And the rest of the story...

After naps on Easter Sunday, the kids pretty much enjoyed being kids. They played WELL together and its time like these that I have to take pictures and write this down to remind myself that they can get along! LOL! Tyler even said "mom, I love my sissy" and when I asked Cassie if she loved Tyler she bursted out "yea!". So endearing and pure music to this Jersey mama's heart! What a way to end a great day!

A lil' game of Winnie the Pooh puzzle that Cassie received from the Easter Bunny.

Next up, a gator/tractor race!


BIG BEAUTIFUL SMILES!
Love 'em! Love 'em!

Easter Blessings

The two lil' Jersey kids easily make Easter a wonderFUL day. Seriously, how blessed am I to have two beautiful, bright, healthy children?! Very to say the least. So it was no surprise to this mama that the bunny made his way to 18th Avenue Court, despite a dusting of snow. The kids eyes lit up seeing baskets filled to the brim with all kinds of knick-knacks and didnt' seem to care that candy was omitted this year. Grandma and Grandpa Bohnert and Great Grandma Lewis joined in on the Easter fun for a late morning brunch, which was delish and then grandpa Jim stretched his legs and tested his ability to keep up with the master puzzler and soon-to-be 4 year old with some games curiosity of Mr. Rabbit himself.


Cassie likes her Easter bucket on her head!

Dad & Cassie help Tyler with a new Mickey Mouse puzzle.

After brunch, grandpa Jim tests his ability with a new farm puzzle from Great Grandma.

Road Trip

A 7 1/2 hour road trip to my ol' stomping grounds, Columbus, Ohio. I know, one might think I'm NUTS, absolutely insane for traveling so far with the two Jersey kids (and Jersey man!) in one vehicle, esp. with fuel prices so high. We headed east curiosity of a business trip for Scott and since its spring break for Ty and I have tons of PTO time, we figured we'd take advantage of the free road trip.

Don't worry, I didn't throw anyone out the window, nor leave 'em to hitch hike home. Not saying it was complete smooth sailing, there are plenty of stories that we will reminisce about for time to come--both good & not-so-good.

AND...it was good to be in the Buckeye state. We told Tyler we were going to Ohio, so he kept asking "are we there yet" and where is "oHIo". Cute, sure! Well, we crossed the state line, we said "Welcome to Ohio Tyler" and he looked out the window with his big brown eyes, said "this looks like home!"

Awe, I smiled seeing ol' friends and colleagues. After all, this state changed my life, in folds. It included my first real job, American Jersey Cattle Association and made many memories and it was how I would eventually meet my Jersey hubby. :)

Heading back home, in the few moments of silence, I thought about how blessed I am. I have some really amazing friends. I was reminded that geography isn't a barrier to true friendship. It was real nice to show my Jersey kids my ol' stomping ground....and we'll make our way back. It won't take "having two kids" to get back. I promise girls!

Its not like we have the A/C on. Tyler insisted to wear his stocking cap

(old habit, I'm guessing due to our never-ending winter).

BIG SMILES:

Tyler embraces Cade Ziegler, 4 1/2. The two instantly bonded with there love for tractors and drive for life!

Back at the hotel, Tyler and Cassie enjoy cable (cartoon network!)

Um, nice look Cassie. LOL!

The kids pose real quick in front of the American Jersey Cattle Association

headquarters in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.

This picture just makes my heart swell. Genuine smiles.

Like dad, like daughter. I love it. I love them!

Easter Fun Hunt

Unfortunately this event had to be indoors due to the winter weather that wont go away from the Quad Cities. The kids didn't care, as long as it included candy, eggs & fun...and to be honest, Scott & I didn't care either. It included us Bohnerts, all together sportin' smiles and soakin' in all the Kid Easter fun!

Miss. Shaey loves art projects w/ the Jersey kids!

Cassie & Tyler look fabulously good in "bunny ears!"

The kids focus hard when it comes to playin' games. After all they know prizes are at stake!