May 13th, 2012

• Brynn was given a water balloon at preschool this week. Of course she only had one so the other kids were envious. Water balloons became a topic of conversation in our house for a few days so I finally broke down and bought a few packages of water grenades. It wasn't that warm out so we just filled up a few and threw them around. They can't wait for a really hot day so we can have a water balloon war!

• Grandma Bassett bought Bodee and Todd matching "Bass Pro Shop" hats. Bodee likes to wear his around. He's such a stud!

• On Saturday Todd and Addy ran a 5K as a fundraiser for Addy's school. We told her three miles was a long run but she was determined. She and Todd did run/walk the whole way! She was exhausted when it was over though. The first picture is pre-race and then as they came in crossing the finish line.

• After the race we went over to Grandma and Grandpa's house. Grandpa just bought a 4 Wheeler so we all wanted a ride! How fun! After a few rides we all went to Costco for a cheap lunch. Somehow Brynn tripped in Costco and bonked her head really hard. Talk about a goose egg. 

• Here is Bodee trying to do the splits like his sisters:) He's always practicing.

• Awww, Mother's Day! The girls had each been working on all sorts of things the last couple of weeks. They each stuffed a bag full of art and projects they made for me. Here are my favorites. From Addy: A picture frame with a picture of herself she made at school and a painting of a flower she used her hand to make. From Brynn: A questionnaire about me she made at preschool. My favorite questions/answers:
• What does Mom do? Make our beds. (Which is funny because they always make their own beds everyday!)
• What does Daddy call Mommy? Hey Honey
• Favorite food? Healthy stuff. Potatoes. 
• Where does she take you for fun? To get ice cream!
• What do you love most about her? She takes me to my friend's house.
• How cute is that? Todd was just as sweet and bought me flowers and gift card to get a pedicure. LOVE HIM! It was nice to just relax and read in the afternoon. I wish every Sunday could be Mother's Day!
• I am so very grateful I can be a mother. My husband and children are the biggest joys in my life. I hope to try harder to be a better, more loving and compassionate mother. I am so grateful to have been blessed with three wonderful kids:)