I had to do it 2

After I tried just one little ponytail I HAD to try two. I think I like two better than one. John says that two ponytails really makes her look like a little girl.

Outdoor playtime

These are just some pictures of the kids playing outside one evening. I love to just sit and watch them play together.

Madison has now figured out how to climb all over this thing. I'm on pins and needles the whole time! I try so hard to not be a helicopter mom. She actually does really well with her awareness of the edges. The only time she has actually fallen off is when she tries to get down and instead of getting off of the orange platform, she tries to get off of the grey platform which is taller than she is. Carson, for one, is super excited that Madison can climb all over that now.

This is Carson's favorite spot in the yard. When we first moved in, it looked like a mulch patch. Now there are only traces of mulch and really it is all dirt; perfect for a little boy!

"Hmm, I think it will fit."

A Man's (or kid's) Best Friend

Alex continues to show us how good he is with the kids. He will let Madison pull his hair and ears and never snaps or growls at her. Who knew this little independent street dog would end up to so patient with the kids? When Madison wakes up from her nap, she has to pet Alex before she does anything else!

Carson

These are just some pictures of Carson after his bath one night. He is getting so big so fast.

I had to do it.

I could not take it any longer. I had to at least try. She looks so stinkin' cute with a ponytail!

And so it begins...

Madison can add shoe thief to her character traits. I've watched her try to steal other kid's shoes when we are at playplaces. She knows exactly where Granny's shoes are located. She does not care what shape, color, or size they are...she just wants them on her feet!

Oh Dear!

This is no optical illusion! Madison is sitting in the dishwasher! She is just trying to help Mommy...