Ursula the Flight Witch

We board our flight in Phoenix in the nick of time (me flying solo with 2 kids) to be greeted (not so much) by Ursula the flight witch. Yep, her real name. From the second we sat down she hated us and we weren't too fond of her either. I could just tell how much she despised kids and it must have been the end of her shift because she was done! It started with the OCD checking of our isle before take off - no joke 8 times and stopping to tell us something we were doing wrong each time. I wasn't pinning Mason down on my lap tight enough (we hadn't even started moving yet), our bags weren't all the way under the seats, only 3/4 the way under, Christian's seat belt was too loose and he could "slip right out" she says, then we dropped a baby wipe in the isle and back she rushed to snap it up. My kids were not even being bad and the flight hadn't even taken off - did she want me to show her bad?!?

Then the boys were patiently waiting for their drinks, which they were very excited about. Mason patted Ursula on the back and oh no, she turned with the biggest scowl and said "UH UH" twice and shaking her finger at him with total attitude. I wanted to let him hit her or give his famous bite but I resisted and laughed instead. I just wished I had someone else to turn and laugh with but I seemed to be the only witness.

The Best Part

After we landed and were sitting parked at our gate (with the fasten seatbelt light still on of course), Christian pushed the attendant call button without me knowing. No worries, Ursula would let me know, along with the whole flight. She gets on the loud speaker and firmly addresses the entire flight: "Nobody should be pushing the call button unless it's a dire emergency - IT IS ONLY FOR EMERGENCIES!" We were parked for crying outloud and she knew darn well it was my kids, her enemies. Everyone was looking around wondering who the suspect was. I proudly announced to all that she was speaking to MY KIDS. What a BEAST!!

I really was laughing it was so bad. When it was finally time to get off the plane, they announce: "thanks for flying Delta today, we welcome your comments on delta.com." Hmmm, I think I'll be sending a little comment about their "oh so friendly" flight attendant Ursula. The name fits. Be warned...

Soccer Stud

Christian played his first season of soccer and loved it. We were very entertained as well - watching the kids steal the ball from their own teammates, score goals for the wrong side and roll around on the ground playing during the games. Christian even scored a few goals and for the right team. Way to go bud! The biggest challenge was keeping wild man Mason off the field, to which we failed many times. He wanted in on the action!

Go Sharks!

Showing off for Nana & Grandma

Quack Quacks

Between all the rain/snow storms, we've managed to get outside and enjoy the Spring weather. Love the sunshine, flowers and everything green. It's about time! After a recent visit to Fairmont Park, Mason frequently asks to "feed quack quacks" now. When singing Old "Donnel," the ducks are his first choice as well. Who can resist a little quacking?? He loves chasing them, trying to grab them and throwing bread AT them - squealing with joy the entire time. Easily entertained.

p.s. Fairmont Park is much better than Sugarhouse Park for duck feeding - low key, not crowded and cleaner. Plus they have a nice playground if you're willing to walk to the far side of the park.

He's How Many??

Our "Biggest Boy" Christian turned 4 on April 26th. It makes me sad that he's getting growing up so fast but it's also a fun age. So many questions and he talks about everything with great detail. He's quite the "know-it-all" (hmmm...I think I know where he got that from) and has the best memory!

My sweet, tenderheart is always happy and
adores his friends, family, church and school.

I hope his excitement about life and people never goes away. Wish I could just bottle up that pure innocence forever ...

Round 1 of Parties at Grandma Linda and Grandpa Dave's House

Somebody got SPOILED!!

Brother steals a lick - BUSTED

THE STAR WARS PARTY at Fat Cats

He had been planning his "Star Wars" party for months so it was nice it FINALLY came. Now he talks about his past life as a 3-year old like it was eons ago. "When I was 3 and 1/2 that was my style" and "I danced like that when I was 3 but now I dance like this."
AND he's already planning his birthday when he turns 5, which will be a Ninja Turtle party, just so you all know. Let's hope it's not another long year of birthday obsessing. Guess that's just part of the fun!

Mr. Mason sure loved the cupcakes but what food doesn't he love.

Presents galore!

My attempt at Star Wars cupcakes in his fave color of course.

I am Iron Man

Gaming fun - the guys got more into the gaming than the kids. You should have seen Troy wheeling and dealing with the poor kids at the ticket counter.
That's what I needed a picture of! It was like his gambling days all over again...glad he was entertained.

Between families, preschool, church and playgroup - it turned into 4 parties for our 4 year-old! Whew! Fun, fun but so glad it's over. Thanks fam for the fun parties and presents! Now it's like Christmas morning at our house - everyone better send your kiddos over to play Iron Man and Star Wars.

Happy Happy Birthday Cool Christian.
We love you!!

Post Office Fury

I stop at the post office to mail a package, pick a box off the wall ($2.98) and start packing my items. I see packing tape sitting on the counter so I begin taping my box up while I wait. My turn. I set my box on the scale and the lecture begins.
Postal Worker: You can't use Express Mail tape on that box, you need clear tape.
Me: Okay, do you have some tape I CAN use?
No but you can buy some over on the wall.
No thanks, I already have tape at home. Can I just pay for the shipping and take the box with me to tape and bring back?
No, if you take the box with you and bring it back, they'll think there's a bomb inside.
HUH?!? So I had to pay for the stupid box and leave with it unshipped. Total waste of time and why didn't I leave the dang box?? And they seriously wonder why the post office is going broke! Next time I'll head straight to UPS or FedEx where they'll happily provide a box, tape it shut and ship it all for one flat rate. Done! What happened to customer service?

So Delicious

I just want to eat those
plump kissy lips!!

Note the ukulele and watering pail in his tight little grip. That's right, Mr. Mason has started carting around random toys everywhere we go - including Christian's soccer game (we were on our way home). He wasn't about to let go of those prized posessions in his sleep - NO WAY - big brother just might steal them.

Oh I don't want this darling, sleeping babe to grow up! He's just so sweet and innocent...in his sleep, that is.

Go Jazz!

Date night in the Jazz Suite (compliments of my work). It wasn't such a great game (like last night) - they lost by 20 (to the Suns) but it was still fun - plus the free dinner, fabulous desserts and night away from kiddos made it that much better! I never get too into the game anyway, but it's always great people-watching...and did I mention the food?? Enough said. Go Jazz!!