class parties!

One of my favorite things about my job is that I can visit with the kids every single day.  Usually several times a day.  Davis & I have outside time together and I go tuck Carson in everyday before her nap.  We blow kisses through the windows and their teachers bring them to me if they are sad or hurt.  It's amazing.  The best case scenario for a working mama for sure.  Another huge benefit is knowing their friends by name and being a regular attendee to the parties! 

Isn't Valentine's Day just so fun?  I just love all the hearts, fun red clothes, and sweet sayings. 

My poor little ones don't know that you can buy Valentine's from the store.  We have not done that yet.  This year I printed pictures of them and attached suckers...borrowed from a cute blog.  They turned out great!  But, Davis was a little shocked when he saw all the Toy Story ones he got from friends! 

Here are some cute pics. from the day of celebrating those we love at school. 



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preparing

We just returned home from a fabulous five days together. 

We visited the great Smoky Mountains and had a ball in our little cabin. 

Pictures & post to come....

I'm preparing my mind and body this week to fly solo for the next five weeks. 

Not looking forward to it one bit, but going to make the very best of our situation.

Military families do this....for much much longer. 

I think it's because the kids are older.  They know when he's not here.

I think it's because I'm working full time and Shane does his share & then some to help...

He's been to the land down under before, but this trip just seems different. 

Hopefully, it's his last!  :-)

If you see me, ignore the dark circles and frazzled hair.  Ha!

I have some projects under my sleeve and just ordered a new book to read. 

Hoping to blog more so he can be in the loop. 

Oh, and it's summer in Australia so I'm a little green with envy. 

Enjoyed our time so much now off to help him pack!



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