Lola's potty trained. Say what!!?

So this past week, Lola has been regally interested i the potty. We always go at night before bath but now she's going all day on the potty and has had a dry diaper all day for three last 3 days. And is even pooping on the potty. 

So dare I say it... Lola's potty trained?!

Cabin Fun for New Years

The is just something fun and magical about being in a place with fresh white snow and beautiful scenery and good company. 

Greta and Lola were in heaven riding with Papa on the gator. 

Ryan and I got to ride a few times on the 4-wheeler just us. 

And miller had a great time with his buddy Hunter. 

We also tried something new - snowboating. And had a great time. Dad pulled us around in an old boat behind the gator. I think Lola loved it the best.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uc8rpNqkloM

Ryan and Jason also had to give it a try but man style. 

https://youtu.be/Uc8rpNqkloM

https://youtu.be/qtASObkPqOE

We ate lots. Laughed lots. Watched football. Played Mexican train. And rang in the new year. We all made it to midnight too! Go us. 

Here's to a great 2017 with new amazing adventures and lots of love. 

Christmas Part 2

After the festivities at our house, we headed to Unionville for part 2. We started at Julie and Jason's with perch. Then headed to moms for presents and snacking. Lots of snacking. We were all so blessed. 

Then the 26th, we had a relaxed day and fondued and then played lots of games. And lots of playing with new toys. 

That night is when the madness started. About 1230 my stomach started feeling upset. 230 am puking starts and continues til 430. Then it switches gears and lasts all morning. Ugh! But I toughen up and head to Frankenmuth for our last party with the Ewald side. Glad I went, bummed I felt like death. Good news the next day woke up and felt like a new woman!

Get times celebrating with family!

Christmas at home

I've been so excited for Christmas at our house when Santa comes. Greta finally gets it and with all the elf excitement it was building to the big night.  

Lots of wrapping and preparations... and so worth it. Even though it goes by so quickly. 

We went to church at 630 (not 6 which is what I thought). Then came home and out on our new Christmas Jammie's - the whole family - and made pizzas. Then opened some presents. Finally we put out cookies and milk for Santa. Some carrots and reindeer food for the reindeer. And to bed we went. Everything was ready. 

The next morning about 615, Greta came into our room and crawled into bed and asked if I thought Santa came. I said we'd have to go see when Lola woke up. Luckily that wasn't too much longer. 

So fun watching her! 

https://youtu.be/9Fc9NP0p9kM

We then opened presents. Put presents together. Played with presents. Had some coffee cake and bacon. And loaded up the sleigh to headed to Unionville. 

There is just something so special about the joy of Christmas and seeing it through a child's eyes. I can't wait for many many morning Christmas mornings! 

Christmas Part 1

For the Delaney Christmas this year, we headed to Fort Wayne. Plans didn't go according to plan but we made the best if it and still got to spend some great time together. And Rebecca is healing after breaking her arm. She was a trooper the entire time. 

Greta had lots of fun playing with Colin and Evan. We all did. We had a snow ball fight. Went sledding. Played Mario Cart - which I think I had a slight addiction by the end of our stay. 

https://youtu.be/zpsYdbFXXfA

Jen, Ian, Ryan and I even got to go out for dinner and drinks to celebrate Ian's 40th. So fun having a little adult time. 

In true Danish fashion, we had mandel and danced around the Christmas tree. Greta even sang along for a few songs, which was fun to see. 

A great start to the Christmas festivities! And lots of wonderful memories.

Gretas first Christmas program

Greta has been practicing in Sunday school for weeks. She knew her song despite me never having heard it before. We had practice on Saturday and she did great! So k was starting to get optimistic that she was actually going to go up on stage and sing. 

We get to church. I leave her in the room with the kids - literally snuck out. Starting to think it's a bad sign. The kids make their entrance. She stops at me but only to give me a hug - phew. I thought it was over. And up to the front they go. Bad news - they do t song until almost the end. Good news they all hung on and did great!!

So proud. She marched up there and sang almost all the word. The first of many Christmas programs to come! 

https://youtu.be/-EHfGInB5TA

Horsey Rides

Greta giving Lola a horse ride. To my surprise - she could actually pick her up. They laughed and laughed!