Things R.O.C.K!

I think I found this idea on a blog that I follow--I can't remember. Anyways, the kids totally dig glow sticks. Especially in the tubby. And I earn a cool Mom award!

I had to get a picture of Ross and his first time mowing our lawn. He's been working really hard on the grass and the front yard is looking fab. Pretty exciting stuff.

Randoms

The kids love the tub. Big time.

Here they are trying to be Santa.


Cash has decided that he will now ride in our bike trailer again--he did great last year and started out rough this spring. Now he's back. It's been fun.

Bundles of Love!

I got Dane this cool Raphael Ninja Turtle costume at the ECFE garage sale a few weekends ago. Isn't it awesome?! When he put it on the first time, he kept it on all day. He is fun-ny!

Ross must have taken these pictures while I was gone recently, but they are the cutest!

It just melts my heart.

The three amigos-and most handsome guys ever!!

And finally, my Mother's Day gift Daner made at school. I can't believe how blessed I am.

A Day in the Life of a Greenwald

Things have been pretty busy around here. We--I mostly mean Ross--are working very hard at establishing some type of yard. The previous owners never watered or mowed ONCE! So, with that being said, the yard needs work. My F-I-L Greg pretty much knows everything about everything. He has offered much help in many areas and we greatly appreciate that!

After lots of hard work, a beautiful bonfire complete with hot dogs and smores, was in order.
(Look at my little cooker...)

Just enjoying an evening of pizza together on the porch!

Out little loves--who get along most times, but have already started the whole "bugging" each other phase. Already?!?

You can't see it here, but Cash was using a baby spoon to scoop out playdoh. Then scooped some into his mouth. Gag. I'm soooo ready for this stage of everything in the mouth to be over!

Hi Daner.

Cashie helping Daddy!

And showing his battle wounds from the neighbor boy who took a corner too fast thus ejecting Cash out of the wagon onto the sidewalk. Poor babe.

Easter Weekend

We had a wonderful family filled Easter this year. As in years past, we drove down to Rochester the day before to spend the day with my mom, aunts, uncles and cousins. We had a great time and the kids made a killing in the awesome egg hunt Aunt Lori and Uncle Dave provided (I didn't get any pictures as I was always chasing after an ever exploring, accident prone Cash), but it was really nice to see everyone again!

Sunday, we woke up and the kids found their baskets. This was the first year that Dane really understood the whole basket/bunny thing. It was fun though and he just couldn't believe that the bunny knew how much he liked Spiderman. I told him, I couldn't believe it myself! (again, no pictures--I've gotten really bad).

After a good visit with Uncle Bryan, some lunch and a nap, we spent the late afternoon and evening with the Greenwald side of the family. There was another awesome egg hunt and more cool baskets. The boys had fun and so did Mom and Dad. Things are always extra fun when the ones you love most are squealing with delight (and on a sugar high)!

Beginning the hunt.

Look what I've got...

Hmmm...I wonder if there are some eggs over here?

Call me Bean. Jelly Bean.

Happy Spring!

(pictures taken by Rossco)

Spiderman

Officer Spiderman Greenwald...(seriously. Dane dressed himself and named himself)

Dane's latest obsession is Spiderman. It's been Spiderman for quite some time, but lately, everything is about Spidey. Dane says, "Mom, my Spidey sense is telling me that I'm not going to like dinner." Or "Mary Jane is coming to school with us today. She'll sit up front by you." It's really fun to see his imagination run wild. Sometimes it's downright hilarious! I mean, hearing those previous statements, how do you not laugh out loud? I definitely think this pretend phase is one of my favorites. I totally love the way kids brains are. They are soooo smart. It's crazy.

Spring is in the Air!

The weather the past two weeks has been downright b-e-autiful. Until today. It was only 35 today, but felt like 10. Brrrr...but this is Minnesota and it is only March, so cold weather and even (sigh) snow, could still happen. We've spent sometime outside and the birds have been visiting--really showing signs of Spring. Oh, and we made a trip down to the Children's Museum. Both boys, as well as Ross and myself, had a great time.

This geranium has been growing fantastically in my new window. I think it's saying "I love my new, well-lit home!!

My Life.

This is how funny my days are. Seriously. You should be laughing out loud. Dane is ridiculously funny. I mean, his Halloween costume. On. Totally random. I just love it. And him. Are you laughing yet??

A Year and a Half...WHAT??

Cash is now a year and a half old. 18 months. Already. (sigh). We all say it, but seriously, I can't believe how fast time flies. I'm a little sad about this. Ross and I think we are done having kids, so it's hitting me hard thinking this is my last baby. Speaking of babies...Cash is so not a baby anymore. He is a happy, crazy, funny, loving, riot. He makes us laugh. A lot. He's a major Mama's boy, but I secretly really like it. He talks up a storm, tells us when he goes potty or poop and jumps off the couch just like his big brother (whom he is still obsessed with). Life is fun right now. Super fun. Busy. Definitely not boring. Tiring, exhaustive, rewarding, amazing. It's pretty darn grand!

A Hard Day on the JOB!

Most days, the J-O-B is hard. Beyond, beyond rewarding, but it's some work. I will say that each day I wake up excited for what the day will bring with my two little loves. I know it will be fun no matter what we do. They are the sweetest, most beautiful, most loving boys. I'm pretty proud of me and Ross. They might be full of energy and drive us up the wall a lot, but they are ours and we love them like crazy!

We celebrated Ross's 31st birthday at home, all together. We bundled up and ventured outdoors for a walk and some playtime at our new park. Everyone had a great time!

Relaxing before dinner!

Blowing out the candles!


Saturday evening, Ross's parents and grandparents (sans Iva), came for dinner to celebrate Ross and to see our new house. It was a great night!

Cash had fun--can you tell?!

Happy Birthday Daddy!!

Happy Birthday to the best Daddy in the whole world!!
(we are so lucky for Ross--in too many ways to list. I'll just say he is truly the best Daddy, friend, husband and provider. Thanks Rossco-for being YOU!)

*side note*--Dane said he was going up to get dressed and this is what he came down in. Yesterday. I like the way he thinks, but...

**on another side note** It's been a quiet month. Pretty nice, in fact. We've made our house home and really like it here. We are back on our routines and schedules and life is just nice and easy right now. We have been really bad with taking pictures and updating the blog. I'll try to be better.