Finally!

Not quite walking, but so close!

Chicago!

We just got back last night from a trip to Chicago.  We are on Spring Break this week and we wanted to get away for a bit.  We had a great time!  The kids did wonderful in the car as well.  Thanks Grammy and Grandpa for the DVD player.  That helped immensely. While in Chicago, we were shocked at how cold it was.  We lived in our jackets, long sleeves, and pants the entire time.  We stayed very busy and the kids were able to adjust to a bit of a different schedule.  The only real breakdown was the day we went to the Field Museum and the Aquarium in the morning.  While waiting for the bus, both kids were well over-due their naps.  Needless to say, we were a sight on the city bus.  By the way, you would have thought Jack was in heaven as we loaded that bus.  He loved it.  Anyways, here are some pictures from our trip.

Caroline holding on to the dinosaur bones.

Digging for bones.

Jack taking a turn posing.  He loved the dinosaurs!

Fishing

Caught one!

Outside of Navy Pier...yes, it was cold.  We were in our jackets the entire time!

The kids loved the hotel.

Sue the T-rex

Shedd Aquarium

Caroline loved it.

The glass floor threw her off a bit.

After a day at the aquarium.  Caroline fell asleep during the dolphin show.

Waiting for the bus.

How we traveled around the city.  Jack is a goof ball!

Lincoln Park Zoo

We were worried about how the day was going to be when it started like this!

Millennium Park

Our baby is a big girl now!

Here are a few highlights from Caroline's birthday. We had a small get together as she was recovering from a stomach virus.

I actually have time to post all of this b/c I am actually home with her today. Day 2 of fever, ear infection, and red throat...come on spring weather, stay warm!

Loving the cupcake!

Jack wanted to help (or open them all) so badly!

In awe of the presents...yes, they are for you!

This has to be my favorite video from Caroline's birthday. She is quite the fireball!