The fun never stops!

Throwing snow at the ducks - and each other- with Uncle Z.

Roc convinced Uncle Z to pull him up the hill in his sled and then ride down with him. 

Not so high Grandad!!  Calla watches Roc on the swings.

Blue patagonia kids.

Granny carrying Roc on our walk.  Seriously, that kid is spoiled!

Uncle Z love.

Calla loves Granny's stories.

Roc's 'hoot hoot' vest and fanny pack.  Gifts from Uncle Z.

Dec 25th

Roc "up the counter" helping Grandad with breakfast.

Sweet Calla with her sweet Granny.

Overflowing with enthusiasm for present time.

Things were a bit cheerier when she took off her giant bow.

Playing froggy catch with Granny.  

Calla's loot.

The aftermath.

We woke up to beautiful snowy streets- and the snow kept falling until mid-day!

Christmas Season

Roc's gingerbread house.  He was very proud of his yellow decorations.

Checking out the lights with Dad on Christmas Street.

Annual Santa photo in matching pajamas!

So grown up!

Who wore it best?

Sunday Funday (one week late posting)

First day of school

Calla officially started school this past Monday.  Her teachers keep telling us how adorable she is and she comes home smiling and happy so it must be going well!

Final days of maternity bliss

Letting the kiddos bond in the early hours of the day.

Trouble.

Roc is full of energy in the morning!

Last day of maternity leave coffee date with dad.  Calla slept the entire time!  

Avocado toast!!  (Zak would be so proud)

Calla's very understated Thanksgiving attire.

Yep, that's a sequined turkey on her butt.  

Summer babies:  Calla (September), Kai (August), Caroline (July),  and Bo (June).  

Playdate with Roc's best buddy, Eli.  They were running around the house with their cuddle blankets.   I think it is cute that such wild boys love their blankets. 

Dinner with Johnny (and Calla).

Calla's 'lunchbox'.  We should probably get her something more durable, but this worked for her first week of school!

Calla's first bottle

Big brother was a big helper.

Success!  She ate and fell asleep.  I guess she will survive when I go back to work.

That face!  She is the best.  And she loves elephants.

Roc and Mommy Day (with baby Calla)

First we went to the dentist.  Yes, they were playing cartoons on the ceiling.  Roc was in heaven.  The Dentist said he was one of the best 2 year olds he's seen. (but we already knew that)

Then to the library. Roc had some strong opinions about this book.

Then came lunch - with his name tag, cape and balloon from the dentist.  Notice cardinal and his cuddle blanket on the floor.  They are his favorites.  He builds cardinal a nest in his cuddle blanket for nap time and bedtime.

And then some cuddle time before nap.

It was a great day!  Only 2 more before Mom has to go back to work......

Oh, and here are some cute baby smiles.  Calla smiles and giggle a lot however always gets serious when the camera comes out!  It is hard to capture her smiles.