Mommy's Mascara

So, I've been told that I have some pretty funny stories about the various things that the boys do, but I only put the sweet, cute pictures on the website. To appease those critics, I'm starting the post the "funnies" (see previous toity post). Frankly, I think you people like to laugh at my misery (although, I must admit it's always funnier to me a few days later). Here's today's "WHAT ARE YOU DOING????" post. Right after they got out of the bathtub they found my mascara - which immediately put them right back into the bathtub). Unfortunately for Ben, he had the waterproof mascara.


 

AAAAAAAAAAAARGH!!!!! The boys have been infatuated with anything water. They love to play in the toilet - gross, I know! So......this is what the toity in their bathroom looks like right now. We are on our way to buy a lock to put on the bathroom door. Potty training is going to be hard now that they aren't allowed in the bathroom :)

Taking a Little Nap

Ever since we moved the boys into toddler beds (and out of the "cribjails"), they haven't wanted to take afternoon naps. BUT, they still get tired and need one. Yesterday, Jake thought that a good time to get a little sleep was during his peanut and jelly sandwich.
 

Sledding

We have had 3 snow storms in 3 weeks! Pete made a fun "Alpine Slide" type sled hill in his back yard (I could be wrong, but Lydia said she helped too - I don't know if I believe that she would actually brave the cold and snow long enough to do that, but I'll give her the benefit of the doubt). It started on the side of the playhouse, all the way down to the back porch (if you've never seen their backyard....that's a long way)

Anyway, Ben, Rachel, Pete and Erik went back and forth on that hill/trail over 100 times (or so it seemed). We weren't prepared - notice pink boots and bibs - but Ben was having SO much fun - see permanent smile on his face -

 

Murder At The Four Deuces

The MacLeans hosted a Murder Mystery Party on New Years Eve. As it turned out, Rebecca Ravioli, daughter of Vicky and Big Jim Ravioli, murdered her father at the grand opening of Don Wannabe and Madame MeMe's Four Deuces.

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Congratulations!

Our dear friends Darin and Deborah became engaged on Christmas Eve. We are so happy for you both!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUNT LYDIA!!!!!!!!!!

We Love You,

Jake and Ben

Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Colorado Blizzard '06!

We're in the middle of a blizzard at the moment. Seriously, a blizzard!!!! We're talking multiple FEET of snow! The word is that we've gotten 30" so far. What Fun! The entire cul-de-sac has been out and buzzing most of the day. Everyone has their own little versions of sled hills and snow forts. Most of us went from house to house playing with them all! Oh, and then there was the shoveling.......it has actually been a fun challenge. The airport has been closed for two days now. It's not looking good for our friends that need to catch flights in order to be with their families for the holidays. I have my fingers crossed for you.

Erik and I got into the big 'ole Sequoia tonight and plowed through the streets to see a movie - Pursuit of Happyness - (I recommend it). Yep, we found a theater that was open and it was nice to be there right when the movie was starting and STILL get a decent seat.

HAPPY WINTER!!!!!!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!!

 

SNOWMAN!!!

I just got the boys out of the bathtub and was in the process of getting them dressed. I turned my back and I heard them yelling SNOWMAN! This is how I found them - boots on and ready to go......how do you explain to a 2 year old that we can't build a snowman today - it's 60 degrees?

I thought I heard Jake mumble something like "this global warming crap stinks!"

In order to get the boys to sleep for their naps, I have to lay in the middle of their beds to keep them from playing while they are supposed to be napping (not too bad for me....I get to catch up on my reading). Anyway, I had to smile when I heard Jake in his bed reading his book to his friend Calliou (a stuffed little boy who talks when you push his hand). He's such a sweet boy.

Sarah, Emily and Rachel 

Play time

We had a play date on Friday with Miss Kim, Miss Laura and Little Annika. This picture cracks me up..... Annika just didn't want to sit in the middle of 2 stinky boys. Ben thinks it's funny, and Jake just doesn't understand why she is crying. By the way, thanks for the yummy cookies and pumpkin bread girls.

Random

We went to Erik's parents house to help them decorate their tree (it's a tradition on Erik's moms birthday). They have so many ornaments, including all of the crafty items Kira and Erik made as kids. Erik found an ornament that had a picture of him at 3 years old on it. He showed it to Ben and asked "who is this". Ben said "me!" We asked Jake who it was and Jake said "Ben!". It is amazing how much Ben looks like Erik as a child.

Jake lined up all of his ornaments in a row.....side by side....on his level.