Kicks From Within

raisins

2012-02-08T12:17:00.003-08:00

Amelia has really started to make it clear what she wants and doesn't want. In general, she wants whatever Steve, Lilly or I have. But, the funniest thing is her love for raisins! When we sit her down to eat, she points to the pantry and starts screaming until you pull them out. Then, she inhales with a high pitch and shows us a huge smile. The aftermath of all the raisins isn't that great, but, seeing her excitement for the raisins makes it so worth it.

Christmas Eve Morning

2011-12-23T21:26:00.000-08:00

Uncle Matt and Aunt Tara, our new neighbors, had us over for pumpkin pancakes Christmas Eve morning. Lil was not interested in being photographed...can you tell?!?

Christmas Eve Eve

2011-12-23T21:20:00.000-08:00

Grandma came over and we made ornaments. Then, we had my family over for dinner for Christmas Eve Eve and Uncle Scott was in town! Steve made an awesome seafood scampi, salad and caprese appetizer and we had cheesecake and leftover cake pops for dessert.

Snow Day

2011-12-22T21:14:00.000-08:00

We had a snow day and spent the day inside, except for a brief escape to the snow for a snow angel. Lilly dressed up in her glamour clothes and took care of her babies (she was lying down at one point and rocking the monkey back and forth with her leg in the stoller--did I teach her that trick?!?) Amelia is drawn to the outlet plugs, they might as well be made of chocolate.

Prim and Proper

2011-12-20T21:11:00.000-08:00

Amelia is getting the hang of eating with a fork...mmm, lima beans!

Chatfield Lights

2011-12-18T21:07:00.000-08:00

For the 2nd year in a row, we went to the lights at Chatfield Botanic Gardens. It was beautiful...and, cold. Afterwards we headed back to our house for hot cocoa and some time around the tree..we were also lucky and had some carolers come by..what a treat!

Decorating the Tree

2011-12-18T21:03:00.001-08:00

We finally set up the tree. While Lilly and Dad were resting, Amelia and I put up a good chuck of the tree. Amelia was so happy that she had some time without a 'micro managing' 3 year old critiquing her every move. Later, Steve and Lil helped us put the final touches on the tree.

Under the Sea--Lilly is 3

2011-12-17T20:56:00.003-08:00

Lilly had her 3rd party, with her Mom's family at the house. She had fun eating blue fish cake pops and wearing her blue party dress. What a sweet girl she is. Loving her more and more everyday.

Lilly is 3!

2011-12-16T20:45:00.004-08:00

Lilly declared herself 3 after the Boston birthday party. But, she is officially 3 now. We spent the morning going to Build a Bear where she picked out a Hello Kitty bear and dressed her in a Cinderella dress..complete with a tiara and pink sequin purse--she named her Miss. Then, we saw Santa, took a ride on the train, picked out her birthday present (a fish tank and fish--that she named Dad) and had dinner out at IHOP. Not a bad day for a 3 year old.

School Holiday Performance

2011-12-15T20:41:00.003-08:00

Lilly has been practicing her Christmas music for the last few weeks. We hear 'We Wish you a Merry Christmas', 'Jingle Bells', 'Shake the Apple Tree' and 'Rudolph the Red Nose Raindeer' constantly. Lil froze up a bit during the performance, but, we are so proud of her. Her teacher, Miss Michelle, did such a nice job. Amelia loved watching too.

The Elf on the Shelf Has Arrived

2011-12-15T20:35:00.000-08:00

Timmy, the Elf came to our house to watch over the girls...what will his verdict be..naughty? nice?

Trip to Boston

2011-12-11T14:14:00.008-08:00

The family went out to Boston to see Steve's family. I took the girls out on the plane (a feat I didn't think I was going to survive). The girls and security was a breeze. Amelia slept through her 1st flight. Lilly was so excited about the planes and was in total delight when we took off. She loved having her own snacks (OJ and blue chips) on the plane and declared "I love Boston, so much!". Steve picked us up in Boston (he was already out there) and we headed up to Salem to see Uncle Tom, Aunt Lauren ( and Pemi. After a nap, we went for a walk around Salem harbor with Lauren and had lunch. That evening, the rest of the family came over and the girls met Emma and Ava for the 1st time..what a blast.

