Long time no see

Luke's first night in a big boy bed...see the problem?? He doesn't stay put very well. Ha!


Finally passed out in the middle of running back and forth between Billy's bed and his.






These big city gardens in little spaces always impressed me.


So hard for a 2 year old to pick his favorite...





Poor Maine lobster


Seeing the David Letterman show in NYC rocked! Entertaining and free (you know how I like free).

Cliff and I enjoyed our "Boston, New York City, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and more" trip. Thanks Grandma Carol for watching the kids and dealing with the broken air conditioner!

Valentine's Day and Luke's black eye

Valentine's Day cupcake decorating in the works here...


So much love for our poor kitty, Koshka.


The boys loved their Valentine's Day gifts. Thank you Grandma!



Black eyes are pretty difficult to capture on film but here is the result of Luke diving off Billy's bed head first. We were right next to him, reading stories- it's amazing how fast accidents happen. It IMMEDIATELY bruised right up too. Luke doesn't even seem to notice it although everyone in public sure does and always feels the need to comment on it! I can't wait for it to heal :(

Back from my winter blog hiatus!

Billy is growing up to be more handsome each and every day!


We enjoyed North Carolina's week of snow...and when I say "we" I mean Billy. I couldn't wait for it to melt.



We go through pounds of oranges every day, the boys love them so much!




Uncle Chris came in January for a 24 hour visit. The boys love any and all things Uncle Chris- it didn't hurt that he brought presents too!


Billy ferociously checking his Paula Deen recipe book for something to bake.


Luke's wild dance moves!



Billy asked for his Chef's hat so that he could get busy cooking! He can still crack eggs without leaving any shells in the bowl. It's sooo crazy to watch.




I'm not going to try and catch up for the last four months, but there you have it- just a smattering of what we've been up to.

Halloween Celebrations!

Dragon and Jungle Book's Baloo


HAPPY HALLOWEEN!


Sweaty boy! It was in the 70s Halloween night.


Luke enjoyed graham crackers with his friend Keller while Billy trick or treated with Nolan.








So like Billy- His room is filthy but at least he has all his cars lined up on the windowsill!


Picking pumpkins at the Farmer's Market




Church's trunk or treat

Jungle Book's Baloo and Pittsburgh Steeler's Troy Palamalu (notice the long haired wig that Luke wouldn't keep on)

October is almost over, where did time go??

Billy and Daddy finishing the zoo's maze. We went to the Zoo for my birthday and had a great time!


Lukie playing at the Zoo's playground


Look at my little climber :)









Lukie playing peek a boo with his Grandma Carol-made Halloween pillowcase.




Thank you for the Halloween treats Grandma Carol!




The boys spending a few quality moments together watching the movie Cars! Hee, hee