That's what headbands are for

Tessa's new headband, or "sweatband" as Mary's Rob calls them, is super cute. She knows just what to do with it. Thanks, Mary, for sharing this simple idea.

Windy

The kids ran around the yard on a blustery February evening. We must be getting close to spring--the cold wind wasn't threatening enough to send us indoors.
Emily, Michael, and Robert were having so much fun chasing each other and using their scarves as "wind swords". Kids are such naturals at making any moment FUN. I find as much joy in watching them have fun as I do in joining them in the fun.

Quilty

On a breezy day, the kids were playing games outside. I wrapped Tessa in her quilt and she and I went out to sit and watch the kids play. I held her close to keep her warm, then set her down cute as cute can be in her quilt made (with lots o' love) by her Aunt Mary. The quilt is gorgeous--I love the colors, the texture, its uniqueness, and that Mary did it all. You can't tell, but Tessa's little nose was all red from the cool evening air. Very refreshing. Felt like Spring was on its way.

Ready, Set, Smile

Ready?

Set . . .

Smile!

Is there anything more cute than the grin of a 6 year old with missing teeth? Emily did not hesitate to let Dad pull her wiggly loose teeth out. Adam was eager to do it, too. I think it's so funny how little kids think losing teeth is the greatest thing, and have zero concerns about the new gaps in their sweet smiles. Emily was missing all of her four front teeth at one time. As I had expected, Emily lost her first two front baby teeth when Tessa got her first two front baby teeth. Glad to see the gaps are filling in....slowly. Just hope they fill in straight.