of other people I never have before. I turned to my mother in law and even said, how sad is this we are all getting together now, because of this. Even with my own family we need to make a point to just get together more. The drive was so simple, and even though we were there celebrating her life - it was a good time. It was nice to sit on her back porch, which was so cute, and chat with family. It would have been more amazing if she was there with us of course. We will miss her dearly!
Life really is just way too short and sometimes people need to sit back and realize just how easy it is to just be HAPPY sometimes. Happiness can be anything you want it to be. If it means buying yourself a purse, or eating a big mac...thats what you have to do. For me...its the stupid little things we do at home. Like a random morning where we will make $1.00 cinnamon rolls from and pour cheap champagne into OJ and call it a fancy breakfast. The more and more time goes on and I get older, I care more about what really matters and less about what doesnt.
Another one of my favorite things are throwing parties and yesterday had to have been one of my favorites. I have had a vision for Kelly's bridal shower since the day that she got engaged...and with the help of some of the girls ( and OMG my mom and todd that day were HUGE helps ) it was PERFECT!!! I sometimes have a problem with over doing it - because im so used to throwing kids parties, so it was toned down from what im used to, but just plain. awesome. There was 45 of some of the nicest and fun women I have ever met. She is one lucky girl and I am SO excited for the wedding day!!!...Oh...and the Keys in 19 days of course :)
So in 5 days we are off to OHIO. I literally could not be more excited. For the plane ride? No way. Im already having tummy issues thinking about it. TMI? Sorry..but im serious. But between meeting Todd's grandma { Can you believe 7 years together I never have! }, the kids riding on a plane for the first time, and seeing SNOW!!!!! I cant even tell you so giddy that makes me. Needless to say my camera is on FULL charge!
Shout out to JAY today - HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNCLE JJ! The big 24!!! I feel like it was yesterday I was late to his high school graduation dinner because i was getting my braces off :)
The kids are changing so much. These past few months have really made some milestones for both of them. Kole is talking a mile a minute - but in his own language. Literally. Points, and has full on conversations about what he is saying. My mom swore he said balloon yesterday...and I have to agree it was pretty spot on. So maybe, besides dada, thats his first word? Jordyn is getting more mature as the days go on. Things I couldnt do before - arent even an issue now. Clipping her toe nails was NEVER allowed. Tonight i clipped, filed, and painted...and i got a big thank you mommy. I cant even remember the last time we put her in the stroller to go some places. She is just such a big girl now - it's so hard to believe.
My weeks are so enjoyable with having both of them in Rivertots. Wednesday is Jordyn's class and Thursday is Kole's. Its actually kind of funny doing the same exact thing 2 days in a row. Same songs..same arts and crafts...just 2 different children :)
Well, im sure I am missing lots of stuff that has happened in the past 20 days...but it's passed my bedtime. 8:36 to be exact :) It was a busy weekend and we have a busy week ahead of us!
Much love to you all - For whoever reads this. I will post a few pictures and more later on! Happy Sunday!