Daddy & Me

I use my blog to update family,  but I also use it to archive pictures. 

So these pictures are a few recent moments I've captured of my beautiful kids and their amazing Daddy.

A Visit from Nana & Pops

Pops and Nana came to visit last weekend.  Our weekend was filled with fun in the sun, eating out,  and lots of laughs. They stayed three days. 
The kids had a blast. Especially Dylan, who was Pops sidekick.

Color Mania 5k

 

On April 6th I ran my first 5k. I've been meaning to post about it for awhile, but then as usual I got busy with family. The next time I was about to post, the Boston Marathon explosion happened. I decided it wasn't the best time for me to recap my run, and decided to redirect my attention on following the news on all the injured and the few that died. Just when people think they are safe, they aren't. Sad, very sad.

 

 

So here I am, a month and a half later........

 

It all started when I decided I really  needed to lose weight and get my body to the point that I wanted it. I know it's work but I needed to start somewhere. Signing up for this run held me accountable. So I started running at night and on weekends. Trying to find time with two small kids and working full time was a challenge for me. I'd love to join a gym, but I don't sit down until 8:30 at night and by then im exhausted from the day. When I added running into the mix, my relaxation time after the kids went to bed disappeared. But well worth it.

 

I signed up for The Color Run with a few girls I used to teach Kindergarten with. The object was to wear as much white as possible so that when runners crossed the finish line, they'd be filled with different colors. Let me back track. During the run, you cross through stations where volunteers throw color on your face, hair, clothing, or wherever it lands. In my case, I got it right in the mouth once because I was laughing. The powder they throw is some sort of colored cornstarch mixture. Let me tell you, it stains, and doesn't taste good at all!

The run went well and I had a blast. At the finish line, volunteers gave the runners packets of the colored cornstarch. As the music blared, everyone opened packets, and on the count of 3, BOOM, a cloud of color, raining down on a bunch of sweaty runners. It was AWESOME.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Here I am in white. It was a cool morning, so I had on a white sports bra, white tank top, and my long sleeved shirt. The cornstarch stained my skin through all those layers. 

 

 

It's hardd to tell but I had pink in my hair and on my cheek, yellow on the other cheek and in my teeth. Yum!

 

 

The end product. This picture doesn't do any justice.

 

I was proud of my color.

 

My number. It wasn't chipped unfortunately. This was more of a fun race than anything.

A chip would have let me check my times. 

 

My running buddies.

 

The Cloud! That's after we walked out of it. The packets of corn starch made this crazy cloud of color.

 

 

 

Eventually I'd love to run a half marathon. But for now I signed up for a 4 mile race in October that the proceeds go towards our local high school sports medicine class. Then I signed up for a September run, which is the sister run to this one. It will be held at night and full of glow sticks. 

Tech Babies

I toss around the idea of kids and technology.  We live in a society where technology is huge. It has become a natural part of our everyday lives. But where do we draw the line?
I think it's important that kids can use a computer and a phone, but should 5 year olds have a cell phone? Or an ipad? Gone were the days that every kid on the block was outside playing.  Now, kids are engaging in some form of technology and lack the ability to socialize. While I'm rambling, I often question if I've joined the 'bad parenting' Club.  Or the entertain your kids with technology club.

My kids know how to get into our phones.  They know how to find the kids games. They use our old ipods efficiently.  Emersyn turned on the tv today without us ever showing her how. Is this bad or wrong?
I want to create independence and I want them to keep up with the technology times, but is it too early? I battle with myself on this issue. 
I guess Im trying to look at the bright side. My kids love to play outside.  Dylan loves movies and cartoons but we limit how much he watches.  Dylan only plays educational games on the computer. Both kids love to listen to music. They use our old ipod touches to play kid friend games. We love to sing, dance, play, laugh, and just be silly.  So I guess having a 2 and 4 year old who can confidently use basic technology isn't the worst.  They can socialize with others and are decent in the behavior department.  (Emersyn is questionable. ..ha!)

My random rant is over.

All Board!

All Aboard!!!
Just another ride on the mall train.