Playing In The Rain

    We have had a lot of rain lately come through our little town over the last week. Before bed this evening it started yet again, and Connor requested we watch it from the garage like we have done once before.  Both kids were already bathed and had their teeth brushed, so we didn't see any harm in letting them enjoy it for a little while, even if it meant they were going to sleep a few minutes later than their bedtime.

 Liv pointing at the rain.

Exploring

    One of Connor and Olivia's favorite things to do is play outside. We have an open field in front of our house that they love to explore. There are wild flowers, bugs, dirt... everything a kid would want!

 Connor picked me these beautiful flowers today.

Connor's New Ride

    Connor got a new used set of wheels this weekend, and he couldn't ask for anything more {at the moment}. All he wants to do is drive his new car up and down our street.

Taking his sister for a spin.

Strawberry Picking

    One thing I have always wanted to do with the kids is take them to a strawberry field and pick strawberries with them. I did it a long time ago with Aaron while we were visiting his grandparents in Minnesota many, many years ago and I remember how much fun it was. Today I was able to check that off my bucket list because I was able to convince Aaron to drive us to Marble Falls and take us to Sweet Berry Farm, where we were able to do just that!

Olivia: Eighteen Months Old

My sweet Olivia Ann,

     Happy half birthday my love, you are eighteen months today! Having you in our life has been more wonderful than I could have ever dreamed! You are my mini and still completely attached to me. Today we have also hit a big milestone: eighteen months of breastfeeding.  After all the struggles I had with your brother, I never in a million years thought I could do it! It has created such a sweet bond between us, and I will never forget it! Even though I am ready to get better sleep and have you sleep all night, I know that I am going to miss it when you eventually decide to wean. I love you so much beautiful girl. I hope the next 6 months go by really slow because I am not ready for you to be a toddler.

XOXO,

Mama