Reunited and it feels so good!

SIX weeks and a day later, Seth has come home! We weren't expecting him home today, so we were super crazy excited to see him. Sophia started squealing and jumped out to hug him. Chloe was a bit shy at first but warmed up quickly.

Already, we are back into our family routine. Bath and books with dad as I pick up the house. Like no time has passed!

Welcome home Seth.

P.S. Special thanks to all our friends. I wouldn't not have survived this journey without all of you. Seth and I look forward to having a "thank-you bbq" for you all.

Just me and my Opa

I decided to take the girls on a train ride south to see Seth's parents. It was a long and dirty train ride...but we made it. The girls absolutely love being with their grandparents, aunt and cousin.

Today Opa (aka Kurt) took Sophia on a kayak ride. Just the two of them. She walked on the boat, splashed water on Opa, and waved to fishermen. The adventure ended with hot chocolate. Not bad!

Sophia hasn't stopped smiling since she came back.

Easter Eggs and Matzah Balls

Yesterday was a wonderful day of celebration.  Easter and then Passover!

We spent the morning with our neighborhood at the 4th Annual Spring Potluck (hosted by the Elmhurst Parents Group).  There was face painting, a jump house, a craft project, egg hunt, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.  Sophia loved searching for the eggs, and of course finding the candy and stickers inside.  Chloe even crawled around and picked up an egg.

Matzah Time

After a brief nap, we headed to Savta's (grandma's) house for our family Passover dinner.  This year Aunt Emily and Cousin Timmy came into town.  The three kids played so well together! Dinner was fantastic; Chloe devoured it!  She ate 2 whole matzah balls, krugal, brisket and then lots of dessert.  The only thing she wouldn't eat were the carrots.

It was a very long day...but so much fun.

Coffee Break

This morning I took the girls to the "coffee-shop" (i.e. Starbucks) for a treat.   We purchased a vanilla scone to share, I got my usual drink and Sophia chose a vanilla milk.  Chloe kept reaching for my coffee, so I decided to get her a matching cup filled with water.  It did the trick, she sat (on the counter) contented with sipping her own drink.  Everyone enjoyed watching her.