Dutch Dinner

Two weeks ago we had a chance to get Matthew dedicated while Paula was here.  It was a great day and reminds us of the great responsibility we have as parents.  Just when I thought I had skirted responsibility, I get it again. 

We also were able to get a few pictures since it was such a nice day.

We are anxiously awaiting spring and more of this weather.

Here and me and the boys hanging out.  James just had a bath and loves to run around the house after a bath.  He also really enjoys holding his brother.

Sometimes you just have to give in.  James really wanted to wear his ski goggle  at dinner and we had to give in.  We also got a video of it and it was very funny.

 

This weekend we got a chance to go to Manhattan MT to visit my parents and partake in the Dutch festival they have once a year there.  The dutch dancers reminded me of the days back in IL when I was a kid and danced at the festival we had there.  Nothing like getting a round of Klunt with a ladel of butter, and bacon grease to really bring you back to your roots.

They also had a benefit auction for the School.  It was fun to see and it seems like everyone likes my parents and have enjoyed them.  I know my parents are really enjoying Churchill.

Saturday we went to a ranch and James instantly wanted to get up into the tractor.  Someday I will have to get him out to job site and sit in an excavator...he will shake out of excitement.

My mother got a lot of good Grandma time.  She elected to stay at home with the grandchildren today and still was in her PJ's when we got home from church..  She could not get enough of holding Matthew.

James and I broke out my old lego's and brought back some very good memories.  I had a great time playing with them and think it will not be long until James get a bunch of his own to play with (so I can also play with them).

Matthew was smiling so much on this trip and my mother could get him to smile all of the time. 

James had a great trip and both the boys really travel quite well.  Those two kids crack me up every time I look at them and their cute smiles.