Easter 2012

Now that B is more aware of things, this week leading up to Easter has been a lot of fun. Last weekend, we took B to the local shopping area to see their Easter Bunny. Due to the fact that he is currently cutting 8 teeth (including 2 molars) and had an ear infection, he was less than impressed but we finally got a good one.

Last night, we dyed Easter eggs...

...to which all had fun. We did a dozen eggs various ways in 3 simple, safe dyes..

Today, we had a whirlwind adventure of a day. We  headed to Orlando to do some errands and see the Easter Bunny.

Our first stop was Joann's so Husby & I could each stock-up on  some supplies that are hard to find near us. We struck out on some, but scored on others....we also walked away with a savings total of $41 having spent $50....

Then, we went to Bass Pro Shop so B could take his picture with the Easter Bunny, and I could look for more boxes (I use fishing tackle organization boxes for the storage of ribbon, embellishments & other items for Greenemade. After getting his picture taken and playing the egg hunt...we headed to lunch at BJ's brewhouse and then to IKEA.

Hours later, we left there with a new set of drapes for the back slider, a cushion for my craft chair, B picked up 3 pillows for himself and we picked up a bunch of storage stuff (zippable top bins for storing fabric and ribbons, etc., new shelving for craft nook and hopefully a new wire hanging system to organize and visualize my ribbon and an organizing container for all the bags)....B also got a new mini stuffed to tease the pups with and a set of art smocks.

As if the day was not successful enough, we then hit the outlets (I need new dress work shoes) and instead of finding shoes, I hit the VS outlet and found some new cute PINK undies, a Gators Tshirt & yoga shorts!

Finally we headed for home where Husby & I set up for tomorrow's Easter festivities...

 B's Loot

 Crayola overload of Mini Markers, Color me a song tablet, 1 pack of drawing paper

Let's Rock Guitar

 Small sand pail with some yogurt melts, Cookie Monster 

stuffed animal & his artist smocks

*note the camo Easter egg*

Crayola Markers, a new toothbrush & toothpaste to go with the Peeps, 

CARS Tshirt 

*note the football Easter egg*

Daddy filling the eggs for tomorrow's hunt 

The Hunt Eggs

Monday again?

So this weekend was wonderful. Friday, we both had the day off, so we went to Firkin and Kegler in Orlando with some of Greene's coworkers. First though we had to go to the mall to get my wedding rings cleaned, inspected and my engagement ring fixed. Seems I had a small chip in the stone and it was the yearly checkup. I also got to go to my favorite store (I will leave it unnamed, but if you know me, you know what store). We spent well over 5 hours at F & K and had a blast bowling, playing pool and eating some really awesome Apple Dumplings & Ice cream. Afterwards, we drove back to the coast and watched our Netflix movie (Midnight Meat Train). Worst movie ever unless you like super freaky, horror movies with odd plot lines. Saturday was spent at softball practice, errands and working on my school work. We had rented Seven Pounds (Will Smith) earlier in the week, so Saturday we finally watched it. Amazing movie! It definitely has an interesting plot, but overall amazing movie. The plot was well done and the acting was good. On Sunday (Easter), we decided to go back to Orlando to do some shopping and celebrate Greene's birthday. We were able to go to the Outlets and IKEA, but the malls were all closed for the holiday (even though we never saw a notice about it when we were at the other mall on Friday). I found a cute dress shirt and ultra cute heels at the Outlets and at IKEA we finally found the perfect canopy bed frame and a new chandelier light for over the kitchen table. We also went to lunch at BJ's. If you ever get the chance to eat at one of these restuarants do it. In celebration for Greene's birthday, the waitress bought a birthday Pizzookie! So bad for you, but so yummy! The food was great...perfect portion and fresh salads, sandwiches. Everything looked great and our food all tasted excellent....even my leftover sandwich the next day!
Today has been long, but very productive. Work was slow but it allowed me to get my work done for class and prepare for future week's work and my term project. Then I had a review session for some students and now on my way to the field to watch the softball game. Hope everyone has a good evening!