No training wheels

James took his training wheels off a few weeks ago (by himself of course). Now he is speeding around the neighborhood and trails around the base.

Merry Christmas

After Church last night in front of the house.

Might be their favorite gifts! $1 harmonicas from Santa.

My Space

so here is what i came up with in my area, no more luxury extra room.... i did this with a 40" x 96" space.

Sophia at the Jelly Belly Factory

Here's Sophia at the Jelly Belly Factory. We are celebrating James' Birthday over a few days, going to some different things he wanted to see. He wouldn't volunteer for this picture, he was too busy sitting in Sophia's stroller eating Jelly Bellys.

James' Gift from Grandma

Here's James in his Ironman mask opening up his huge set of Space Police Legos. He said "I have been wanting these for YEARS!!!! " Thank you Grandma!!

James' 5th Birthday Party

James has wanted his Birthday Party at Chuck E Cheese for months. We had it early so he could celebrate it with his friends here before leaving for CA.

A few recent pics....

My "reuse" project - a skirt I could not part with (being too big now) and turned it into a dress for Sophia. At this point, she is fascinated by things that come from my sewing machine, so while she still appreciates it, I am going to sew for her whenever possible.

James and Sophia - her last day of gymnastics at Randolph.

Mommy and James' LEGO table creation - (hacked up IKEA table).

Sophia loving the "new"/"old" Jeep shirt that she got from Auntie Sara.