For the Record

When asking Miss Grace what Binki she wanted to sleep with tonight, Daddy heard the words, "No binki!"  Yes, we know she is far too old to sleep with a binki but we are slow to gear up for the fight that will most likely accompany its removal.  For now, we just celebrate the fact that she decided to give it up and fall asleep without it for one night.  I have little expectations that it will be repeated tomorrow but it is a step in the right direction.

Why I Love Snow Days

While the blizzard raged outside, we found plenty of activities to keep us busy.  How nice it was to watch my entire family take part in melting crayons into valentines.  I didn't do much of anything besides provide guidance.  There is just something about all five of us partaking in an activity.  Not only is it hard to find the time, it is hard to find an activity that meets all of my children's skill sets.  Daddy cut the wrappers, the twins pulled the wrappers, and Savannah broke the crayons and placed them in the molds.

With the exception of today where crankiness and feeling not so good was abundant, I love snow days. They force you to stop, alter plans, and spend time together as a family. It seems that the world stops which allows me to put my "to do list" on hold. We don't comb our hair, eat real meals, or watch the clock and are typically happier for it. With two and a half feet of snow on the ground, more expected on Wednesday, and temps below freezing for many days ahead, we will look forward to more days like this.

Snow Fun

I ventured out with Lila and Savannah this afternoon.  The winds were gone and the sun setting.  It was rather pleasant.  I couldn't believe how much snow there was.  Almost every neighborhood kid had dug out some sort of snow cave that the girls enjoyed.which was a nice treat for the girls.

Miss Grace couldn't bare parting with the snow so I let her bring some inside. I don't know how she can continue to shovel it into her mouth with out her lips freezing off. She doesn't seem to mind it one bit.

In Case You Were Wondering. . .

Yes, Alex is kicking himself for not asking for a snow blower this Christmas.


(shoveling in our blizzard conditions - with Miss Grace by his side)

No, Lila does not get cold, never wants to come in, and, oddly enough, found a way to "swim" in our deep snow because walking was too hard.


Savannah tried it for awhile and got cold.

Adeline and I looked on from the driveway for two minutes max.

(They enjoyed a snuggly read in the chair while Lila and Daddy dealt with elements)

Yes, I got my wish my wish and then some.  We got dumped on and I love it!!! I hear more is coming on Wednesday too!!