Santa, Spaghetti, and A Cup Castle

This morning we got up and got ready to go see Santa. The Santa at Brookwood is my favorite, he takes so much time with the kids and really makes them light up. The boys were so excited and we even brought Jake, Owen, and Aubie along for the ride. I always buy their picture and a snow globe, I love my little collection. I also always take my own pictures, this year however I left my camera at home. I had my small one with me, but it just is not the same. Maybe we will make it back, I doubt it but maybe.



While we were at the mall we had lunch. The boys love food courts so that was a great treat for them. John Michael chose Chick-Fil-A and Danny chose Charlie's subs.



We came home and I made spaghetti. It was the first time to make it on the new stove and I am definitely patting my own back. It was yummy. I also made Jim-N-Nicks' cheese biscuits. While they were not quite as good as they would have been from Jim N Nick's they were a close second. Chris came over for dinner, a little thank you for his help installing the stove Saturday.



We have almost gotten the kitchen and dining room back in working order which is great.

The boys were able to open a Christmas gift tonight. It was from Aunt E. They both got watches and were super excited.

After dinner John Michael and Danny, and then Brandon helped to finish it up, made a HUGE cup castle. It was quite funny, but definitely something that they love to do. Maybe Red Solo Cups are our friends for years before we even know how great they can be! Maybe Santa should bring them each a pack of them. I wonder if it is too late to add them to the list.



Well, I am off to bed, I almost made it before 12, but not so much. Almost though. I will try again. There always seems to be so much happening. Everyone stay weather aware as the weather looks kind of nasty for tomorrow. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Happy Valentine's Day

No matter if your loved one is right next to you or a thousand miles away I hope that you found a way to say I love you today. Valentine's Day is such a special day and while many consider it a "Hallmark Holiday" it is actually a holiday that is deep rooted in History. Tell you spouses, your partners, your children, and your friends that you love them.

Today started off amazingly. Brandon surprised me with a Bon Jovi shirt, pants and a teddy bear. I was in awe! I have loved Bon Jovi since, well forever, and Brandon allows me this crazy passion. He even fuels it. I was so surprised. Then he topped off today when he came home from work with a dozen roses and cards. They were coral colored roses, I am not a fan of red ones at all and he knows this. I was definitely not expecting anything considering he had already outdone himself.

I had gotten Brandon, Danny and john Michael all a box of chocolates and given them to them this morning. I had conversation hearts and cards waiting on the boys when they came home from school, and a movie and card for Brandon. I also sent Brandon chocolate covered strawberries and cherries to the network. He seemed very happy with these! The strawberries are gone and I think that there are a few cherries left. My guess is they will meet there demise tomorrow. Thank you Sherri's Berries, they were amazing and delivered just as planned!

Today was Danny's party at school, which as always was a lot of fun. I love spending a few minutes with the boys in school. It is so nice to be a little part of their days.

When I got to the school to get John Michael I did a short impromptu photo shoot with a friend. Her babies looked too cute not to capture a few pictures!

We had a nice dinner with friends tonight. It was nice to spend some time with them and the kids all had a blast as always. We were planning on Chicken Box, but when we dialed to ordered we remembered that it was Monday so we changed plans and ordered Jim N Nicks. Definitely not Chicken Box, but still delicious. We are planning on getting together this weekend for the other.

Well, not before 9, in fact in about 10 minutes it will be tomorrow. Oh well, it was an amazing day. Before I go to bed I will be praying for all of you. I hope that you said and heard I love you today! If you did not you are hearing it now because I love you!