Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day!! We hope everyone gets lots of hugs and kisses today.

Twenty Nine

Yesterday I celebrated my 29th birthday. Alright, I'm really 37 but who's counting - I (sort of) feel like I'm 29. As my birthday was quickly approaching, I started to have the sewing/crafting itch. I had this itch almost 15 years ago when Jeff bought me a sewing machine. I could probably count on my fingers how many times I've actually used it - I've made some curtains and hemed a few skirts and pants. Anyway, I've decided that as a Mom I should be doing crafty projects for myself and my children. My mom was always sewing and had several projects going on while I was at home (and she still does). She planted the creative seed in my head so many years ago and now it's starting to sprout again. So, I began celebrating my birthday by spending a couple of hours at the fabric store with Hannah, where I purchased material to make a flower cozy for Hannah, chocolate lollipops for Valentines Day, and bouncy balls for Alex. I remember making the chocolates with my mom and grandma many years ago and loved it so I thought I'd give it a try again. Hannah and Alex can't wait for the finished product. As I dropped Alex off at school, he told me he wanted a "boy" project hence the bouncy balls. We'll see how all of these turn out. Whatever happens, I'm excited to get started. Here's the flower cozy from JoAnn Ideas online:

After the fabric store, the kids and I went to the "play" McDonalds. After our fill of Happy Meals and playing, we came home for quiet time (my favorite part of the day). To top off the fun, Jeff brought home a yummy dinner from Carrabba's and a delicious triple chocolate mousse cake from Wegmans. I opened gifts with help from an additional four hands. And can believe it ... I got a pink pony Webkins!! I had a fantastic 37th Birthday. I can't wait to see what the rest of the year brings.

GMU Basketball

The Walls family can never pass up a GMU basketball game. Basketball season is in full swing and we go to the Mason games as often as possible. For the most part, it really is family oriented and the kids love watching Gunston (the fuzzy green mascot), eating popcorn and getting the opportunity to shoot free throws after the game; I love getting out of the house; and Jeff loves to watch the game. Spongebob was at the last game and the next home game (I believe) is Homecoming which means pre-game stuff and fireworks. The Mason games truly are one of our family passions and pleasures. Go Mason !!