Fargo Marathon 2010

We ventured back to Fargo last weekend for the festivities.  All of Ryan's family was there and we had a great time.  Almost everyone took part in the weekend running events which was pretty cool.  Landon did the kids 1/2 mile race on Thursday, me, Arin, Jack, Jessie, and Tyler did the Friday night 5k, and Kristy, Holly, and Ryan ran the 1/2 on Saturday.  I was sort of bummed I had to sit out of the 1/2 this year, but actually had so much fun running with the kids and watching the 1/2 (we caught Kristy and Ryan in 5 different spots) that I didn't feel like I missed too much.

Before the Friday night 5k.  It was so fun to see Tyler, Jack, and Jessie running.  They did awesome!

Kristy, Ryan, and Holly after the 1/2.  Doesn't look like any one of them worked too hard...they look so good:)

The kids and Ryan and Papa Gary doing some spectating.

What a great weekend we had.  Kadence was a little cranky since she was recovering from her ear infection, but it was still fun.  Landon had so much fun playing with his older cousins and it was good to see everyone.  What a fun tradition the race weekend has turned into!

My little runner.

Landon ran his first race on Thursday night.  He ran the kids 1/2 mile race with Daddy in Fargo.  It was the marathon weekend and they always have a kids 1/2 and 1 mile race.  It is adorable to watch the little ones!  It was pretty cute, when Landon started out, he was all smiles and was pumping his little arms looking so adorable!

Then on the way back Landon wasn't so sure this is what he signed up for.  He was actually crying in this picture.  Still adorable.

He did finish the 1/2 mile race with much encouragement from Daddy.  Such a good Daddy.  He got a medal and thought he was pretty special.  The way he talked about the race afterwards, you would never have guessed he cried through half of it!  He was pretty excited.

I was so proud of my little guy.  I hope he grows to love running as much as I do.  This little race brought tears to my eyes, I think I am in trouble.

Yippee for warm weather.

Landon getting a lesson from Daddy on skipping rocks.  Throwing rocks is this little guy's most favorite thing to do.  We have been blessed with some really nice sunny warm days.  The kids and I have spent most of the days outside playing hard.  It is so interesting how just being outside can make a person feel so much better.  When Ryan got home from clinical we headed to Falls Park for a supper picnic and playtime.

She loves to run and she runs a lot!

He loves to run, too.  Unless of course his knee hurts...

We've started to make sand angels.  I am not quite sure where Landon learned this from but I find it hilarious.

Here's how my sweet baby girl posed for her picture.  If only I could get my children to look at the camera.
What a beautiful, perfect day outside.  We are just so happy the warm weather is finally here and can not wait to visit the pools.

May so far.

Let's just say I've been feeling a little under the weather lately and haven't taken many pictures and have gotten quite behind on my blogging.  It isn't that we haven't been doing things that I would like to share, I have just not really had the motivation to do much of anything!

So, in a nutshell, May has been pretty eventful thus far.  The kids and I headed to Omaha the first weekend in May to spend some time with Arin, Kristy, and Jessie.  We had good weather and a great time.  We took the kids to the Omaha Zoo on Saturday morning which was a blast!  It is such a fun zoo to visit and we saw things that we weren't able to see last spring when we went.  Landon's favorite thing was the Sharks!  He would not stop talking about them before or after.  Kadence was a bit challenging and had a rough start but I think enjoyed the trip towards the end.  She was very scared of the Train that ran through the zoo, I think just because it was so loud.  We also spent a lot of time outside visiting the ponds close to Arin's house.  One of the ponds has Koi fish and the other many ducks and geese with their babies.  Landon and Jessie had a riot getting sprayed by both Aunties when they were power washing the deck and were soaking wet by the end of it!  The kids love their older cousins SO SO much.  We had such a great weekend!  Ryan worked all weekend and I was so happy to have some company!

Last Thursday the kids and I headed North to spend some time with my family.  We took a little bit different route and stopped by Albert Lea to pick up Grandma Betty.  We also stopped in Roseville for a visit with Uncle Brad and Aunt Jan.  It was good to see them as it has been a long time!  We made it to town about 5pm on Thursday which was perfect.  Friday it snowed the ENTIRE day.  It didn't really stay on the ground but was a crappy day nonetheless.  The kids and I ventured out and headed to Superior to visit Jackie and baby Rocco.  Baby Rocco turned 1 this weekend so I probably have to stop calling him that...  What a great visit we had and the kids all played well so that Jackie and I could have some adult time!  Saturday we had the ritual family breakfast and then headed over to Aunty Peggy's for Christina's college graduation party.  She finished her Bachelor's degree in 3 years from Concordia-what an accomplishment!  The party was fun and it sure was good to see everyone!

