Blue Harbor Resort & Daddy's Birthday

Mark and Ellen treated us to a fantastic time at the Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan on Greg's birthday weekend.  The girls loved the waterpark, and kept giggling over the idea of swimming inside during the winter.  I loved getting away and being able to focus on just having fun with my kids--they had permanent smiles on their faces the entire time.  I also loved that the resort had Starbucks coffee, and that my sweet husband surprised me with a box of the most amazing chocolate croissants from a chocolatier in Kohler on Saturday morning!!!  Yum!

All of us enjoyed the Lazy River...

There were 2 slides that were just right for Lucy and Ella--so fun!

These Lily Pads were definitely a favorite...the girls could hop or jump across them or use the overhead rope to walk across.

Audrey had some fun splashing in the pool, too...unfortunately, we failed to catch it on camera.

Lucy and Ella worked very hard on decorations for Greg's birthday.  This year, they went with a gardening theme, making bugs and vegetables and a huge banner for Daddy.

Ellen made an amazing birthday cake for Greg...we all look pretty happy in this picture, but you should have seen our faces after the first bite of cake!

Blue Harbor Resort is on the shore of Lake Michigan...we took a walk on a gorgeous Sunday morning and appreciated the view.

Thanks again, Mark and Ellen, for a relaxing and fun weekend together.  Happy 31st Birthday, Greg...I couldn't love you more, baby!

Bowling

Lucy and Ella kicked some butt playing Wii Bowling with Daddy and Grandpa.  Lucy's high score was a 171 and Ella consistently scored well over 100!  Looks like their Milwaukee upbringing could pay off...

Jennie's Baby Shower

My dear friend Jennie and her handsome husband Brian are expecting their first baby, a girl, on May 8th.  A few of us threw her a shower to celebrate!  We are so excited for Jennie and Brian and can't wait to meet their little girl...she is loved already!

Parents-to-be, Jennie and Brian

Liz, Lissa, Renee, and Jess

Jennie and her mom, Kitty

Jennie and Anne

Roommates!  Kristi, Jen, and me

Jennie with my parents, Mike and Annie

Ice Skating Show

Lucy and Ella spent the morning preparing to put on an ice skating show.  They contemplated over costumes, rehearsed the routine, and read the audience (me, Audrey, and a bunch of stuffed animals) a lengthly list of rules.  My favorite rules were:  "Stay in your seat, unless you need to get up, then you can.  And if you need to go potty, that's ok, too," and "Be quiet.  Except if Audrey wants to coo, that's ok.  But she can't cry."  I know this video is long, but there are some quality moves in here.  Watch for the jumps and the lifts.  The girls are ice skating to music from the movie Up. 

Splish Splash

This was the first time Audrey really got into splashing and playing with the water--so fun!

Happy Birthday Grandpa!

To celebrate Grandpa's birthday, we had a yummy brunch at The Wicked Hop.  Lucy and Ella thought the word 'brunch' was hilarious.  

He got a Wii from all of us!

Afterwards, we went to the Public Market for coffee and dessert.

We spent the afternoon having tons of fun at the Betty Brinn Children's museum...it's been forever since we've been there!

The girls loved the Sendik's Market play area.  They took turns shopping and checking out, and then restocked the shelves.  They thought the news area was pretty cool, too.  Here they are pretending to be on the news.

We had a great day...thanks, Grandma and Grandpa!

Playing in the Snow with Chloe Jo

The girls FINALLY got to play in the snow!  Things just haven't worked out too often this winter to have them get outside.  They had a blast, and Chloe was able to join them for a bit!