random thoughts

This weekend was pretty exciting. We went to Karissa's graduation party on Friday night and had a nice time. Dylan LOVED jumping on the trampoline. At first he wanted us to hold his hands or have me jump with him, but at the end of the night he was jumping around with anyone on there. Its great that he is getting more independent. We stayed until almost midnight and heard Karissa sing with the band. She is so talented. The next day we decided to head to Dubuque.

Got MILK?


Denny/Maxine had a few tree limbs they wanted cut down, so we went back for that.





Ang/Curt were back too. Ang had a bachelorette party to go to on Saturday night. Saturday the kids played, played and played and then they took a bath. They sure had a lot of fun.




We didn't do much that night, just hung out. The kids enjoyed some popcorn after the bath before they went down for bedtime.





On Sunday we went out for breakfast with the aunts/uncles and called Andi to wish her a happy birthday. We were thinking about her and the next day she was getting her tonsils removed. Its more serious doing that on an adult. Later Sunday afternoon, we dropped some shoes off at my parents and said hi. We made it back by 4-ish and Todd/Dylan cut the grass. I was unloading everything and doing laundry. I'm still putting stuff away and trying to get caught up on cleaning.

I'm also feeling under the weather. I have a head cold right now and just not feeling like myself. Gavin is on Augmentin right now and man oh man, they doctors sure were right when they said the side effect is diarrhea. Literally, we have blow outs every day. I can't wait until this infection is over and we are off this stuff.

Troy called yesterday and said Andi's surgery was a success. YIPPEE... we are thinking about you. When you feel up for it, give me a call or send an email. We would love to see you guys. Is this weekend to soon for visitors?

Mothers Day Weekend

On Friday, Todd picked the kids up from the daycare and they made me the cutest pictures. Dylan also had planted some flowers for me and they are sitting by the window. How precious and what keepsakes.



On Saturday, Todd was not feeling well at all. He basically stayed in bed the whole day, so the kids and I did our own thing. That evening we decided to go to the grocery and Dylan liked to drive his own cart. People were saying how cute he was. He cracked me up too, we kept seeing the same guy down each aisle and Dylan said beep beep to him and he smiled. Thank goodness he was a nice guy. That night we made egg casserole for the morning. My plan was to sleep in, but that wasn't the case. Todd did feel 100% better though on Sunday, so that was the best Mothers day present ever.

Later that day, Denny and Maxine came down to cheer us up. We did not have a good last week. Angie and Curt also came over with the kids. We grilled out pork chops that Denny and Maxine brought. Denny is a master griller- it was soooo yummy. We also had my moms famous cheesy potatoes, taco tip, macaroni salad, rubarb tart, fruit, and creme de mint cake. I swear I'm still full, but it was so good. It was a beautiful day. The kids played outside in the sand box, on the swingset, and we flew kites. Dylan also ran over to see his friend Brody. His daddy bought a nice swingset and Dylan wanted to go down the slide. We were so happy he went over there all by himself, but then he came back shortly crying. We asked him what was wrong and he said he fell. Luckily grandma was there to give him some TLC.



Gavin is such a cuddle bug, but he is also in the stage where he likes to pull hair and give suck on your face- sorry Angie. =)

Weekend fun

This weekend we had a nice time with my parents. We went to DBQ on Friday night, trying to find some good bargains at the garage sales, but no such luck. Todd and I were actually on time too. So, we hung out at my parents and relaxed. On Saturday we headed to the garage sales. Its a big thing in Asbury and we used to do it as a kid, so I wanted to check it out this year since we are back in Iowa. The first one we went to, Dylan got a transformer mask. He loves it ~ thanks Grandpa. Then, we decided to split up and have the guys drive the cars to the other section, while mom and I walked with the strollers. Well, we both forgot our cell phones in our purses, which happened to be in the trunk of our car... DUH on us. Anyway, we couldn't find the guys. It was ok, but I felt like we were concentrating on finding them and not really having as much fun as I would have liked. I did find a little toy for Gavin though that he likes and Dylan got some cars and also a transformer, so all in all it was a success. My parents bought a stroller, which is really nice and looks like it was rarely used. That will come in handy with the little ones. We actually used it on Saturday when Dad and I went for a walk with the kids. Dylan was planning on pushing around teddy bear, but got tired. Mom had to work in the afternoon, but it worked out nice to spend Friday night and part of Saturday with her.

Sunday we slept in and did things around the house. We really need to get the garage organized and that has been low on our priority list. We did make some headway this weekend though. We also played around outside since it was so nice outside.

Dylan and Gavin having slumber party during the middle of the day. We were trying to do naps, but that didn't really happen.





