My New Big Girl Bike!

From Meredith Jane 3 Years

The other day we all took a walk along the river on the trail. I didn't really want to walk, so I convinced my Mama and Daddy to let me take my tricycle. The thing is, I've grown a lot since I used it last... and, well, let's say I'm a little big for it now.

From Meredith Jane 3 Years

So instead of riding a tricycle, I'm learning to ride my new big girl bicycle (that's one less wheel, if you didn't know)! I LOVE it! I especially love riding around in circles on the patio in my back yard or on the basketball court at our neighborhood park.

From Meredith Jane 3 Years

I can't waste any more time -- I need to work on my bike riding skills!

Sisters

From Emmaline Ruth

I love my big sister, Meredith!

From Emmaline Ruth

I love playing with her!

From Emmaline Ruth

And being taught things by her!

From Emmaline Ruth

I love that she loves me!

Jumperoo

From Emmaline Ruth

The other day my Mama put away the baby swing. I never really enjoyed it that much, so I wasn't too worried.

From Emmaline Ruth

Then she took out the jumeroo and let me explore! I like bouncing up and down -- it is so much fun!

From Emmaline Ruth

I like the jumperoo even more when Meredith comes and plays with me!

Pajama Party!

From Emmaline Ruth

Meredith wanted to watch Blue's Clues Pajama Party tonight. She had us all get into our pajamas (Mama and Daddy included). And then we cuddled up with Daddy and watched the show! Theo really did like it... he didn't pout the whole time ;)

Who's Old MacDonald, and What is a Farm?

From Emmaline Ruth

I don't know what this song is all about. Daddy is singing something about a farm and a bunch of animals. Every so often he makes animal sounds. That is just silly! But I sure like the black and white things!

From Emmaline Ruth

So when do I get to use more than one finger, Daddy?

From Emmaline Ruth

I don't need you anymore, Daddy. I'm going to play by myself!

From Emmaline Ruth

That wasn't a mistake. It is supposed to sound that way!

From Emmaline Ruth

Everyone loves when Daddy plays the piano!

I Want to MOVE

From Emmaline Ruth

I can't seem to get everything coordinated yet, but I really want to be on the move. I've built up my requisite baby rolls, and now I have to work them off. Can you help me learn how to move?

I flap my arms around a lot when my Mama or Daddy holds me, but that doesn't get me anywhere. I kick and squirm when I'm put on the floor, but that hasn't gotten me anywhere either. I sure hope I can get a handle on this moving thing, because I want to go chase my big brother and sister (and dog)!

From Emmaline Ruth

Hey, there's my plug! Maybe I'll start small and move over enough to pick it up?

Breakfast for Dinner

From Meredith Jane 3 Years

We're putting bananas in our pancakes?? That's silly!

Daddy says they're called vegan banana pancakes -- something about not having eggs or milk in them so that Mama can have some too. All I know for sure is that I get to use this great apron my Grandma made for me. Isn't it cute?

I have the mixing bowl ready -- it is time for me to start some stirring!! (my favorite thing to help Daddy with, by the way)

Growing

From Meredith Jane 3 Years

My Mama and Daddy think I grew last night. Daddy didn't get the camera out soon enough for you to see me in the pants I had on today, but they were short too. Now I'm showing off my ankles and my belly!

Theo and Emmaline are growing too! Theo's pants are getting short (or are his legs getting long?) and Emmaline started wearing 9 month clothing today. We all want to be big kids... and soon!

Holden Village

From Holden Village February 2011

My Mama, Daddy, sister, and brother have all been to Holden Village before. All when I wasn't even thought of! Now I had my chance to go!

From Holden Village February 2011

Here I am inspecting my socks and toes on the boat ride up Lake Chelan. For those not in the know, you have to park your car in Chelan, WA (we parked at Fields Point) and then catch a boat ride up the lake to the Lucerne landing on Lake Chelan. Then you ride a bus up the valley to Holden Village.

From Holden Village February 2011

Why is Theo sitting in the bucket that will hold my dirty diapers?

From Holden Village February 2011

Here is the village at night. Isn't it pretty?

From Holden Village February 2011

That is a lot of snow, and they only have 60% of an average snow fall so far this winter!

For more pictures go here.

I am Baptized!

From Emmaline Baptism

A little late, I know, but we've been busy lately! We had family over for my baptism and then we went on a family vacation, so I think I have an excuse :)

On Sunday, February 13, 2011 I was baptized into the body of Christ. I'm not entirely sure what that means, but a lot of people around me were happy and love me! That is what is important!

If you want to see more pictures from my baptism, just look here.

From Emmaline Baptism