Family photoshoot

Taken March 2, 2010. See them online.

Toddler fashions

On the runway this season - eclectic style with a a fairytale twist.

Here we see princess fashion paired with a daring Chewbacca-esque accessory.

And this outfit has it all: classic brown dress that's ready for business with kicky Arial top that says I'm ready for anything. The kitty boots just complete the scene.

And why not? Who needs to match anyway?

Meeting Grandma and Papa

Two more people are in love with you, Henry.

Our Lucy "Grinch"

"A, b, c, d, e, f... Grinch... Next time won't you sing with me"

Yup - you are a fan of the green man. We've read the book about 100 times and watched the movie at least a dozen times. He is a part of most conversations lately. Cracks me up!

You are also big-time into Barracudas - something you picked up from Nemo. The bats and raccoons fad has faded a bit. Mermaids are old news. I have no idea how you pick your favorites but I can't wait to see what's next.

Dreamy baby

Dear Henry,

You are our little dreamboat baby. You've been a perfect gentleman so far - nursing well, hardly fussing, and putting up with all of your sisters mauling loving hugs and kisses.

If you could just keep up this behavior for the next - say 20 years - that would be great!

Wild morning

Dear Lucy and Henry,

If after our first morning alone together, you have the feeling that I have no idea what I'm doing, it is only because I have NO IDEA what I am doing. This parenting two kids thing is HARD. I need a whole new bag of tricks.

Love,

Mama

Lucy cooks!

Dear Lucy,

You are loving the kitchen these days. It's all about pouring, dumping, mixing, and everything else we can find that is safe for you to help with.

Today, you are on a spree and helped make all three meals: creamed eggs on toast for breakfast, berry shakes for lunch, and pizza for dinner.

You also spent an hour at the kitchen sink practicing your pouring which gave me a chance to get things picked up. I'm amazed at the amount of time a trickle of water can give me. Woohoo!