Monday, February 25, 2013

Snow Day #3, Sick Day #500

We didn't have school again today because of the weather forecast. I wasn't too sad about it because Brecken now has the flu (since a couple of nights ago) and it was nice to be home with the kids another day. I tried to take care of Brecken and keep Ava entertained.
 
Sickie
 
 

Ava in her fort. She wouldn't just smile for me. Just silly faces.





B-man got a little energy during the "cut and glue" part of the day.



And a fourth snow day was just called for tomorrow. It really does look pretty out.


 
And so this is what I am doing now. Hoping that things are okay enough tomorrow for flights to come in from Houston.
 

Friday, February 22, 2013

Snow Days

Whew! It's been quite the week! No school on Monday due to President's Day, I stayed home with a sick little Ava on Tuesday, worked on Wednesday while Mimi stayed with Ava, and school was canceled on Thursday and Friday (today) because of all of the snow (14.2 inches).
Ava has had the flu since Monday night and just today started feeling better. We were actually able to get out of the house today to run some errands and go to lunch. The streets weren't too bad, although some were still snow packed. I am so glad that Ava felt better today--it was hard seeing her so sick. She barely talked or moved, except to get sick. Glad to have her back to normal!
Here are pictures of our two snow days!


Snow fun!

Thursday, Ava was still not feeling well. B played outside without her.

We tried to keep busy so that he would leave Ava alone since she didn't feel well. He wanted to make cupcakes, so we did!

With sprinkles!


So excited to eat his masterpiece!

Yum

Our lovely, mini snowman that we made for Ava. I felt so bad playing in the snow without her.

 

And finally, on Friday, Ava felt better! Woohoo! 

 






Monday, February 18, 2013

It's Been A While

I've been told by a friend that I need to update my blog. There really is a lot going on, but I feel like I never have time to just sit and type to let everyone know. So, again, I will just add pictures. Soon, I am sure I will have a quiet evening by myself (with a glass of wine) when I can sit and write. :)
For now, here are some random pictures...
The first three were actually taken by my friend, Erica, before Christmas break. This is when I got my Golden Apple from Kake. A grandma of one of my students turned in my name. It was a BIG surprise!


 
Ava and her Great Grandma Jean


Ava doing flashcards with Brecken. He wanted some company while he was doing his business.

Tea Party!

Taking a little walk with Bear.
 

Heart pancakes with our little Valentines.

Ready to watch the KU game!

Fishing off the deck...into the leaves.

Still fishing...while in the "boat".

At Freddy's 88th birthday party. It was eight in the morning and we got to sing Happy Birthday and eat custard!

Happy guys!

Freddy and my family...minus me.

Freddy and Mom
Enjoying his Saturday morning breakfast!

My lovely girl.

My cute boy.