Haha
Dorky, I know. I totally agree.
Anywho...
This post has a lot of randomness in store, so buckle your seatbelts and hold on tight.
First of all, I got to do something the other day that I haven't EVER done. I took Caitlin, my sweet and sassy 10 year old, out on a mommy/daughter date. It's been a long time coming (I just hate it that this is our 1st, but with 2 smaller kids it's been hard to just get us alone and out of the house). We went to the mall, shopped around in Justice, and found some cute clothes for her. She also helped me pick out a ton of stuff at Bath and Body Works. Man, I am so totally in love with that place--everything smells SO GOOD.
*Can I just insert here that the clothing choices for today's tweens (ages 9-12) are just rediculous?!? Most of the shirts are too tight, too low cut, too see through, etc. Don't even get me started on the shorts. Holy cow, the majority are way too short!*
Sorry, back to orginal post now.
So after the mall, we went to get pedicures. I haven't had one since I was in Melanie's wedding, so I felt a little splurge was not a big deal. Caitlin used to get her nails painted all the time, but she has never enjoyed a pedicure. We went and had a blast! The ladies who pampered us were so sweet, and they painted our toenails so beautifully. I can't wait to take Caitlin with me again. It might have to be a regular thing. :)
Speaking of Caitlin---here is a pic of her new haircut and her braces. She's done so well with the braces thus far. Not that she's a big fan of them, but I'm sure she'll thank us when she's older. Here's hoping anyway.
I tell you what, Caitlin is such a sweety pie. She really makes my life so much easier--and a thousand times better! I am so thankful to be her momma. If only they were all this easygoing...And finally, I am including a pic of something we received in the mail today.
This letter contains John's official orders for the Army National Guard.It tells when/where/how he will be leaving, and it's all starting to really sink in. My husband has quite the challenge ahead, but I know without a doubt he will be GREAT at it. Every time I see a new piece of information or stack of paperwork, I realize it's creeping up on us.
Wow.
No turning back now (not that there was EVER a chance for that, but you know...)
~Mel
5 comments:
How FUN!! I am so glad that you got to spend some sweet time with your great girl, who looks great in braces by the way!! Tell her hi for us! John's journey is going to be an exciting and unforgetable one for the whole family! That is awesome and you are awesome for supporting him! Love you sister!!
So much fun!
I have to tell you, I ran in the other room when Lane brought the snake in!!!
Oh how sweet!! I freak out on how short the clothes are for 6 year olds so I am not looking forward to the clothes for Lanta when she's Caitlin's age...bitter sweet! Your toes look beautiful..good memories you two are making together and that's what it's all about!! You family will be in my prayers..you have a very exciting journey ahead of you!
What fun! I wanna a girl now! Maybe I can come borrow your tween??
I love mother/daughter time. Alexis my mom and I went to get pedicures for Mother's day. It was so nice! We are so proud of John and though this will be a tough journey we know he and you guys are going to prevail with flying colors! I am always praying for you guys!
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