Category Archives: Cassidy
Cottage Life
by Heather | 0 comments
We visited my mom and Paul’s cottage this weekend! My grandparents were actually up from Florida for the week too and it was SO nice to visit with them. They met Cassidy and my brother’s daughter, Brielle, for the first time. We’d been together two years ago at my brother’s wedding and I was 7 months pregnant with Miss Cassidy then. Ben didn’t quite make the connection that they were MY grandma and grandpa, but we all had fun!
4 Generations: My grandpa, mom, brother and niece :)
Cassidy was NOT thrilled she had to share spotlight time with Brielle ;-)
Saturday weather was beautiful, 70s and sunny!
The kids played on the playground behind the cottage and enjoyed making some new friends.
The kids also got to meet my mom and Paul’s new rescue doggie, Jackson. He is such a sweetheart and was very good with the little ones the whole weekend.
The weather may have been nice, but the lake was still freezing! I think in the low 50s! That didn’t stop Andy from suiting up and heading out on his jetski. He bought it on craigslist a few months back and has pretty much gutted and rebuilt all the innards. I’m SO proud of him (and maybe slightly jealous of all the attention he gives her…) He even convinced Paul to head out on the lake too, even though everyone else on the cottage lane thought they were crazy. Ben went for a little ride too but said it was too cold and windy and asked to turn around. I’m proud of him for trying!
All the kiddos enjoyed snuggles with Nonna. My kids were exhausted from all the activity and slept really well for naps and night time (woo hoo!)
Saturday night, Paul’s brother Dan was at a neighboring cottage and popped over to visit and show us his drone. Andy wished he’d brought his, but there just wasn’t room as we’d taken my car. Andy said he didn’t have the guts to fly it over the water like Dan did anyway ;-)
Andy and Paul watching the sunset.
It was a gorgeous sunset that night. We don’t always get to see a spectacular one every time we’re there (in truth it’s usually just twice over the summer we visit) but there were lots of clouds to reflect light and lots of interesting colors and hues. I took so many pictures and it was so hard to pick my favorites.
Even Jackson was out on the deck enjoying the evening with us.
Sunday was a bit gloomy, grey and rainy so we stayed inside most of the day. The kids enjoyed lounging in their jammies and playing on the tablet together.
A cuter shot from Paul. This picture almost makes you think they get along ;-) They are pretty good buddies :)
We had such a nice time with you mom and Paul, thank you for having us! (I know, you’re saying “duh, of course!”)
I know it’s regular life for you, but cottage life is a special treat!
Water fun
by Heather | 0 comments
It’s been so nice this year to have the kids play outside and get the chance to do a little gardening and weeding. In previous years I’d have to sit in the little kiddie pool with them or hover right over them to make sure nobody wandered off. This year they’re actually playing together (mostly nicely) and really stay entertained in the backyard. The kiddie pool with slide and sprinkler are particular favorites.
Madeline Marie
by Heather | 0 comments
We got to visit Becky and Jared’s new baby girl this week, she’s the sweetest :) Ben loved her and wanted to show her his Legos. Cassidy got a huge lip quiver and burst into tears when I held her (she did the same thing when I held Brielle at Easter). Jealous much? I’m so excited to be an Auntie to little miss Maddie!
21 months
by Heather | 0 comments
Cassidy is 21 months old! She is little miss attitude and knows exactly what she wants (from books, to shoes, to coats to which toy she brings in the car…she’s incredibly particular). I always remember Ben being Mr. Chill, Cassidy is NOT ;-) She lets you know with a sweet “Yeah!” or emphatic “Nooooo!” She also still screams, a lot. I’m scared of the two’s and three’s because if the past few months are any indication we’re in for a wild ride!
She’s using sentences more and more. Some recent ones are “Help shoes mommy”, “Ew yucky daddy”, “Ba kiss kiss” (wants a kiss from Ben), “Uh oh where ducky.” She also giggles hysterically when someone toots (Ben capitalizes on the opportunity).
She loves Elmo, duckies, books and her kitties. Still adores her brother, although they love.yell.love.yell.love each other. Most mornings start with Cassidy crying “Mommy!” from her crib (funny how they never call for daddy…). Ben responds with a scream from his room “Cassidy be quiet you’re hurting my ears!” To which Cassidy screams “MOMMY!” louder. It goes back and forth until I drag my carcass out of bed and attend to them, all usually happening before 7am.
Getting into a mess.
Getting into another mess.
Snacks are yummy.
Cheeks!
No more snack :(
Cassidy Joy, from screams…
To smiles in a second :)
Easter 2015
by Heather | 0 comments
We had Easter dinner at our house again this year. Justin, Kate, baby Brielle, Becky, Jared and Grandma and Grandpa joined us. It was such a nice, relaxing afternoon together.
When you wake up from nap and there are a bunch of people in your house…
Opening round two of Easter baskets with grandma and grandpa.
The bubbles were a big hit!
Even Jack the cat got in on the action.
Uncle Jared and Aunt Becky! Baby girl is due any day now!
Uncle Justin and Aunt Kate!
It was Brielle’s first Easter, she slept through most of the afternoon :)
If I don’t look directly at him, the guy with the beard doesn’t exist.
Grandpa’s pretty funny when he pretends to sleep.
Becky made us this super cute dessert. Andy’s mom also made a cheesecake and Kate made a peanut butter banana pie that got smushed by their stroller ;-) Oh well, it was all delicious! We ended up going a little nontraditional on the main meal though. Andy wanted to make something in the smoker so we smoked a turkey (Justin gave us much flack for it).
