Penelepe's Before and After

 It HAD to be done.... so sad. It will grow back. Penelepe likes it so maybe it won't grow back ALL the way.

Another Snowy Cold Day

The kids tried to get past our home security lasers.

For weeks afterwards Violette tied everything together with lasers.

Dr. Oliver

 We have some really old, old wooden floors in our house, and every once in a while someone gets a sliver. I'm sure you can imagine how Penelepe reacts when she gets a sliver from her picture. She won't let me even look at it, luckily she has the best brother ever who can help her.

 Violette usually gives us some great comedy relief when someone needs it.

 And Sylvie Rue is just so stinking cute - she makes us smile all the time.

Living Windows

 One night during December Burlington had their annual Living Windows displays. The kids loved the horse drawn carriage ride.

 Their favorite window was the singing Muppet's rocking out to Christmas songs! They could have stayed all night watching them.

 The kids also found Santa. Violette didn't say much, just smiled.

 Oliver knew what to do and told Santa what he would like.

 And Penelepe took a few minutes to get over her shyness but finally asked for her list.

 Penelepe was super excited for her Christmas concert.  We loved her singing her songs all month getting ready for it.

Best Ornament

Sylvie started crawling a couple weeks after Christmas, but before she could crawl she scooted on her bum backwards to usually get stuck in a corner. She only played with the tree a couple times.

 These were taken on the last nice fall day we had.  We rode our bikes down the river for a picnic, but the storm clouds and lightning sent us packing for home to finish our lunch.

What a Hoot!

 Penelepe first asked for a cheetah party but then decided an Owl party would be just as fun.

 They made owl masks, necklaces,and bracelets.

 And of course played games!

 Momma Kitty trying to find her baby kitty. It was harder than it sounded.

 Sylvie Rue had fun watching. Oh that toothless grin is priceless!

 Oliver made Sylvie's mask for her.

 Someone hid the candles from us - so she didn't get to blow any out this year. We'll have to do double candles next year.

Happy Birthday Penelepe!!!! We love you!!!