Twin stuff

We have had to put the "Sad Mat" into action here a little more than usual lately. Perhaps turning 18 months old is the reason. Don't know. This is basically just the "time out" spot for the kids if either of them is up to no good. It makes Rush very sad to have to sit there. So sad, in fact, that Sydney Frances is not able to handle the sadness. She went to sit with him today and read Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (aka.."Brow Beer") to him.


Take a close look at S.F. She DID have a white bow in her cute little hair, but Rush ripped it from her head. He also held her down and scratched her face and pulled her hair... hence... the Sad Mat. Still, she chose to read to him. Also, do not fall for Rush's pitiful face. There were no real tears. I know... I fall for it,too, sometimes.

Finally... some sunshine!!

We have had a rough winter around here, in my opinion. Maybe it has just been long. We got a short break from our winter weather with some awesome days in the 60s this weekend!!! Yay!!! We all needed to get outside. We gathered up all of our gear and headed into the backyard. Guess what? The babies weren't really interested in the gear. As usual, they were more interested in playing with pine cones, sticks, pine boughs, and rocks. They also just like to RUN!!! And RUN! And then after that, maybe a little running!






As far as I am concerned, he never needs another haircut again... ever!


I wonder if everyone else thinks she is as beautiful as I do?


Fun with Daddy!


Love this grin!


This is what Phil has had her in training for. She and Rush both shake their little arms and grin so big when he says "R--- T---!" My heart is so sad. I have already bought SF an AU sundress for this spring. I will not give up.

Snow Day

We were out of school today for a snow day! The kids had so much fun outside. I wasn't sure what they would think, but they really liked it a lot.

Watching it snow while we have our snack





First time to wear our mittens



























But I didn't WANT to come back inside!!!!

Kate Elizabeth

I would like to introduce someone very special to you. Please meet my brand new niece.

Kate Elizabeth
February 3, 2010
5 lbs. 3 oz.
18.5 inches long
1:18 a.m.




Just perfect, in my opinion!! Congratulations Ivy and Tony!!!