On Saturday, we went to the bouncy house place where the kids (and the parents) got all the wiggles out. Lilly and Papa enjoyed some stolen lemonade...little criminals.

Saturday night we went to Charlie, Emma and Ava's house for a birthday party for Lilly. Lilly is thrilled that she is now 3, even though her birthday isn't for another week--after the party she declared herself 3.

Sunday we went over to the cousin's house for some crafts and made ornaments for Charlie's tree and for Nana. We also made, and sampled, candy houses...yum!

That evening we went over to Nana and Papa's for one of my favorites (turkey in the wok). Lilly and Charlie were entertained by Papa's ham radio and steam engine

After packing up Monday morning, we spent some time with the cousins playing and then headed home. The girls were great, again, and slept the whole way home...Lilly even slept throuh the blue chips.

T-Rex

2011-11-20T14:31:00.001-08:00

At the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Amelia was definitely worried about that T-Rex!

Train Museum

2011-11-12T19:00:00.005-08:00

We had a great morning at the Colorado Train Museum with Grandma and Grandpa. Lilly loved ringing the bells on the train but, was nervous of the coal bins (perhaps a little concerned that she found her Christmas present). Later this afternoon, Lilly helped Steve bake peanut butter cookies with M&Ms..yum!

Gorgeous November Day

2011-11-10T11:43:00.004-08:00

We had a nice morning cleaning up and playing in the toy box. Then, we exhausted ourselves at the park.

Christmas Card Pics

2011-11-05T07:03:00.002-08:00

Amelia in Dad's Shirt

2011-11-02T11:42:00.000-08:00

Halloween

2011-10-31T11:39:00.000-08:00

Carving Pumpkins

2011-10-30T11:39:00.000-08:00

Boo at the Zoo

2011-10-29T11:36:00.003-08:00

Hanging at Home

2011-10-28T11:35:00.001-08:00

Halloween Party at School

2011-10-27T11:33:00.000-08:00

I had to take a few quick pics before we went to the party at the girls' school.

A house divided

2011-10-25T08:23:00.002-08:00

Apparently there are two types of people in our house.

Lilly: Momma is cool.

Mom: Really? What's Dad?

Lilly: Cool.

Mom: What about Amelia?

Lilly: Yeeyee is Cool.

Mom: What about you, Lilly? Are you cool?

Lilly: I'm princess.

Playing in the Leaves

2011-10-24T11:31:00.000-08:00

Amelia's 1st Birthday Party

2011-10-23T20:56:00.008-08:00

We had a fantastic time celebrating Amelia's 1st birthday with family. Amelia loved her cupcake, not a problem finishing off a whole cupcake..yum! It's so cute, Amelia will hold up her '1' finger. We're so in love with our little girl and can't believe how quickly the last year has gone by.

What a Mess

2011-10-22T12:45:00.000-08:00

Getting Cold-

2011-10-20T12:44:00.000-08:00

Heritage Park and Guanella Pass

2011-10-16T12:40:00.000-08:00

Playing Around

2011-10-15T12:39:00.000-08:00

One of the girls' favorite things to do it lock themselves in Lil's room and then go nuts screaming...not so much a favorite of mine.

Clement Park and Pizza After Work

2011-10-14T12:35:00.000-08:00

At the Zoo

2011-10-13T12:33:00.000-08:00

Surprises from San Diego

2011-10-12T12:31:00.000-08:00

Casa Bonita

2011-10-05T12:29:00.001-08:00

Pumpkin Festival

2011-10-02T12:45:00.009-08:00

We went to Four Mile Park again this year to check out the pumpkins and horses and eat cider doughnuts. Later, Amelia washed it all down with a glass of milk.

Just so you know, this is what most pictures look like...I guess the ground is more interesting than me?!

Art Museum Again

2011-10-01T12:35:00.001-08:00

We loved the Denver Art Museum so much last time we went, that we went back a month later with Grandma. We loved playing squish the bubbles, making a boot and postcards and playing in the atrium.

This is getting more challenging....

2011-09-30T23:52:00.003-08:00

Last Sunday, while staying with Grandma and Grandpa, Lilly and the dog had a disagreement about who owned some crackers.

