Mommy... That bird looks....

 

 

How would you describe these precious young? The first picture is of two owls which are 2 weeks old. The second picture is of a 6 week old owl. We found them at the birds of Prey sanctuary.

Tripp: "Mommy those birds look asinine."

Don: neck flips around in some serious surprise... "Tripp what did you say??"

Juliette: "Tripp, asinine is a very naughty word. Do you want to go the principal's office at the big school?"

Me: "Um, Juliette do you have to repeat the word?"

Juliette, "Repeating is the only way to get it across to him Mommy. My teacher just told me that."

Me; "Tripp we never want to use that word okay?"

Juliette interjecting: "Tripp remember to never say asinine again. It's the last time I want to have to tell you."

 

The hen in action with her little brother!

With all the multiple repetitions of the word, let's see how long before it's repeated once again!

She is becoming the designer!

So summer is here... And with summer comes good times, fun and some relaxation. Tessa and Juliette went to the fabric shop for Juliette to pick our her official first project she would like to complete! 

It was a surprise and so Juliette showed up with much anticipated excitement!

 

Five Eighth Seams it was! She hemmed and hawed over the patterns to find the exact skirt that she wanted to create!

 

I knew with her picking out everything, she would pick out a batik just like this!

 

And so we have it! The first planned activity for the summer! Tessa and Doh's house now includes rabbits, parakeets, a garden to work in, jump rope, cartoons and fashion designing!

We'll keep you posted on the developments!

And it looks officially like a little orphanage

An orphanage you ask?? Well look who joined rooms....

So the babies love it! It has been about a week now and they laugh and laugh when you put them down. Thomas typically would fall right to sleep when they were seeping separately. Tyler would talk for about 40 minutes before he would fall asleep. Tyler was always the early riser so we thought putting them together in a room with shades would help. 

Who wants to guess of the jokes going on now?

Thomas is now up babbling with Tyler for 30 - 40 minutes after bed time. He does not go right to seep now. Tyler the early riser is now talking (loudly) at 6:15 every morning and guess who he has up immediately then as well? You bet, Thomas! 

Tyler is the ringleader. He has the tricks and is ready to share all of them with Thomas!

 

This was their first night together! 

 

Perfectly happy and content with the world! 

 

When I grabbed my camera my heart could have not been any happier witnessing this little secret world a twin lives in!

Now here are the thoughts...  The babies love their new routine! Every night brings a new game. They had no clue I was watching them and just stuck my hand through the door. As for Mom and Dad and big brother and sister, we're not so sure... Squawks, laughs and crib jumping are all great but maybe better at 7:30 AM instead of 6:20 AM. 

So boys let's begin liking a little more sleeping and a little less playing!

Our beloved Ms. Theta

Juliette had a most special day when she was able to present Ms. Theta with a special Angel that she painted just for her. Theta is Don's medical assistant and has been with Don for 13 years. She loves angels and is a Pastor as well. We could not think of a more appropriate gift for such a special lady.

Juliette was so concerned she even wanted the skin tone of the angel to match Theta's skin tone.

Theta was touched and it made all of our hearts happy!

Happy birthday sweet lady!

 

 

Communion anyone?

In light of the excitement of just having made her Communion, Juliette and Tripp love to play "Communion." 30 years earlier and it was one of Ul'Nanny and my favorite games to play. 

Juliette cuts the strawberries ever so thin and prepares them to share with Tripp. They switch between being the recipient and being the Priest.

Every day Tripp asks, "Mommy when am I seven so I can make my first Communion."

Strawberries used today and wafer candies used by Ul'Nanny and me.

Love the excitement in her eyes!

 

 

 

No no say it ain't so!

Well there would have been lots of tears if I did not have one more crop to go through preschool! This is the second time for this Mama that preschool has come to an end. This little guy is ready for 4K. 

 

We started the morning off picking flowers for Tripp's teachers! He was so excited to bring them in.

 

Juliette even got to go into school late so that she could walk Tripp into his last day. He was so excited! And the last day of school brought a pet parade. Each child had to bring in their favorite stuffy animal. Tripp chose to bring in "Sprinkes"

 

Ms. Sharon had to come and give both of her babies a big hug and kiss! Juliette and Tripp just love her!

 

Each day for the past two years, their bags have hung on the fence with their goodies from the day to be picked up! The final hang up of 3k.

 

And if there is one thing that has been the same each day at preschool for the past two years, by pickup time this little guy is a hot sweaty little boy! He lives up his time playing!

The day ended with a going away play date for his best friend Patrick who is moving to Wisonsin. Tripp was driving them to his new home.

 

 

My favorite day of the year

These four precious babies have given me my ultimate purpose in life! Since their births, I have loved more than I ever could imagine! Each is so special in their own way. They are each so different and I could not love them more! 

 

 

 

I had the perfect Mother's Day! My perfect day request was a picnic on the back porch with cheeses, liver sausage with sweet pickles, olives and champagne followed by a little something sweet. 

The day included a two hour nap (just because) followed by an all afternoon play day in the pool. Dinner was as easy as having a 2nd picnic back outside with the leftovers from lunch!

 

My cup runneth over! 

The journey may not always be easy but I could not imagine my life on any other path! This is my world and my heart is beyond full!