Spring Break 2011

Thanks to 2 visits to the mechanics, we enjoyed a staycation during Spring Break.  The "bigs" worked on their culinary skills.  They made "Don't Even Try to Say These Aren't the Best You've Ever Had Because They Are" Chocolate Chip Cookies...

Ethan made pancakes...

and Justus made cake and frosting.

Ethan did a 3-D puzzle of Anakin's Jedi Starfighter in less than 48 hours!
I might have to give up my "puzzle queen" crown because I had given up on this puzzle last year!

Esther practiced her mobility skills.  Up to this point she had refused to crawl - HATING to be on her belly, but moving herself around when she's standing up.

Grandpa's visit

At the end of February, we got to enjoy Grandpa Brownie for a few days.  He was headed to a conference and stopped at our house on his way.  While he was here, the Omaha Zoo advertised a free admission day and we took advantage of that - it's one of our favorite places to visit.  We also played games and each of the older boys got some one-on-one time with Grandpa.  It makes us feel not so far away from CA when he visits.