Spring Break

Since we had not been away alone together since our honeymoon (3.5 years ago). We decided to take advantage of Spring Break this year and take a trip to Breckenridge to get back to skiing. Here are some pictures from our trip and from Goose's get away to Grammy and Papa's.

We had an absolute blast. The sun was shining the entire time and the scenery was fantastic.

I would like to say that I think that Goose noticed we were gone. However,  I am going to guess that we were hardly missed.


The day we dropped her off, Lucy got to go to coffee with Gaga and Papa.

Then, she went shopping. No, she did not actually get the bike, but she thought she would take it for a test "ride."

Shopping can work up a girl's appetite. It was snack time. She had no problem opening wide.

At the end of the day, she got to explore all the animals and fish at Bass Pro Shop. She was less than thrilled with the taxodermy, but enjoyed the fish and getting to stretch her legs.

This girl was not about to give up her yogurt to go to bed.

Coffee seems to be a morning ritual so Goose got in on the fun. She was able to enjoy milk steamers so she felt like a big kid. She had a blast. Steamers and scones seemed to be the breakfast of champions for the week.

It was shopping time. We sorely misjudged when we packed. It was unseasonably warm here in Rock Chalk land and so Gaga and Papa took Goose shopping for a few new items. This was a contender, but ended up getting left at the store.

We even got a goodnight wave that night.

Papa and Gaga thought that a tree swing would be a fun new addition. They searched high and low to find the best (read: safest) swing in town. It was a gigantic hit. Notice the different outfits? This is not after wardrobe changes, just day after day of "wing, Gaga (or Papa), wing"

 

Goose was able to enjoy some tasty barbecued ribs. She dug right in.

Goose was intrigued with the mini rubber duckie. She was hanging out getting ready to go shopping, again. According to Gaga, "That's what girls do on vacation."

One last trip for coffee started with her wanting to be a big girl and drink out of Gaga's cup.

Then it was a milk steamer and a scone.

Then it was off to check out the daffodils that were in bloom already.

You would think that she would have been stuffed. This girl likes to get her hands dirty when she eats.

For one last adventure, Gaga and Papa took Goose out for pizza. She was not sure how she felt about Chuck E, but the rides were alright.

Friday Fish Frys are always fun during Lent. We took Goose to see Nana and Grandpa when we got back. Here are a few of the highlights from the fish fry.

Happy Spring!

This is a gift...

At least that is what a dear friend told me last night when I called in a panic asking potty training questions. I didn't think that potty training was something I needed to be up to speed on quite yet. After all, the majority of the little ones in our lives didn't start potty training until they were at least two. Nevertheless, our little Goose has been quite interested in the potty lately and less than interested in wearing a diaper. (Yes, I knew these were signs that she might be ready, but was really hoping to wait until this summer.) However, last night she sealed the deal. She told us she had to go potty and did. Here is to unexpected gifts and hopefully successful potty training!

Getting so big...

Our little goose is getting might independent. Last week when she was with Grammy, Goose got to play at an indoor playground. Before my mom could blink, she was on her way down the slide. Here is a pic that I got while at work that day.

Lulu (this is how she says her name) is getting quite confident in being a big girl. She is oh so proud of her "big girl" accomplishments.

Waking up from nap time

When our little Goose woke up from her nap this afternoon, her Daddy said he would go get her. After 10 minutes, I figured I should go check on the two of them. Here is what I found...

 Well, actually she was laying down with Daddy when I got up there the first time, but I had to run back downstairs for the camera. Once she saw the camera, she thought it was definitely play time.

Have a wonderful start to your week!

Sweet little ones...

Just when I think that our little Goose has run out of ways to make me melt, she does something like this...

I'm not sure if she was trying to drink the water or kiss the whale. Either way, it just brought a smile to my face. Which of course meant she kept up for a while. Unfortunately, all I had was my phone so forgive the quality. I didn't think to have the camera handy for an impromptu moment like this. Lesson learned.

Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Christmas

We had a wonderful Christmas in Rock Chalk land. Our little Goose loved opening her presents and taking it all in. She loved ripping the paper again this year. Although, I think she is starting to realize the things inside the paper may be more fun than the paper.

She got lots of wonderful things for Christmas. We opened presents Christmas Eve with my family. Uncle Ry was in town just for the day. So we spent the day with Grammy and Papa.

This particular package has books with our little Goose's name in the title. What a creative and wonderful gift!

This is probably the most played with toy she got. It's an alphabet train ride on toy. She loves playing with it.

 Time to stop for a snuggle with Papa. It was way past bedtime and we were pushing it. Hence, the paci to attempt to buy time.

 We woke up Christmas morning at our house and Lucy came down to find this.

 She was in love with the American Girl stuff. Thanks to L & J who just gave it to us. L decided she didn't need it any more. She was getting too grown up for it.

Goose got a purse. She loves carrying around Grammy's and mine. Grammy thought it was only right to get her a purse complete with cell phone, compact and coin purse. She loves carrying it with her.

She got a backpack too. She got a backpack from school in the fall and loved it. We decided she could get a new one for Christmas. She asks for her "ba pa" when she's ready to wear it around the house.

We hope that you all had a wonderful holiday season. We are hopeful you took time to remember what the season is all about. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a happy new year. We look forward to seeing what 2012 brings to all of our family and friends.

Santa Visit

Our little Goose still isn't real sure about Santa. We actually had to take two different trips in to see him as the first time was just too much. I thought this picture was adorable. She was definitely more interested in the candy cane than she was in the man in the big red suit.

Happy Holidays!