Maw maw

Here's maw maw. A silly maw maw. You think she would have learned by now not to act up in front of the camera; might come back to haunt you.

She's a slow learner.

Maw maw LOVES her some grandchildren.


Cast and all, she was right there helping out and playing with the grandkids while we were visiting.

Let's try a shot of maw maw with her oh-so-sweet grandbabies. Everyone look this way!!!! Kids, look at mommy.

Hmmm..what can I get into?

Ah yes, my sister...

Gabe's new obsession is to honk noses. He's almost broken mine a time or two. It's amazing the power of a one year old.

I'm done.

Uncle Benny

The kids and I had a great visit to AL last week. We got to spend some quality time with my family. Uncle Benny was sweet to go out of his way to spend time with his niece and nephew while we were in town. . Even though brothers can be pesky sometimes (sorry Ben, you know you are), we love you anyway and I thank you for taking the time out of your schedule to hang out with us.

For the record, Allie is scratching just beside her nose. I don't think it's humanly possible to stick a finger that far up a nose.

They both are fascinated by Ben's facial hair (their daddy could never pull off this lush gotee). Okay I have to throw in this picture here....(sorry babe). I think I've posted this pic before, but, honestly....I can't get enough of it.

I call it "Steve". Doesn't he look like a Steve with a mustache? This was taken back in Dec. 08 I think. Stephen thought it would be funny to grow a mustache. Cracks me up every time.

Back to Benny. This was the closest to a normal picture I got of the three of them all behaving.

Allie especially loved playing with Uncle Benny. I even think she talked him into playing Barbies! She is very convincing when those big blue eyes look up at you.

Back on the road again...

The kids and I drove to AL today. We are very excited to get to spend some time with Grandma Dot. Tonight we had a nice home cooked meal together...at Cracker Barrel.

Afterwards we drug Grandma with us to Juju's house for the kids to get their hair cut. Grandma kindly asked that I not take anymore pictures of her at one point.

But grandma, you have no idea how cute you are!

Up first, Gabe. He was a bit squirmy and restless until....

Juju had a genious idea of offering him a popsicle.

This was his first go at a popsicle and will not be his last....he loved every last bite.

Gabe with his back to school haircut.

Next up, Allie.

She only came for the popsicle. Otherwise she would have never cooperated. Bribery works every time.

Hanging out outside at Juju's house before we headed home....

Filling Day

What a brave little girl!

Allie went in to have her 3 cavities filled under sedation this morning. She was very hesitant when the nurse gave her the "juice". She took one sip and realized it was not the juice she was expecting. I will say I was worried 30 minutes after having drank the juice, she was asking me to play chase in the waiting room. BUT, once she was in the chair with Mr. Nose, she fell asleep and let the doctor work on her. She woke up a couple of times fighting, crying and making noises I have never heard her make. Really can't blame her....she was restrained in a straight jacket type deal. Allie freaked out when she realized she was being held down against her will. She said "My hands can't breathe". When we got home she was out until 11:30. She still is more lethargic than normal and is back in bed for her 2nd nap of the day. I am so glad we have this behind us. She was such a brave little girl.

Going, going, gone.

Going, going.....

Gone. Adios Dora cup.

Hello shiny new Cinderella toy.

Hellos and Goodbyes

This little one is fascinated by cell phones.

"Hello"....


He actually says "Hi" when he puts the phone up to his ear.

But today it's goodbye to this sweetie. She was our neighbor who is moving today. Allie will certainly miss her.

I will always be here Allie.

So will Gabers.

And so will your daddy.

Operation Dora Cup

It went with her to the pool.

It was there with her as she waited in line to see Santa.

...for the first day of school.

It was there on Halloween.

It was there for her when she got her first splinter.

...for 4th of July dinner.

It was there for snacktime.

...for playtime.

...in airports.

And come Saturday, the Dora cup will be retired and replaced by a new shiny toy.

This is a BIG deal for her.

I'll let you know how it goes Saturday.