We celebrated Cooper's birthday today. Can you believe he's 5?! Actually, he's been 5 for a week now, but we were waiting to celebrate together. We spent the day at the Drafthouse to see Cars 2.


We perused Toys R Us and debated between a Nintendo DS and a bearded dragon at the pet store. Daddy nixed the DS. Mom nixed the reptile. Cooper settled for a new set of stylin' headphones and toys. He's easily pleased.

He was especially excited to share a boatload of yummy cookies at swim practice.


I just can't believe he's 5. I'm stunned.

Getting the Grub in Order

I've mentioned before how much I love organization. I just have to have a place for everything to go. Lately, our pantry has been getting out of control. Again. The shelf labels I made last year just aren't enough to keep things in order.

Today, I added a shoe holder to the mix. Now, I feel better about things.


I'm sure your day is much more complete now that you know my protein bars have a new home.

All is Well

The kids went in for their annual well checks today and all is well. It's a monumental event because neither of them are ever sick. We only see our pediatrician at these annual checkups, so we don't know her very well. I'm okay with that. It's a far cry from our weekly visits to the doctor that we made when Cooper was little.


In case you were wondering, they are both in perfect condition. The doctor is concerned that they are growing too much. Maybe next time I should have Daniel take them in. She won't have to wonder why my children are on track to tower over me in three or less years. And, other than putting a brick on their heads, there's not anything I know of to stop this "problem".

Star Spangled Pretzels

A national meet at UT coincided with the Fourth of July this year. So, I decided to tackle both events and make patriotic treats for our friends/neighbors that could also be treats for the swimmers. Who doesn't love pretzels, white chocolate and sprinkles?! I thought so.