Spring has finally sprung.

What a long cool March we had. I feel like I have been hibernating, which explains the lack of blog entries. We are still settled in at my parents' house, almost 8 weeks in to our 10 week stay. Unfortunately our house will not be ready for our return for 8 more weeks beyond that. The news was deflating, to say the least, but I did have a haunch that that was the news we would get. We found a furnished rental that will take all of us, including Kenzie, so all is good. The time away has gone fast and there is definitely forward progress at the house, so that feels good, too. We decided to have the builder finish a second room in the attic which will serve as a bedroom in the future if we need it. They have also uncovered some house weaknesses (mismatched floorboards and headers, a sagging ceiling related to an inadequate header in the foyer, etc) that they are correcting since they are in there. Many of the major decisions have been made and things are starting to happen. The cabinets go in to production this week, marble has been selected for the master bathroom and kitchen, all appliance have been picked out, etc. Between meetings and appointments, I feel like I have a second (err, third) job. I will be grateful for downtime when we get it.

I was able to go to St. Louis a few weekends ago and spent some much needed time with my favorite St. Louis family. The time goes so fast when Im there, and it feels so good to be there. Im already excited for my next trip in May. I also went to Des Moines this last weekend with High School girl friends (yes, Dave won the husband of the year award). We had a great visit. Lots of chatting, even more eating, some shopping, manis and pedis, and that about wraps it up. Six of the 12 girls showed up. We really have a great time together, it is so comfortable.

Sully is officially in a big boy bed. He decided to crawl out of his pack and play, so we packed it up and moved him to the bed in my parents' master bedroom. The first night he came in at 1:30 and the following night he came in at 4:30. We are hoping that trend follows and he can make it all of the way through tonight. Fingers crossed. Either way, he loves talking about he sleeps in Grandpa Paul's 'big boy bed.' Greta is as crazy as ever. She is obsessed with robots and being outside. As soon as she steps foot out there, she squeals and screams and laughs with delight. We are so glad to have warm weather.

Dave's niece, Sarah announced on Sunday that she and her boyfriend, Troy, got engaged over the weekend. Amazing and exciting news for a really great couple. They will get married in November. We are so happy for them.

Fun with the Olivers. 

Sully's first movie outing with Maggie, Anna and Grandma.  

Tubby fun. 

Night night time on Grandma's table. 

Prebedtime fun. The best part about this photo is Dave's and my reflection.
That is the drama we create to get two smiles ;).

Des Moines fun. 

The newest Oliver, Greta is not convinced.  

Backyard fun. 

Following my 'stay on the deck' rule so well.