The month of May started off like a normal month, but quickly picked up steam as the month progressed. Let's start with Mother's Day. My sweet boys got me some new sheets that I requested. I was so excited that I washed them and put them on immediately! I also got a card from each of my three boys (yes, even Moose remembered!).
My loot!
Matt had to work on Mother's Day so I found my gift when I woke up that Sunday morning. Nate and I had the entire day to ourselves. Matt and I never go out to eat on certain holidays in order to avoid crowds. I honestly don't think we've ever been out to eat on Valentine's Day and well, Mother's Day was no exception. Since Matt had to work and we wanted to avoid crowds, Nate and Matt took me out to eat on Saturday. We went to one of Nate's favorite restaurants, Mitchell's Fish Market, and pigged out on some yummy food. Afterward, we decided to stroll around the Town Center. We were having a lovely stroll until the train passed by. Nate never showed any interest in that train until today. He made a beeline for the train stop and the next thing I knew he and I were on the train going for a ride around the Town Center. He had a blast! After we got off the train the three of us headed for the car. It was about to pour. Unfortunately, we were a little late and the three of us were soaked by the time we reached the car!
After eating
That smile did not leave his face for the entire ride!
So, Matt went back on a night rotation midway through May. Since May is a crazy time for teachers in general, and I had a field trip to Universal coming up along with a promotion ceremony, my mom came back for a few weeks to help out. I was so glad she did because the day of the field trip and the promotion ceremony Matt was on nights. She stayed until school was out and went home last week. While she was in town I was able to spend some time with her, and some time with Matt! We rarely ever get to do things together without Nate because of scheduling and hiring a sitter. Mom was more than willing to watch the little man so Matt and I were able to go out on a few dates. We went out for my birthday and watched The Hangover Part III. It was funny. I laughed. It wasn't as good as the first, but was better than the second. AND -- I got to watch Bradley Cooper for two hours. That alone was worth the $7.50! Matt and I also got to go out one night and try out a tapas restaurant called Ovinte. It was delicious! We had a fun night hanging out without worrying about getting home to a sitter.
I am now enjoying my first full week of summer vacation! I was so ready for a break and I have spent the week cleaning, relaxing, sleeping, and hanging out with my boys. Next week Nate starts swim lessons and I'll have to get up early to get him there, but I'm hoping he'll have fun! Here are a few pictures from the past few weeks!
How cute is this chair??? I found it at BJs and showed it to Nate. He loved it and of course it came home. Now don't get me wrong, we didn't need another piece of furniture in our house, but really -- how cute is this chair??
There is also a matching ottoman that didn't make it in the shot. He likes to sit in his chair and watch movies.
M-i-c-k-e-y M-o-u-s-e. Nate is obsessed with Mickey Mouse Clubhouse at the moment. While shopping at the outlet mall for my birthday, he had to ride on the Mickey toy.
My child often has very strong opinions about what he wants. Please notice how he is dressing himself these days........
Yes, it is June and we live in Florida, but this child love, love, loves his cowboy boots. The hat often goes out with us, too. Thankfully, I have been able to talk him out of the boots for most of our trips out.
I found this flavor of Ben and Jerry's the other day at Target. If you like peanut butter then this might be a flavor for you! I will warn you though -- it is rich! I can only eat about two spoonfuls before I have to put it away!
Matt was off yesterday and we took advantage of the day and went to the beach! Nate loves the sand and water and since we waited until late in the afternoon to go the weather was perfect!
It's hard to get Matt to smile sometimes. He later told me the sun was in his eyes.
Beach buddies!
My sweet beach baby!
Well, that is all I have for today. Here's hoping that my posts will be a little more frequent over the summer months! Happy Thursday!
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