Ready for Valentine's Day!

I know two little kids that are real excited about Valentines this year...

Layla picked out My Little Pony this year. I gave her a few choices which included Kitties and Puppies, Dora the Explorer, and Princesses.

Carter on the other hand, was quite content and set on his 3D dinosaurs for his classmates.

Cake before dinner is such a rare occasion around here but since we were in the Valentine mood, we decided to let it slide.

From Carter's expression, you can tell it's rare!

And as long as a good effort to eat dinner is made, we can do dessert first a little more often.

Fun at the Dentist!

Carter went to the Dentist today and finally got his teeth cleaned like a big boy. Our first attempt in August did not go over so well and after a temper tantrum later, they were not sad to see us reschedule. This time around, he had a blast..playing with all the toys and getting to hold all the tools that were going to be cleaning his teeth. I think it also helped that they had a dental hygienist come and talk to his class about going to the dentist.

Getting his first set of Xrays on his teeth.

Getting use to the bright light that was going to be beaming down on him while he was getting his teeth cleaned.

Getting ready....

Set...

And go...he had such a great time at the dentist and did so well. He was so excited to pick out a new tooth brush and a prize!

Fun at the park!

Today Al and I decided to load up the kids and Gracie and go to the park. We had a nice long walk and the kids got to run a lot of energy off so Al and I could also catch a nap.

Pretty girl enjoying the warmer weather in January!

Someone didn't want to play on the smaller playground and was a little grumpy.

Going down the slide like a big girl!


Getting ready for nap time!

Someone usually perks right up in order to avoid a nap.

This mess will have to wait until after nap time!

Birthday Fun!

Saturday Carter got invited to Mary Kate's birthday party at Catch All. This was the perfect place to host a party..full of moonwalks, playgrounds, a gym, and of course..CAKE! Carter had a great time playing with his friends and took a long nap after this party.

I think we all had a hard time keeping up with our child!


Carter and Landon.


Carter dancing with Micah.


Carter showing off his moves on the dance floor.

Micah and the birthday girl, Mary Kate.

Someone a little exhausted. This party managed to go straight through our usual nap time. Carter loves a good party but he also loves a good nap!

Big Girl!!!

Someone has taken a huge interest in the potty lately
and her name begins with "L"
and end ends in an "A"
She might be more excited about underwear then her brother..

And sure enough, she went peepee in the potty..spaghetti faced and all!

3 going on 16

Today Carter had his first set of driving lessons. With a little coaching and encouraging, I would say this little fella had it all figured out. Everyone pleased be advised to stay off the roads.

He was actually a little nervous at first. Of course we had the usual tap on/tap off of the gas petal until he figured out that in order to make it drive consistently, he had to leave his foot on the petal.

And then there was a little frustration which is natural when learning to drive any vehicle and we as parents still think we have that imaginary break that does exist. Mimi still thinks she has that break when she rides with me..eeek.

Once he got it, this little guy took off in a flash.

The weather these last few days has not been the best driving weather so today was his first real test drive. I think we will have a pro on our hands!

WATCH OUT FOR THE CURB! So we had a few oop's, ahhhs, and holy s***s..but overall he did real well his first time out.

2012!!!!

Oh yeah we brought in 2012 with the right meal!
Collard greens for wealth
Black eyed peas for good luck
Corn Bread because it fits the meal
and.....
Mac and Cheese for the complainers who were not thrilled about this meal (Al and Carter) but, I think we can all agree that we need wealth and good luck so believe me when I say, Al and I licked our plates clean.

Happy New Years!!!!