weekend

I am truly exhausted tonight. Probably a combination of my incredibly busy work schedule and the busy weekend we had. Oh yeah, and I'm pregnant! I think spring has officially arrived in Billings. Today the temperature was in the 70's so Emma got to break out a new spring outfit. What a doll!

Bring on the spring dresses.

It was really nice outside both days this weekend, so we took advantage of the nice weather to start tackling some outdoor projects. First of all, we moved in Emma's new swing set! It was my Aunt Janet and Uncle Chris' and they gave it to us. It's a little old (13 years to be exact) but you can't beat a free swing set. Thanks so much again guys! Emma was so excited to get it and promptly went to town on the swings. She also spent several hours playing on it yesterday, even going so far as sliding down the slide head first! Needless to say, we have our weekend plans laid out for us for the rest of the summer!



We are also doing some landscaping projects, the first of which is to replant the small flower garden in front of the house. We're not big fans of using rocks, which seems to be really popular out here, so the first part of the job involves removing all the rocks and existing plants from the garden. After loading up a wheelbarrow full of rocks, not only did we realize we had not come up with a plan of where to put them, it was also to heavy for Nate and I to move! Whoops! I'm sure more exciting landscaping adventures to come this summer.

Removing the rocks, Take 1.

Saturday marked the 10 year anniversary of my and Nathan's first date. To celebrate the occasion, we went out to dinner and a movie. We saw the new Star Trek movie which I really enjoyed. I certainly would not call myself a "trekky" but I've liked most of the Star Trek movies. When I was younger, I used to watch Star Trek (the TV show) on Saturday afternoons with my brothers (yes you guys know you watched too!) while Dad would grill burgers, our traditional Saturday fare. Ah, the life!

Sunday was mothers day and a really great day overall. I awoke to breakfast in bed made by Nathan and Emma. Tasty! We then spent the majority of the day outside, but I did get to experience a nice nap while Emma took hers. Nathan got me roses and cooked me Mannicoti for dinner too, which was really nice. I also got my first homemade mother's day card from Emma. How cute! Happy Mothers Day to all mommies out there!

Pretty mom's day roses.

First Mom's day card from Emma.

Inside of card.