Project Birdhouse

Carter loves his Papa.

Carter loves to paint.

Carter loves projects.

Today Carter spent the afternoon with Papa painting a birdhouse they built together last week (and lots of other fun stuff). He had a blast. What 4 year old boy wouldn't?

Thanks Papa for taking time out of your busy week to spend with Carter!

We love you!

ps YES, little brother Turner was pretty sad for the first five minutes, but he got over it and had fun with mommy (and napping).

Visiting Fireman Dan

A couple weeks ago we visited the local firestation and our friend, fireman Dan! The boys had a great time taking in the sights and sounds with some of their friends.

Carter checking out the truck!

With Savannah & Camden, watching Fireman Dan gear up!

Fireman Dan & his sidekick (and son), Seth!

The kids (& me) with Dan!

Checking out the camera.

It was pretty exciting when a call came in while we were there!

My boys! Watching the firetruck head out!

Look out - Turner's driving!

I love line-up pictures :)

(esp in front of the firetruck)

Thanks Fireman Dan & the Station #1 crew for having us!

Turner captures the record....

for the youngest Hohlen kid to have stitches/staples put in!!

NEW RECORD: Turner William, 2 year 3 months - (staples in his head)

OLD RECORD: Carter Thomas, 3 years 9 months - (stitches in his forehead)

**also of note, Carter had his lower lip "glued" when he was about 2 years 1 month

Here's a little from TW on the experience:

More details: The accident (head to formica bookshelf) occurred during Tuesday morning Bible Study at church. Thankfully Mamie was at church for Bible Study too and able to come to LincCare with us. Unfortunately Daddy wasn't available to come along so Mommy had to be the holder while Mamie watched (sort of) with Carter. And this time Papa wasn't on duty - so it was definitely more stressful than our last experience to urgent care - but we survived and we're thankful all he needed was 3 staples :) Other than refusing lay on his back for diaper changes and going to sleep at night on his tummy, Turner seems to be healing up quite nicely!

Life as the mom of little boys can be quite exciting!

Getaway to Chi-town

Two weekends ago (thanks to my awesome Mother-in-law & selfless hubby for keeping the boys) I was able to head off to Chicago with mom for a girls’ weekend in the city. It was a great time of shopping, eating and just taking in the sights & sounds.

One of the highlights was being part of a small red carpet event as Elton John arrived at the Ford Theater for the Broadway show Billy Elliot! Mom & I had front row spot in the midst of the chaos. Not a big Elton John fan, but I still got quite a kick out of all the hoopla!

All in all, it was a fabulous trip – so great to spend the time with Mom. HOWEVER, I was so excited to get home to my boys – I was definitely missing them!

Thanks Mom for taking me along, we WILL have to go again :)

Buzz & T-buzz ready for summer.....

Daddy said it was clipper time. Now we're ready for sunny days, water fights, park dates, & maybe even some camping! C'mon warm weather - we want you to come stay for a while!!

Party 4 Carter

Delicious Cake + Special Guests + Fun Memories =

A great 4th Birthday Party for Carter

And make that a double….

He was a very spoiled and very happy birthday boy to say the least!
We hope he realizes how special he is. What a guy!! We love our Buzz!

Thanks to all for celebrating such a great kid with us.... we loved all the cards, notes and phone calls!!