Marathon Monday

Yesterday was a very sad day in our city.  A tradition in Boston, the marathon, was marred by unthinkable acts that still seem surreal.  Patriots Day in Boston is traditionally such a fun day in the city with lots of events and happiness.  I spent many of my pre-children days in the city during the marathon and it was a great time.  Unfortunately, this day will forever be marred with this tragedy and it makes me feel sad that Patriots Day in Boston will always mean something different to my kids.  The kids were at school for a half day the day of the marathon.  Carter's class talked about the marathon and held a "mini marathon" for all the kids.  When I picked him up he was so excited about it and asked who won the marathon and if we could watch.  I couldn't.  Couldn't turn on the television with him because I did not want him to see the images on TV.  Its hard explaining to a 5 year old what happened.  Tragedies such as this take on a new meaning when you have kids. 

Easter Weekend

We had a nice Easter weekend.  We went to the zoo on Saturday, colored eggs, and Nana came over for dinner on Sunday. 

Maple Weekend

We went to Plattsbugh this weekend and went to Parker Family Maple Farm for maple weekend! We did this last year with my Mom and friends of mine.  This year a lot of people met us including Uncle Scott, Hillary, Lyla, and Kate.  We had a good time. 

Snow Day

The kid's school was closed this past Tuesday due to snow.  I was secretly hoping they closed so I would have a good excuse not to go to work.  The kids and I had a really great day at home together. 


Waffles for Breakfast

St. Patricks Day

We went to Uncle Brian's and Aunty Erin's to celebrate Alanna's birthday on St. Patricks Day.  The kids had a great time.  They played lots of games and won prizes. 

Green milk for lunch.

Sledding & Maple Syrup

We went to the Corliss house on Saturday and has so much fun.  We went sledding and got to go on a tour of the neighbors sugar shack.  They even gave the kids a sample of maple syrup right out of the boiler.  It was a beautiful day and the kids had a great day. 

Carter loved playing with Penny outside.

Sampling the sap

Mason getting a free ride back up the hill