Our first play!

We ventured into the city to visit Miller Outdoor Theatre to see the play Cinderella. I was skeptical and first since it was their first live performance, but we went with Andrea and Leah, so we figured if the kids didn't cooperate we'd ride the train at Herman Park. We rode together which was much better than making the 20 minute drive alone and the kids loved it too. We were a little late, but once we got there the kids really got into it. They sat quietly except when they got excited about the characters. But it was geared toward kids so it was pretty interactive. After the play we got to meet the actors. Max didn't want to take a picture, but he shook hands with most of them.

The girls meeting "Prince Charming"

The kids with Cinderella

 After the play we had a picnic in the park. The kids were more interested in chasing the pigeons though. After they ate we walked over to the zoo area to catch the train. It was my fist time to take the kids and it was really fun to ride around Herman Park. There is so much to do and some great play areas. One thing we did notice though was the large number of homeless people that are taking shelter in some of the covered areas. Overall it was fun, the kids had a blast and napped on the way home. We are looking forward to doing it again for sure!

YAY, train ride!

The kids and the birds

Take 1 - Me and my girl

Take 2 - the kids and I

First day of MDO 2012

So it was the first day of school and the kids were all smiles this morning. Max couldn't get out of the door fast enough. Maddie just tagged along really. They were both really excited about their new backpacks. My sweet friend Andrea monogrammed them for the kids so that was extra special. I was a bundle of nerves because I had a feeling Maddie would have a hard time today. We loaded up in the Expedition and drove to school and kids watched Little Einsteins on the way.  Once they got unloaded Max said bye, Maddie had no idea what was happening but she went along with it and didn't even look back. All is well....?? I thought so.

Right before pick up Maddie's teacher called to let me know she had had a rough day, crying off and on throughout the day. It started when she wanted to sit by Max in his class line in the morning. She doesn't like to hear the word no, so I assume that set her off. Ms. Letty said sometimes she did not and throwing tantrums. She was so tired during lunch she almost fell asleep at the table. She was not happy when they changed her diaper either. They finally found her pacifier after she cried during nap time. My heart sunk when I got off the phone, I may have even cried. I felt terrible. Needless to say I was ready to pick her up. When I saw her, she looked okay, pacifier in her mouth. 

After we headed to Menchie's for a frozen yogurt treat. I know it will get better, but I am not looking forward to the in between phase. I know she is in good hands because they were Max's teachers. :( Lord give me strength. By the way, "Max had a great day, he was happy all day" - teacher note :) 1/2 isn't that bad I guess.