I had a great Mother's Day weekend. It was the best so far. The only thing I feel a little bad about is that the best parts of the weekend was my time away from the kids. I know eventually my favorite times will be with them and not away from them, but 2 kids under 3 years old can be very annoying. But, now that I have that off my chest, here's how my special weekend went:
Brad took me on a bike ride while Nana watched the girls. I didn't realize I was so out of shape, but it felt great to get some real cardio and also have some chat time with my hubby. The first stop was under a huge oak tree where my friend and I frequently walk the kids to in the stollers. We usually stop under the shaded tree to adjust the kids, give them snacks, or fulfill any demand. I told Brad that I just had to stop and enjoy the peace and quiet. No demands, just a quiet break to catch my breath...awww.
We then came home. I nursed the baby, took a shower and headed out to dinner at a duelling piano bar. It was really fun. I even wore my new outfit. End of day 1....
Both of my girls really love the sand. They have never been irritated by it's stickiness. They love to dig right in and feel it. Amazingly, Brielle never tries to put it in her mouth which makes it much easier for me.
Towards the end, the girls were very tired. I even carried them both to the car at the same time. Baby in the pack and toddler on my back. I do love that I can be there for my girls when they need me even if it means carrying them both at the same time on a long walk. I think it makes me feel not only needed, but empowered.
It was all worth it and we had a great day. It's fun to make memories like these for your children. Amelie talked about the beach a lot. She even made up a song called, "goin' to the beach...goin' to the beach". That night she told daddy that we should go to the beach again. So cute.
Brad took me on a bike ride while Nana watched the girls. I didn't realize I was so out of shape, but it felt great to get some real cardio and also have some chat time with my hubby. The first stop was under a huge oak tree where my friend and I frequently walk the kids to in the stollers. We usually stop under the shaded tree to adjust the kids, give them snacks, or fulfill any demand. I told Brad that I just had to stop and enjoy the peace and quiet. No demands, just a quiet break to catch my breath...awww.
Then we carried on and stopped to have a drink and an appetizer and check out some cool bikes at a bike shop. Brad and I would love to get some beach cruizers. I found one with pink hearts and a huge bell that sounded like a loud door bell. It was awesomely obnoxious and everything I want in a cruizer. (Santa Cruz here we come!!!)
Brad even took me shopping for some clothes at this cute boutique. I got myself a new outfit, which was so awesome. I have not done that for a few years. He made my day so awesome and I needed it.
Day 2: We were so tired we didn't make it to church so we headed out to the beach for the day with Nana and Papa and the girls. It was really fun but no naps means hard day for mom. My typical Angel baby Brielle was fussy the ENTIRE time. I mean she wouldn't shut up for hours....UGH. But as usual, the beach is fun no matter what the circumstances.
The funny thing is, is that we got such great photos that I could pretend that my life is bliss and perfect, but let's be realistic. Please enjoy the photos, but don't kid yourself.
This photo was right before she threw herself back in frustration and I literally watched a chunk of watermelon slide down the back of her throat. As I quickly threw her forward and started pounding on her back I realized it was a clean slide and did not obstruct her airway. Phew...no choking.
Both of my girls really love the sand. They have never been irritated by it's stickiness. They love to dig right in and feel it. Amazingly, Brielle never tries to put it in her mouth which makes it much easier for me.
Towards the end, the girls were very tired. I even carried them both to the car at the same time. Baby in the pack and toddler on my back. I do love that I can be there for my girls when they need me even if it means carrying them both at the same time on a long walk. I think it makes me feel not only needed, but empowered.
It was all worth it and we had a great day. It's fun to make memories like these for your children. Amelie talked about the beach a lot. She even made up a song called, "goin' to the beach...goin' to the beach". That night she told daddy that we should go to the beach again. So cute.
Thank you to my family for the best Mother's Day yet
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