Back to School Time!

This Tuesday both boys started Mother's Day Out.

This is a totally different experience from when Nolan started back in 2012, there were no tears or heartstrings being pulled.

When I took Nolan to start his first day of MDO, the only people who had cared for him were myself, my husband, and my in-laws. It was a big shock to his system to go, and it took us a whole month to get him excited about going.

Conley on the other hand has been in childcare (for just one hour) at the barre classes I attend and at the YMCA. Those times were hard for him at first, but he did get used to it. And it made all the difference him going to MDO...he didn't cry...he wasn't clinging to my leg. He was happy to go in and play with the "toy" kitchen. He's only going once a week, so we'll see how that goes when he realizes big brother is going...and he stays with mommy!

Look I even got photos with the two of them close to each other...now that is a miracle!

How is back to school going at your house?

Natalie

Fun with the Fleet

Last weekend KMB was the official snack sponsor at the Fun with the Fleet in our local town. This is an event we've attended for the past three years, and the boys always have a blast climbing and "driving" all the trucks. If you have an event like this in your town I strongly suggest to check it out!

I swear my boys don't look like brothers...and seriously how tall is Nolan now...he's like a 5 year old!

And I've been meaning to share this wonderful animal cuddly mat Conley received from the RedEnvelope in their new baby gift items. It's so soft and cuddly! You should really check out their baby items when you are looking for the perfect gift for a friend.

Happy Wednesday friends---almost the weekend, right?

Natalie

Rainy Weekends

Rainy weekends make my household go crazy with cabin fever. I was so glad that we had celebrated Conley's birthday the weekend before since the following weekend weather was horrible.

This week we are looking forward to sunshine! The boys start Mother's Day Out the last week in August, so we are enjoying our last free days. (Or are they just driving me crazy? Ask me about 4pm every day, and I will say yes they are!)

(Trying to survive the rainy cabin fever days!)

And out of such a rainy weekend, we decided to book a last minute beach vacay in September. I can't be more excited because I really didn't think we could fit it in since I am traveling to Houston at the end of September. Toes in the sand here we come! 

So that means I'll be in need of some great book suggestions for you guys!

Also in honor of back to school (if you didn't know as a child I was a lover of all things back to school...trapper keepers, Lisa Frank), I wanted to share Jennifer's post about back to school traditions. I haven't done any of these fun Pinterest ideas, BUT I totally would. No but these are some simple ideas!

How is your household handling the back to school transition or do you still have a few weeks?

Natalie

Tomorrow You Are Two

Two years ago, I went to the hospital to give you a little "nudge" since you were 5 days overdue. 7 hours later we met our precious baby boy, who now is a big two year old.

It's hard to believe the "baby" is now two and how fast life moves.

We celebrated your birthday last Saturday with a Nautical Theme styled by Laura from Pop of Happy. It came out wonderful! If you guys need help planning a party and need some decor, she's your gal!

Now onto the photos!

Happy birthday to my 8/8 boy and his rambunctious nature! We love you more than words can say and can't wait to see what the next year brings.

Natalie