That Time I Spent My Birthday at the Zoo with Daycare

 

This year for my birthday I decided to chaperone the princess's daycare trip to the Milwaukee Zoo. We loaded up the kids in the big yellow school bus, which I probably have not been on in 20 years. It was a long trip to the zoo, almost an hour. The kids did really well. When we got there we spent almost an hour getting all the kids to the bathroom then another 45 minutes eating lunch. I helped pass out the lunches and make sure the kids had all they needed.

 

When all was said and done we probably spent an hour and 1/2 seeing animals. L was so excited as she had never been to a zoo before. Seeing her excitement was worth the trip! TI would ask the kids different trivia about the animals as we saw them. I think they got a huge kick out of that. It was a hot hot day so once it was time to go the kids sure were ready. A lot of them slept on the way back. Once we returned Justin picked us up at Daycare and we went to Culver's for my birthday. It was not a typical birthday for me, but it was a wonderful one! Here are some of the animals we saw:

 



Weekend Wrap Up- There is no P in our OOL

 

Saturday after the Color Run I headed home to shower up and take L to the pool. Saturday marked the beginning of pool season and I was determined to get our pool pass money worth. We headed there about 2pm and stayed for about an hour. It was 73 out and the pool was not too crowded. We got our pool passes and due to their internet being down we also both got free soft serve ice cream. It is really nice because our town pool is heated and is a nice 83 degrees.

View of the pool from the concession area, the pool is zero depth entry

Two slides, a body and a tube

More pool

 

L did so good showing off her swim lesson moves. She dove for diving sticks and practiced her swimming. She also went down the tube slide with me a few times.

 

After the pool Saturday we headed home to have yummy Pot Roast for dinner.

First time they have sat on the sill together, right before one of them hit the other

 

 

 

Sunday we headed back to the pool around noon, again not too crowded. We swam more and went down the slide 4 times. We could only stay an hour since Grandma and Nono were coming over. When we got home we got there just in time to meet Grandma and Nono in the driveway. L took a bath for a bit then we went on a walk to the elementary school so she could play on the playground. Even grandma got in on the action on the see saw. I went down some slide and totally bashed my knee. Sometimes I don't realize some of the slides are not for grownups.

 

After park fun, we headed home and to the backyard to play bubbles and do chalk drawings. It was so nice outside and enjoyable. So nice I am actually going to get a hammock for the yard.

Nono and L reading Lady and the Tramp

 

We had yummy burgers for dinner and the kringle I got at the Color Run.

Yum!

 

 Monday was pretty low key, back to the pool again. Little Miss L was a bit additudey throughout the day. We stayed at the pool for 2 hours and enjoyed the 78 degree weather.

 

We just managed to escape the rain right after we headed home. When we got home we just did stuff around the house. L and Justin worked on telling time and counting money. We watched a few good baseball games and had cheese hot dog pigs in a blanket. All in all it was a great 3 day weekend. So glad the pool is finally open and the weather is warm enough to enjoy it. We are also very thankful for all the men and women who served and serve our country that we remember on this Memorial Day. Especially my cousin Caleb who is stationed in Korea for the Army. Thank you Caleb!

 

 

 

 

 



Weekend Wrap Up- Back on WW and A Running Skirt Project

Hope everyone had a great weekend, mine was not too shabby! Friday I decided I wanted to make a tutu for the Color Run Racine next Sat. So I headed out to Hobby Lobby and got tulle in white, green w/ sparkles, orange w/ sparkles, hot pink, and hot green. I also got some elastic to make the band. That night I decided I wanted to make my tutu, I found a bunch of good websites with instructions on it. First off, the glitter tulle made a huge mess on the couch. Probably won't be getting glitter tulle again. It only took about an hour to make, I'll take better pictures Sat at the race but here is a preview:

Doesn't he look hot?

 

Friday I also signed up for Weight Watchers for the 3rd time. The first time I did it was in 2010 and I was very successful. I lost 40 plus pounds. Well in 2011 and 2012 I gained back 25 of it. I tried it again last year and lost nothing. I totally cheated myself and was not as serious about tracking food. I would sneak treats and not record them. We just booked our return trip to Mexico last week and I am determined to succeed again. I am hoping with my running and healthy eating I can stick with it this time. Here was Friday's lunch:

Trader Joe's chicken sausage and a yummy salad in my TMNT bowl, don't judge

Saturday I ran my first 10 miles. Afterwards I had lunch and took L to the park. It was not too crowded so we had a lot of the park to ourselves, always a bonus. We had lots of slide races and a few rock wall climbs.

On the swinging bench

 

Enjoying the park

After the park we headed home to get ready for dinner at Chili's. We shared chips, salsa, and guac and I enjoyed the Lighter Choice 6 oz Sirloin.

