Our Big Boy Turns 8!

Despite the fact that I'm 38 weeks pregnant, Mike and I decided we had to grant Noah his wish of a slumber party birthday this year! He planned it a while back, knew who he was inviting and that he wanted s'mores by the fire pit, sundaes instead of cake and a Beyblade battle with a Nature Scavenger Hunt. We seriously lucked out with the best weather we've had all season and the boys were able to play outside happily for ours.

During pizza dinner they shared their most embarrassing stories, OH MY GOSH! Hilarious. :)))

Our good friends came over to help us out (which we weren't expecting and it was so awesome!) They also gave Noah cheesy flavored crickets...hahaha!!

 

Another birthday success! We're so proud of our little-BIG man and his first slumber party!!

Sunny Weather Happenings!

We have had quite a crazy May with a lot of rain and even some snow, blah! But the last couple days the weather has been so amazing. So perfect! We decided to enjoy every second of it and have some family adventures mid-week after school/work.

We bought tram passes again this year and we went up for the first time a few days ago. We love the tram, always so much fun, so easy and spectacular views to be had. There was still a ton of snow at the top of the mountain,  but we didn't care. It still reminded us summer is coming!!
Of course we had to check out the cruise ships, eat outside at Marine Park and lounge in the sun as much as possible. :)

We had frozen yogurt, played at Project Playground, and went to bed happy with rosy cheeks!

Noah also had his first baseball game of the season! Go White Sox! He loved it and made my baseball brothers proud!

Lastly, my youngest brother Brian graduated from ASU on Thursday and since we couldn't come with little Harper being born anytime...we made him a sign instead! Go B!!!

All in all it was a great week....
Happy, happy family!

First Annual Seattle Girls Trip

After my grandma passed away last July, my mom and I decided that some of the best memories we had with her were our girls trips we would take year after year. So not to waste any time, we planned our very own girls trip right away. Funny thing was when we started organizing it in October, I also had to make sure to plan it around this surprise baby of ours! So our trip was pushed up a bit to early April, when I am 33 weeks, so traveling would be possible. Mike happily took the single dad job under his wing, sent me off with extra spending money and off I went! I cannot tell you how much I missed my 3 boys, and almost cried everyday when he would send me pictures of their little adventures. But I will say traveling without kids was such a NEW experience, so relaxing! My mom and I had the MOST amazing time. Lots of laughter, tears, memories made and tons of fun! It's so nice being there just with her because we are so much alike. We happily sipped tea and decaf coffee, ate our giant salads and a loaf of bread with each meal (our favorite) and walked as far as my body would allow. Can't wait to do it again next year, although I'll have a 9 month old with me; so that will be a whole other adventure!

here I am in the airport before leaving Juneau, for the first time, alone!

 We took these pictures for Noah who couldn't wait to see pictures of the Space Needle!

we patiently waited for the boys to throw the fish, I always missed getting a picture

 My favorite flower was in full force at the market. This monk fish was just for the boys!

 I love my mom! She's so playful and we couldn't resist the pose with these crazy shoes!

 We stayed at the Westin right downtown. Perfect spot in the city, and a fantastic view!

Lots of seafood of course, especially Alaskan fish! I smiled :) 

A beautiful time with my favorite lady! Couldn't wait to see my boys Sunday night, but such an awesome adventure with my momma!!

35 Week Harper Bump

I am 35 weeks now! Yippee!! Saturday marked the 1 month to meet Harper day, we're so excited. My fabulous friend Lisa hosted a baby shower for me on Saturday and it was wonderful. I am very spoiled. :)

Mike took these impromptu pictures of the boys and I on Sunday. They are precious! Thanks honey!!