Breakfast on the farm

Sat morning we went to the annual Breakfast on the Farm. Being our first time we really didn't know what to expect but thought it would be fun since Jackson is really into barns and loves animals. There were so many cars that they had a police officer directing traffic. We had to park out in a field and then took a wagon ride to the farm. They had around 6 tractors and wagons going so we didn't have to wait long. Once we were on the farm Jackson couldn't wait to see all the cows and go in the barns. They had everything a little boy could ask for. From tractors and combines to fire trucks and a petting zoo. They even had a kids ride which Jackson did all by himself. For me that was a little much, his first ride alone, he really is getting older. The line for breakfast was a little long and so we opted for the ice cream instead. What could be better than being on the farm and having ice cream for breakfast?! We'll definitely do it again next year.

A Well Deserved Break

Last weekend my parents took the Lake Express ferry across and helped us move all of the boxes and such that were in the garage of the townhouse. Dad also built shelves in the garage, changed out the outside lights, helped w/the sump pump and built Jackson a sand box. THANK YOU! They worked their butts off for us and we really appreciate it.

Since then we've been priming and painting, getting new carpet in, mowing the lawn and trying to sort things out. Through it all Jackson has been great! He's played with his toys, and in his sandbox and just kept himself busy so that we could work.

Today Jackson and I took a well deserved break from the house and enjoyed the beautiful day. We went down to Bayshore (the mall) and our first stop was to Barnes and Noble to play with the trains and pick out a new one, he got Mighty Mac. Then we stopped to pick up some pizza and went down to the plaza to watch the summer concert and the kids playing in the fountain. After our lunch we went down and got our feet wet with the other kids. It was exactly what we needed!

Tomorrow Steve and Marcia come in to help us move the rest. We're praying for no rain and no surprises.

Memorial Day Weekend

Jackson and Leah (he was pretty sleepy here)

At the park
Watching baby ducks w/Nana Luban
His pitching stance
Great Grandma Barnett
Jackson and Daisy

Roasting his first marshmallow
Getting uncle Dave's nose
Riding the tractor at Nana Driesenga's
Great Grandma VanOveren

Brandon riding the "Hog"

Eating ice cream with his cousins

Hello! As you can see from the pictures we had a great Memorial Day weekend. The weather was gorgeous, probably the best we've had yet this year and it allowed us to grill out each night while we were in town. We were able to spend lots of time with family. Each day we went somewhere new and each night we had to fight to keep Jackson awake until we were able to get back and get him into his jammies. He really enjoyed playing with everyone and all the animals. He played with Leah on Sat (thanks Leah) while we grilled out at my aunt and uncle's. He had so much fun with her he wouldn't let her out of his sight. He also enjoyed her bunny, horses, chickens and baby kittens. Sun Marcia and I took him to the park to play and we saw 30 baby ducks, they were so cute! Then that evening he got to play w/Daisy, Jeff and Susan's dog, while we grilled out at their house. Mon he played with his cousins Cam and Austin. They all chased the chickens and baby pheasants and Jake, a goofy hound dog, at my parents house. Between the chasing, jumping on the trampoline and just being outside I think he had a great time and it was a nice way to end a perfect weekend.

We drove back home on Tues and then had our final walk thru Wed morning. Everything went well and we closed this morning, YEA!!! The previous owners won't be out until the 8th and after that we'd like to change out the carpet and maybe do a little painting. Then we get to move in and finally unpack, I can't wait!! We'll post pictures once we get some.

Zoo Pics

The past couple of weeks have been a little tiresome. We were suppose to meet Brandon's dad & Patty in Detroit for Mother's day weekend but had to cancel because Jackson wasn't feeling well. Turns out he had a sinus infection. They prescribed some meds but they weren't quite strong enough and we had to go back in this past weekend and get something a little stronger. He seems to be doing much better and is finally starting to sleep more, YEA! We are planning to go to MI for the holiday weekend so we've been taking it very easy this week. I went out and rented 6 Thomas movies, which we watch over and over and he still doesn't tire of them. Last week we had a couple of really nice days and we packed a picnic and spent the afternoon at the zoo. These are a few of the pictures from then.

Checking out the bridge

He liked the Tiger so close.

When the goats got a little pushy he told them "Easy Fellas".

I don't know where he comes up with it sometimes. :)

He liked to feed the goats.
Sleepy Bear
Elephants
Baby goose
Polar Bear
This was after oinking at the pigs.

His favorite, the train!

We are planning to go to MI for Memorial Day weekend and we close on our house May 30th. For those who haven't heard yet, we bought a house a little north of here in Jackson, WI. Our house is just off of Jackson Dr, down the street from Jackson elementary and across from Jackson Park. We'll never have to worry about Jackson forgetting where he lives. :) We'll have most of June to move in so we'll be able to paint and won't be rushed. As soon as we can we'll take and post some pictures of it. We can't wait to finally unpack!

Spring is Here

It looks like spring is finally here! We spent a wonderful weekend outside checking out the area parks, teaching Jackson baseball and grilling out. It was GREAT! Here are a few pictures:

Keeping Busy

Jackson w/Tom the guinea pig.
Having fun with Easter grass

Giant cookie from the Easter Bunny

Jumping in the foam blocks at the gym

Jumping around on the trampoline

having fun w/the kids and the parachute

balancing on a ball...harder than it looks. :)

Sliding w/cousins Cameron and Austin

Wheeee!

Hello! We've had a few busy weeks so I'll try to sum them up:


On our last trip to MI we came home with a couple of guinea pigs. My sister was getting rid of theirs and somehow they ended up with us. Jackson has named them Tom and Jerry.


Easter was good. It was a little cold and snowy here but the Easter Bunny was sneaky (according to Jackson) and hid an Easter basket in his tent with a trail of Easter eggs leading back to his room for him to follow. Somehow we got lucky and Jackson doesn't like candy, maybe a sucker or two but that's it. So the Easter bunny left toys, trains, money, and a giant cookie.


We've made a few friends from the library and also joined the MOM's Club of Mequon and have been keeping busy with play dates and playgroups. So far we've gone to a swim center, an open gym with gymnastics equipment, and a play center. Next week we are going to the fire dept. Jackson can't wait!


Last week Jackson and I met with the realtor and went thru some homes. We found a couple that we want to go back thru with Brandon. Since then Brandon and I also found a few more in different areas. Hopefully we'll find something soon. The close quarters here are starting to drive me crazy. We don't want to rush into anything but hope to find something soon. After this move I don't want to have move again for a LONG time.


This past weekend my sister and her family came for a visit. Jackson had a blast playing with his cousins. It was finally a beautiful weekend. Sunny and warm and of course a little windy. It seems like it's always windy here. Sat we went to the zoo. Sun my sister and I took the boys to a couple of different parks in the area while Brandon and Trevor went to the Brewers game. We all had a great time. Then ended the night swimming and hot tubing at the hotel. This morning was quite a bit cooler and Jackson and I went to the hotel for breakfast and a final swim. Then it was back to our house to play a little longer before they had to leave.


Potty training is still a work in progress. He's doing much better with his stinkers but not quite mastered them yet. He has quite the Thomas the train collection now though. Next we get to work with pulling our pants up and down and wiping. Oh, and aim. He needs a little work on that too!


We've been looking into preschools for next fall and leaning more toward the church ones. There is an open house tomorrow night that we're going to check out.


I think that about covers it. Hope everyone is doing well and we'll try to post again soon.