A Day Ahead

All week I've been thinking that it's one day later than it really is. That is, on Monday, I thought it was Tuesday. On Tuesday, I thought it was Wednesday. And I keep thinking that today is Thursday. I guess I'm just so excited about going up to Chicago this weekend for Jackson's baptism. Friday just can't come fast enough.

Story Time

Here's a video of Maddie "reading" 'Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?'

Winter Beauty

I am really getting tired of all the snow and ice. I am so ready for spring to arrive. But you have to admit, the ice coated trees are BEAUTIFUL. I took this photo this morning when I arrived at work.

A Future Olympian?

Last night I was watching figure skating on the Olympics when Maddie starting imitating some of the moves saying, "I'm ice skating." It was so cute I had to get it on video. Enjoy!

Valentine's Day

I used to really despise this day. But now that I’ve had someone to share it with for the last 3 years, I don’t really see what the big deal is. Granted, I appreciate the idea of having a day devoted to celebrating your love for someone, but I get to do that EVERYDAY! So what makes February 14^th any different? I blame it on jewelry stores and flower shops. My husband scoffs at all the jewelry commercials that are on tv this time of year. He hates how they convey the idea that you NEED to buy diamonds for your wife or girlfriend in order to show your love. There was even a sign in the window of a local jewelry store that said “Wife Insurance.” So I’m probably never going to get jewelry as a gift. (We didn’t even exchange cards this year). But that’s OK. I hardly ever wear any anyways. I have a hard time justifying the cost and it wouldn’t change the level of love that I have for Bryan. I already have the one diamond that I want and it’s on my left hand. But a pretty necklace or earrings to wear on a special occasion would be nice ;).

Speaking of jewelry, while I was getting ready to go out to dinner yesterday, Maddie came into our room and proceeded to put on every piece of jewelry that I had.