Chicago

We took a road trip to Chicago over the Memorial Day weekend. The boys did ok for most of the ride, although they both had their moments. We met up with Jeremy's family there...the first night, everyone celebrated Matty's 3rd birthday. The next day, we took the train into the city but torrential downpours did not allow us to take a water taxi down to Navy Pier. We had to go back to the hotel and play in the indoor pool instead. Matty had fun playing with his cousins!

Matty and cousin Kailyn

He loved this light-up Mickey toy
Zach enjoying his new book
Jeremy with all of the kids
Ainsley helping Matty open presents

Zach enjoying the party

Matty checking out his cake
The cake
Blowing out the candles

Here we are waiting for the rain to stop in order to board a water taxi...however, the rain never did stop!

So, we had to go back to the train station.

Little Zach and Lily...4 months apart.

Zach's first time in a swimming pool.

Happy 3rd Birthday Matty!

I honestly don't know where the past 3 years have gone! I was admitted to the hospital on May 21, 2008...5 days later (3 years ago today), a sonogram showed that the baby needed to be born ASAP. Later on that Memorial Day afternoon, little Matty was born. I wasn't awake when he entered the world, but I remember crying when I was wheeled into see him later that evening...he was so tiny but so beautiful. Since that day, Matty has grown into a loving, active, funny, adventurous little boy who I love with all of my heart. He brings happiness to everyone who knows him. This past year, he became a big brother, started carrying on conversations with us, went swimming for the first time, explored playgrounds and went down big slides (just to name a few new things!) He's such a busy, happy boy and we're so lucky that he is our son!
Matty is such a loving big brother.

Matty on his 2nd birthday.
Matty on his 1st birthday.
The day that Matty was born (his first official picture!) Happy 3rd birthday Matty! We love you!

The Water Table

One of Matty's favorite birthday presents was a pirate water table. He loved splashing around and playing with the canon, boats, and fountain...he even managed to get his entire outfit soaking wet! Little Zach had a blast watching the water table fun. On a side note, Zach said 'Mama' for the first time this morning...it made my whole day!

Matthew's 3rd Birthday Party

Matty had a wonderful time at his 3rd birthday party yesterday! He received so many nice gifts and had fun playing with everyone. He also had 2 choo-choo train cakes...what a fun day!

10 Years

Today is our 10 year wedding anniversary. It is hard to believe that a decade has already passed since we were married! I was so surprised when this beautiful flower arrangement was delivered this morning. My wedding bouquet was red roses, and these pink ones are just as pretty.

We were married at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, followed by a reception at the Loretto. Since digital cameras weren't around yet, I don't have any wedding pics online (I had to scan the following one).
We were able to take several nice trips while in our 20's (pre-kids):

But the best things about the past 10 years are DEFINITELY our 2 little boys!

Playing Outside

The nice weather has officially returned...both boys are thrilled!