Family Fun on the Playstreet Farm

Our Tuesday was filled with On the Farm Family Fun at Playstreet.

We were so lucky for daddy to take off a half day so that we could enjoy some good family of three time with our sweet lady before her little brother arrives. From fake cow milking, horse petting, pig wrangling, grocery store shopping, light board creations, and family photo taking, our morning at Playstreet was a success! Oh how I love those Auby smiles! Enjoy a picture post of our morning together.

 Welcome to the "parm" as Auby calls it.

 She loved brushing her favorite horsey.

 Tractor Love

 "Dats a cow mommy!"

 The coolest light board ever!

 "Dats a big pig!"

"Dat's a chick! Dat's a mouse!" 

Thankful for this little family play date with my two loves. Can't wait to see how life will change with baby brother but so thankful for these great little dates.

Life's Adventures January-March 2016

 {Park & Play Time with Auby}

I have to say our days have been filled with lots of laughs, many to dos, some tears and unexpected happenings, a bit of apprehension, but a whole lot of love. When I became pregnant, people continued to tell me that my ability and time spent blogging would quickly be cut in half. As a blog enthusiast, I couldn't believe this to be true, but of course, life happens. I still love putting my thoughts and words on paper. Whether I fail in grammar or time, it is such a fun reminder of our life together and all the memories made. So enjoy a long picture post from January-March of 2016 as I prepare for baby Liam.

January 2016

Grammy & Papa Z's Visit to Dallas
January 16-18, 2016

This January, Grammy and Papa Z came up to Dallas for the weekend. We enjoyed our time with grandparents. We ventured to the Perot Museum, played with playdough, watched lots of Disney & Pixar options, enjoyed a special church service listening to daddy teach, and had a delicious meal at Cafe Brazil. It was surely a special time with family.

Segway Tours & Fantlet Hangout 

January 23, 2016

 

Ray and Michael went on a Segway Tour experience in Dallas. This may have been the "coolest" present ever. No seriously. Poor guys completed there segway tour in 30 degree weather but boy did they have a blast. 

While the boys were out, Aubrey and I joined Kristin and our Fantlet friends at Chick-fil-a for a fun lunch and play date. I have to say, anytime chicken, ketchup, a play yard, our favorite cow, and this crew is together, it is surely a success. The kiddos were definitely all smiles. When the boys returned, K and I enjoyed a soothing outing of pedicures.

 

Aubrey's Big Girl Bed
January 29, 2016

This month we switched Aubrey over to her big girl bed and said "bye bye to the crib." Yes it is a queen bed that takes up a good amount of space in her room.  We already had it as an extra bed and thought it would make a great addition in her space and would allow Liam a crib for his room. She is so in love. We even celebrated with cupcakes and new decor.

I think this face says it all! Yay for our big girl bed!

Jacob's 5th Birthday
January 30, 2016

We absolutely enjoyed celebrating our sweet friend, Jacob, for his 5th birthday party at Main Event for bowling and arcade fun. I love watching our college crew of littles grow up together.

Warm January Park Days
It's crazy that our "winter" has been pretty nonexistent this year. We have enjoyed many days in the park with our munchkin. Many of these little outings take place between daddy and Auby while mommy is resting with Liam.

Potty Training
Aubrey has been off and on with potty training. We aren't "there" yet but absolutely love celebrating the little moments when she chooses the potty. We celebrate with what Auby has called "tee-tee candy." I'm ready to be full into potty training once this summer hits. With Disney's Frozen movie panties ready, I'm ready for a successful summer of potty training.

February 2016
Friday Night House Leak

As Ray and I prepared for Parents Night Out at our church, we came home to a huge leak from the upstairs bathroom. It leaked through the floor into the laundry room, parts of the kitchen, and through the carpet. While it was a three week stressful ordeal while I was 31 weeks pregnant, we now have new paint in the kitchen, our holes in our ceiling have been redone, and we were given brand new carpet, all with a paid deductible.

If Gathering
February 6-7, 2016

I am reminded that the Lord never promised us the ram but He did promise the Lamb. I am so thankful for this time away to remember that Christ never promises us triumphs. We will suffer trials; however, it is through this beautiful chaos that we can turn to Him.

Liam Loving
This little man has constantly been on the move. I'm so thankful for this cute little travel partner. I cannot express my excitement enough to see him in the next few weeks.

Chick-fil-A Wednesdays
ABF Bible Study Nights

Our weekly favorite has been taking this little munchkin to "Chick-a-lay" for some chicken and good play time. Can you see her excitement?

 

{Playdough Fun}

Valentine's Love'n

February 2016

On February 13th, the husband and I took Aubrey for a Valentine's breakfast treat. She surely loved her chocolate donut with sprinkles. 

 After our time at The Donut Kitchen. We ventured over to Lowe's for a late morning of build and grow.

 {Aubrey's first Lowe's Build & Grow Experience- Valentine Frame}

 {Aubrey's church Valentine}

 {"Doh" you want to be my Valentine?}

 {Dinner with the Dukes- Eating chips & salsa with my girl}

Outdoor Park Play
February 2016

 {Auby loves her some sunglasses and soccer}

 {Painting with Daddy}

Hope Park Play
Unexpected Play Date with pals

After being under the weather, the family enjoyed a fabulous outing to Hope Park.  We unexpected ran into our Cox friends.  The weather was a bit cool and a bit overcast which meant we would have the park to ourselves. What a sweet unexpected outing with friends. 

{Park Play Family Selfie}

Guest Reader
February 26, 2016

Mr. Zellner was a guest reader in my classroom during Dr. Seuss Week. The students LOVED the opportunity for him to come and to visit with Aubrey. From Fox in Socks, Theres a Wocket in my Pocket, and Are you My Mother were some of our classroom favorites this morning.

Baby Ava & Liam's Diaper Shower
February 27, 2016

On Saturday our sweet ABF hosted a double diaper shower for my friend Julie and I in honor of our babes that are expected to arrive in early March. What a beautiful brunch at Breadwinners for our joint diaper shower with sweet church friends.

 

 {Julie & I with our beautiful hostesses}

 

{Julie & baby Ava with myself & Liam}

Fantlet Twins Turn Three
Playstreet Museum

Happy 3rd birthday to our beautiful fantlet twins. We absolutely adore you both and are so excited to celebrate three amazing years!

 {Ray gives the best bear hugs}

  {Auby loves her some chocolate cake!}

March 2016

Dr. SeUsS WeEk
March 2016

 

{My Firstie Team: Tanya, me, Diana, & Keri}

Read Across America Day was a perfect celebration of all the wonderful work our firsties had done for Open House. I am so incredibly proud of these kiddos and my fantastic First Grade team!

 

Open House- March 3rd

 

First Grade Baby Shower
March 4, 2016

 

On Friday, my first grade team hosted a sweet baby shower and luncheon for myself and for baby Liam. With a delicious meal, thoughtful gifts, and sweet comments, I am so thankful for their love and support this school year. They are truly a group of fantastic women and it has been an absolute pleasure to work alongside them. 

Georgia's 1st Birthday
Saturday, March 6, 2016

We loved celebrating sweet Georgia Ruth this past weekend. What a gorgeous Saturday for friends and fun in the sun! Plus I'm dying over this adorable little mop and broom combination set.

This little cheeser never ceases to make me laugh. While we are still experiencing the fabulous two year old phase where everything is no and we do tend to walk a fine line with timeouts, I have to say, this little munchkin and her daddy are the light of my life. So here's to the beauty that all life has in store. The good, the bad, the unexpected... it all makes this crazy thing we call life so much of an adventure!