On Thursday, the issue became more complex.

Lilly: I no like Monti.
Dad: Why not?
Lilly: Monti stole my quackas.
Dad: That was a few days ago. Haven't you forgiven her by now?
Lilly: Uh huh
Dad: Do you know what it means to forgive someone?
Lilly: (silence)
Dad: When you forgive someone you don't keep blaming them for their mistakes. You look the other way and forget about what happened.
Lilly: (silence)
Dad: Do you forgive Monti?
Lilly: Monti stole my quackas.
Dad: (silence)
Lilly: Monti go in garage! Now!

Climbing the Stairs

2011-09-29T12:56:00.001-08:00

Amelia started climbing the stairs a few weeks ago...I found out when she was about 2 steps from the top..yikes! Lilly loves seeing Amelia learn new things.

I love that Lilly is holding her back, must be a heavy dolly!

Cheerio mustache!

Octopus

2011-09-25T12:50:00.002-08:00

The girls loved playing at the park, enjoying an Indian Summer. They really loved being in the swing together.

Hard At Work

2011-09-18T10:54:00.001-08:00

SummerSet

2011-09-16T10:53:00.001-08:00

A Taste for Art

2011-09-15T10:52:00.001-08:00

Uncle Scott is in Town

2011-09-11T10:49:00.000-08:00

Getting Our Nails Did

2011-09-10T10:48:00.000-08:00

Playing Out Front

2011-09-09T10:47:00.000-08:00

Labor Day

2011-09-05T10:18:00.000-08:00

Taste of Colorado

2011-09-04T10:16:00.000-08:00

Fall Weather is Here

2011-09-03T10:13:00.000-08:00

what should I wear?? short dress or winter coat?

Visitors

2011-09-01T10:07:00.001-08:00

We were lucky to have some friends from Italy and Ft. Collins come and visit us! So Fun!

hanging with Grandma and Grandpa

2011-08-31T10:06:00.000-08:00

nice do

2011-08-27T10:05:00.000-08:00

tub time

2011-08-26T10:05:00.000-08:00

Just Playing in Mom and Dad's Room

2011-08-25T10:03:00.000-08:00

Cheerios

2011-08-20T10:02:00.000-08:00

Amelia is loving 'real food' she eats everything and loves her Cheerios in the morning with bananas and milk..yum!

choco

2011-08-19T10:01:00.000-08:00

Jumping

2011-08-14T09:58:00.001-08:00

Lilly loved swimming in the pool this summer, especially jumping into the pool.

9 month stats

2011-08-11T12:24:00.000-08:00

Breakfast Club

2011-08-09T19:28:00.002-08:00

Now that Amelia is eating 'real food', she has joined Lil and Dad for breakfast in the morning.

Estes Park

2011-08-06T19:16:00.000-08:00

We headed up to Estes Park for the day to escape the heat and enjoyed a little walk around the lake and seeing the wildlife.

New Highchair

2011-08-02T19:31:00.000-08:00

Amelia has a new highchair and is loving her Cheerios.

More Pool Time

2011-07-30T19:37:00.000-08:00

We've been having a lot of fun in the pool in the backyard. Amelia is using my towel I've had since high school.

Jona and Grandma's Birthday

2011-07-24T18:38:00.000-08:00

We went over to Grandma and Grandpa's house, after spending the weekend in Snowmass, to celebrate Grandma and Jona's birthdays. Uncle Matt took some great pics of the kids with his new lens.

Snowmass/Aspen

2011-07-23T19:21:00.004-08:00

We took an overnight trip up to Snowmass and enjoyed time in the pool, going up the gondola and seeing Aspen.

Donor Dash

2011-07-17T07:31:00.000-08:00

We walked in the 3 mile Donor Dash at Wash Park on Sunday morning. It was a hot one! Later we participated in National Ice Cream Day..yum! Even Amelia participated...she loved her 1st taste of ice cream.

At the Park

2011-07-14T11:43:00.005-08:00

Amelia is getting a hold of her crawling and crawled right under the chairsGrandma came over today and we went down to the neighborhood park. The girls are napping now and we're off to the pool when they are up.

