Back to Work

I started a new job a couple weeks ago- after several months of looking. I am now at Lincoln Financial Group here in Omaha in the Insurance Solutions department and so far I love it. I was unsure how Austin would adapt to going back to daycare. But he is fine, I think he missed April and all his little friends. Every morning he says, "bye bye- chi chi". Aprils dog is named Chi Chi, so I know he wants to go, and that makes me very happy.

Tornado Drill

We have had a few really bad storms so far this summer. The tornado siren is literally across the street, so there is no missing it. We gather up a few toys and head to the bathroom to wait out the storm. As you can see this is Austins time to play with the toilet paper. We have had some minimal damage with the 65 mph winds and a couple screens have blown off, but nothing major.

Summer Fun

This summer has been alot of fun. Since being let go from TDAmeritrade, Ive been a stay at home mom. Austin and I have had a blast this summer and Im so lucky to have been able to spend every day with him, enjoying new activities-exploring-laughing-crying and playing togethor.
The summer was filled with many trips to the zoo, park, pool and alot of lazy afternoon naps togethor.

Baby makes 4

On Wednesday Austin and I came up to Ida Grove to watch our friend Angie & Neal's little boy Brady, while they headed to Sioux City to have baby boy number 2!!
It was nice to get out of Omaha and enjoy being with friends, and Austin loved playing with all his little buddies.
On Thursday afternoon Brogan Louis joined the Watkins family- He is adorable and we are so happy for them.

Easter -- Part 2

Easter Sunday we made the trip up to Battle Creek to spend the day with my family. We had a very nice time, ate too much and played Rumikubs. My Aunt Dina and I took Austin up to feed a couple horses at the edge of town. He wasn't too sure of the horses at first, as they are pretty tame and came right up to us. I miss small town atmosphere. I cant drive a few blocks in Omaha to feed horses anytime I want :(

Easter - Part 1

Saturday we had Easter in Omaha with the Hansen family. We let Austin have his easter basket in the morning before we headed over to Kyles brothers house for dinner. He is in love with his new golf clubs- would be great if he is the next Tiger Woods (without the infidelity of course :)

Good Friends

Saturday we made the trip up to Ida Grove for Lexi's third birthday party. Its great that our friends have kids close to Austins age. I hope they will grow up to be the best of friends. Austin had a great time playing, and it was nice to catch up and enjoy everyones company.