Haircuts and Flu shots... What a day!

Yesterday was a very busy day for the kids! First, mommy took them to many stores. Then we went to the doctor for flu shots. Lizzy was so brave. All she said was "Ow" when she felt the prick, and got her Nemo Band-Aid. No tears. No tantrums. Very brave example. Poor Ervin had a rougher time of it however. Lizzy went first and Ervin thought maybe just Lizzy was going to be pricked. Then he realized he was next. Many sad/upset tears were shed. Ervin got a Bruce the shark (from Nemo) sticker, but was still crying. Mommy said "Okay, Ervin; we're all done and we can go to Grandma's house" and the crying stopped. So we got him a Dum Dum and even more happiness was exhibited. :)

Then we went to Grandma's house and had a blast! Ervin loved getting the rocks out of Grandma's fountain. We took Grandma to Target and looked at all the fun Christmas decorations. Then we went to Arctic Circle, ate yummy lunch, and played on their playground.

After that, we went home so everyone could have a good, long nap, to mommy's delight! Daddy came home and we headed for haircuts for the kids. Of course Lizzy was the perfect child and role model for how to sit still and behave. Ervin had quite the upsetting experience. Daddy sat with him and they both had capes to keep most of the hair off. Ervin even got a sucker, but unfortunately, he wouldn't even lick it until after his trying ordeal was over. The woman cutting his hair did a great job, especially with all the moving, wiggling, and crying that Ervin did. Hopefully, he will get better the more haircuts he gets.

Then, Uncle David came over for our weekly Office party. The kids were bouncing off the walls with excitement! They couldn't have been more excited if Santa had come to our house. They stood by the window and watched diligently for signs of David's card. Everyone ate dinner (and dessert) really well. Mommy made a "Picnic Loaf" which is a loaf of bread with chicken, broccoli, onion, and chesses baked inside. For dessert we had peaches 'n' cream cheese cake which was wonderful. All in all a very busy but fun day. Thanks!