Banana on a stick...

So it was snacktime this morning and we decided to get a little creative.

First we took a banana and cut it
in half,












then you dip it in yogurt,












roll it in sprinkles...












and enjoy!












I haven't tried it, but I'm told it tastes like a banana split...I think I'll take his word for it.

When the world was warm...

As I've stated I have a few old posts which I've never published. If memory serves me, there from a time when the world we know was a little warmer...hence the photos of us rolling around in the yard. Soon enough it'll be warm again, and I can go back to acting like an idiot outdoors. But for now enjoy:

A little while ago, Declan and I became hooked on the Dollar Tree. Usually the toys aren't fantastic, but they can be fun if you look closely. And if you do happen to find something, as we did this time, the pay off is awesome.

We were searching up and down the aisles and we happened to see the glint of gold shining off of a dragon crested shield. After looking, we saw that there was also a helmet and a breastplate. But what good is a knighted hero without a villain? That's why we also found a dragon mask for Dad.

And yes, I do know that his sword is a paint stirrer, but alas, make due with what you have*.

So now, the ground shakes and the lands tremble. as these two do battle. What more could you ask for $3.00?

*since this post was written Declan has come across a shiny golden, plastic sword. One worthy of a true knight.

The Big O-5

Well, Declan is officially 5. And even though, due to the white flakes of doom, we had to postpone his playdate/birthday party, Declan is one happy camper. I must say this entire weekend, snow and all was one big birthday bash.

We woke him up on Friday morning and, after a few gifts, breakfast in bed and of course getting dressed, we did one thing that is not normal for the beginning of February...we went swimming (indoors, of course).

We had a great birthday weekend. Declan ended up getting everything from a Dinosaur Train tshirt to a camera, Legos to a new handmade quilt and Transformers to a new set of bongos. Oh and lest we forget the pop up book of creatures, the new super awesome (dentist approved) toothbrush and the Lincoln Logs. Declan even made his own cake for his own party....hey, if he wants to do it, we're not gonna stop him.

Thanks to everyone who helped celebrate this past weekend. You know who you are :)

And again, Happy Birthday, little bud. Way to be 5.

We love you,
Mommy and Daddy

DECLAN...

HAPPY 5TH BIRTHDAY, LITTLE BUDDY!!

...more birthday posting to come...