10 Years

Bryan and I just had our tenth anniversary so in celebration the two of us went to Yellowstone. My brother took our kids and we had so much fun. Thanks for the fabulous weekend Bryan!

Growing Up Fast

Today has been a day of accomplishments for Peter. He has always been the kind of kid that likes to have things done for him (who doesn't?) but because of that he hasn't been motivated to be...independent. So I've had to give him a little push lately.
First he went down the waterslide at swimming lessons (twice)
Next he jumped off the diving board (twice)
He came home and made his own lunch (I do realize he should have been doing this for years but the whining was a big obstacle)
Then tonight he made pancakes from scratch for dinner.

A Thing of Beauty

I have been hoping that one of these days Peter would decide to really start reading to himself. He has always loved books, but he loved when we would read to him. Finally he has taken the initiative.

I finished reading a story to the kids tonight and he came down a few minutes later and said, "Mama, do you mind if I read a little bit more of Fablehaven?" Ahh, music to my ears.

Teton National Park

We went on an impromtu excursion to Teton National Park on Saturday. It was beautiful even though the Tetons were shrouded in clouds most of the day. Jenny Lake was my favorite part. It was so pretty.

April Showers?

Try not to be too jealous that we get to live here.