Maggie gets Earrings

Maggie has been begging Andy and I for the last few weeks to get earrings.  I am not quite sure what prompted this, but I decided to take her up on her wish.  After lunch we headed to Oswego to the nearest Claires.  She marched right in and told the lady she wanted her ears pierced.  She picked out the "sparkly pink ones."  We had to wait a little bit and then it was Maggie's turn.  She gave her blanket a squeeze, two ladies helped her so their would be just one quick pinch and then it was over and boy is Maggie elated.  She is extremely excited about the new additions to her ears and thinks she looks just beautiful!

Mom's Day at Preschool

Today I took a half day to join Maggie at school for the Mother's Day celebration.  It was super fun.  We started with snack and then I got to read to Maggie.  Maggie had made a special gift and answered some questions her teacher had asked which they shared with the class, like how old is your mom and Maggie said 8.  Then we played some games and our time was done.  Chrissy and I took Maggie and Lucas out to lunch before heading back for the second half of our work day.  It was so fun to be able to spend that time with Maggie at her school!

Easter Weekend

Easter weekend was a long weekend for Andy and I because we got Friday off.  The first of many Easter weekend activities included coloring the Easter eggs.  Maggie had a plan for how each one should be decorated and colored and was pretty independent about doing the job.

On Saturday Andy had a track meet, but I wanted to take Maggie to the Naperville Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt that she has gone to since she could walk.  Its right by my parents house so I dropped Molly off there.  Maggie and I were joined by Lucas and Chrissy this year.  We dropped off our can donations and picked up a few free donuts, then Maggie and Lucas picked what they thought we be the best spot to get the most eggs.  We had to wait just a bit and then they blew the horn.  Maggie and Lucas were both successful in filling up their baskets!

Maggie left out some carrots for the Easter bunny and awaited his arrival Sunday morning.  Maggie and Molly were both excited to find baskets full of goodies and hunted for eggs the Easter Bunny had left around the house.  We made it to church and then headed to my parents for another Easter egg hunt, some relaxation and a great dinner!