Fun at Mimi & Papa's

Probably one of my most favorite things of being a SAHM is we can go and do as we please.  These are the type of things I would dream about before becoming a mom.  Being able to pack up and just go...without having to adjust our schedule, worry with work, or places being crowded. 

Almost two weeks ago (May 15th), B and I loaded up and headed to my parents for a few days.  Normally when we go it's always for some kind of occasion or just over the weekend.  So it was nice to go with no agenda and just be.

Life has been less than kind to us here recently (just a season we are going through) and sometimes you just need home, your momma, and time to be...still.

And of course, it's always fun for Brady to be at his Mimi & Papa's.  Turned out to be great timing since my brother and his family were going to be there at the same time.  They just had a new baby so it was great to see them & hold my newest nephew!!

Mimi with her boys.

Lots of time was spent climbing up the stairs.  He didn't want to come downstairs, so he just sat up at the top...ha!  Welcome to the toddler days of I'll do it my way ;)

He is obsessed with kitties.  He loved following Max around, feeding him, and enjoying his cat food.  Yes!  All he wants to do is eat cat food & dog food...wears me out!

No agenda...meant sleeping in, doing whatever we pleased, or not doing anything at all.  Time for a pedicure and manicure, lunch at Panera Bread, and just out & about...all.by.myself!  Talk about wonderful!!!  Oh how I wish we lived closer to my parents b/c being able to have a "break" is so good for a momma's soul :) We did get B. a hair-cut while there.  His 2nd one and he did so good, sitting in the chair like a big boy!

Handsome little man!

He's growing up so fast...I love it and hate it all at the same time.  If that makes any sense...I love him being little but love watching him grow.

Papa was ready for a nap & so was B...he sure does loves his Papa!  I mean how can you not love Papa ;)

And time to share delicious Culver's custard with your Mimi...to the very.last.drop.

We stayed for 5 days & gained 5lbs from all the good food we ate!  It was bliss and we were already missing Mimi & Papa by the time we got home.  But daddy sure missed us and was so glad to have his little family back together!

Cousins at Texas State Aquarium

President's Day, which was February 18th I believe we took a little trip down to the Texas State Aquarium.  B's cousins were in town for the weekend and we took advantage of the holiday (for very few) and took them to see the fishies.

We got there shortly after it opened and since most people were working/in school, it was practically empty.  Except for the slew of kids on a field trip, but we just avoided whatever area they were in.

Can you find the seahorses?!

This was Brady's first time to the aquarium.  He seemed to really like the aquarium part when we went to the zoo in November so I thought he'd love it.  Well, I wouldn't say he loved it.  He more liked than loved it.

But we still had a really good time!  And J & E were great with Brady.  Such great helpers!

Brady did love the dolphin area!

Love the next series of photos.  Dolphins are simply amazing!

 

 There he/she goes...

 
Looks like someone had a fun time...love him!

What a fun way to spend the morning with your cousins!

Trains and Ducks

A week ago (2/19) we headed to Houston for a quick trip.  My friend had a doctor's appointment in Houston so I drove her up for her appointment and then we spent the night at my parents.  We met my mom for lunch before heading to her appointment.

Of course it's always a great day when Brady gets to see his Mimi!

During her appointment, my mom and I took B. to ride the train over by the zoo.  We were literally a few blocks away so it worked out perfectly.  And it was a gorgeous day!

These are the moments I treasure more than anything.  Getting to spend everyday with my sweet boy, exploring this world, and seeing it through his eyes.   There are days I long to go back to work but then I have days like this one where God gently reminds me to savor this precious time.  It's time I won't ever get back!  I can always make money later in life but I can't back these days or years.

After the train ride, which just about put B to sleep, we walked over to the duck pond (Hermann Park).  Brady loved chasing the ducks and scaring me to death by getting way too close to the water.

 

Here ducky, ducky...

 Love this!!!!!

"We’re only here for a little while
And God gives us only so much precious time
So don't let it slip on by..."  

-Slip on By by Finding Favour

Wednesday I had an appointment to get my haircut and then we headed back home that afternoon.  It was a short trip but a sweet one!