Cuddle-up, Buttercup!

Yesterday, we turned Caden's crib into a toddler bed. He did so well sleeping in his new "big boy" bed!

Hangin' with the Daddy-bear on Saturday...

Sweet, sweet Charli Kate...

For Ry...

We love and miss you, Daddy-Bear!

Zoo!

Today we went to the Houston Zoo. What a blast! Cade had so much fun pointing to (and naming several) animals. His favorites of the day were the seals because they were "splashy!" Of course he loved the fish and immediately pointed out Nemo. Charli Kate was perfect, as usual :) She slept through some of the excitement. What a happy day with our kiddos :)

Missing Daddy

Diuring "busy season" we miss Ryan so much! The kids sometimes have several weeks of not seeing Daddy except on the weekends because of their sleep schedule. So we are always looking for new projects and opportunities to stay busy during this empty time of year. Last week the weather was not very cooperative. On top of that, everyone in the house was sick (except for Miss Charlie Kate) so we were unable to get out of the house much.

Cade, 19 month old on Saturday, has picked up a new hobby. Flash cards. Seriously?? Aunt Sandra visited us last week and brought him a bunch of animal flash cards. He LOVES to practice! He also enjoys to tickle his sister - such a sweet big brother!

Charli Kate, 3 months this week, is following along in her brother's footsteps with her amazing talking abilities. She loves to giggle and coo in conversation. But she is quite the observer and never speaks unless spoken to. She HATES to be wet and I fear that the stores are restocking diapers just for us... $$$! Last week she rolled over and is close to sitting up unsupported. What a big girl!

"Kiss, kiss, kiiiiiiiiissssssssssss!"

Cheekies!

We are defintely not short on big cheekies in this family

New Year's in Colorado

We received plane tickets from Mimi and Granddaddy for Christmas presents. We were able to join them for a few days over the New Year holiday. Our kiddos did well for most of the flights - enough said. We had a great visit and can't wait to see everyone again!

Happy New Year!

"Hold you."

Cade loves holding his Charli Kate!