Yay for Weekends!

I love the weekends (OK, I think EVERYONE loves the weekends). Yesterday for Valentine's Day we had a nice family dinner at one of our local favorite eateries, James Joyce. We got there early so we had the entire patio to ourselves, which is always nice with two wild kiddos!

Ellie is big into dancing now. Here she was bustin' her moves out on the patio.

And, Meggie playing with the buckle on her highchair.

Meggie showing us her beautiful blue eyes!

On Sunday morning Chris took his girls out to Sweet Melissa's, my favorite breakfast spot.

Ellie loves their biscuits, this one was almost as big as her head!

But, it got her lip lickin' stamp of approval!

A Few More Class Pics...

My last photography class was Wednesday and I got to see pictures that other students took of Ellie and Kelly. Here are a few of my favorites....

My Sick Girl

Ellie woke up today with a fever. She is such a champ and is handling it really well. She has slept four hours so far today. And, anyone who knows her knows that this kiddo is not a big fan of sleeping!

We had to go to Target to re-stock our supply of kiddo medications. She also got a "Special Treat," a Scooby Doo DVD.  The DVD has been looping all day. But she slept through most of the shows (meaning I have seen every episode at least four times).

Poor Elle, I hope she feels better soon!

Fun Weekend!

Ellie had her friend Bianca over on Saturday to play. The weather was beautiful! The girls played outside and had a great time!

Ellie playing outside in our backyard.

Meggie likes to climb up on all the chairs on our deck. She also likes my Blackberry!

Meggie playing on the chair with my phone. Look at all that hair she is growing!

Saturday night we met out neighbor at the Taq for dinner. It was yummy! (We got there a little early, so the girls got to run around outside for a while).

On Sunday Chris took Ellie to Stone Mountain and Meggie and I hung out together. For lunch she had chicken nuggets and whip cream....lunch of champions!

Saturday at the Park

My photography class went to Piedmont Park on Saturday for an outdoor photo session. We were suppose to bring "models" so Ellie (by default) went with me. Kelly, one of my oldest friends (in terms of longevity) also met up with us.

About two-ish months ago Kelly and Ifound each other in the Facebook world and realized we only lived about five miles apart....in Atlanta! It was a huge surprise to both of us since we grew up together in Missouri but had not seen each other since her family moved to Chattanooga. She was such a great sport, holding light reflectors and making sure Ellie did not fall in the lake. It was awesome to have her and Ellie together, a very special day (excuse me while I tear up). Since Saturday Ellie has been asking when she get to see my friend again!

Meggie's Mini Photo Shoot

I am taking a photography class that focuses on taking pictures of people. So, my poor friends and family are having the camera pointed at them so I can fulfill my class assignments. Today Meggie and I headed out to one of the local parks so she should could be my model.

Thanks Meggie! One day I will re-pay you!

Saturday in Decatur

Saturday morning we headed out for breakfast at my favorite breakfast spot, Sweet Melissa's. After breakfast the girls ran around the square and let me take a few pictures of them.
Ellie getting ready for her breakfast. She started out with three small containers of jelly before her biscuit arrived.

Meggie started of the meal by  snacking on some Cheerios. Yummy!

Then she decided to move onto a straw.

 

Chris likes to scare me to death by throwing her up in the air. Obviously, she has no issue with it! At least it makes for a fun picture!

Ellie just being Ellie. Falling down and hamming it up for the camera! Notice the blackberry jam on her clothes!
After our fun morning on the square Ellie's friend had a birthday party. Here is Ellie and another friend Allie being silly with Allie's mom.

A Few Steps Back

Before we left for Missouri Uncle Drew came over and we celebrated Christmas with him. We opened gifts from Grandma Judy and Grandpa Steve, we all had a great time!

I think I almost blinded Ellie with my flash. Sorry honey!

Ellie opening a present from Uncle Drew.

Chris helping Meggie with the block Uncle Drew got her.

Ellie was so excited to get a Barbie from Grandma and Grandpa. It has been her constant companion since!

Meggie playing with Ellie's Winnie The Pooh computer.

The girls helping Daddy open the big package from Grandma and Grandpa.

Daddy and the girls getting ready to assemble Meggie's new door!
I had one present under the tree that I was not expecting. Chris got me an external hard drive for all of my RAW file images. Thanks babe!

Meggie playing with the NERF darts while Chris put her door together.

The door is almost done!

Ellie making good use of the box the play door came in.

Thanks for all of the great gifts Grandma Judy and Grandpa Steve! They were all great!