doughnut send-off

We said goodbye to our friends this morning at the house. They all came over bearing doughnuts and juice. The kids played, Moms talked, and we all splurged and ate a doughnut or two (pregnant Moms-maybe three). It was sad to say goodbye, especially now that all the kids are getting to the age where they can really play and develop friendships. We will definitely miss our friends here in Manila while we are in the States. It's not goodbye, just see you later.

Happy Birthday Justin

We surprised Justin with pictures Addie and I had taken while he was away in Australia last month. He came home at lunch time to spend the rest of the day with us and was showered with homemade birthday cards from Addie. She carefully described to him that it it was "paint" and a "heart". Justin and I are headed to see Watchmen and get sushi this evening to really live-it-up for the big 3-0.

Happy Birthday Justin/Daddy. We love you!

Cake for a 30 year old

Justin turns 30 on the 16th and we decided to celebrate with cake a day early (mostly so Addie and I can have one more day to eat an extra piece). I made Justin's favorite, carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. It's so good! Addie is a frosting girl and just picks off the frosting leaving the cake on her plate. I can't blame her since the frosting is awesome. We had a great weekend with tons of family time together. Addie had lots of time with her Dad at the park and the pool. I know I am slightly biased but my hubby looks pretty darn hot at 30. I might even go as far as saying he is more handsome today than the day I first met him 8 years ago. I am a lucky woman. Not just because he's gorgeous but because there is happiness in his eyes and I know more than anything in the world he loves his girls. I must have done something right to be apart of the last 8 of Justin's first 30 years. Here's to the next 30 together.

pony tails of a tired pregnant lady

I'm so excited that Addie doesn't seem to mind having her hair fussed with as much these days. She let me give her a pony tail today. She also sat still for her Daddy to put nail polish on her toe nails. She says "pretty" and points to her toes. There is like 3 coats of polish on her toes now.

On another note, I am so tired this Friday. On top of my growing belly and uncomfortable restless nights, Cora became violently ill on Tuesday and has been home ever since. Addie and I managed quite well on our own keeping busy with play dates and trips to the swimming pool. There's only been one moment last night while getting dinner ready and listening to a whining screaming child who wouldn't eat anything I put in front of her that I lost my cool. It wasn't my crowning moment as a Mom. After we both ate we felt better. The problem is that we both loose it when we hit the hunger limit. It's not a pretty site to witness. Without Cora here to help with Addie I definitely feel the weight of Bella at the end of the day. My goal to take it easy my last week in Manila before flying to Washington didn't come to fruition but we are making the best of it. After getting news last night that the other pregnant lady in Justin's office due the same day as me (May 1) was in labor and gave birth to a 4 lb 5 oz preemie unexpectedly 7 weeks early; I decided to sit my butt down and put my feet up. Screw the dirty dishes. Thank goodness it's Friday and Justin's coming home early tonight!

puzzle master

We've had this shapes and colors puzzle since Adelaide turned one. She just chewed the pieces back then. Suddenly she's now separating the colors and putting the correct pieces together. Yesterday she finished the shape and said "heart"! It's amazing how fast she's catching on.

Packing-sort of

For weeks now I've been stashing stuff I plan on packing for Washington on the counter in my bedroom. This is the stack I have so far. I'm a little concerned I won't be able to get it all in the suit cases for our flight home! This stack is just Addie and Bella's stuff. I haven't even thought of myself. Then I have to throw in favorite toys, books, movies, camera, DVD players, and diapers; it's a bit of a mess. I still have 8 days to get packed so hopefully I can get it done without forgetting too much. Not sure why I'm worried since there is a Target down the street from my parent's house! I am getting anxious/excited for our trip. Addie came in and helped me pack this morning.

floaties

We had a lovely evening of swimming and dinner with our friends this past Saturday night. They had an extra pair of floaties that Addie tried in the pool. At first I didn't think she was in to them but when I tried to remove them she insisted that I keep them on. Sunday we spent time in the pool before lunch. The sun was shinning and we all wore ourselves out. Everyone except Bella who was doing flips in my belly while I was in the water.