"You've Got a Friend in Me"

Today the boys decided to pull out their Buzz and Woody costumes.  I couldn't help but start singing in my head, "You've Got a Friend in Me".  I hope their relationship continues to be more than just a sibling bond; I hope it's a long lasting friendship like Buzz and Woody's.

 Just for fun, the two at Halloween 2013

Fresh Snow

Besides the obvious being able to play in it.  The benefit of having fresh falling snow, Nate has to snow blow the driveway which means the boys are staying still, happy and occupied for at least fifteen minutes.

Tot Time

We recently have become YMCA members, and a major perk besides the pool is getting free admission to, "Tot Time".  Tot Time is their weekly program for children preschool and younger that involves lots of riding toys, balls, climbers and games.  It's also located very close to Caleb's preschool, so while he is there it is a perfect thing to do with Kallen and Ian.  They both have so much for there.  May not think so from the first picture of Ian below; but he is mad because I took out his paci (prevents him putting things into his mouth) and made Kallen stop pushing him around so I could capture a picture.  

Time for Your Checkup

Caleb, Ian and I were nicely playing in the toy-room when I realized Kallen was no where to be found.  Instantly I got up to see where he was at (it usually is not a good thing when I don't see or hear him).  Thankfully today I found him and Doc McStuffins giving Lambie a checkup on the stairs; apparently Lambie fell down them and was hurt.  Love his creativity and imagination!

Wordless Wednesday

Wienermobile

One of our neighbor's sons has been traveling the US driving the Oscar Mayer's Wienermobile.  So when he stopped by to visit his parents, we decided to visit him and check out his new ride for the year.

Their Own Tablet

After much consideration, Nate and I decided to purchase a refurnished tablet for the kids as a Christmas gift.  We were hesitant at first, but it has defiantly been worth it.  We have many rules with it, and thankfully the children obey them very well.  Giving them their own has resulted in them leaving our stuff alone.  I put on apps that are only appropriate and educational.  They also are only allowed to use it once a day, right during nap time.  For instance, when I am putting Ian down, Kallen uses it; when putting Kallen down, Caleb uses it; and then Elyse plays with it when putting Caleb down if she is home.  This results in rare fighting and no loud chaos when I am peacefully putting siblings down for naps.  In fact, most of the time I catch the two, or even all three playing really nice together with it, like today.