Sports Filled Weekend

 Friday night the girls and I drove to Oswego to see a chick flick and to celebrate a belated birthday for Erica. It was fun to be back in Oswego again and the movie was just what the doctor ordered. I love a good romantic movie.

 On Saturday Seth had a basketball tournament in Sackets Harbor. His team won three games, but lost in the final round. They hustled and worked as a team very well. They were also super fun to watch.

 On Sunday Leah's team won their first game. This little team has come SOOOO far. They lost their first game three weeks ago 20-0 and the second game 10-2, so this win was just what they needed to overcome their fears and keep hustling. I am so proud of how hard Leah is working at this sport. Her defensive skills this Sunday were on point and she was all smiles. Yay Bean.

Onward to another week and the sun is out so all is well with the world.

11 Days until our Boston trip, not that I'm counting or anything...

Happy 12th Birthday SPC!

 Every year it gets a little tougher realizing that Seth is not a little boy any longer. He is growing up to be a wonderful young man. He is smart, talented musically, athletic, kind and loving. Of course, we have our moments and he is not perfect by any means, but we are proud of the man he is becoming, how he treats his family and the wonderful friendships he has made.

 These pictures of Seth and his buddies were all taken within the past year. I could have added so many more pictures, but these were the best of the best. He is SO lucky to have these boys in his life. the bond between the 5th and 6th grade friends is truly special.

 Family means the world to us and Seth is so lucky to be surrounded by a kick butt family. There were a few people left out of this collage because I couldn't find any pics on my phone, but we love you all so very much.

 Instead of gifts, we are most often looking for life experiences and boy have we had some in the last year. Anything we can find to do outdoors plus any sporting event is right Seth's alley.

 Our Christmas elf always makes a birthday appearance and this year he wrapped Seth's sneakers in foil and left him a letter. Such a tricky little elf he is.

 

 Let's do this 12...

Seth fell in love with his 5th grade teacher Mrs. Johnson and loves any excuse to go and visit her. She sent this picture to me this morning and asked if she could have him back? LOVE HER. The right teacher makes a world of difference.

Today has rocked so far...I had a 2 hour delay allowing me to take the kids to school, I enjoyed the birthday boy this morning and we have a fun filled evening ahead!!

Gram Turns 90

 We had the BEST time celebrating my Gram this past weekend. 90 is such a testament to true health and a great life. We are blessed to have her.

 My mom made her a new collage for their sitting room and she loved it.

 Seth got his birthday gifts from Great Gram and Gramp a few days early too. He was thrilled.

 This weekend was FULL of sports. All day Saturday and all day Sunday. Leah had two games prior to Seth on Sunday and she had a top row cheering section. The boys were so sweet and supportive.

Sunday night we celebrated with the grandparents before Daddy leaves for the week.

Seth officially now has every piece of Celtic apparel known to man and has replenished his wallet after buying himself the Xbox One last summer when it hit zero.

I'm getting out early due to impending freezing rain so its a bonus day for me right about now.

MLK Weekend

 Leah's basketball team started in the Victory Bulldog league this weekend. Leah was so scared that she literally gnawed all of her fingernails off. We felt awful. By the second game she was more into the groove and she even scored a basket which made her smile from ear to ear.

 On Monday we took Leah to Dry Hill and even though it was chilly, we still had a spectacular day and most importantly spent some much needed time outside. oh, how I miss our waterfall hikes in the spring, summer and fall. I love to ski, but I also love 60 degree weather and being outside more.  

 I introduced Leah to my all time favorite Dry Hill tradition. It's not a healthy tradition, but I also won't let her do it too often. Dunking a candy bar in hot cocoa after skiing is the BEST.

 Seth was gone all day Sunday and most of Monday with a friend to LP. They stayed at White Face Lodge and had a blast.

 They went ice skating. It was Seth's second time on skates ever and he said once he got the swing of it he didn't have to use the walker at all. He loved it.

They also swam in the heated outdoor pool. He said his hair would freeze once he came up from the water. He loved every minute of his time away and his parents were very jealous and missed him like crazy.

This week we are getting ready for Gram to turn 90 and to celebrate Seth turning 12 next week. 12? What the heck??

Disney on Ice

 As one of Leah's gifts from Mom and Tom this year she was given a ticket to go and see Disney on Ice. On Saturday the three of us drove to Syracuse for the big event. It was SPECTACULAR and we loved every single minute of it. The costumes, fireworks, bubbles, snow, music, you name it, it was awesome.

When we got home from Syracuse we finally made it to Tully's for dinner. it was delish and the "Cookie Monster" was to die for.

Sunday we had the second furnace installed in our basement, yay for heat down there and then went to Seth's 2 basketball games. Seth is becoming the most unselfish basketball player and I am over the moon proud to call him my son. He is always looking for the open man, plays so smart and impresses us each and every week now. He is so fun to watch play.

That's a Wrap for Vacation

We had a wonderful holiday break. We did enough relaxing, socializing and lots of family time.

 On the way home from PA we stopped in SYR for lunch and Seth told us he could pay for lunch with his smile. He is such a cheese ball.

 We finally caught time to see PP3 and it was GREAT. We were so sad we couldn't coordinate time with Lexy and Luke to see it all together, but we really enjoyed it.

 We wrapped up break by spending NYE at The Autote's. We couldn't believe that they wanted to host since Lorie's dad had just passed away 4 nights prior, but they said they needed some fun and laughter in the house.

We also ended break with 56 used Christmas trees lining our yard for our upcoming Memorial Day party in May. The men went a little bonkers this year so we should be all set. Ha.

Reunited with The Castana's Yipppeee

 Due to frigid temps in NY we drove to Scranton to meet the Castana's to ski for the day and then stay over with The Smith's and see the family. It was 24 wonderful hours and we were SO happy to see our besties after 17 months. We skied a new mountain which we love to do. It was called Montage.  

 It was twenty degrees warmer in PA than NY, but it was still soooo cold. We definitely made the most of the day though,

 In the evening we all went back to Nana Mary and Papa Drew's house for pizza and to catch up after so long. Kristen's family has always treated us like one of their own and we always have such a wonderful time with them.

 Until June my friend, until June...

Snapchat fun with my bestie