Last year for my birthday Todd bought some golf clubs for me. I haven't used them at all until yesterday. He was showing me how to use the PW. I "think" I have it down, but we will see. We will practice again today. Dylan is so excited for that too.

I would like to get to DSM some weekend soon to see Andi/Troy and watch their kids play soccer and baseball. I'm not sure if next weekend will work though. Andi is getting her tonsils out the following Monday. Maybe the weekend after that will be better.

bathroom wall inspiration

Fun weekend

On Sunday, we got ready to head to Todd's sisters baby shower. It was really nice how they did it. It was a couples shower/swim party. When everyone arrived, we had lunch and then when it was time to open up gifts and play games, the guys went down to the pool area.




Heather got a lot of nice things and let me just say little girl outfits are soooo adorable. Lucky for me, I have 2 boys, otherwise I would be out of control. Gavin stayed with the girls and he was a big hit.





After the gift opening, I was curious to see if Todd and Dylan were in the pool.





They sure were and boy oh boy, were they having fun. Dylan does not have any fear and was jumping in and even would go under. Grandpa Dolphin and Todd showed him how to doggy paddle and they were showing him the back float too. I'm so happy he loves the water.

6 month checkup

Can you believe it, our little peanut is 6 months already. We took him in for his appointment and he is so tiny. He weighs 15 lbs (10%) and is 26 1/4 " long (50%) and his head is 43 cm (25%). Seriously, Dylan was 16 lbs at 3 months and never ate. Gavin is exploring, cooing, clicking, scooting, and almost sitting up. Dylan is such a great big brother. He actually wanted to go with me yesterday to get Gavin's shot. He held his hands and said it will be ok. It was a Kodak moment. When we got home, he helped me give him medicine and feed his bottle.

adorable adorable adorable

I just love the way babies sleep. Gavin of course is care free and sleeps with his hands behind his head and his feet crossed. It just cracks me up everytime.

I'm Batman

On Monday, it was jammie day at daycare. This is Dylan's favorite day at school and of course we totally forgot about it. Once we got to his classroom, Dylan was horrified and asked where his jammies were. So, I said I would quick run and get a pair. He asked for Superman, but I said I would run to Target and get some Batman ones. He sure was happy about that. What a relief they had them there.

Jumpin' boy

Easter

We had such a great Easter this year. On Saturday, we went to Fred's to get Todd and Dylan's haircut. It was nice seeing him and also getting a much needed haircut for Dylan. He really likes going to Fred. Afterwards, he gave him a cookie for being such a good boy.

We headed over to Denny/Maxines after we left Fred's for an Easter brunch. We had egg caserole and some cinnamon rolls. It was sooooo good. We of course had to burn off calories, so we decided to do the Easter egg hunt outside.
I must say, Austin did a great job hiding the eggs. Dylan and Carter were really into it. Avery had a fun time too. We went out for dinner at the Ground Round and met up with my parents. The kids behaved so well and it was nice seeing Austin's dad too. Later that night, we all played cards and stayed up talking.

On Easter morning, we went to 11am church. I would love to say our kids did well at church, but that wasn't the case. Thank goodness, church was packed, so we were in the cry room. Dylan did great, but Gavin cried a lot. He is teething and he wouldn't take the bottle. Anyway, after the Tylenol kicked in, he was back to his normal happy self. We went over to my parents after church for another Easter egg hunt. I think the "Easter Bunny" hid 22 eggs or something like that.
My dad could tell you the exact number- wink wink. My mom made an awesome Easter dinner with ham, potato caserole, salad, fruit salad, and strawberrys/ice cream with angel food cake. My grandma came down for dinner and then my aunt and uncle stopped over for a visit. The Easter bunny also made a visit to Grandma and Grandpa Stoffels. Dylan was greeted with a basket full of candy and a Spiderman kite. Gavin also had a basket full of candy and some soft blocks. I'm sure we will be eating candy for weeks =) The only thing missing from Easter was Andi and Troy and family and also Jason, Amanda and Chelsea.

 

Dylan and Todd went down to get their haircut from Todd's uncle Fred. Dylan sat so good and he has a big boy haircut.

 

Grandpa Stoffel with Gavin- how cute...

sleeping pictures

Superman

 

As you all know, Dylan is really into Superman, Batman, and Spiderman right now, so these jammies were perfect. Seriously, every night he wants to wear them.

Easter egg coloring

This year was a lot of fun coloring Easter eggs. Dylan really seemed to enjoy it. I honestly love doing it too. I think his favorite egg was the one we wrote his name on. Gavin just sat there and watched us in his highchair playing with his toy.