San Fran

*pictures coming soon--technical difficulties*

my hubby pulled out all the stops for our anniversary this year. first, was the plane tickets out of town with arrangements for the kiddos taken care of. second, tickets to WICKED 7th row center stage.

shut up! it was F A B U L O U S! totally want to see it again. cracked me up AND gave me chills it was that good!
we saw the sights, ate dinner in 'real' sit-down restaurants, walked the Pier, took the scenic route {because no one would start crying or need to pee}, browsed the shops, and slept in. we could have stayed one more day, maybe two...or faked our own death and never returned. *wink*

the weather was colder than normal and the clouds blocked my view of "the bridge," but it didn't dampen my spirits one bit. and to think the whole weekend almost ended before it began with my gold medal sprint from security in terminal 1, to the gate in the basement of terminal 2. only to realize that in 5 years of flying delta this was the one time the flight would taxi and take off early...seriously, it was a totally "made for tv moment" and nothing an ice cold diet coke and krispy creme doughnut couldn't fix. plus i used the additional time to "people watch" in the airport. it was a dream!!

just what i needed

i've been struggling to create a routine that works, practice moderation in all things, and find the joy in motherhood that so many others experience. it seems to have been "one of those days," most days around here lately. but i'm better now because i watched this. it was just what i needed to hear. tomorrow will be a better day and a vaycay with my hubby this weekend is sure to help too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbYLKVgwztY&feature=player_embedded

it's always good to know that i'm not the only one struggling with crying, cranky kids. one day i'll miss these days. one day.

she's a keeper

yesterday, Chris asked Savanna if she'd like a sandwich for lunch. she replied, "yeah. ham, cheese on a square. no paper" turns out that the last time Chris made her a sandwich, he forgot to take the paper off the cheese. good thing she was specific this time around :)

her latest obsession is playing my "compooter." she thinks it's awesome that she can do it all herself. i think it's awesome that she's fully entertained and i get to overhear all the little "oup, agh, whoops, yeah" the whole time. although, i now have to "take turns" throughout the day if i want to check email, blog, etc.

she likes to tattle. worried about what your child is doing in the other room when your not looking. no worries, she'd let you know if they're doing something "questionable"

she's picked up the phrase "oh my gosh"

she currently refers to people/strangers as "customers"

she explains things is great detail, but often backwards. nouns before adjectives or verbs.

she won't eat white animal crackers, only pink

if something has glitter, it has "sprinkles"

she loves to dress herself. lately it's all about dresses. she likes to "twirl like a princess"

if asked to complete a task she often thinks for a minute, then replies "sure" {with a slight Boston accent} or "i no want to"

if she doesn't want something she'll say "i no like it"
if she wants to know why? she'll use how? {"how you do that?"}

she likes to find "mingos" while driving in the car...it's a game my niece taught her. when a yellow car is spotted you yell "BINGO" and get a point.

she still calls milk- muck, much to the dismay of her cousins

nine-er

Easton had his NINE month check yesterday and....drum roll please

he's healthy!

*happy dance*

weighing in at 20lbs 15oz staying true to form in the 60th percentile. reaching new heights at 30.2 inches and joining those in the top 90th percentile bracket. of course, keeping with Densley tradition and breaking records with a head circumference of 19.2 inches. great things are expected of this kid.

no ear infections, no asthma related illnesses, nothing! i didn't quite know what to do with myself. he's teething and has been for a while now, but no little teethies have made their debut. he's my little gagster. gags on everything. if it's too sweet--he gags. too bitter--he gags. new texture--gag. stage 3 baby food--gag. i found myself getting frustrated but have since found meal time to be one of pure entertainment. mixing it up for my own enjoyment. because although he will gag, he'll still proceed to take another bite. i'm sure my payback will come in due time.

his loves:

pestering his sister

electrical cords

dogs

being outside

balls

knocking things over {block towers, plants, stools}

making noise

his blankies, rock-a-byes, his bed

beginning to love books & babies

his newest trick is pulling himself up to a kneeling position, crawling over things, and discovering that the various pillows & blankets used to hid electrical cords can be pushed aside and access granted. he's very observant. he'll watch you do something, or put something away and as soon as you turn your back he'll make his move. so more baby proofing is in my future.

new words:

ma ma

da da

na na

he'll make a "mmmmmm" sound when he's hungry. he puts his head on the ground, thumps his leg, and cries when he's tired. he thinks hiccups are hilarious. peek-a-boo is a favorite game. swimming and bath time make his day while getting a diaper change is not a priority.

to infinity and beyond

i find these jammies absolutely comical.

too bad that when i went back to get the "woody"

version they were no longer available...bummer!

tee ball

i know!

i couldn't believe it either.

she went.

she listened to her coach.
she put on the team shirt AND hat.

she played.

she posed for a picture.

i was proud.

daddy was in awe.

#1 fave picture (below) {check out that smile :)}

of course, she is savanna and had her moments.

she summed it up as i tucked her into bed that night,

"it was a nice day."
and that's what truly matters. it was a nice day.

Happy FOURTH!!

i love my freedom & my country

i will be thinking of all those who are,

who have,

who miss & love those

fighting for that freedom!

thank you!

this IS the

"Land of the Free

Because of the Brave"

on a lighter note, it's just me and little e this weekend.

we may not be able to go outside to watch fireworks,

stuff our faces with bbq'd grub, or enjoy the parades; i think

i may just enjoy this a little bit more...

and i channeled my inner "Martha" and busted out some

star shaped treats. i gave up on the festive sprinkles. so

not as easy as they make it seem. just as satisfying without them.

YUM!