Play Lab

 

Daddy had a dart tournament all day, so we met Grandma at the Play Lab in Mankato. We had a tip to get there early, and we were the first ones in the door. The kids got to play for a while before it got really busy.

 

Brody loved the farm and the boat.

 

It's really kid-friendly even for Bren's age. Budding musician?

 

Or actress?

 

Of course, what she does best - on the phone!

 

Brody in the tape maze. It was a fun way to spend a couple of hours.

Doctor Visits

Before I forget to add it- Brenley had her 15 month check up back on the 10th of March. Its been a busy couple of weeks. She weighed in at 20 lbs 12 oz (19th percentile) and was 29 inches (13th percentile). Once again she was not a fan of the shots, but the Dr. said she looked just perfect!
Fast forward til today when we are back at the pediatrician's office where we find out Brenley has a double ear infection. Poor girl, I wasn't sure but she had been tugging at her ears a bit and running just a low-grade temp. Glad I went with my instinct and had them checked out. She didn't make it quite as long as Brody did without an ear infection- but nearly 16 months is still something to be proud of. Lets hope those stinky ear infections don't plan to make up for lost time.

Introducing Henry David

 

Henry David Jones joined the family at 6:21am on Saturday. He couldn't be cuter!

 

I went up Friday night with my mom and dad. Ryan brought the kids up on Saturday. Brody was in a hurry to get there - he told Ryan to "Drive faster, Daddy". He liked Henry a lot and wants him to come to his house. He also says he wants his own boy baby!

Farm Show

 

We made our annual trip to the Farm Show on Friday night. It doesn't look like Bren is too happy with Brody's driving! 

 

The animals are always the favorite. Probably should add a disclaimer, "No animals were injured during these photos".

 

Brody wasn't quite as aggressive as Brenley. He did like holding the bunny, though.

 

She definitely needed a lot of supervision:). 

Last Swimming Lesson

 

Don't know what we will do at 7:30 on Saturday mornings when we don't have to go to swimming lessons! Despite the early hours, both of the kids really enjoyed it. Brenley wasn't real crazy about the life jacket practice, though.

 

And the big slide wasn't her favorite, either.

This is more like it.

 

Don't peak while they hide the buried treasure.

Brody even went down the big slide with his teacher.

 

His "passing" certificate.

Uncle Nate

 

Nate and Heidi were here this weekend and Nate wanted to go swimming with Brenley. Ryan and I didn't object to not getting in the pool at 8am. We weren 't sure how it would go, Bren runs a little hot and cold with Nate, but they did fine and had fun.

 

Playing Ring Around the Rosie.

 

A whole lot of splashing going on!

 

Nate and Brody watching Bambi.

Snowmobiling

 

There are a few crazy people in this house who want the snow to stick around. They'd actually welcome more of it! 

Future Gymnast?

 

Brenley usually sits in a nice big straddle when she plays toys on the floor. Notice the pointed toes and all:)

ECFE OPEN GYM

We went to ECFE Open Gym on Friday night. The kids got to run around for an hour, and it was free! Brody loved the rock climbing wall and playing hockey. Brenley liked all the different riding toys and just running around watching everybody else.

At the Mall

Brody decided at about 7pm Saturday night that he wanted to go to the mall. We did wait until Sunday morning to head over. Between the little rides, the play place, the carousel, and the food court, it was a couple hours of fun.