Theisen Trio: Memorial Weekend Fun and Sun

We are so appreciative for all that we have and looking back on the past weekend makes me reflect on the families that weren't together because a loved one was serving our country. Whether you are left wing, right wing or somewhere in the middle I hope and pray that no matter what we all stand behind our servicemen and women. We live in a country full of freedom and endless opportunities that should never be taken for granted. The special people in our life that we cherish who have served are both of my Grandpa's, my Dad, Uncle Kevin, cousin Russ and I am sure more we have forgotten to mention. I think of the sacrifice and it is humbling beyond words. Thank you for your service and for helping to secure the many magical moments we are enjoying because of it.

Our weekend started off early Saturday morning when Daddy rounded up our 'troop' and drove us up north before 8 a.m. Ouch. I was so thankful for the trip through the Bou drive through to help get me going and shortly after not so thankful since coffee always makes me have to pee like a racehorse. We drove straight through with no stops and we were happy to see a sparkling blue Mille Lacs lake with calm waters as far as the eye could see. It was sunny and warm and we wasted no time in enjoying the day. The Theisen boys (Uncle Tevin, Joey, Daddy and Rye) took to the boat and headed out for some fishing. Yay for the little boys enjoying fishing and both catching a few! Riley caught his first walleye and the video is too die for cute! The Theisen girls (G'ma Kathy, Mikenna, myself and Lyssa) were placing bets on the fun not lasting with 2 hyper boys out there but thankfully it did and we got to spend girl time together. We walked to the park, ate hot dogs in the sun and played with Lyssa who was having a bit of trouble adjusting to her new surroundings. This girl is particular and she woke up in a strange place but after a few hours warmed up nicely to Kenna and Nana T. My sweet niece Kenna (who will be 10 this summer!) is so grown up and will make a perfect sitter in a few short years! Nothing ages you like looking at children you held as an infant!

The boys made it back in time for a feast of yummies made special by G'ma and we pigged out hardcore. Naptime followed shortly and with both our babies sleeping Daddy asked me if I wanted to go to the casino or shut my eyes. Hmm, no brainer for me. I chose the nap and 3.5 hours later Lyssa and I finally woke up from our refreshing siesta full of energy.

Quick change of directions: Is there anything better than sleeping with a babe? Not to me!

Daddy went back out for more fishing and Nana T helped me wrangle and wrestle the little ones into pj's and ultimately bed. We stayed up later than expected talking until I couldn't hold my peepers open anymore and finally had to crawl into bed with my girl.

Sunday morning we took off early and left the sunshine behind because we had Riley's first Twin games of the season to attend. Last minute plan changes meant Daddy was joining us. This of course was right over naptime and Riley started falling asleep on our way down there. When Daddy asked him if he was sleeping he responded without opening his eyes "Me just resting mine eyes Daddy." Sweet boy. We ate like little piggies again enjoying cheese curds, loaded nachos and a special request from our boy of Angie's popcorn...Oh my goodness that stuff is good! Perfect blend of sweet and salt just like the bag described. After 7 innings we were a bit bored (sorry Twins but bad baseball just isn't fun to watch) so we took off. We headed right home and Riley was so sad about it. "No home Mommy, let's go get ours baby. I miss ours baby Lyssa." Bestill my heart he just kills me. Lucky for Riley she was dropped off mere minutes later! He just loves her so much!

Monday was all about some much needed cleaning. Daddy took off with the Rye man so I could get a headstart in a nearly empty house. Thank you Lyssa for taking a 2.5 hour nap so I could get through 5 loads of laundry, dusting, dishes (X2 in the day total), floor scrubbing, bathroom cleaning and almost vacuuming. I earned a lunch out and we went to our current fave El Loro before heading to Cub to pick up ingredients for our special after nap baking project-Rainbow cupcakes. Riley and I have been doing alot of baking lately as it's easy to do and Lyssa is content to watch and these cupcakes were tons of fun. Lots of extra dishes but totally worth it!

We had nearly the whole fam over (we missed you Kyle) for a fish fried dinner Monday night and all of a sudden our weekend was over. After 2 baths and a quick shower for Mommy the littlest humans in the house were in bed and Daddy and I enjoyed the 2nd Harry Potter movie.

I fell asleep with a smile on my face. It was a great weekend filled with family and fun. It doesn't get much better than this. Life is good and summer is nearly here. I was almost ready to go back to work today : ) and thankfully it was a quick and painless day after the holiday!