A Field Trip and Valentine's Pictures

Halley had her first field trip a couple of weeks ago (on my birthday). We went to the Flint Children's Museum with her preschool. Papa Bates watched Cameron, so that we could have some much needed "mommy/daughter" time. We had a great time playing in the grocery store, fire truck, making snow, and so many other fun activities. Sometimes it's great to get away from the distractions of home, and really spend some time with the kids.

Halley & I posing in front of and old stage coach

Halley & Emily had so much fun being firefighters!

Halley & Emily (the neighbor that I babysit) happened to wear matching shirts on Valentine's Day. They were sooo excited to be "twins" for a day!

Ahhh--a rare moment where Cameron is loving on Halley--he loves to give hugs, but only when he decides it is time!

Guess Who Just turned 30??

Yep, I just turned 30 on February 12th. We had lots of celebrating & I ended up with 3 cakes (which kind of became a joke) Kevin surprised me by inviting some of our neighbors over on the Saturday before my b-day & arranged for the kids to go with Grammy & Papa for the evening. We had a good time, but unfortunatley, I forgot to take pictures (we ate cake #1)! Then, the next day we had dinner with Kevin's family & ate cake that the kids had made. On my actual birthday, we celebrated at home with the kids--they gave me a few presents, and I was surprised once again with cake--my mom bought a cake from DQ--my favorite! It was nice to be thought of by so many friends & family. I hate to admit it, but turning 30 was a little difficult for me =)

Halley & Collin making my cake!

Dinner out with Kevin's family

Papa & the boys (Eric, my nephew, Cameron, & Collin)

Halley with her cousin Megan