Thursday, February 3, 2011

When Daddy Is Away

Evan was out of town for a week and there were many thoughtful people around us!!
It was a very busy week especially now that I am back to work part-time, but play dates and visits made the week go quickly. Before Evan left we had a great movie night; popcorn and all!!
Reading Daddy's book... she made up the best story for me!
We recently purchased some art bins for Aubrey and well we are rethinking our choice :D
The bins are great, but EVERYTHING is at her fingertips and we can not get enough of coloring, painting, or play dough!
We had our first "sleep over" while daddy was away! Aubrey's bestie Olivia came over and spent the day and night. Chasing 2 two year olds around was quite the feat, but by 6:45pm they were both passed out for the night! They had a great time with Aubrey's tent, art supplies, and tea set! Here are a few pictures from their day!
We were also visited by some out of town guests.... AJ and Sarah were in town from Michigan and it was really great having them over for dinner!! The kids played so well! They shared some popcorn and pretzels over a movie. We were all laughing and taking joy from listening to the giggles coming from the living room! Evan and AJ have been close friends for MANY years and I truly enjoy the company and friendship I have with Sarah. To see our children enjoy their time together is a blessing beyond words!

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Our 2 Year Photos!

Aubrey had her 2yr photos taken a little while ago. It is INCREDIBLE to look at her now and compare it to just a few months ago. She is absolutely BEAUTIFUL and such a blessing!
These are just a few photos that were taken; enjoy!

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

A Few Moments Around Our Home

One of Aubrey's gifts for Christmas was a table and chair set. She enjoys giving tea parties and always invites friends to join her at the table :D
Before you judge the following photo.... this is purely for family who is not here to see and enjoy the every day antics of our child! Aubrey LOVES going under blankets...
So for all who can not be here this one is for you!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We spent New Years at a friends house.
Here are a few pictures to explain Aubrey's Holiday Season!
Life is ROUGH! :D

A Few Days In The City!

We spent 2 days in the city after Christmas with Evan's parents and Grandmother. We stayed a block off of Michigan Avenue and it was wonderful! the VERY best part was the indoor swimming pool! Aubrey wanted us to spend EVERY moment there! We arrived and immediately put on suits!
There's snow on the ground, but we went swimming!
Aubrey LOVED the "hot pool" (or as we call it, the hot tub).
The first night we went to Navy Pier....
Aubrey really liked their garden area and fountains!
She was climbing on everything and standing on tip toes to see!
We ate and then went to the Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier... it was gorgeous!
Daddy and Aubrey LOVED watching the Zamboni on the ice!
We went to the Children's Museum the next day and Aubrey had a blast!!
I had no idea the museum was so big and that they had so much for little ones!!!
She spent A LOT of time in this particular area!
OH AUBREY!
She also enjoyed shopping!
We went for Indian food before heading home and when we started to drive this is what happened to Aubrey...