Yes, my life is that boring and there is nothing new to post. Kidding, kidding. Apparently I forgot I even had this blog and have only been checking in on my sister-in-law's blog. Oops!
It is hard to believe that February has come and is almost gone. If it wasn't for that extra day we like to call leap day, we would already be in March! How crazy is that?
February has been an exciting month. Here is a quick overview of what went on.
February 2nd-8th I went to the amazing state of Hawaii! I was on the island of Maui and it was gorgeous, breathtaking, a little slice of heaven...I could go on and on. My husband, who is amazing, stayed home with the boys and I was able to go on my own. It was exactly what I needed!! My lovely cousin, Amanda married her best friend, Jake, while we were there and I am so glad that I was able to be a part of their special day. I hope to one day return to Maui, with my husband and maybe the boys and spend 10-14 days. It is a long flight and time flies by because there is so much to do! Some of my highlights of the trip were swimming in the ocean/laying on the beach, a traditional Hawaiian Luau, the wedding, whale watching, shopping and the Road to Hana. I could post litterally hundreds of pictures, but I will only do a few. It is hard to pick and choose!
The beach right in front of our hotel.
The bride and her girls!
Jake and Amanda
Also this month, we got to meet Baby Bella from Montana! Her dad and my husband are cousins so that is the connection there. They came to visit and also get her baptized which is always a special time. She is super cute and it is fun to have a little girl in the family with all of these boys!
While we were in the cities for Bella's baptism, we took the opportunity to have some fun! That Saturday we went to MOA and Hunter, Craig and our friend Brett got wristbands and had a blast on the rollercoasters and other rides. Once again Hunter proved to us how brave he is by taking on some of the biggest rides. A couple more years and he can ride them all! I was shocked that he went on the rollercoaster that spins you in circles as you go. I haven't been on it, but I'm sure it's quite the thrill. Brody and I did a couple of rides (he's still not a fan but tolerates them...kind of.) with Cassie and Ollie before lunch. We had lunch at Rainforest Cafe and the big boys continued to go on rides while us girls and little boys shopped and walked. It was a fun filled afternoon! We also had a birthday party for Jasper that night too (Craig's other cousin's son). It was a blast and a fun day filled with friends and family. That Sunday evening, Craig and I snuck away from the hotel-ok, we actually had his sister babysit-and went out for supper at Osaka. It was a lot of fun and yummy food! Craig was hesitant about a Japanese steakhouse, but I think he enjoyed it quite a bit.
It was even a train! I literally had to force him down. There was an occasional "choo choo!" from him.
Brody and Ollie-Hunter thinks Ollie is his other cousin :)
Bumper Cars
Happy Birthday, Jasper!
We finally had a couple inches of snow! The boys loved getting out and playing in it! Grandpa Al has some man-made "hills" that was fun to climb and slide down. Uncle Alex made it fun too!
We also had a playdate here and each of the boys had a friend over. Yep, you did the math right. 4 boys ages 5 and under! It was exciting, but they all had fun and were well behaved.
Another exciting this is that my brother got married! It was a total shock and we didn't find out until a day and a half before, but luckily we were able to make it to St. Cloud for their courthouse wedding on Feb. 27. Jude wants to adopt Misty's 3 sons but until their married they couldn't move forward in the adoption process, so they got hitched. I'm still in shock, but wish them a lifetime of love and happiness. Hunter was a little upset he couldn't stand by his Uncle's side, but the judge was so nice and let him sit in his chair for a few pictures.
Judge Hunter
The wedding.
The Happy Family
My brother, the boys and me
Check out those rings!
Just Married!
Brody is pretty tough!
Also, today, leap day, a new little addition to the family arrived! Hudson Lee Lamb was born at 3:44 AM weighing 9 lbs. 11 oz and 22 inches long! We had a snow storm last night so I'm not sure how the roads are to go and see him but really want to! So far from what I have seen in pictures he is pretty cute!! For now, Hunter is out with all the neighbor kids as they enjoy a snow day! That is all from here! Hope you had a great February! And I promise to post more in March!
