The Volovsek Family

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Monday, April 30, 2012

Happy Birthday Papa Dave

Yesterday, we took a little day trip up to my Dad's.

We helped out a little, took a walk/ride in the woods, and celebrated some birthdays!

Both Ellie's and my dad's!

We grilled burgers, and had strawberries and angel food cake for dessert,

complete with candles and singing, of course!

It was a good day!

Lila fell asleep snuggled up in Papa's arms!

Smooches over shortcake!

Well... at least he doesn't ACT 65!

Dad, Dave, Papa... we love you!

Happy Birthday!

XO!

Friday, April 27, 2012

It's Friday

It's Friday and it's almost the end of the month.

And just because I feel like it, I'm going to do a "random" post.

And just because it's poopy weather outside, I'm going to post pictures in various shade of black and white.

Just because I can.

My life has been different in the past two weeks.

I've been home.

It's a little wierd, but good too.

Great in some ways, not so great in others, but I've been home.

And since I kinda like my family... well, I can't really complain too much!

I've got cute kids.

This is nothing new, it's just that I like to share that with everyone.

You know, like a public service.

Sometimes we eat ice cream under the table.

I let my kids lick the beaters.

I will not fear the uncooked eggs!!!

(actually, this recipe didn't have eggs in it, but even if it did... I still would have let them lick the beaters)

(I would have licked a beater too... maybe even finger-swiped the bottom of the bowl!)

My husband is awesome.

Again, nothing new. Just stating the facts people.

Oh, and he's sexy!

(Seriously, I can't wait to show him off this summer! Mmmmmm...)

If you are two years old and like to do things independantly... this is how you get a drink of water.

Lila likes to dress up in her "twirly skirt"

And this one is in color. Because it just looks better in color.

...and so does this one...

...and this one too...

It's good to end a post on a colorful note!

Okay, I'm done.

Happy Friday!

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Birthday weekend festivities

** Warning: LOTS of photos **

Our littlest munchkin reigned supreme all weekend as each day had a touch of celebration!

You only turn 2 once, ya know?

On Friday, Elle and I spent the day alone together while Daddy was at work and Lila was at daycare.

She and I shared a plate of eggs and a grapefruit and she got to watch a show of her choosing without Lila throwing a fit about it! We went to Target on a short shopping trip and then mosied around Chaska and snapped some photos! A nice long nap when we got home and a lovely evening with the whole family!

Saturday was her actual Birthday, and although the weather was icky, we made it a pretty good day! Lila colored her little sister a picture first thing in the morning, and for lunch they had one of their very favorite meals... FISH STICKS (I know, gross right?) Then we had some cake and sang Happy Birthday and Elle opened her present from Daddy and I. A BACKPACK of her very own! (filled with a few little special things!)

Mid-morning movie and popcorn!!

"I'm TWO"

Filled with goodies! Coloring book, new shirt, and a BUBBLE BLOWER!

Putting her to sleep that night was hard for me. I cried as I rocked her. Yes, I still rock my baby... she loves sto be cradled up in your arms with her blankee and cuddled at bedtime, so I will take every opportunity to rock her that she gives me! Soon this phase will pass, and my baby will be a baby no more. Almost completely potty trained, big girl bed, talking better each day... it makes me ... not really sad, just emotional. Time really flies!

Sunday was her little party. Nothing fancy, just a few family members. A little food, a few gifts, and of course some cake... it was a really nice day! I think Elaina was pretty tired by the end, but all in all, was a really good girl! Thank you so much to those who made the trek over to give her some love!