Seven Wishes & Spring Fever

Seven years ago I heard three words that changed my life forever, "It's a girl!" From that day forward, our world has been a little pinker, a littler brighter and ,of course, much sassier!

For Christmas this past year, Corynn received a dry erase board for her room.  Leading up to her birthday, she posted a daily countdown with post it notes stating how excited she was to celebrate her big day.  We decided on a mini spa day with her 3 besties.  What better way to ring in a new year than with nail polish and jewelry.  We finished it off with a scrumptious lunch to make sure the birthday girl didn't get Hangry:/

Since our Corynn is 7, going on 17, I think it is fitting to give her 7 wishes (with one for good luck) to help lead her way. I saw this mnemonic for the word Daughter and thought it would be perfect for her.  Happy Birthday beautiful girl!

Dare all your dreams

 Always believe in yourself

Uncover hidden talents

Go on adventures

Have fun and be happy

Treasure tiny miracles

Embrace life

Reach for the stars 

Turing seven also brought a new addition to Corynn's everyday life; glasses!  She can really rock the new look.  What is even better, is how confident she feels in them.

 

Spring fever has officially hit the household.  We ditched school and started our Spring break early with a quick trip to Chicago.  I don't know who was more excited, the kids or myself to spend a night downtown in the city.  We looked at the big buildings, shopped around and maybe picked up some Cubs paraphernalia.  Which, to all who are concerned, my Cardinals loving husband refused to purchase himself.

To finish out the evening, while Dad had court side seats for the Bulls game (I wasn't jealous at all:/), the kids swam, relaxed in the hot tub and had a room service treat.  I swear those were the best milkshakes $30 could buy. 

We capped off our Chicago trip with a visit to Nan and Papa Hutch.  The kids were so excited to see and play in the snow, since we never had any of measure to play in back home this year.  Snow angels, snow balls, and snow forts for hours.  Our last morning there the kids bundled in their snowsuits one last time.  By the time we arrived in MO that evening, it was sunny and 74!  What a difference 5 hours can make.

 

We concluded Spring break with an adventurous hike through Ha Ha Tonka park again. What a difference a year makes!

 

The kids were hiking warriors.  Two miles of rocky paths, over 316 stairs and limited rest breaks.  Hopefully the next time we go to the Lake, we can just relax by the pool!