schu-schlog: Navy Seals

On Wednesday, we decided to go to the library for toddler story time that starts a 9:30 am. I decided to get ready at 8:15 am. Unfortunately we weren't out of the house until 9:20 because I decided I was going to put Ryanne in the stroller, carry Finley in the bjorn, and wrap the day pack around my waist filled with 3 blankets, a water bottle, hats, mittens, phone and my wallet. What was I thinking? It was the coldest, foggiest, mistiest day of the year and I could see my breath. Again, what was I thinking? I almost turned around and got us all in the car.... i decided to keep going all in the name of exercise. We arrived at the library 9:45, we enjoyed the rest of the story time (15 minutes left)..I decided we were going to at least make the most of the library and get some bedtime books. We got 5 large picture books. Did i really need to add another 5lbs to my load?To make the trip really count, I decided to take the girls to Starbucks. I needed a jolt, Finley needed to eat and I wanted Ryanne to have a snack to take on the ride back..this trick often keeps her awake. Not today. After we geared up, we started our way back home. Ryanne wanted to read one of her new library books. Usually I would be thrilled about this request....but the over sized book kept falling on the ground. Next, the clean blanket falls on the dirty ground. I stop, pick it up. Next the book falls again, stop, pick it up. Repeat. Repeat. Book got put away. Then I decided I would document this outing. The sun peaked out a little, but I could still see my breath. It was too quiet. Ryanne fell asleep. !@#$%^&* I try to avoid this at all costs because I rely on her taking at least an hour nap in her crib allowing me time with Finley alone. If she sleeps early, she wont nap later.... As I huff and puff my way up the hill pushing 35lbs, carrying at least 20lbs, I felt good knowing dinner was in the fridge already, until I was reminded it was Ash Wednesday....I should have been more concerned about reflecting upon the day, but all I could think about is that the dinner I prepped, was meat. Back to the drawing board..and back to the grocery later. As we arrive home, Ryanne and Finley were still sleeping. I dropped my cargo off at the garage, but continued to walk around the neighborhood (standing idle wakes babies). Finley was agreeable for the majority of the trip (as usual) but the 2yr old Ryanne woke up a grumpy toddler because of her lackluster nap. We all get inside, it was around noon. I felt like I just passed the navy seals physical test. The sun comes out completely and both my kids poo their pants. Eureka!
We have been playing alot outside since it has been so sunny and nice out. Thursday was beautiful and Ryanne picked out a perfect little outfit for herself to be photographed in. Ryanne has been entertaining Finley, who actually laughed and giggled today. It was adorable...