A Busy but Fun Weekend....

We had an excellent weekend. Darryl's been really busy at work...working long hours...and not seeing much of the kids. So, we decided to spent the weekend together and do some fun stuff. And get some things done outside. Sorry that Darryl didn't make it to Karine's Birthday bash. I'm sure the dinner was yummy!!

We had Jim, Annabel, and the kids over for dinner on Friday night. The kids enjoyed playing together and we got to have a nice visit with Jim and Annabel. Shamus took a real liking to Jake so I hope that means that he'll be more interested in playing with Breagha soon! I think she's a bit too boring for him right now.

The weather has been super. (crossing my fingers that it continues) and yesterday it went up to +26. So, we took advantage of the warm weather and got to spend a lot of time outside. We went for nice walks with the kids, trips to the park, and got some work done outside. We did lots of raking, I weeded all the flower beds, and Darryl put down fertilizer/grass seed in the backyard. We're going to get some grass back there yet!!! I'm going to start buying some plants/flowers for the flower beds in the next couple of weeks. My sister is hoping to come and visit in May so I need to have nice, clean flower beds to show her! Her and Mom are the gardening experts...I suck...but I'm going to work at it!

It was nice to have sunny weather after all the snow/rain storms. And we got Shamus his first baseball glove so we tried that out too!! He's pretty cute!!

On Sunday we had Preetha, Joe, and Matteo over for a BBQ and the boys had some fun outside. They both liked the John Deer tractor that Cheryl bought Shamus and played some hockey in the basement that evening. Pretty funny to watch 2 year olds "play" hockey!

............and just wanted to end the posting with a picture of Shamus in his new undies!! He's been wearing underwear for about a month now but I wanted to show this picture to Mom and Aunt Judy. Thought you would get a kick out of his "MacNeil bum and legs"....skinny! Just like Dad and Lawrence! heheeeee... There definitely no meat of Shamus yet! But he is awfully cute in his underwear!..............

What's with the Yard-Diggin' Critters???

So, a couple of weeks ago, some "Critters" dug up a lot of our frontyard. If they had dug up the backyard we wouldn't of cared...it's a mess anyway!! But, the frontyard was all grass. And pretty decent grass! Whether it was raccoons, or skunks...or a bear (ok, it wasn't a bear)...they did some damage to a lot of homes in the neighborhood. Some people lost their whole frontyard. They tore up big chunks of sod looking for food. I guess because winter didn't want to end!! I hope they're eating now and don't come back!

They really did a number...this used to be all grass...

And this is after...Darryl and I raked the sods up and Darryl planted some fertilizer and grass seed. It's suppose to work quite well so hopefully we'll have some new grass in a couple of weeks!! There's some grass already started to pop up....

Darryl's Birthday!!!!

Last Wednesday was Darryl's Birthday. Yeap...31!!! He's getting up there! I may have to trade him in for a newer model. heheheeee...just kidding!!!

Darryl's been working pretty long hours lately so he was late getting home. Shamus couldn't wait for him to eat his dinner so we cut the cake for Shamus...Shamus enjoyed the choclate cake while Darryl enjoyed his dinner from "Soupbol". It's one of his new favorite restaurants so he was happy!!! And so was Shamus!!!

Shamus tried out the chop sticks on his choclate cake but gave up and used his fingers!!

Breagha enjoyed her new view on things...in her highchair!! Of course she was happy about it. Better view up high than sitting on the floor...

Shamus was a big help getting the birthday gifts rollin'....

You can't go wrong when you shop at "Simons"...

So, then on Saturday night we went out to dinner with some of Darryl's friends...old co-workers, new co-workers, and of course the UK Boys!!!

We went to Scarolie's...a nice Italian restaurant by our house. Darryl thought that it was only going to be him and I. He was pretty surprised to see everyone there!!! :)

Birthday desert...

Enjoying some time together!! ...that's Darryl's beer in the way!

Darryl and Matteo enjoying the birthday card...

And Darryl and Kris checking out the birthday gift...

Thanks for coming out guys!!!

Easter Weekend!!

