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.

Where to Begin.

Seriously. Where do you begin when sooooo much has taken place in the last month?? I have lots that I could talk about. Quite a lot of pictures--although, not nearly the normal amount I have over a months span. I've been forgetful with that. Yes, it has been quite the busy month, but in a good way. A rough few weeks mixed in. Both boys were down with bad colds. Cash got 5 teeth in one week, an ear infection and 5 separate vaccines. Yuck. It was hard, but we're over it. My poor Mom dealt with the sick guys while Ross and I went to Florida. What a saint!! Our trip was great, minus the fiasco of our return home. All in all, I would have to say January was pretty darn good. But...here's to February being even better!!

Oh great... Just realized I put all the pictures in backwards. Sorry. You'll get the drift. I think.

View from the kitchen.

Living Room.

Kitchen.

What loves...

The Floridian Crew--can you tell I got some sun that day?!

Me and my P.Cole.

The boat behind the cute, buff guy--that's kind of small compared to what we saw. The homes and boats were gi-normous!

Big Daddy, Bryan and Ross.

Greg and Lynn rented a beautiful place in Del Ray Beach for the month of January. They were kind enough to share that place with several people. They also had an awesome boat that we took out on the intercostal. It was pretty cool. The whole trip was pretty cool. Except for missing our flight from Atlanta. Because we were in the bar. We are so lame. That's what vacation does to us.
Thanks for the Awesome trip, guys!!

Anyone who knows Dane, knows this is pretty normal. And that he lives in his underwear. The minute we enter the house, the clothes get taken off. He doesn't even always were pj's. The kid is nuts. Cute, but nuts.

Underwear, spidey gloves, a tent and each other. The best day ever!

OK. I don't have many pictures from Christmas. I know, there's something wrong with me. Anyways...Dane has become obsessed with Spiderman this year. Fine by me, I guess. He loved his new hat and gloves from Great Grandma Danielson. He loved everything and kept asking for more. I've been told that's really normal, but it was quite upsetting to me. How do you teach gratitude to a 3 year old??
Again, anyways...we had a wonderful Christmas. The boys had fun and were super spoiled--as were we. It came and went too fast. Next year, I'm making it last longer. Look out Ross!!

Christmas Day at Grandpa Jeff and Grandma Tammy's.
This is seriously the only picture I have that is usable. The others that were taken that day were video. What were we doing?

Cookies and milk set out for Santa!

Christmas Eve was celebrated at the Greenwald home. Another fabulous Christmas. Dane was very interested in anything Uncle Bryan. But Uncle Bryan loved that!!

Dane being Dane. Extra adorable in his tie!

Mixing in some random before Christmas pictures!

Cash insisted on wearing Dane's unders. And over his clothes. Maybe this means potty training will be a breeze!

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Do you think my boys are special? This is how they like playing Elefun.

We celebrated Christmas with my extended family, the week before Christmas. It sure is fun when we all get together. Here is all of the kids. Wowza! Most of them were in their jammers and looking so cute! Dana and Ben hosted this year and we had a great time. I wish we could all get together more often. They have a blast with each other.

Megan and Bel.
(Mia and Ava off to the sides)

Cashie and Coopie! Just 5 weeks apart. So cute!!