Elephant in Boston

Nate sewed this elephant for his father, and it has lived in Bo's truck ever since. Monday night, Bo moved it into his computer bag and took it with him to Boston. Here's the elephant enjoying the view from the plane window.

Expect more pictures of the elephant's adventures as Bo checks out the economic climate in Boston.

(For those that don't know, he accepted a new position with Sears in Boston. It's potentially a very good opportunity, so we're exploring different options -- but it looks like the kids & I will stay in AZ for now.)

Easter 2009

It rained yesterday, which meant we missed the AJ Easter Egg Hunt for the first time in 5 (?) years. It rained on and off all day and night, so the Easter Bunny had to hide eggs inside this year. The kids still had fun, but an indoor hunt went by MUCH faster than our usual backyard hunts.

Beautiful day, today! The kids got lots of great treats in their baskets and we're home from Mass before noon. Other than moving some stuff into the new storage shed and making dinner, no other plans for the day.

Out in the Desert

Disney on Ice

We attended Disney on Ice last night and had an awesome time! (Or should I say an Incredible time?) The show was lots of fun, Lydia and the boys laughed bunches and were entranced by the skating and the story. It is an extremely well-done show and very entertaining.

We were lucky enough to go thanks to MomCentral and Feld Entertainment. If you're in the Phoenix area, use the code "MOM" at ticketmaster.com to purchase 4 tickets for $44. Enter the code in the "MC Promotion" box. The show is here until Sunday, April 12, 2009.

On Top of Silly Mountain

The boys, Bo & Beulah took a hike on Silly Mountain this afternoon. They reached the top with no problems and enjoyed the view!

On the Road to Vegas (2/09)

I know this is old, and I know it's been a while, but here's a video of Lydia in the car on the way to Vegas. I think she watched Shrek on non-stop play for the ride. The girl loves her ogre! Check out the wiggling toes . . . that's my favorite part! I remember another toddler who talked with her feet . . .

The Disco

This is one of Bo's favorite shots ;)

I think Colin got on this ride because he didn't see what it did. The ride spun, and then went up and down a big ramp. Neither boy was interested in a 2nd ride.

Roller Coaster

On our last day in Vegas, we went to the AdventureDome at Circus Circus. We got each boy a wristband so they could ride any ride. Nate wanted to ride the roller coaster, but Colin wouldn't get on when he saw that it had 2 loops. Nate still wanted to ride - so he went on by himself. THREE TIMES! He loved it, and probably would've ridden a few more times if other rides hadn't beckoned.

Vegas Family

We took a trip to Vegas at the beginning of the month. I have more pictures to share - - but have wanted to get this one posted since we got back! We have a branch of family living in Vegas and it was so fun to have the chance to visit with them while we were there! We got this great group shot and it makes me feel like home -- even though I haven't lived near 1/2 this family for over 30 years. I wish we were all closer so our young ones could have more memories of extended family.

It was a very nice evening! Great company, yummy food and lots of laughter :)

Nate Broke His Toe

A piece of flagstone dropped on Nate's foot and broke his big toe. Thankfully, the break isn't displaced and it doesn't look like any bone chipped off. This does mean the end of his soccer season, though, which is very disappointing to him.