July Weekend

2011-07-10T11:26:00.001-08:00

We had fun this weekend with the girls. We both had Friday off and took them to the pool. Lilly had a delicious ice cream cone...although, she's not that into the cone and ended up eating it with a spoon (a HUGE spoon). Amelia is starting to crawl and can stand along the windowsill now.

Lucky Girls

2011-07-07T11:36:00.002-08:00

Yesterday, Aunt Janelle came over to our house and watched the girls. They had so much fun, going on a walk, painting and playing outside. Today, Grandma is watching them and took them to the park...now, they are all tuckered out.

Thanks J and Gma for watching the girls!

4th of July Weekend

2011-07-04T14:48:00.022-08:00

We had to stay near home for Steve to do some work, but, that didn't stop us from having fun. We went to the festival and fireworks on Friday (Amelia slept through it and Lilly barely made it). Saturday, we had pancakes and headed up to Echo Lake for a little walk around the lake and then went over to Grandma and Grandpa's for BBQ. Sunday, we played in the hose, had a BBQ at our house and then went out to see more fireworks (Lilly and Amelia both stayed up and loved them). On Monday, the 4th, we participated in the neighborhood parade and Lilly got a popsicle and was able to get in the fire truck at the end. Then, we went to see Grandma and Grandpa and got a hot dog and lemondade...but, it was way too hot for us so we retreated and went home to the AC and the sprinkler.

Peaceful Valley Ranch

2011-06-24T12:26:00.000-08:00

We went on a weekend trip to a dude ranch, Peaceful Valley, and had an awesome time with our friends and 10 kids (all 4 and under!)

We played in the petting zoo, rode the ponies, swam in the pool, went on a mini hike, fished, and made smores by the campfire. Awesome weekend with great friends. We're hoping to do this every year.

Father's Day Weekend

2011-06-19T16:20:00.000-08:00

For Father's Day, we went to Estes Park on Saturday (the girls loved playing on the air mattress). On Father's Day, we went to Pirate's Cove and then had lobster dinner for Dad.

Nana and Papa Visit

2011-06-10T11:05:00.002-08:00

We were so excited to have Nana and Papa and Aunt Betsy and Uncle Bob out to our house for a visit this summer. We had so much fun showing them the Denver Zoo, Coors, Celestial Seasonings, the Air Force Academy, and Garden of the Gods.

Hanging with Aunt Traci and Grandma

2011-05-25T18:38:00.000-08:00

I took Amelia to get her pictures done and Traci watched Lilly for a few hours. Traci took videos and pics of all the fun they had.

Memorial Day

2011-05-24T10:38:00.005-08:00

No No

2011-05-23T06:25:00.000-08:00

Amelia knows how to tell us no now..we all think it's so funny.

Monti is so Funny

2011-05-22T06:22:00.000-08:00

Lilly loves going in the 'big car' (4Runner) with Monti in the back.

Nice Glasses

2011-05-18T17:14:00.003-08:00

Aunt Lora, Aunt Traci went with us to walk the mall because we had some wiggles to get out and it was raining. Here we are checking out the glasses. As Traci took the picture, the train drove by, she was in awe...clearly.

Trip to the Zoo

2011-05-06T06:01:00.006-08:00

We renewed our membership for the year...we can't get enough of the zoo (maybe Amelia can ;)

Lilly got to see the sea lions perform...it's right in front of her.

Playing Piano

2011-05-05T05:56:00.002-08:00

Happy Half Birthday Amelia

2011-05-01T19:18:00.008-08:00

We had a great time celebrating Amelia's half birthday. Amelia loved playing with the tissue paper, having lunch with Grandma, playing on the mat with her sister and practicing sitting. Lilly got some presents too..Lucky Duck! She opened them up saying "oh my goodness". Julie showed Lilly how to play hopscotch..so fun

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Bow

2011-04-28T19:46:00.001-08:00

I put Amelia in a bow because she was wearing jeans and a blue shirt...thought I needed to 'girl' her up. She wasn't a huge fan.

Thank You Nana and Papa

2011-04-27T19:27:00.001-08:00

Nana and Papa sent an Easter package. Lilly cracked right into a marshmallow bunny..and, shared with Dad. thank you so much!

