My M&M's

2/14/08

The kids at play!

Would you believe that this is right before bedtime? Looks pretty tired out to me.

Lovely "nogurt" mustache.

This smiley girl now reaches for dangling toys and grabs a hold.

Love the hippo, except when I rotate the picture Mishayla looks like she has a new set of ears.

Brianna gets attacked by Melania. I'm glad she didn't roll down the stairs.

Melania, Brianna and Mishayla (2 1/2 months)

Mishayla in her "Bumbo" seat. She loves to sit up and watch the action!

Both hands AND a pink kitty paw into the mouth.

Jeff and Teresa came over for dinner Sunday evening. Melania decided Jeff had to read "Skippyjon Jones in the Doghouse." Melania loves these books about a naughty kitty boy.

Teresa feeding Mishayla.

2/13/08

I've been doing a terrible job of updating my blog. Sorry. I expected to have time this evening to update pictures, but it didn't happen. I've been trying to stay off the computer if Melania or Mishayla are needing my attention, and it's a really busy time for me right now. Some of you may know that Caroline will be transitioning to a new family this weekend. She is looking forward to it, and I am happy that it appears to be a good fit for her. They live close, so I expect that Caroline will be a frequent visitor with June and me. Caroline is looking forward to having a mom, dad, brother, and several pets, including 3 dogs, 2 parrots, and 2 cats.

Congratulations to my sister, Carmen, and her family on the addition of a new baby boy. Spencer Russel was born this afternoon. He weighed 9 lb. 9 oz., and that is about all I know so far. Mom and baby are doing well! Melania is practicing saying "Spencer", and I attempted to video it tonight for the blog.

All for now, and I will try to post more pictures soon. Happy Valentine's Day!

2/3/08

Water Babies

My kids seem to spend a lot of time in the tub.

It's a happy place, so why not!

A mirror and a towel. What more does a girl need in the morning?

You just have to tell Melania, "No smiling!" and she can't quit.

Clean, happy baby! This picture is from last week. I think she's already grown some more.

2/1/08

Just pictures until I have time for a "real" post.

1/31/08

Happy 11th Birthday, Caroline!

Caroline's choice for dinner: orange chicken and egg rolls

Caroline's choice for dessert: cherry cheesecake

Hmmmm....No boyfriends - on the 2nd attempt!

Can I please open my presents now????

One day, a big box arrived at the front door. Caroline had to go into the house while the big box was put away. From that point forward, she was just sure she was getting a birthday present. Then, I took a bunch of boxes and stuff to Goodwill. June suggested to Caroline that I had accidentally taken the big box by mistake. Caroline looked so bummed that we had to tell her we were just teasing. So, what was in the big box? A new mtn bike and helmet. She loved it.