Sunny Day

It was a beautiful day for a walk, so we gathered up the girls and headed to the park. Instead of carrying dollies in their strollers, they are hauling their favorite new balls. Notice how each ball reflects each girl's personality.




We also have some potty training beginning. Catie shows her reading genes as she demands a book while on the potty.



Miranda also gives the potty a try, albeit with a bit more movement.

April cuteness

Well, it's been a while since I've posted pictures so there is a bit of a backlog. So sit down, grab a cup of something good and enjoy the show.

Erika enjoying a laugh on her favorite brown couch.



Miranda showing that she has enough hair to use a small clip.


Catie showing her pink hair clip as she plays a game with Mommy



And you can't have too many balloons in the bath. Miranda is on the left and Catie is on the right.

Erika learns to use the camera

In other news, Erika has learned to use the point and shoot camera. She seems to enjoy it and has taken some good shots. She started off by taking pictures of the people and things closest to her, and figured out how to work a self portrait.

Catie is still her favorite person.


Meow-meow has been renamed 'Adam'. With the new Mythbuster's moniker, she is still a favorite stuffed animal. (Yes, Adam is a girl cat.)


Mommy is everywhere! Time to get a shot.



Someday, this will make a great Facebook icon.

Erika explores her art

Erika's study in feet

Like every photography student, Erika gets up close and personal with feet. Here are the best from her study.


Daddy's socked foot


A comparison of Miranda's and Daddy's feet.


Mommy's feet. Note the juxtaposition of the relaxed hand and upper foot with the tense lower foot.


Catie and Mommy show off thier feet and hands.

Happy Birthday QT!

Last Sunday, Erika's pal Stevie had a birthday party for his cat, QT. Stevie and family adopted QT one year ago today and it was time to celebrate. First, everyone human was invited to dress up as a cat for the day. Stevie's aunt painted the faces and his Mom bought the cat ears and tails. Erika was really happy about this. (Catie and Miranda were busy taking naps.)



Some of the other guests. Stevie is the the back with the camo-type t-shirt.


Unfortunately, QT did not put in much of an appearance at his own party, so no pictures to share. However, he did come out to sample his tuna birthday cake and have everyone sing happy birthday.

Toddler Group

Last week was spring break for Erika's preschool. However, her siblings had their spring break the week before. So Erika was able to come with us and revisit her old toddler group. Below, Catie in pink and Miranda in magenta get comfy in the house play area.


Catie shows off her budding fashionista.


Erika loved snuggling with Clifford when she went to Toddler group. Here she renews her friendship with the big red dog.



No, I'm not tired.

Decorating eggs with Hayatsus

Easter Egg Hunt 2010

Erika and her pal, Carter, hunt eggs.


Uncle Mark observes


Although winter was very mild, it's cold today!


The babies love wearing sunglasses at all times.