Easter and Family Fun

We broke down and bought a new camera (which should be arriving this week). I went with another Canon so hopefully I will like it as well as my old one. Meanwhile, I used my mom's camera to upload the current pics from my SD card. Yesterday was my Dad's birthday and he decided to make a quick trip out to Indy to deliver Gavin's Big Boy bed. I was kind of hesitant to transition him because, so far, we have had no problems with him trying to climb out of the crib. Also there is something reassuring to me knowing he's confined to the crib and not out enjoying his new found freedom. Never-the-less, my dad brought out the bed so we decided to go for it. It was the bed that Tara's girls used. It still looks great and to my surprise, Gavin had no problems his first night. Every time I went to check on him he was all sprawled out looking as if he was loving all his extra space. I hope it will continue to be this easy. Next step is to repaint the room. It has to match with the new bedding, right? :) Donnie is thrilled.

Gavin and I spent Easter in the Chicagoland area. (Schaumburg) Poor Donnie had to work. We met up with my parents, grandparents and sister's family to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. Saturday evening we attended a mega-church in the South Barrington area called Willow Creek. Years ago my brother-in-law had attended that church while living in that area. It was like a college campus. They had tons of welcoming volunteers directing us where to take our kids, where to sit, etc. The kids area looked very fun! I was sure Gavin was going to have a great time. Their check-in system was very secure, providing us with an ID # they would flash on the screen if I was needed. Tears were shed at drop-off, but I was sure after a few minutes he'd be fine. I managed to hear the awesome worship music in the beginning before our number was flashed on the screen. Gav apparently just missed his momma and wasn't interested in the new, strange place. We spent the rest of the service walking up and down escalators and stairs, catching bits and pieces of the message on the tv screens that were posted everywhere.

The Girls and Gavin

Walking into the church.

On Easter Sunday the Easter Bunny found us at the hotel. The girls were a hoot searching for the eggs and Gavin really enjoyed himself this year. He especially enjoyed all the SUGAR!

Trying to Kiss Baby Haley
Nothing like a bunch of candy filled eggs for breakfast!

We also recently had a visit from Grandma and Grandpa Rogers. Gavin had a ball being the center of attention. We discovered that he really enjoys the breadsticks at Olive Garden. He's quite the little "dipper", like his mommy and daddy. He loves to dip anything and everything! Dipping the breadsticks in the marinara sauce was right up his alley.

"More Grandma!"

Rockin' mommy's Uggs.

Getting into the chips and dip.

Here are some more 23 month photos.