Pumpkin Patch 2012

We helped little Miss K celebrate her 2nd birthday at the pumpkin patch early October. It was a chilly morning, but that didn't seem to bother the boys any. They bundled up in their winter jackets and raced off to see the livestock...goats, cows, and their favorite, a snorting pot-bellied pig. After meandering around the farmyard, a tractor ride was a must. The boys ended the morning picking some dandy pumpkins for future carving.

Making funny faces...

...with our cousins.

William & Kaylin Turn 2

At the end of June, we had a birthday party at the cabin to celebrate Kaylin and William turning two.  We could not have asked for a nicer day to be outside.  The boys spent hours in the water, relaxing on their floaties and jumping off the end of the dock (or in Calvin's case, face planting into the water).  When the lake got tiring, the slip n' slide was a hit.  Even William enjoyed getting in on the sliding action.  It was next to impossible to get the boys out of the water, although the mention of food and cake seemed to do the trick!

What Four Kids Sound Like

We had the pleasure of watching Calvin and Kadence for a few hours last night. I often think our two are quite competent at creating a ruckus. After last night, I know that it really takes four.

Easter Sunday

We enjoyed a fun Easter weekend with our boys.  Egg decorating occurred on Saturday evening with much talk about the Easter bunny.  After preparing a plate of tasty carrot sticks for the bunny, Lucas and William were ready to go to bed in anticipation for Sunday morning.  The Easter bunny did not disappoint.  The boys were quite surprised with the mess the bunny left on our floor during the night.  We enjoyed hunting for Easter baskets, church, an Easter egg hunt with our cousins, and an egg bake brunch.  William wasn't quite sure what the basket was for at first but quickly caught on to the idea of picking up the eggs hidden in the grass and indulging in the treats inside.  And as soon as Lucas filled his basket to overflowing, he made sure to help his little brother find some eggs.    

Secret Hiding Place

William and Kadence have a tendency to squeeze into tight spaces together. Their most recent find...the space between Lucas's toddler bed and dresser. The perfect spot for two little ones!

Happy Birthday, Kadence!

We celebrated baby girl's first birthday on Saturday afternoon.  Kadence wasn't quite sure what to think about the full house of family and friends that had come to help her celebrate.  She stuck pretty close to her Mama during the party...until that Mama took her smash cake away to share with all the little guys and gals.  I've never seen Kadence quite so furious with anyone or anything.  Don't mess with this little one when there are treats around.  Happy birthday, sweet baby K!    

The Little Lady Likes Her Cake

Kadence was covered head to toe in cake and frosting deliciousness after her smash cake adventure. This little girl has a sweet tooth. What started as delicate poking and prodding of the cake quickly turned into fistfuls of frosting going into her mouth.  She knew when she had reached her fill, though, and then it was off to the bathtub. 

Four Little Munchkins

My sister and I had a delightful day with these four little munchkins. Calvin and Lucas do such a good job entertaining each other these days and spent most of the morning and afternoon in the pool and sandbox.  Aside from the frequent, "it's my turn" and "he won't share," there was hardly a complaint out of the  two.  And little Miss Kadence and Mr. Butterball were their charming selves, perfectly content to stay close to their Mamas.  

Cuteness