2021 :: week 7

 

February 7

We had such high hopes for the Super Bowl, but alas, Tom Brady and company thwarted things again. On the plus side Anthony made some delicious smashburgers for dinner and we got in some epic dancing to the Weeknd at halftime.

February 8

A late night Sunday means a slow morning Monday. Miles was extra snuggly after I returned from walking the big kids up to school so we cuddled on the couch and I read while he watched some Daniel Tiger. Miles isn't much of a snuggler. He likes to sit on my lap and read, or to keep siblings from sitting on my lap, but he rarely lays on my like this, I was happy to soak it up.

February 9

It snowed overnight on Monday and dusted again Tuesday afternoon. In the afternoon I shoveled our driveway and sidewalk to the corner so when the kids walked home from school they would have a clear path. We had salmon soup for dinner that night and it was the perfect meal for the cold day. 

February 10

Wednesday Tyler turned seven! We had cookie cake at Memaw's to celebrate. The little boys and I went to Target in an attempt to buy him some pokemon cards and every single pokemon item was sold out! Lauren made him a poke ball out of felt. Tyler is a fun cousin and one of Elliott's best friends.

February 11

Miles is an opportunist! He seized the moment that Elliott left his Lego unattended and climbed on the bench. Elliott likes to bring his Lego downstairs to play on the kitchen or dining room tables. His skin has gotten really dry lately so we are keeping him in pajamas throughout the day to prevent him from scratching the eczema patches on his feet, knees and waist.

February 12

Friday the kids ended up having a remote learning day due to the cold. I was a bit skeptical about the closure, but when I went for a walk in the afternoon I had to cut back early because I was losing feelings in my legs and face from the cold even though I was dressed to walk in 4 degrees! The wind was biting. I liked having all my kids home together. We spent so much time together over the past few weeks and the last year really. It's nice to know that we still enjoy each other's company.

February 13

Tony and I slept in a bit on Saturday morning and while we did the kids were up having a "John Kid Lego Masters Competition" up in Will's room. Elliott was the judge and feelings were hurt as he gave hard feedback about Will and Lauren's builds. Will built a house that was on fire while Lauren built a zoo. I thought both were pretty impressive considering that the kids were limited to using the bricks and minifigs we have at home, compared to the massive amounts of bricks and figures the contestants have access to on the show. Elliott didn't think so. Cue many eyerolls.