New living room!

Yes, things are a-changing yet again in our household!  Stephen and I had talked about getting a new couch in the next few months... our couches have been really good to us, but after 12.5 years, we're ready for something new.  And, to be honest, we want a firmer couch- both Stephen and I have some back issues now and the soft, plush couches were no bueno.  Seriously, when did we get to be so old?? ;)

Anywho, we ran by a couple furniture stores one Saturday when we happened to be by the mall, and fell in love with this one couch.  It wasn't really the color or the fabric we were thinking in our heads, but one time sitting on this couch sealed the deal!  It is AMAZING!  There are 4 built-in recliners and USB ports on either end.  Definitely way cooler than what was out there 12 years ago.

Then, we had to rearrange a few more things- some furniture and wall pictures.  Plus, we had the tv wired to go over the mantle, and it swivels so we can watch it from the kitchen or on the couch.  I love it, and have already spent many-a-hours watching Netflix on it. :)

We ended up selling the couch in the bottom left corner, so now the room is a lot more open.

ahhhh

Probably my favorite part?  When I pick Parker up from school, the first thing he wants to do is sit with me, under the blanket, recliner out, and "snuggle".

February Break

The kiddos had a whole week off of school in February.  And, what do you know... Stephen was gone Monday morning until Thursday night!  I'm sensing a common theme with Stephen's travel schedule and the kids' vacation schedule... hmmmm... ;)

We didn't go out of town anywhere, but I tried to keep the kids entertained!  Because, let's face it- lingering around the house too long gets them on each others' last nerves.  (heck, mine, too!) (But I sure do love them.)

The mall:

Like Parker's attempt at a peace sign? ;)

Bass Pro Shop!  Shopping for boats.

Parker's swim lessons:

Playing around the house/town:

Sleepover on the new couch!

Lego Land!

"Shooting" the fun employee at Build-a-Bear:

The Three Amigos as... Batman!

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day has come and gone!  Stephen and I don't do much to celebrate Valentine's Day- just cards- but we try to make it fun for the kids.  Each of the kids had Valentine's parties in their own classes, on 3 different days.  I only made it to Taylor's party, and forgot my phone, so I don't have any pictures from it.  The girls made boxes to take, they got loooooots of candy and cards.  

We got the kiddos some presents- we celebrated the night before Valentine's Day since Stephen would be traveling.

Cards from Grandmom and DeeDad!

One of my four Valentines. 

Kennesaw Mountain

We took a little family outing up to Marietta to hike at Kennesaw Mountain a couple of weekends ago.  It was COOOOLD.  But thankfully, the hike itself wasn't too bad- definitely do-able for my kids.

The kids took turns being grumpy.  This was Taylor's turn.

We made it to the top!

We found icicles on the way down.

Yep.  Didn't take long.