Owl Obsessed

For Christmas 2 years ago, Aunt Margo and Uncle Bill gave Arabella a pair of pj's with owls on them.  She feel in love with them, wore them out and until they were high-waters and ever since then has been owl obsessed.  She loves them and talks about them to anyone who will listen.  And in keep with her owl obsession, she receive a package in the mail from Uncle Mike and Uncle Jeff this week...she loves it!  Thank you both!!

Wordless Wednesday...A Day Late

Happy Mother's Day

Until I became a mother, I never realized what a difficult but rewarding job it can be.  My mom made it look easy when she was working and raising my brother and I.  I am so thankful for the warm, loving home that we were raised in.  Thank you Mom for all that you have done and continue to do for me and our family.  You are still a role model for me.  I love you Mom and have been blessed to have you for my mom.

Field Trip to the Ecomuseum

Arabella and her class went on a field trip to the Ecomuseum last week.  We had a tour with one of the guides.  It was a lot of fun to learn new facts about the animals at the museum.  It was a bit chilly out, but Arabella still had fun running around and learning about all the exhibits and animals.  Her favorites were the sea otters and of course, the owls.  All of the animals were beautiful and it was a lot of fun.  Arabella was so excited about the field trip and can't wait to go back...she wants to bring Grammie when she visits in a few weeks.  I love that we have such a fun place to explore Nature so close to us - it is literally about 15 minutes away.

Mother's Day Concert

Last Wednesday, Arabella's preschool class surprised us with a special Mother's Day concert.  It was so adorable and all of the kids were excited to sing us songs that they had learned especially for this day.  Arabella also presented me with a handmade sunflower, a card and a heart necklace.  She was so proud of her work and it just melted my heart.  She sang her little heart out and had such a fun time.  Thank you my Little Bean, I am so blessed to be your Mommy!

Old Books

Much to Jay's dismay, I have a collection of books. New books, old books, textbooks, I just love books. I have passed on that gene to Arabella too. She loves books and loves to read! Jay keeps some books, but usually when he is finished with one, he gets rid of it. I on the other hand can fill shelves with books without a problem. I am especially fond of old books and when I was on my solo trip to Connecticut a few weeks ago, I was given a family heirloom. My great aunt Moona asked me if I had any need for a dictionary. Truth be told, I have no use for one as I already have one and more often than not when I need to look something up, I go to the internet. But when she pulled it out and told me that I could not get rid of it, I was sold. It is a Webster's from 1930. She told me that she remembers when her father, my great grandfather, brought it home - she remembers being in grade school. It is an amazing book and I am so honored to have it in our family. Arabella was excited to look through it, she was so gentle with the pages. I need to find a good stand so that I can display it. Thank you so much for sharing this with our family Aunt Moona.

Thursday's Thoughts...Catching Up

Hearing: Silence - Arabella is at a lunch playdate with her friend Ronald. Tasting: Cilantro, strawberry & mango gree smoothie! YUM!! Seeing: Bright blue skies. Smelling: Freshly laundered clothes. Feeling: A little nervous...the Spartan Race is in 23 Days, 20 Hours, 11 Mins!