Winter

The last few months have been a bit of a blur. This has been our coldest winter in Chicago and one of the coldest Chicago winters on record. They have cancelled school 4 times this year, which is pretty much unheard of in this area. When my kids were all sick at the end of January, I thought I was going to lose it. My lack of sleep + lack of activities for the kids + the fact that we couldn't get out and socialize = disaster. I am grateful that Jane and Cate have each other to play with, even though they also have each other to fight with too. :) Here are a few things we have been doing to keep everyone entertained.

Hopscotch created with washi tape

Ice skating with hot pads as skates

Morning baths for everyone

Tea parties

Pedicures for Lizzie - her heels get quite scratchy

I am feeling a little more optimistic after our 10 day vacation to sunny California. It was just what I needed to hit reset. I know it will still be cold here for a few months but the end is in sight, I just know it.