Introducing: Play Ground Adventures

E has been asking to go play at a play ground since January.  Every time we drive passed the little blue and red stairs, slide and monkey bars on Waverly Avenue she always says, “Play ground! Play ground!” She doesn't care about the snow piles covering half the playground. She just wants to play. I knew then that the Winter blues had caught up to her too. That’s when I thought of Play Ground Adventures.

There were several occasions through the cold, cold Winter that I kicked myself for not spending more time outdoors in the warmer months preceding Winter, so I really want this Spring and Summer to be filled with outdoor fun. Our Play Ground Adventures will help make this happen.

Seeing different parts of Michigan is one of the many things on my life bucket list. Seeing this beautiful state that I grew up in is important to me. Play Ground Adventure will help make this happen too.

 I can't wait to pack our picnic basket, roll up a blanket and hop in the car for a mini get away. It's going to be so fun! 

There are 2 rules for our Play Ground Adventures:

At every play ground we visit I want to collect 1 thing; a stone, a pine cone, a leaf, etc. I want to fill a mason jar with my found things for and make a collection for the girls. Just something they can hold on to to remember the adventures. I also want to document our adventures with photos and share our adventure on The Plain Side, of course.

I hope family and friends will be able to join us on a few of these adventures because who doesn't love a trip to a play ground! If you know of any must see play grounds, please, please please, share them with us.

I am SO EXCITED! 

Keep Loving.

Thankfully IT'S Thursday.

Thankfully IT'S Thursday! Which means, no strict morning routine, no day shift and a whole morning spent with my girls + Ryan (who is on day 4 of vacation).  Thursday's are my refuel days. After 3 morning shifts I get a break and return to working downtown evening shifts. It's a break in my weak that I look forward to and enjoy.

Today we went to Maddi's old school to play on the playground. I thought maybe she would enjoy playing on the play ground she doesn't get to see anymore. It's kind of bittersweet. And she did enjoy it.   Ryan and I sat in the shade while she burned off some of that energy that drives us (slightly) crazy in the morning...

 ...That came way to early for all of us today. Ryan and I attended a health meeting at 8 AM. Thank you, Stacey, for also waking up very early to watch the girls for us. We appreciate your time and helping hands!

The meeting was actually very eye opening and helpful. We both set health goals for the year and signed up for a "Eating healthy on a budget," class. I am looking forward to some positive coaching and a bit of insight into this topic. I feel that our family eats rather healthy but I am hoping to learn a few tips and tricks to broaden our meal menu; all while keeping a budget.

Even though the meeting was early I find it helpful to talk about my health concerns; Ex. eating habits, exercise, etc. The classes and life coaches have a very motivating way of bringing our focus back to healthy choices, stress management and overall desire to improve our quality of life. It is very up lifting. After leaving the meetings Ryan and I have a lot to talk about. We share our thoughts on what we learned and then what we can do as a couple and family to reach our goals. If you have the opportunity I highly recommend classes like these.

I declare this a morning well spent. I hope you all are enjoying your Thursday. It's almost the weekend!

Keep Loving.