spring break week continues

On Monday morning I was glad that I had returned early from Atlantic City. Jason's nose was all stuffy and runny and he was coughing. I was pretty convinced it was allergies, so I didn't cancel speech therapy. I felt kinda bad since we were going through tissues non-stop while she was here, but he did okay. I spent the rest of that afternoon going through the boys summer clothes to figure out what they had that still fit, as apparently we'd be needing our shorts already! Tyler still fit in all of his shorts but 1 (phew) and most of his shirts. Jason still seems to fit in everything, but even if/when he does grow I still have Tyler's 18 and 24m clothes put away.

On Tuesday I reluctantly had to cancel our plans to attend my cousin's son Brayden's birthday party, and instead stay home with sicky. We did take a little trip to the lake, and he was happy to be outside. Weather was gorgeous and it was a nice diversion.




Tuesday evening was Ty's first t-ball game. Beautiful weather for it! Tyler did better than expected, but he definitely still has some practice to get under his belt. He had fun, and he only needed to use the tee on his one time up to bat.







On Wednesday is was HOT (92 degrees), especially for the first week in April in New Jersey! I had to pass on a free trip to the zoo (soooo disappointing) because Jason still wasn't feeling well. So despite Jason's miserableness (is that a word?) we hit the beach. He was happier outside anyway. Later we came home for lunch and a nap and got a call that my cousin Kristen was in the area and wanted to meet up with the kids at the lake. The kids had a lot of fun playing together.





That afternoon we took my mom's electric scooter for a test drive at the mall. I had to pick up the boys pictures from Sears and we took advantage of a little shopping time. Got some great deals! After there we went across the street to Chick-fil-a. This CFA has a Wednesay kid's night with free kids meals (with purchase of an adult meal) and they had a balloon lady. Fun for all!


On Thursday we brought along the electric scooter so my mom and I could bring the boys to Great Adventure. First off, the carousel with our whole group.



After quite a few rides for Tyler we found our way into the "fun zone" with all of the balls. Both boys loves this place!



After a frustrating meal with some less-than-stellar employees, it was off to the dolphin show. Jason, refusing to sit on our laps or a bench, enjoying the dolphin show.

And Jason got to try out a new ride...like mini teacups. Glad for that to be over (makes me feel sick) but the boys had fun.


Friday apparently never existed. I have no pictures to document it. I didn't post on facebook. Lord knows what we did, but I imagine is included lots of outdoor time.

Easter Sunday (very picture heavy)

The Easter Bunny arrived! Both boys were thrilled with their finds!




After emptying the baskets and getting dressed it was time for egg hunt, umm, 14??? Spoiled little kids! Tyler of course was all over it. Jason spent the whole time collecting eggs, but refused to use his basket, but instead chucked all his eggs in a pile. LOL.









Later we went back to Jim and Cara's for Easter brunch. We got to experience some of Cara's family traditions, such as Easter pies (yummy) and lamb cake. We had a nice relaxing time, and were even joined by some of their friends (which happen to be our neighbors).






After Jim and Cara's we came home briefly to pack up the car and then head to Atlantic City. Jason napped nicely during the drive and woke up in time for check in. He really enjoyed the view from our room on the 42nd floor.

Tyler had packed him own bag after begging to do so. I packed his clothes and told him to pack his own suitcase with whatever he thought he needed but just to remember his toothbrush. Well, this apparently is what made the cut. LOL. Some highlights: Easter snowglobe, "daddy pillow", brown blankie, 2 stuffed Eeyores, his own toothpaste, and his handprint kit from when he was a baby (what????)

We then decided to head out on the boardwalk and down to the ocean. It was absolutely gorgeous. I found it nearly impossible to fathom that it was spring break in NJ and we were at the ocean! Both boys loved playing in the sand and searching for shells. Excuse the billion pictures of Jason, but I just love the sweater (awesome garage sale find)!










After the beach we walked back up the boardwalk towards Showboat. Two statements that confirm that your 5 year old has spent way too much time in Atlantic City
1. "Mommy, do we have to pay for dinner, or did Mom-mom play enough games to earn us free dinner"
2. "We're going to Showboat, right? Is that the one that is connected to House of Blues?"

We had a very nice and relaxing meal with everyone (Jim, Cara, and her 3 kids met us) at the buffet at showboat. All kids were cooperative, conversation was good, food was yummy, and Jason even ate! The child stuffed his face (slowly of course) for over an hour, ending with an ice cream cone!

From there it was a quick walk on the boardwalk, taking in the sights (and, in Jason's case, talking to the birds)

Then we hit the pier for rides. Tyler and Aiden enjoyed quite a few together. Jason even did a little boat ride, laughing yelling and clapping all the way.







Eventually it got too cold for some of the kids, and Jason had signed "sleep", so we went back to the room. My mom went to play a little in the casino, while I stayed back with my dad to try to get the boys to bed. Tyler fell asleep fairly easy, but Jason had other plans. The pac-n-play was outright refused, but I had hoped he'd fall asleep in my arms at least. After 1.5 hours I found myself with a snoring father, snoozing Tyler, and Jason toddling through the hotel room laughing. At that point I packed up our stuff and my dad escorted us out of Atlantic City. Jason and I came home, leaving Tyler with my parents to enjoy the morning there. So, even though it wasn't successful in the end, we had a wonderful Easter!