Happy Easter

2011-04-24T19:28:00.003-08:00

We had a wonderful Easter. Lilly and Amelia enjoyed their baskets and Lil loved looking for eggs (wearing her glasses, hat, socks with her dress and using the shovel...obviously). We also celebrated Lora's 19th Birthday (just a few more ;)

Dying Eggs

2011-04-23T19:37:00.000-08:00

Where are the 'People'?

2011-04-23T19:35:00.000-08:00

Lilly loves the kids, or as she refers to them "people" that live behind us...here she is looking for them..no luck, just Chica, the dog.

mmm....Toes!

2011-04-21T19:44:00.001-08:00

Tub Time

2011-04-18T19:42:00.001-08:00

Lilly and Amelia love taking tubs together...they are always making eachother laugh.

Amelia's Bubbles

2011-04-10T19:40:00.000-08:00

Amelia is 'talking' all the time now and blowing bubbles.

Lilly on the Cowboy Hat Slide

2011-04-10T10:53:00.003-08:00

We've been driving past this playground for awhile and finally decided to go. Lilly had fun going down the big cowboy hat slide and swinging on the swings (she loves under-doggies).

Carrots for Amelia

2011-04-09T14:51:00.001-08:00

Amelia has been getting jealous when were eating dinner and she just gets milk. So, we decided it was time for some baby food. Here are her 1st bites of carrots. It won't be long and she'll be enjoying pizza with the rest of us.

Hanging on Thursday Morning

2011-04-07T14:45:00.000-08:00

This Thursday we played inside most of the morning. Lilly loved her Mr. Potato Head (thanks to Aunt Sandra, Uncle Craig, Charlie, Ava and Emma).

Amelia had some tummy time playing with her balls (thanks Grandma and Grandpa).

Monkey Business

2011-03-31T14:22:00.008-08:00

Amelia had her well baby check-up on Thursday. She's 26 inches long, 81%. And, she's 14 lb 7.5 oz, 39%.

After her check-up we went to Monkey Business and Lilly had fun playing on the slides, jumping on the trampolines, crawling in the jungle gym and painting. Mom and Grandma enjoyed their coffees and Amelia got lots of cuddle time wiht Grandma

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Laughing Girl

2011-03-28T18:15:00.007-08:00

Bubbles

2011-03-20T14:06:00.002-08:00

Lilly had fun outside playing with bubbles, not quite a master, but working on it.

Amelia cuddled outside withd Dad.

Zoo Day

2011-03-19T13:09:00.001-08:00

We had a nice time at the zoo. The weather was awesome, 70 degrees, and it was nice to be out (I think all of Denver had the same idea). The polar bear was active and very interested in the geese that were lurking above. Lil loved watching him.

After nap, Lilly thought that Hippo needed to be wearing her usual outfit...

Here's Amelia just hanging out after a long day at the zoo.

Happy St. Patrick's Day

2011-03-17T13:07:00.000-08:00

My little leprechauns.

Amelia's 1st Solids

2011-03-09T13:05:00.002-08:00

Amelia had her first bite of solids...mmmm rice cereal. Lil loves her sister's chair, she may be a little too big though.

Amelia Rolls Over

2011-03-05T13:03:00.001-08:00

I was downstairs getting a load of laundry and hear Amelia screaming upstairs, on her stomach. She rolled from her back to her front. After shock, I rolled her back over and she did it again, and again...

Matthew and Tara get Married

2011-02-26T14:22:00.001-08:00

Here are a couple of pics of Lil at Matt and Tara's wedding.

Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T13:00:00.002-08:00

mmm...grilled pizza for dinner. Steve and Lil love za!

Finger Painting

2011-02-09T11:26:00.004-08:00

Lilly got finger paints from Matt and Tara for her 2nd birthday. She loves them and was so proud of her painting, we put it on the fridge and that was her main focus...making sure it stayed up and we all knew about it.

Yes, Daddy is home!

Monti makes herself nice and comfortable.

Thursday Afternoon

2011-01-27T10:53:00.002-08:00

Ameliea enjoyed lying in front of the big slider-catching some rays.

It was a beautiful day so Lilly got to play outside, without a coat.