Friday Zoo Day

On Friday, I had the day off from work and Everly had no school for Veteran's Day so we headed to the zoo with my sister and the kids. It was a busy day to be at the zoo but thankfully we got there before it opens to non-members. The zoo is still slightly under construction but it is much better. We also upgraded our passes so we can see the Dinos in the Desert anytime through April. We checked out the Dinos first and then headed to the lions, hyenas, baboons and wild African dogs. On our way to the farm playground we were walking by the camels and Aspen (who is normally scared of all the things) decided she wanted to ride the camel. So I decided to roll with it. Teddy, Aspen and Everly all went for a ride together. She seriously never hesitated and did so well. Teddy was totally smashed in between the girls but they had a good time. We hit up the playground after and then the carousel on the way out. Aspen insisted on the giraffe that doesn't even move but she was happy. It was a good morning and I think 3/5 kids fell asleep on the way home so success!

these kids are obsessed with Christmas

love these kids!

 

these two are inseparable

Zoo Day

Thanks to all of the Veterans who have served or are currently serving our country. Each year Everly is understanding more and more about Veterans and even made a cute little book in Kindergarten last week. Luckily, I usually have this day off to spend with the girls and once again we went to the zoo. My sister and brother-in-law met us there and the weather was great. We also got there early because of the member hour and thankfully we did because it was really busy when we were leaving. I have no interest in going to the zoo if I have to park in the far lot! Nope! We will be back at the zoo next week for member preview nights of Zoolights and I can't wait!

The Sickness

So yesterday I had the day off and was so excited because who doesn't love a day off. Everly has been on and off sick since Saturday but she seemed to be better and no fever so I tried to send her to school. I could have kept her home but I don't want her to get out of the habit of going to school. I had barely gotten home and put Aspen down when they called that I needed to come get her. Soooo annoying. I know that it's rude to say my daughter being sick is annoying but I am just mad that I didn't just keep her home in the first place. After all of that morning driving and Everly coughing, I cancelled my plans to go to the Children's museum with my sister. Super bummed about that because Aspen would have had a blast. To top it off, Aspen was dealing with some constipation and her two top teeth coming in so yesterday was a pretty joyful day all around. I already had a hair appointment for 5:00 and when Justin got home I was so happy to get out of there. Once again, I know that is horrible, but I was just so bummed that my day off was ruined. I was supposed to have fun with Aspen and then we were going to watch Ev's soccer practice, but nope. Life had other plans. Thankfully my sisters helped out this week but I am really hoping Ev gets back to her normal self soon. She has basically missed a whole week of school and it stresses me out. I know its just preschool but I don't want her to get behind! Thank god I got my hair done yesterday because these girls are for sure giving me more gray hairs than I already had. Also, thank you so much to all of the Veteran's who have served and to those that are still serving our country. The girls are still a little young to understand Veteran's Day but I still try explaining it to them anyways.

 

too cool for school. literally.

nebulizing and humidifying

I do love the cuddles