So, we had a great Easter weekend with lots of food, drinks, treats, and family. My friend/cousin/neighbor...from Nova Scotia...Amanda...can to visit us for the long weekend. Amanda lives in Windsor, ON now and the only time she got to see us in Montreal was when I was in the hospital when Breagha was born. So, she didn't get to see much outside the hospital!! This time I wanted to make sure that she got to see some of the city, the nightlife, and of course the shopping!! She's very up on fashion so I think she enjoyed herself!! We went to Simons a couple of times and she enjoyed the nice shops on St. Catherine...

We mostly relaxed on Friday but did manage to stop into Fairview Mall for a quick peak...

On Saturday we treated ourselves to a pedicure at the West Spa and then took Shamus to Matteo's 2nd birthday party. After the party we headed downtown to do some shopping and then relaxed on Cresent St. We had a nice dinner and drinks at Newtown. And then went out dancing. I had a blast! Jo - thanks for a great time!!!

Some sightseeing during the weekend....

I love this building...it's one of my favorites...

Of course Jo had to get her picture in front of the "MacDonald" statue...

Old Montreal

Notre Dame Basilica...it's an amazing church...

Amanda and I enjoying a drive thru Old Montreal.

I was also enjoying my new Chanels!! Thanks Jo!

Saturday night....

The band was awesome!! They played great 80's music and Amanda did some Videotaping!! heheheeee...kind of a private joke...ask her....

Getting a drink at the bar....good times with a great friend....

She's very friendly to the camera!!

Easter Weekend Continues!!!

So, just a few pics of Amanda and the Purdys. Shamus was just starting to enjoy "Aunt" Amanda and she had to head back to Windsor. And of course Shamus wanted to go too....so we'll have to see what we can do!!! We loved your visit Jo. Please come see us again...but when it's warmer!!! You're my shopping guru!

Easter Sunday morning...Shamus enjoyed all the treats on Sunday morning.

And his new Lighting McQueen flashlight!!

Shamus enjoyed Amanda's company! She bought lots of treats and was lots of fun to play with!!

Aren't they cute?

Yes, anyone that knows Amanda, knows that she DOES NOT cook!

But, she was great at helping out with the turkey dinner!

And it was yummmmy!

Amanda convinced Shamus and Breagha to pose for the camera.

Isn't Shamus get at posing for a picture? And Breagha is always a cutie!



We did some more sightseeing on Monday and finished up on shopping. Then Amanda flew out on Tuesday. It was great to spend the weekend with family..who is also a great friend!!!

Good Times!!

Hey dad ... pass me that hammer.

So I thought it was time to introduce Shamus to power tools. I mean what respectful two year old doesn't know his/her way around a five foot power awger. How could I send that pour soul to daycare, where all the other kids would be showing off there circular saw and power drill skillz, and pour little Shamus would have to fall back on licking his finger and sticking it in someone's ear. To Ikea we went. We decided a table and chairs would be an good starter project. You can imagine our suprise when we realized that all holes are pre-drilled. NOOOOOOO.... Damn you ... you tall blond scandanavian bastards!!! You have robed a young boy of his power tool education. You may have won this round but the war is far from over. I vow that one day my two year old WILL know the awsomeness that is the "Power Tool".

So ... the rung thingy is connected to the leg thingy.

No Daddy ... I said "Righty" tighty. I can't work with amateurs.

Are we working in metric or imperial? The stress of overseeing the jobsite.

It's all about cutie Breagha...

So, just a few pictures of little Breagha. She's pretty darn cute in front of a camera!!! She's doing very well. She's eating more "food" now and is still gaining well. She had a doctors appointment on Friday and she weighs 14lbs 12ozs.

She's a very happy baby. Lucky for me!!

Shamus and Cousin Calli!

Yeap, this is the life of 2 year olds!!! It's all about play time! Shamus and Calli had a great time hanging out when Calli's parents were away. And we loved having her!!

Who thought climbing off a couch could be so much fun?

They were learning new dance moves in the kitchen.

Shamus needs to learn how to "lead" a bit better!

Gettin' down to Jack Johnson.