  Sunday morning we went out for Mother's Day brunch at the Cozy.  It was delicious.  If you can believe it we stuck the 4 little ones at their own table and they were really good-AMAZING!  Mom had been sick all weekend and this was her first venture out!  My cousin Amy came with us all too and it was nice to chat with her!  This is such a nice picture of my mom and Grandma Betty.

It isn't very often I catch these two lovely ladies in the same place so I had to take the opportunity for a photo.  This is such a beautiful picture of my two grandmas-Grandma Betty and Grandma June.

After brunch we headed home and all rested for a bit.  I decided I didn't feel like making the drive and stayed another day.  It worked out great and my Dad and I and the kids visited the Duluth Aquarium.  It is a freshwater Aquarium so it's a little different, but very neat.

The kids had a blast looking at all the fish and so did I.  It was great to get out for a little bit and do something!

We had a great weekend as always.  We just felt so bad that Grandma Debbie was sick and had to miss out :(  It was good to spend time with Jill and Curt and the kids as well as the rest of the family.  I had great company on most of my drive and was very happy to have the opportunity to spend so much time with Grandma Betty!  Also, I have to mention that my dad, Emma, and I went for two 2 mile walks!  He is doing so well with his diet and I am SO SO proud of him!

So, I will try and take some pictures and blog like normal in the next couple weeks-no promises though!

Kadence's 2 year check up.

My sweet little girl had her 2 year check up this week.  She is doing well.  She was in the 80th percentile for head and height and 60th for weight.  (I wish I would have written down the exact measurements but was a little traumatized).  I was surprised to hear that one of her tubes was still in and working and the other one had just came out but was still in the ear canal.  Thank goodness they lasted over a year and Kadence didn't have any ear infections this year and was not on antibiotics even one time!

Just had to mention how our visit went with the Pediatrician today.  We spent almost 20 minutes in the waiting room reading "Dora Goes to the Doctor" over and over and talking about what would happen when she saw the doctor.  She seemed to understand pretty well and even seemed excited.  Boy did I have a different thing coming.  She screamed (and I mean screamed) any time the nurse or doctor touched her or even talked to her!  I am not exaggerating when I say getting her weight was just as traumatic as getting her shots!  I can't believe how frightened she is about the doctor!  It breaks my heart. I don't think there is anything we can do about it, but hope she grows out of it!

We are so blessed to have such a happy, healthy 2 year old sweetheart.

Sticks, rocks, water....

We decided to have a day outside at Pallisades park over the weekend.  It was a gorgeous day and we all were glad to be outside away from the city.  The park is filled with Landon's two favorite things-sticks and rocks.  He picks up every one that he can carry and then throws them in the water.  Since this is Landon's favorite thing to do, it has also become Kadence's.

 Landon loves to climb on the rocks, this of course makes for a very nervous momma.  Amazingly, he does pretty well and didn't suffer any falls this day!

Kadence also likes to climb on the rocks but lacks some of the coordination.  But, with some help, she is able to keep up with that big brother.

What a great day spent outside!  With only 1 wood tick spotting-life is good!  We are lucky to have such a great place so close to us!

The Farm.

I am a little behind on my posting but wanted to include last weekends adventures.  We went back to the farm for the weekend and visited Ryan's parents.  The kids were able to see lots of baby cows and spent a lot of time outside.  Landon saw two calves being born and was pretty enthralled with the whole thing. He was pretty quiet and just watched, but was very concerned if the babies were okay.  The second one we saw Landon asked me, "Mommy is it dead?"  I think this was the question everyone watching was thinking as the calf fell from its momma backwards.  We watched intently for what seemed like hours and with much stimulation and licking, the baby picked up its head.  It was like Landon knew instantly and he looked over at me with the biggest smile on his face and said, "Mommy its okay, its okay!!!!"  It was pretty precious.

It's always a fun relaxing time at the farm!  The kids love all of the Grandma and Grandpa time as well as the outside time!

Such a fun weekend!