I'm One Lucky Mommy

My second Mother's Day would have been perfect if Charlie had been feeling better. The poor little man had a fever and just was not feeling like himself. Nick and I decided to take turns visiting our families so that one of us could stay at home with him all day. It worked out very well. My day started with a yummy breakfast cooked by my hubby. Then, Nick went for a picnic lunch to help Michelle celebrate Mother's Day. I headed over to my parents' house for an early dinner. It was really nice because it was my parents, my brother, and me. It has been a long time since it has just been the four of us. After dinner, I was even able to talk my mom into taking some pictures. All in all, it was a relaxing day, and I felt very loved.

Normally, Nick and I are not big on getting gifts for each other. We have not done anniversary, birthday, or Christmas gifts in a long time. I guess we both feel like we can go out and get something for ourselves if we really want or need it. Plus, we would much rather save the money that we would have spent on each other so that we can spend it on our family and friends. So, you can imagine my surprise when Nick informed me earlier in the week that my Mother's Day gift was on the way. I felt bad because I had already ordered some things for myself for our upcoming beach trip (see below). Well, the anticipation was killing me, and I would not leave Nick alone about the gift. I tried to guess what it was almost every night. On Saturday, he gave in and presented me with my gift. I am happy to announce that I am the proud owner of a Dyson vacuum cleaner. As soon as Charlie was asleep, I took my new toy for a spin around the house. Oh my, can you say disgusting? I was going to take a picture of the crud that came up off of my floors, but then I thought you might never want to come over. It was pretty impressive, and I am thrilled with my Dyson. Way to go, Nick!

Here are some of the goodies that I ordered for myself - matching, monogrammed beach towels and a family beach bag. My parents bought us nice beach chairs to match.

Charlie even got a mini version of our beach chairs from Grandma and Grandpa.

Mom, Adam, and me

Mommy and her sick baby...look at that SAD face!