V is for Volcano...

So, Jack got a volcano set for Christmas.
He was SO excited to do it!
And because Jack was, Molly was.

We made the mold on Tuesday.

Last night, after their bath (note the wet heads), we got ready
for the excitement. See how focused and serious they were?

The directions said to "Stand Back! For a super eruption, use 10 tablets"
So, we did.

But, it was less than impressive.
This was it.
Woo Hoo.

The kids didn't care, they still thought it was cool.
I love Molly's expression..."OOOOhhhhhhh"

Ken had picked up a couple for his freshman class.
I was relieved we had done this with our kids before he used them at school.
Somehow, I feel like 14 year olds would be less impressed.
We are going to try again, old school.
Baking soda and vinegar.
Hopefully, we will a better reaction.
From the chemicals, not the kids.

a lot to learn

I took a photography class on Sunday with my brother-in-law.
It was A LOT of info.
A 16 week course, in a 6 hour day.

I learned a lot.

But...

have a lot more to learn.

In the meantime...I will practice.

And practice.

Hard to Believe...

...that 3 years ago, she was this tiny.

Molly had a wonderful birthday.

She is very proud to be 3.

I made her green alien cupcakes for her special day.

They had another wonderful party for her at daycare.

And we had a special dinner at the Blue Bayou at Disneyland.

This silly little girl has been a challenge and a joy the last 3 years.
She is smart and goofy, dramatic and sweet.
She loves to eat. She loves to sing. She loves to irritate her brother.
She's pretty much sleeping through the night.
She's starting to show some interest in using the potty.
She loves preschool.
She is in a serious Toy Story phase right now.
She makes us all laugh, everyday.
Happy Birthday, baby girl!

Wordless Wednesday

We Wish You...

a Merry Christmas!

(this just may be the BEST picture of my two kids...ever)

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(another) Charlie Brown Christmas

We were there in 2008.

We were there in 2009.

So, of course we went this year!!!

I love the tradition of the Snoopy House.

It's a Christmas "must do" for us.
Well, mostly me :)

This is where Santa hangs out.
But we are having an "anti-Santa" year with Molly.
So, we didn't wait for his arrival.

This little door leads to an "outhouse" bathroom.
Where my kids would've stayed the whole time.
You'd think Molly was potty trained by how long she wanted to be in there!

The Snoopy House=memories=love=Christmas!

Christmas Love

I've blogged before about the loving care Molly gets 3 days a week at daycare.

Today was their Christmas party.

The kids sang 2 songs for us.

Molly was happy to sing!

Then, Molly wanted to sing a solo of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat"

So, she took center "stage".

Then, before presents, she insisted on sitting/laying in the middle of the circle.

Getting her bag to collect her goodies.

All her friends.

Waiting for a present.

So happy!

She hugged each one and said, "I love you, present".

We are so thankful for the care and love Molly receives EVERYday.

Not just on Christmas.