April 10, 2012

The Masters 2012

Last week, Jan and I had the privilege to attend a practice round of The Masters. Many thanks to Werner and Raluca for inviting us along. It was a wonderful day at a fabulous venue.


It truly feels like a painting, so perfect.




Sadly, the azaleas were gone.


Amen Corner



Protecting the Honey Bees



These boards helped us keep track of the players, who were on and off the course all day.



Kiddies Corner


My favorite 'older' player, Mickelson.



My favorite 'younger' player, Rory (with Tom Watson).



Unfortunately, we never caught up with Louis Oosthuizen - I think the guys wanted to wish him 'baie geluk.'

Jan and I enjoyed watching the playoff on Sunday - a South African vs. a fellow UGA alum. 
We definitely hope to return one day!

April 9, 2012

Easter 2012!

Saturday we took Abigail to meet the Easter bunny. She didn't scream and cry...in fact, she didn't really express any emotion. She is my child.




The Easter bunny came to visit early Sunday morning and left a trail from the front door to Abigail's basket. Daddy got a little basket too!




Abigail loved her books and toys...


But really wanted Daddy's candy!




The Easter bunny left this little toy too. She can sit and play music or stand behind and walk with it. 
She is way more interested in the music part right now. 


Sunday afternoon we went to the farm for an Easter picnic.







Abigail even hunted a few eggs!




She was spoiled with attention, another Easter basket from her Aunt Allison & Uncle Chad and more Easter gifts from Bibi and Papa.



Despite not feeling well and running a tiny fever (teething pains), Abigail was a trooper and everyone enjoyed the day.

April 6, 2012

2 Years and Spring

The first day of Spring always brings our anniversary, and this year we celebrated 2 years! It landed on a Tuesday, and Jan offered to take me to a nice dinner, but I told him I preferred to spend the evening on a blanket in the yard with my two loves. So, Jan handled the grilling and we embraced the wonderful weather. We may have even splurged a bit - Jan got a new fruit product and I got a new plaid accessory. Of course, I also received 2 dozen roses - a tradition that will eventually become overwhelming (financially and what does one do with 50 dozen roses??). And even though baby was a bit tired, it was a lovely evening.








I love Spring - not the pollen, but the warm, humidity free air and fresh breezes. Spring is a time of renewal - Spring planting, Spring cleaning, etc. And having Abigail with us this Spring is wonderful. Jan and I embrace being outside and hope to pass our love of fresh air and sunshine onto Abigail.

I only wish I could spend more time with her - take her to the park more and lay on the grass more. I have been struggling with my work/life balance lately, but know that my obligations must be fulfilled in order to provide for her - keep the rent paid and the carrots pureed. :) I know that all working Moms struggle with this and that I'm not alone.

We ventured to a new park in town last weekend and Abigail enjoyed her first swing ride. To say that she loved it is an understatement.






She wasn't terribly impressed with the slide however.




There's no better way to end a day - soaking in sunshine on a beautiful lawn with your gorgeous, amazing child and incredibility handsome husband. I'm one lucky lady! Happy Spring!