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This morning, before church ( I know, right!) we had a few minutes to spare so I snapped some pictures of my loves. Between C’s (3.5) seersucker pants and E’s (4 months) plaid romper, they’re ready for the Hamptons!

Tonight was my turn to plan date night. For lack of a better description, I found a fun book store scavenger hunt on Pinterest from the Dating Divas.

We got a sitter for Little Man and took Mister E in tow. Dinner at Smash Burger followed by perusing at Barnes and Noble. It was so much fun! We found ourselves spending the bulk of our time in the travel section, itching to plan our next trip abroad.

PS did B&N get rid of all their lounge chairs scattered throughout the store? Boo! We’ll hit up Tattered Cover next time.

I hosted Bunco tonight. I did a crepe bar and the gifts were centered around summer entertaining. I love playing with these ladies!

Mister E helped me with the cream cheese mousse, and may have even snuck a taste.

I love celebrating any and everything, and when it’s a day devoted to me, let’s be honest, I love it!

My boys did a fabulous job of making me feel loved and appreciated. I always dreamed about being a Domestic Diva and these three men of mine have made it come true.

These are the pix in order from the day’s events. With 8a church, we did things a little differently:

After church, C presented me with the pasta necklace he made me. He made me kneel down so he could put it on me, wished me “Happy Mothers Day Momma,” and then kissed my cheek. Melt. My. Heart.

Brunch in bed, followed by gifts and a dreamy nap.

Homemade gourmet pizzas: sauteed onions and leeks with fontina and mozzarella cheeses and a Rosemary, garlic olive oil!

Aside: you know you’re a mom if, when you hear the word “checkup” the Doc McStuffins theme song plays in your head, and C doesn’t even watch that show!

Mister E is a growing boy and checked out beautifully. Now, he’s battling the mini cold that accompanies vaccinations.

Height 25.5 in 65%
Weight 16.73 lbs 69%
Head 43.2 cm 89%

You’ve gotta love Groupon. Thanks to a deal, we explored a place we didn’t even know about, Lollipop Park. It’s an indoor, mini amusement park. Little Man LOVED running from ride-to-ride, and having his buddies there made all of the difference. One of the owners was helping run the rides and was totally channeling Willy Wonka.

{I adore the next two pictures because even though they’re blurry, you can see the complete excitement and joy on the boys’ faces}

{“HI MOM!” He got so excited every time he came around to wave to E and me.}

My dad had work meetings in California, so he and my mom flew through Denver for a little rendezvous. While he was at meetings, we stayed in CO and played and he joined us a few days later. We always love having them visit. Highlights included: getting some much needed projects done, hotel get away with my man, building a bird house, science museum and getting to go to the aforementioned concert.

{Papa and Little Man stocked our freezer with cookie dough}

{I touched the sheep lungs because C was too scared…the things we do for our children}

For Husband’s date night, he got us tickets to Sara Bareilles’ solo tour. It was at the Gothic Theatre, which is a very cool, very intimate venue. We were 5th row dead center.

She completely rocked it, like she always does. This is my 3rd time seeing her. She engaged the crowd, was relaxed and so funny. One of the highlights for me was her Love on the Rocks mashed up with Benny and the Jets.

We’ll be back for her show in the Fall! Thank you Husband!

We took our first zoo trip of the year and bonus that it was a Saturday and Husband could be there. The weather was perfectly Spring. We commented several time on its perfection. Little Man loved introducing Mister E to all of the animals, especially the giraffes, and it was fun to be able to finally explore the new Africa habitat i.e. elephants’ playboy mansion.

The cherry on top, was that we timed it perfectly by getting a front row parking spot and beating the crowds. As we left, we counted 100+ cars winding up the mountain, waiting for parking. No joke.