our SHINNanigans: Last, Last Week of Summer

I thought last week was my last week of summer. I'm going in randomly this week for presentations, but it's been pretty relaxing overall. The older kids are at the grandparents right now, so things are quiet, organized (soon) and relaxing. I should really soak all this in before the chaos when they come back. Although I should be taking advantage of the kids not being home, I can't help but clean. I think I have a problem...

Missing the two loud rascals... but loving the quiet

Soaking in warm summer nights @ Rita's

Play dates at the park with school besties

Always a nice surprise when you run into your bestie unexpectedly at the mall

My babies

The three amigos

These three get along pretty well overall. After breakfast on Sunday morning, the two older ones decided to play and entertain their baby sister. They're super loving towards her and that just warms my mama heart. Even Lucas speaks in a baby voice to Evangie.

"Rest time" - haha

On to more serious matters, we went to visit my Mom's grave this Saturday. It was her six year anniversary this year. It's crazy that six years have gone by just like that! The older two are asking more questions - how does her body fit in there? How do you burn her body? Explaining that her earthly body is here but her soul is in heaven. Lots of deep stuff, man. And it was also Evangeline's first time here (of course she'll have no idea what's going on till maybe two years from now).

Visiting Po Po's grave

I never thought I'd be a girl mom. I always wanted a boy first and my wish was granted. Then I had a girl (duh) but didn't really think much of it till now. At 4.5 years, Char is awesome! Although she doesn't look like me, she has my personality and is my favorite sassy girl. Besides her appearance, she is my mini me and I love it! I can't wait to share life and do cute/fun girl stuff with my two girls. Sisters forever!

Girls rule

Can't wait for pedi and spa dates with my girls when they're older

And finally, there's my baby, baby girl. The almost six month old who is probably nowhere near sleeping for 12 hours at night. Why girl, why? We started solids roughly two weeks ago and I don't think she even cares for it. Unfortunately, I think she's too young to do that whole self weaning thing where I just steam up veggies for her to eat on her own. However, when she sees me eating ice cream, it seems like she'll gladly open her mouth. Oh girl...