Spring is "almost" in the air..

In January spring break seemed SO far away and now that we are just 1 week out I can say the last few months actually went by pretty quickly. Work is work and I'm ready to get out of there for a while. The kids are crazy, and I feel like I'm working with a VERY short fuse. This week is also the final week of our biggest loser contest at work. I did pretty well (I think) and have lost about 14 pounds. I had originally wanted to lose 20, but I'm happy with 14. I do feel a lot better and most of my pants are baggy and I can comfortably wear jeans I hadn't worn in months. I'm still not sure I'll win the contest but I think I have a shot, guess we'll find out Thursday at the big weigh in :). I am looking forward to a week off of work, and can't wait to spend time doing fun stuff with Ella. Last year on spring break we did something different every day and I'm hoping for another fun week this year. Spring break this year also includes Ella's birthday! I can't believe she will be 3...where does the time go?! I am still debating what exactly to get her for a present, but I'm considering a scooter she seemed to like and of course a helmet to go with it :) I am going to TRY not to go overboard, god knows she doesn't need any more toys. I don't think we are going to have a big party for her this year, probably just a dinner out with family and maybe a trip to build a bear. I think next year we'll do a Jungle Joes' or Gymboree type party. In basement related news.....we have ordered furniture and it will be delivered during spring break!! Having the basement finished is AWESOME. Money well spent for sure! Anyway, one week to go...spirit week, field trip, and an open house...going to be a long week. Hope it goes by fast :)