Valentine's Weekend

Pretty red dress complete with headband and wings, from Grandma Aladodo

Making and decorating heart shaped treats for daddy

Breakfast is served on Valentine's day morning

It is a busy start to the Valentine's weekend at the Marthaler house.  Justin was busy at church on Friday night at a seminar, while Dana stayed home with our kids and Amelia and baby Ben so that their parents could have an early Valentine's date.  We ate a heart shaped pizza for dinner and then made pink heart shaped Rice Krispie treats for dessert.  We decorated some to give to daddy and Amelia and Ben's parents and also enjoyed eating some.  The kids had a great time.  After dinner and dessert/craft time, we got into pajamas and put in a movie.  Mommy had time to clean up and then relax on the couch while the kids watched, danced, and sang along with The Little Mermaid. 

Today I woke up to breakfast in bed.  It was a nice treat to have delicious heart shaped pancakes covered in strawberries and whipped cream and a few slices of crispy bacon on the side and a glass of orange juice. Justin had to leave early again this morning to finish up his seminar at church.  The kids and I headed to the west side to Korean language class.  Ian fell asleep in the car just as we arrived at the kids class and continued to sleep until shortly after 1pm.  It was nice to come home, put him in bed, and rest.  I am still trying to recover from mono, which has been a long road.  I tire very easy and often feel crummy.  My body is definitely telling me to slow down and take time to rest.  If my mind would agree with my body, it would be much easier.  

Justin picked the kids up from Korean lessons and after arriving home, got ready to go on a shopping date with Cami.  She received money from Grandpa Ron for Valentine's day and is excited to go and spend it.  She has many plans for her money including new red sparkling shoes, a new toothbrush, a toy, lots of pretty dresses, and treats.  Unfortunately I don't think she realizes that all of her desires will cost more than what she holds in her puppy purse.  No matter what, I am sure that she will have a wonderful time on her daddy date. 

We look forward to a relaxing evening at home and church and relaxing tomorrow.  Have a wonderful Valentine's day!