Anya's Baptism

Once we got home with the kids, we had to feed Macie and get ready for the day. We were invited to witness Anya Claire's baptism. She was baptised at Holy Rosary Church after the 11:00 Mass. I'm glad that it was after Mass so we didn't have to worry as much about the kids being quiet. Gavin slept the whole time and Macie sat on the steps eating some crackers. After the baptism, we went to Rachel and Eric's house for lunch, cake, and gifts. Gavin was quite the ham and had a blast kicking and playing on the floor. Macie was good, but we were afraid she would break something. Plus, it was her nap time so she was a bit cranky. She also had a hard time with the fact that none of the presents were for her. As soon as gifts were over, we left so Macie could take a nap. We feel so lucky to have been part of such a special day in their lives!
Tonight, we are going to Crazy Buffet with my mom, dad, and Allie for my birthday (a few days early). Then we will come home, catch up on some tv shows, and call it an early night! It's a crazy life, but I honestly wouldn't have it any other way!!!

First Overnight

Last night Macie and Gavin spent the night at Grandma and Grandpa's house. It was Gavin's first overnight. He is five months old, so it was about time, but I always have a hard time with stuff like this. Macie couldn't wait for us to leave and Gavin was happy as can be talking to Grandma when we dropped them off. Brian and I went to Mass by ourselves. That is such a rare treat and we were actually able to listen to what Father was saying. There was a baptism during Mass and it made me miss the kids, but I survived! Then we made a quick stop at Target before heading home to get everything ready for the night. We went to Allie's for an adult only party. It was a small crowd but a lot of fun. It was so nice to not have to worry about what Macie was getting into. Great food, great company, great time! This morning we picked up the kids a little before ten and Macie was quite the crab. It's almost like she was punishing us for leaving her even though she had fun. Brian and I were both exhausted from staying up so late, but it was nice to have all four of us back together again!

A Very Busy Weekend

Some how, we always seem to have a lot going on and this weekend was packed from start to finish. Saturday morning, we got up bright and early and headed to Bloomington. We met our friends, Amy, Doug, and Sam. I went to college with Amy and we have remained friends. We try to get together at least once a year and Bloomington seems to be half way point for us. Their little boy, Sam, is only 11 days older than Macie. He is such a cutie! We ate brunch (it was 9:30 for us and 10:30 for them) at Cracker Barrel and then walked around campus for a bit. We love hanging out with them because it doesn't seem to matter how long it's been, we just jump right back in where we left off! I wish they lived closer. Hopefully, it won't be a year until we see them again! We weren't able to visit for long because we both needed to get home, but it was a great time!

Gavin, Macie, and Sam

Future IU cheerleader?

McDonald's Play Date

My dad has been bugging me for a while to bring the kids into his office. They were dying to see our little guy. The ladies loved on our little sweeties and went on and on about how precious they were. I have to agree! Next we headed to McDonald's to eat lunch and play. Brandi, Reagan, Lilly, Patti, Mitchell, and Maddie met us there. I haven't ever taken Macie to play there. She had a lot of fun but she was still too little to play in the tunnels. She wanted to go in them so badly, but she wouldn't go in without me. Obviously, I can't go in so she will have to wait until next time! When we got home, Macie crashed without a fuss even though she didn't have her pap!!! It was another great Wednesday play date!

Reagan, Lilly, and Macie hadn't seen each other since their birthday party, so the girls had to check each other out when we first got there!
This is as far as she got in the tunnels...the platform!

Concentrating hard on getting up to the next level!

Lilly found a happy meal box!

Reagan was showing Macie how it worked

Right before we left, I had a great idea to get a pic of all the girls together. What a task! They are all in the same picture but I couldn't get them to all look at me!

Reagan, Lilly, Macie and Maddie