Daddy's ballet class

When we were pregnant with a little girl Anthony was super excited about girl things!!! Actually, he really wanted a daughter! So today when Jayne Elizabeth asked for Daddy to take her to her last ballet class this semester, I wasnt surprised when he said "yes" to the Mommy and Me ballet class!!! Anthony is such a good Daddy, and I wasnt offended at all that I had dressed her complete with a side pony tail and bow, and then she wanted Daddy to take her! ha! I guess it will be back yard ball for me this afternoon with the boys! These moments are priceless.

Warm heart swirlings!

Yes, it is after midnight and I am up blogging!!! I am happy for many reasons, but first of all the boys are still in their beds, AND in the same bed!! When I went to check on them they were in the same bed all snuggled together....precious!!! ( not so precious was me in the dark room frisking the bed down trying to find out what was going on, and who was who!! then they moved positions. ha!!)  I did what anyone would do, go grab my camera!! Seeing them makes me smile for serveral reasons. Since Joseph still has a few sensory issues, he does not want Johnathan to snuggle. Johnathan frequently asks Joseph to come over to his bed! So this night the thought of them upstairs sleeping in the same bed makes this Mommy have warm heart swirlings! I love these kids. It is crazy how a simple picture can make me so proud. Joseph has come a long way since sleeping in incubators! :)

 Now,  I must get to bed. This sweet little girl will be up early, just in time to greet me for my morning run! She does not stay in her bed very long in the mornings, the boys say they feel sorry for her because she doesnt have a twin to share a room! ha!

***dont you love the ability to crop a photo!!*** ha ha!

fun x 3

Leotards and Tutus!

We took Jayne Elizabeth to her "mommy and me ballet" class!! I must say my favorite part is the apparel!!! She is sooooo cute! It makes me smile to see her in the pink leotard, tutu, tights and slippers! The class is more like "dance and tumbling." It is super laid back, and more just fun! I think the "structure" of ballet will come at an age later than two! ha! Jayne Elizabeth is very attentive, and listens to instructions intently! It is super fun to watch these little girls run all over the place in these frills!

The funniest picture taken, her brothers "stuck" in ballet! Tough on boys when Daddy is oncall!

 Precious feet.....thank you Jesus for these dancing toes!

 This is her focus when listening! So funny!

 Good job Jayne Elizabeth!

Marche'

Marche' is our favorite place to eat in Toronto!! Johnathan and I ate there 4 times!! We brought Daddy and Kerry with us on our last day in Canada! The amount of fresh food, breads, pastas and produce is unbelievable! EVERY type of FRESH fruit, veggie, pasta and meat are available! Gorgeous crates, barrels, and stands of the foods surround the stations! Gourmet entrees, each selection available fresh and personalized! It was truly unbelievable! My personal favorite were the crepes, and Johnathan LOVED the fresh mango, orange and carrot smoothies! I am sure there will be a William Sonoma juicer in our future! There are several Marche' restaraunts worldwide, but none in the United States.

 Johnathan was amazed with the size of the carrots!

 Hmmmm. I think this is rudabaga (sp??) ....not sure buddy! Rhubarb is also a new favorite!

Oh Marche', we think Nashville would be a great new location.........

Networking

 At these veterinary conferences Anthony is serious about attending classes, and the after hours round table discussions. However, we do attend most lunch and dinner gatherings with him.  I think Johnathan is well versed in the updated veterinary protocols and practice management! Johnathan did so well, we are so proud of him!

Johnathan has discovered his "intellectual" side, and it is wearing Daddy's eye glasses!

 Johnathan was a popular boy in the exhibit hall, he gathered lots of goodies from vendors.

 Kerry is our practice manager, and she is great!!!

Johnathan patiently waiting for his lunch :)

 Each night had a planned social gathering, sometimes dessert sitting by the dance floor was best

 Our dancing family, taking a break!!

 Another appearance from the intellectual Johnathan

 The fondue with marshmellows was a favorite experience for Johnathan....

Home away, the hotel

We spent time each day and night at the pool at our hotel....Johnathan loved it! There was a kiddie pool, and hot tub also! It is a new phase in parenting to be able to sit pool side and watch him play! It was relaxing and enjoyable!

 Johnathan did great staying at the hotel, the accomadations were perfect for him :)

 Anthony planned out his meeting schedule at night, Johnathan provided his input!

 Daddy and Johnathan ordered us dessert in bed, I loved this!

 Another midnight room service, this time grilled cheese!