Even though it rained quite a bit this weekend, we still managed to get a lot of stuff done.  We rearranged Kahle and Bodee’s rooms.  They are once again separated.    We got to see the cute Rypkema family during our SF trip.  Taylor is a peanut! Brad, Kahle was saying that you are sometimes Spiderman…..what exactly did you tell him?    After a couple of errands, we hurried home to enjoy the sunshine! The boys and neighbor Brekyn played for a bit while the men did outside work.  It ended up raining, which canceled our fire pit plans.

We (I should really say Micah) shampooed two rooms on Sunday as well.  It is quite a chore, but we are VERY excited to use our new shampooer we got with our vacuum.  Again, THANK YOU to the four people that so kindly listened to demos for us!!  Kahle got to sleep on an air mattress in the kitchen with Micah while I slept in Kahle’s bed.  (The carpets were too wet in the bedroom and living room to put furniture in them).  Kahle thought it was awesome.  I guess it’s kind of like camping!?  Maybe we can get some ambition to put up a real tent in the backyard.  I’m guessing I’ll be sleeping out there with Kahle.

We are in love with Baby Faith!  My mom, the boys, and I drove down to KC after school on Friday.  It was about 10:20 when we got there.  Of course, the boys woke up and wanted to play with all of Noah’s cool toys.  It was a chore to get them back to sleep….I needed Micah there to sing to Bodee.  We got to hang out all day on Sat.  Noah and Bodee are exactly three months apart, so it was fun seeing them play. Rachel noticed that Bodee is a little taller/chubbier.  Rachel said that Noah ranked high for size at his 18 month appt., so we’re anxious to see where Bodee fits in.  Rick & Rachel have awesome neighbors, so we sat outside in front of the fire pit with them.  It was relaxing!  Faith was baptized on Sunday.  She looked adorable in her outfit and shoes that Rachel (and I) wore when we were baptized.  Rachel was a good sport and didn’t yank off the headband we put on her, too!  It was a big day for mommy and daughter.    The trip back to NW IA is always a long one.  Kahle was Mr. Talkative.  He had Silly G’ma (my mom) cracking up with his non-stop chatter and singing.  I think he was overly tired!  He even said, “Thanks for driving, G’ma.” without me saying anything to him.  Also, he claims that Faith is his sister…and he wants to keep her.  He was in love all weekend.  He wanted to hold her.  It was pretty cute.  Bodee would get her a blankie and give it to her.  We need to work on where he puts it though….on top of her head isn’t the best place.

We were excited to get home and see Micah/Daddy.  It had been since Wed. after school–when he left for Des Moines.  He said it was pretty weird not having his boys/me around.  Luckily, he got his “farm fix” in by going to Reid’s.  They even got groceries on their way back from seeing G’ma Krull in the hospital.  We pray she’s released and feeling better very soon!

Micah’s brother, Wade, moved out today.  He’s been living with us since January…ever since he started his new job in NW Iowa.  His wife and four kids are finishing the school year in Kansas.  They are hoping to sell their house soon so they can buy a house in Spirit Lake.  Thanks, Wade, for  your positive perspective on life and being able to connect with our boys!  We love you.

Micah and some students left for State FFA in Des Moines Wed. after school.  It makes me appreciate him even more when I have to get the boys up and ready to go by 7:20.  Let’s just say, I was late for the 7:45 bell at school.    Luckily, class doesn’t start until 8:25.  Also, we are planning a trip to KC this weekend to see little Faith as she gets baptized on Sunday.  We can’t wait to meet her!

Kahle got his 3rd set of tubes last Friday.  They put T-tubes in this time, so hopefully they don’t fall out right away!  He also got his adenoids taken out.  The nurse gave him medicine to relax before they started the surgery.  That is quite the tranquilizer!  He would look at his arm, smile, and then try to move it.  His speech was slurred and slow.  We might need this stuff for bedtime….which he fights us every night!  Anyway, we are thankful that the gunk is out of his ears.  The doctor said he had to use a larger suction thing to get the thick goop out!  We were also told that he should be able to hear better—–no more excuses for not doing what we say!  Silly G’ma (my mom…Janice) came for a quick visit.  However, we did get away for a bit to stop at some rummages.  We found some cute girl clothes for Baby Faith!

Micah and I had a “date” Sat. night.  There was an FFA banquet in Spencer that we attended. We are so blessed to have the neighbors we do!  We got to watch Brekyn Sat. morning, and they took the boys Sat. night.  Micah looked so sharp in my dad’s old suit coat.  We also went for a bike ride on the trails that lead to the beach/campground in RV on Sunday afternoon.  The boys loved the sand.  Bodee wanted to get in the water…..crazy kid!  We just need more sunny days!

We had a fabulous Easter weekend.  It started (for those of us who teach at West Lyon anyway) on Thursday.  We had an early out….then went to the Maundy Thursday service at our church.  It was a neat program.  Micah had school on Friday, so the boys and I played….and I cleaned!  We even cleaned our garage on Friday.  Saturday was also relaxing/casual.  Kahle and I made pancakes for breakfast!  After a packed Easter service on Sunday, we headed to George.  We got together with my G’ma Krull.  Ross, Carter, and Brooklyn were so good with Kahle and Bodee.  They had an egg hunt outside.  The kids and men also got in a good ‘ol fashion game of Annie Annie Over.  It was pretty funny watching Reid.  He definitely worked up a sweat.  We also celebrated with my mom’s side at Burt & Deb’s house.  Deb had an egg hunt for Kahle, Bodee, Jack, and Weston, too.  The boys have lots of tasty candy!  Kahle and I brought our Easter Bunny cake we made for dessert.  We have a picture (it’s in the photos link).  I also had Monday off from school.  I just love spending time with my boys.  Even though Kahle hardly says a peep out in public….he cracks us up with sayings/facial expressions/imagination.  Bodee is also a fun-loving kid.  He’s so hilarious to watch.  He likes our attention!  He babbles all the time….we’re thinking he’ll start saying full sentences soon.  It sounds like he’s speaking in German to us.  We took a trip the Pizza Ranch last night, too.  Bodee scarfed down two pieces.  Again, that’s probably why he’s almost 30 lbs!  We watched the NCAA championship game last night…and were not thrilled to see Duke win.  If Butler would have won, I would have ended up in 1st place.  I suppose I’ll congratulate Wendy on her nicely-chosen bracket.  I’m still not sure what happened to Greg.  He started out so strong!

One and a half pounds is the difference between Kahle and Bodee.  So far, Kahle continues to weigh in heavier (at 31 lbs. and Bodee is 29 1/2 lbs.).  They were weighed at their ear check up yesterday.  We found out that Kahle still has fluid behind his ears, so he needs to get his 3rd set of tubes (and he’s not even 3 yrs. old).  He will also get his adnoids taken out.  One of Bodee’s tubes is half way out.  I am so tired of this stuff.  I was hoping that maybe we wouldn’t have to meet our deductible this year. 

Well, we at WL are starting Easter break today.  My students were very wound up! Early outs always put them in a crazy mood.  Micah’s school is using Friday and Monday as make-up days.  We don’t have too much planned….just hunting for Easter eggs and spending time with my family!  We love hearing the Easter sermon (although, tonight’s message is always a tough one to be reminded of).  Happy Easter to you all.