 

Sunday was chore day. I reorganized our craft area downstairs.

Now L can easily get to her coloring and games. I surprisingly was not very sore today after yesterday. I managed to get 30,000 steps on the Fitbit yesterday, this was a first! After all chores were done, we headed back to the park for an hour. She got in trouble for climbing up the slide, since there are so many kids we need to just go down the slides, if not we might get hurt. When I asked her why she did it her answer was "I thought you were not looking." Honest yes, but wrong still. We headed home after the park and took a nice walk around the neighborhood before I cooked dinner. I made an excellent WW Shepard's Pie and Reduced fat crescent rolls. So good!!

 

Up next weekend is the Color Run, let's hope for good weather.

 

 

 

 



Weekend Wrap Up- Park Life/ Runner

Yes that is a cat in a box, Justin got next shoes and the cats have been swapping out in it. This weekend started off with a nice, wet 3.1 miles on Friday. I went for a little run around lunch time and it was misty a bit. Went nice and slow, working on distance, not speed.

 

Excuse the nasty chipped nail polish. After my run I finished working then headed for Goodwill for some deals. I got "L" (the princess) a coat for next fall and snow pants. I also got her a few other things. No park as some one was not being so good.

Saturday I met the some ladies from Moms Run This Town of Lake and McHenry and we tackled some miles together. I managed to complete my longest run of the year, 6.34 miles. I was pretty pleased with the splits and the time. Need to build up more miles before the half on June 14th. Afterwards I headed home where we cleaned the garage while "L" played with an array of outside toys. The bunny jump rope did not fair well but she had fun none the less. We headed to our favorite park for a quick 30 min to reward her for good behavior while we were cleaning.

We went to Sweet Tomatoes for dinner and I wore my new Mary Kay makeup from my Influenster Vox Box, review coming soon.

 

Sunday we went to a new park to explore and had a great time. Justin had to work and could not come, but that was ok. This park had a playground and a paved bike path where we walked/bike/ran 1.6 miles. The path said 2 but the Garmin said 1.6. It was odd but maybe it did not pick up some things.

 

 And can I say but the forest preserves in our area have the nicest, cleanest bathrooms I have ever seen! I mean these bathrooms are nicer than some people's house bathrooms. Granted I still make her stay outside while I clear the bathroom first to make sure there are no creepos.

 

Look at how awesome this park was. The ground is all rubber and there was a swing and play structure too. These playgrounds today are AWESOME!

 

After the playground we headed to Culver's for lunch and custard followed by a nap, then another walk around the neighborhood.

Chocolate custard with brownies and Andies mints

 

Now Justin and I are watching WWE Extreme Rules and relaxing. How was your weekend?

 

 

 

 



Weekend Wrap Up- Run, Play, Shop

 

So this weekend was a quick one but a good one. I took a little time Friday during lunch to get in a quick 2 miles. Probably could have done 3 but I was getting hot. Went by Goodwill after work and got a nice White House Black Market dress and some new Under Armor running shorts, still had the tags.

Here is the dress, I thought it was super cute for an event or work.

Afterwards I picked up the child and we had a quick snack then headed to our favorite place, the park. Boy was it crowded and I totally felt if I played on the equipment I would be judged by the other parks, so I boringly stood and watched.

This is only 1/4th of the awesome playground! I love this place as much as she does. Then we headed to Macy's where I got two nice shirts. I went on a hunt for some Sperry Top Siders and ended up empty handed.

 

 Saturday I got up and ran the Lindenhurst Earth Day 5k, it was a free run through McDonald Woods trails. I finished in 37 min, which was not bad since a lot of it was through wood chip paths and up hill. When I got home I showered quick, then pack to our favorite park we went. Thank goodness it was not crowded, and there were parents on the play equipment! We spent about an hour and 1/2 there and it was so fun!

I love when two slides are together so we can race!

Spinning seats are the best!

This thing is crazy, like a log roller

Afterwards the hunt for Sperry's continued, I managed to find some sandals on clearance at DSW for $30.

They will be great for summer and Mexico next year. I still want some boat shoes. We headed home after more errands, she was so tired it spiraled down from there.

 

Sunday we went to the mall to get Justin some shoes and sun glasses. I managed to find the Sheamus/ Ultimate Warrior set and was so happy. With the passing of Warrior I have wanted this set! We got some yogurt at Red Mango, which was excellent. When we got home she played with the wrestling buddies, I think John Cena was wearing a Christmas hat and it sounds like the stuffed bunny and monkey were cuddling on the floor. I made some tasty chicken for dinner and spent time napping a bit. All in all a nice weekend. Hope to actually clean the garage next week.

 

 

 

How was your weekend?