I know. It’s been awhile, hasn’t it?

So, here’s the scoop: Arizona was wonderful. How did I keep myself busy while Vann was working? Easy. Shopping, afternoon matinees, cupcakes at Sprinkles, and lunch out without toddler food/bibs/bottles/etc. It was divine. A little too cool for the pool (except for the last couple of days), which was fine by me because apparently W hotels actually HIRE beautiful models to “pose” as sunbathers…you know, to get more business. And let me tell you, I’ve never seen bodies like that, at least not in real life. These chicks were stacked up in big girl shoes, and I’m talking 5 inches at least. What’s with wearing heels with your bikini, anyway?

Anyway, THAT was enough to have any self-respecting normal girl shaking in her flip-flops. When this gorgeous wife of a sales winner told me SHE wasn’t going to be caught dead out there I was greatly relieved it wasn’t just me. The hotel had many other amenities though, including a fantastic sushi restaurant, Bliss spa, where we had the most amazing massages, and the coolest lobby/bar/nightclub you’ve ever seen. I could get used to this!!

The girls had a great time at their respective grandparent’s houses…I swear Charlie came back with about 25 more words and Ella had grown an inch. After we returned, Vann kept the girls last weekend so I could venture to Grand Rapids, Michigan, with Auntie Em for a girl’s weekend. Destination: my girlfriend Angela’s wedding. I’m proud to say that I myself braved some 4 inch platform pumps (although NOT in my bikini) in a new dress that actually made me feel pretty decent. I am so blessed to have a husband willing to brave 48 hours of juggling so I can get in some glasses of wine with sweet Ms. Jen and Auntie Em, watch my girl Ang get hitched and have all that car time to cover every topic imaginable. Man, did we laugh. Good for the soul. Love you girls.

Here’s a belated St. Patty’s day pic of little E. As you can see, she’s holding up pretty great in the Bumbo. She still hates tummy time, so that’s our biggest challenge as of late, but she’s getting stronger every day and is just the sweetest little pea.