the eckel family

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Olympics

I'm working on trying to extend Rys very short school day by creating lesson plans for the week. Today we worked on tallying medal counts for the top countries.

There is a new show on Disney Junior named Sheriff Callie :-)! It has provoked the kids to play "Wild West." My creative littles pull out sleeping bags and wild animals into the hallway. Cowboy hats and bandanas, along with princess dresses, are worn. Lights are turned off and camping at night takes place with flashlights. Callie Jae told Missi on the phone yesterday that Rylan is "my cowboy" and "I am the princess." I'd love to think this play lasts forever, but I'll enjoy it while it lasts!

Organization

It's hard to keep things organized when the house is torn apart, but I was feeling the need to make something easier. I'm hoping this saves us some time and morning disagreements by selecting the weeks clothes together on Sundays. So far so good!

Friday, February 7, 2014

Malley's CHOC

We had some time to spare before getting Ry today, so why not get a hot fudge Sunday when it's -5* outside 😊!

Braving the cold! SNOW much fun!

This made me laugh...

Ry: Mommy, Oliver wants to have a play date with me.

Me: Is that what he told you?

Rylan: No, his mom did. She was volunteering today. So I gave her your phone number.

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Winter sites to keep our hearts warm!

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Beginning to write!

Callie Jae is beginning to learn to write her name. I ❤️ this!

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Frogs and Polliwogs!

CJ loves her nature center class and mommy is loving her time with her. She enjoyed learning about owls this week.

Friday, January 3, 2014

Happy New Year!!!

So far so good! Feeling like a lucky lady to be able to experience life with this man. Feeling blessed to be near family that are willing and able to love on our littles while we are away. 2014 is off to an amazing start!