Grammy and Eleanor...

All the other kids were still napping, and Grammy and I were knitting when Eleanor woke up. She and Grammy had started a knitting project in Portland, and she wanted to continue. She concentrated so hard, and did not want to stop. I was really impressed with her being able to do it. Way to go, Eleanor!

New matching pjs...

Grammy came to town this past week, and brought the cousins down for a visit. She made a stop at Target before she came, and bought the girls these wonderful new nightgowns. They all loved them, and loved wearing them all together. I must admit that they looked pretty darn cute. I was able to capture a picture of them together. They will love this one in years to come! Thanks Grammy!

Jack, the butcher...

Everyone watching Jack perform

Jack - the butcher - along with the baker, and candlestick maker

Jack - the butcher - with his hat

This past week Jack performed in his Mother Goose "play." It was made up of only the two kindergarten classes. They recited MANY rhymes with each child being part of one so they had a special speaking part. It was really cute, and the kids did a great job. I was so surprised at how well Jack participated. He does not love being in front of people. Who knows - maybe he will surprise us and being an actor.

The first popsicle of the season...

Grammy, Rynn, and Eleanor came down for a few days tonight. They arrived around dinnertime. We ate something, and then let the kids run around wild in the backyard. I mentioned that we had some popsicles, and the kids' ears perked right up. They enjoyed one outside, and I had to capture a few pictures. The young ones sat in the middle of the grass and ate theirs together. The older ones got some outdoor chairs and moved away from the adults to the garage to sit and eat and be mighty silly. I cherish these moments and only hope that they remember times with their cousins in the years to come.

I am sure that there will be more pictures to share with you all in the next day or two. A little travel log for you, Caroline and Jason, as you are away from home!

Sometimes I am a little slow...

I just found out the joy of eating greek style yogurt. I know that it is has been a popular thing for some time, but I just discovered it and love it. This morning I had some apricot mango from Trader Joe's. I mixed a little granola in it, and had a yummy breakfast.

So if you haven't tried it...you should. It is really good.

Mother's Day 2010...

We had to take the photos in front of the beautiful yellow azalea!

I am not so sure about the face Molly is making, and I am not sure why Kyle did not catch it to try and have her make a real smile. When we were looking at the pictures, I asked what she was doing, and she responded with..."Mommy, I don't know how to smile!"

Jack is never one for a picture, but he did cooperate today. I can't believe he is so old looking.

Happy Mother's Day to all of you mothers who read this blog!

Miracles really do happen (again)...

My son now knows the pleasure of tomatoes. The other night we had some company over, and the kids were sitting at the kitchen counter because there was not room at the table. They both decided that they wanted some salad - which is unusual for them - but of course I said great go ahead. In the mix that Jack took were some tomatoes, and he said with pleasure that he loves them! He has eaten them since, and I will only encourage him to continue in his quest to eat them!