We headed out to watch Daddy fill in on Uncle Alex's softball team. Tom had fun and the children enjoyed playing around with Granma before the game and watching Daddy during the game.
Saturday we didn't go anywhere but we had a blast playing outside and hanging around the house. When Granma came home from work we headed out for a nice, tiring, and long walk in the woods. Noelle loved climbing the big hill, looking for acorns, and just exploring. Max had a lot of fun too, walking most of the way by himself, except for a few rides on Dad's shoulders. Both Tom and I truly miss having woods around and resent the fact we have to BUY trees to have some! 
We decided to avoid traffic and enjoy one day at home, so we headed out around 4pm on Sunday. Before we left we wanted to tire the kids out so we headed to a park. The first one we went to was on the water but with the breeze it was a bit too cold. Before leaving we did try a few things out at the park, and Granma had to get in on the action too!
The next park was a big hit, Max and Noelle had a great time. Even Uncle joined in on the fun!
Max was overall a bit shy and cranky during the trip so his whining seemed to follow us where ever we went. He is still only 16 months so he has an excuse. Being outside or "side" as Max calls it, always put a smile on his face and guaranteed a meltdown upon ending the outdoor fun. Noelle had a few typical outbursts, mostly due to the fact her and Max didn't sleep that well sharing a room. All things very minor and overall it was, again, a wonderful trip Up North. We look forward to our next one.
Our beloved Uncle Fish passed this weekend too. Noelle was very upset and we told her we would flush him down the toilet and he would go to Fishy Heaven. She promptly looked at us and said, "He won't go to Heaven. He will go down the pipes and out to the septic tank.". Tom just had to teach her what happens when you flush the toilet! After she was calm she decided we needed to get another fish and name her Tinkerbell. A few days later she told Tom, "Tinkerbell will die too and then the garbage truck will eat him up.". I ended up putting Uncle Fish in the garbage. It's funny how children's minds work. 
I hope everyone enjoys the wonderful three day weekend!
Sunday morning was spent trying to take care of mom. Noelle kept saying, "Mom, today is your day!" Max was the usual little dude; oblivious to the special day, but loving his momma just the same. Noelle, Max, and I ventured out to the grocery store after lunch to give Natalie some alone time with Violette. They are always perfect with me when we go anywhere, and we had a good trip. I think their angelic behavior drives Natalie nuts, but it's only because I'm a change of pace for them. If I was home with them all day, they'd be testing their boundaries with me more. We got Natalie a necklace that she wanted with the children's names, birthstones, and birthdates on pendants. I think she really likes it, and there is room to add more. 
Installation of our fence began on Monday. I had to leave for a few hours for my six week doctor's appointment. That went very well. Anyways, when I came back the fence was well on it's way to being completed. When Tom arrived home, all that had to be finished was the gate, which still has not yet been completed. Upon walking the perimeter, the installation guys failed to follow simple directions. Tom was specific as to keep all the sprinkler heads inside the perimeter. About half are now outside the fence and we need to have them moved. Also we have a small section of fence in one corner, I don't mind it, but Tom being a perfectionist, it drives him insane. Something that would've been avoided, had they followed directions. It will be some time before the sprinkler heads are moved and the wire can be put on the fence. In the meantime I think it looks nice and although the small piece will forever annoy Tom, it is a nice addition to the house and will serve the purpose of containing the children once completed.
