Alive and living!

Last week it was movie time! The family ventured to the drive-in to see Toy Story 3. Can't beat going to the movies on a Thursday night. The kids love watching a movie in the car in their pajamas. Lucky for us Jake loves "booty" and buzz so he was into the movie the entire time. Maybe we'll eventually venture out and take him to an actual movie theater.



I can't believe it's been a year since Sebastian held his annual work day at the races. Last year Jake and I didn't attend for one reason or another, but we all made it this year. The kids LOVE going to watch the horses. I suppose we've started them a little young, but I have to say Alyssa always picks winners and we always have a great time! Maybe Jake will be picking winners next year too!

Jake, TT, Alyssa and Brent at lunch

Jake wearing Brent's sunglasses at the races

Picks and ticket in hand...don't break her concentration while her horses are running

Alyssa and I joined her friend on Saturday morning to see Ramona and Beezus. I'm not sure who was more exited to see the movie, me or Alyssa. I loved the Ramona books growing up and now Alyssa has taken to the books as well. She is just finishing Ramona the Pest. Can't believe she's old enough to enjoy the books, let alone read them on her own.

The movie was really cute! There were funny and sad parts to the movie. Wasn't expecting much from the movie at all. A few times Alyssa leaned over and said it's okay that you are crying mom, my eyes are watery too. ha ha!

Sebastian and I headed to Vegas on Sunday for a quick much needed getaway. It's amazing how fast you can drive to Vegas without kids in the car. No stops to stretch the legs, change diapers, take a break, etc.... It was a peaceful quiet drive that allowed us to talk to each other. Imagine that. :) We ate quiet meals at restaurants, saw Jersey Boys, shopped, read a book, took a nap and even won $90 on a penny slot....ah! So fun and relaxing! Too bad we can't do it more often, but grateful we are able to do it all!