this week . . .

because my family loves me and we have wonderful grandparents who love helping with our kids . . . and, because, you don’t have to ask me twice to go to NYC to be with friends, I headed up for a big adventure last weekend.  my traveling was less than pleasant, but once I got there, all was well with the world!  I loved spending time with great friends . . .

. . . and celebrating “Owlie’s” fabulous new apartment!  One day, I was sitting on this sofa drinking my organic juice . . .

. . . and the next thing I know, I am back in Virginia for less than an hour, and this is happening all around me!

my big city adventure came to a close, and I was met with lots of back-to-reality adventure this week within my own life . . .

we made it through monday without much more than an overturned grocery cart that landed three kids on the floor of Kroger . . . but, tuesday held some true chaos for us . . . after discussing that there was no blanket to be found in the top of their closet, the boys decided to ignore my wisdom and climb up their closet anyway, and piggy banks and treasures came crashing down!  It was sad and traumatic for those boys.

Anna had given her pacis up to a baby-girl friend of hers, and she was not napping (as can be expected).  However, Sister also hopped on out of her crib.  That is right, this child gave up her pacis and also began climbing out of her crib all in about 10 minutes.  I thought my freedom was disappearing before my eyes.  We threatened her with reminders of broken collar bones, and after 4 jumps out and some discipline, she stayed in her crib.  Wednesday was her first day napping in her crib without her pacis . . . and, as is true with every big girl, all a girl needs to make her happy is a cupcake with ‘prinkles on it!

We even sang “Good Job to YOU” (to the popular tune of Happy Birthday)

She was quite proud and quite excited!

Also this week, Sister was bitten at school.  She did not cry, but I almost did . . .

someone tied himself up in knots . . .

and claims he “sees land” up in the skies . . . {dear Jesus, thank you for warmer weather and a yard that my children love.  thank you, thank you, thank you.}

. . . as for me, I feel like I’ve been “swinging” by the seat of my pants these days.  It’s Thursday and I am one tired mama.  Bring on the weekend.  Bring it on.

More soon!  {and follow me on instagram for more frequent photos!  @shannonreppard}