Happy Memorial Day!

The Collett Family Circus had a great three-day weekend; I know it's going to be hard for Tony and I to return to work tomorrow. We had a very low key weekend and got to play with the babies, watch some movies, attend a first birthday party, and even do a little car shopping. 

The babies are much more fun and playful these days; they are spending more time awake and giggling and smiling and less time sleeping. We still have our meltdowns and crying fits, but it's so neat to see their little personalities develop. A bad day at work can be erased by a sweet smile from Jack or Harper when we walk in the door. We like to spend time on the play mat, read books, talk to the stuffed animals, and go for walks. 

This weekend we also went to our friend, William's, first birthday party. His party was Monday at a local park so we got to spend some time outside. The weather was very nice and a little overcast which was great because we didn't have to slather sunscreen on the kids- I know you can still get sunburned even in overcast weather, but we were under a covered pavillion 98% of the time. In fact, the only time we left the pavillion was for Tony and Harper to swing for a quick moment. 

Harper is our little dare devil, so far. She loves when Tony holds her above his head and hums the Superman theme, and she likes to bounce, spin, and dance. Harper is on the move, or she's asleep. So, Tony thought she would like swinging and he seemed to be right- no tears from that girl.

When we got home from the party, Tony and I went car shopping. The best part about buying a new car will be not having to shop for a new car anymore. We are currently looking at Ford Explorers and GMC Acadias- anyone have any suggestions one way or the other?

When we got home from car shopping, we spent some time on the play mat doing tummy time and Jack and I took Abby for a walk. Then Jack and Harper took baths and put on their pjs and got ready for their last bottles of the night. Right now, I'm watching my kiddos sleeping peacefully- a wonderful way to end a wonderful weekend.

I'd like to give a quick shout out to Jack and Harper's Aunt J who got them the adorable "Thing 1" and "Thing 2" outfits they wore today- too fitting :)

I would also like to take this forum to remember all those who died in service to our country. 

"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died.  Rather, we should thank God that such men lived."- General Patton

Happy Memorial Day