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Is that the Sun?!

I’m not really sure what we did this week. We worked, went to school and daycare, but beyond that, it was a blur. And that’s ok! Not every week has to be super exciting and fun.

Ava did manage to raise the most money at her elementary school for the American Heart Association fundraiser this year. Heart health is an important issue for both sides of our family, and we appreciate the donations that were made. Thank you!

G had a pretty good week...I think? He received an adorable stuffed Chase (Paw Patrol) from one of his teachers. G worked hard to solve a puzzle and Chase was his reward. That was so thoughtful, and G loves it so much!

We also had a nice Skype session with Grandma Deb last night...it was her birthday, and the kids sang all sorts of birthday songs to her. Happy Birthday, Grandma Deb!

Both Scott and I had the chance to go out to (different) happy hours this week. It was great to catch up with some friends from my previous job. I miss them, but I am still very thankful that I took the risk to move to a new company. Things are going well in my new position, and I’m learning so much every day. 

The weather finally cheered up around here...it was sunny and warm the last few days. Looks like the first day of spring brought the sunshine! The massive snow piles are almost gone and we can see the dead, brown grass again. Hooray! I even washed all of the snow pants and outdoor gear, in hopes that they won’t be needed any more in the next month. We'll see if I just jinxed it instead...

These are just some pics from the past week...we love these two!



Hello, Puppy!


Butterfly!


I am so lucky that G loves to snuggle as much as he does. Neither Ava nor Scott are very snuggly people, so at least I get my snuggle fix from my little guy!


Looking forward to a walk with my mom later this afternoon. It doesn't look like it's supposed to rain, and it'll be almost 50 degrees. Seems like a great way to enjoy the brisk air and get some good mom-daughter time!

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