Happy Valentine's Day

Well, today has been a busy but fun day. K and JW were so excited to take their treats in for their teachers. And I must say that my decorating skills are improving- the sprinkles and one color of icing helped! K before heading out to school.




2 hours later, JW was ready to head to school.

And here is the whole crew. We tried to get a decent picture but being right before bedtime and cookies it was not successful. O well- at least they are happy.

Happy Valentine's Day!

O-our Valentine's are still seating in the front seat waiting to be mailed. So gp's and aunts and uncles your cards will be a bit late.

Snow Angels

There really was not enough snow for snow angels but that did not stop JW.



Still excited about making snow angels.

Realizing that snow down your back is not fun and maybe snow angels are not that cool!

Snow Finally!

Well, we finally got a dusting of snow and the boys were thrilled. Since it was such a small amount K had to head to school, so she did not get to play. This was R's first real time to explore the snow. Last year he was not walking so he really did not spend any time in the snow. He was a little unsure at first but warmed up to it. It helped that there was not much so that he could easily walk with no problems.





JW lost no time making tracks all over the yard!

All smiles!

R, Millie, and I came back in first to warm up. JW then resorted to bringing the snow to the windows for R.

Toomer Girls and Random Fun

We finally let the kids pile in our tub for a bath. I know you all are jealous of our beautiful wallpaper! Trust me this picture does not do it justice.



This year was my first time to host the Toomer girls get together. I did a throw back to one of our college recipes- Taco soup(thanks Mrs. Ruth). I love having people over where you can just put the bag of chips on the table and let them serve themselves from the pot. True friends for sure. It is hard to believe that this was our 7th year to have one. There were no kids (minus mine running in and out) so we were all able to just relax and catch up. It is always so much fun to visit and wish we could do it more often. It blows my mind how long we have been out of college! Ladies, I think we are getting old! We did have a few that were absent this year and hope they can make the next one. Laud also gets extra points since she flew all the way from Texas- in the snow none the less! Thanks for a wonderful visit girls and can't wait for the next one!

These three behaved so nicely while the girls were here. Notice I did not say four. Millie was so nervous and even snipped at Flink. After everyone left she chilled out and was fine again. Millie, just wait till June!

K received some birthday money from her great grandma. After carefully comparing and searching she decided on a cake play-doh kit. I must say K and JW have really enjoyed creating their own little cakes.

Tea Time

K asked if this year she could have a tea party with a few of her classmates. She was so excited and really enjoyed helping plan and prepare for the party!



We made cupcake sugar cookies for the girls to take home in their goody bag. They may look like they have been decorated by 6 year olds, but that is the true talent of myself, Poppy, and Tutu. Although they did not look fantastic, some "cookie experts"(BP and Unca B) assured me that they were very tasty!

The girls did a great job painting their heart dishes. And since they dried quickly the girls really took their time and were able to add more detail with a second color. They really did turn out cute and made another nice party favor.

More Tea Time

After the painting and playing the girls sat down to enjoy their "tea" (lemonade) and sweets.



Unca B even helped out pouring refills for the guest.

After the guest left Brian and I headed out for a dinner for Ms. Mallory and Mr. Joel. Thanks Poppy, Tutu, Unca B and Auntie M for coming and helping make the day extra special for K!

Big Boy R

Our baby boy is growing up so fast and is becoming more and more independent every day. We are currently working on using utensils. He does very well when I remember to let him feed himself. He is also learning to climb into the kitchen chairs. He has to work really hard to get up there, but when he does he is so proud!