11 months

Determined, strong willed, loving, funny, ticklish, puppy loving, girl!

To name a few. Kai just started having her bear stuffed animal attack her. 

It is hilarious! No idea where she comes up with this stuff. We have on more 

Than one occasion said goodnight to every stuffed animal in her bed. There are 

so many! 35" and 26# she is dainty but a healthy girl. We are so thankful. 

10 months!

Kai dodged the sticker for her 10 month picture. This about sums it up. The girl goes until she can't go no more! She is the busiest little thing. She wears me out. It doesn't matter what we are doing she is moving. She loves Dora. She adores her siblings. Anytime one of is gone when we return she says Hi Mom or Hi Dad as loud as she can. She can't get enough chocolate milk. She climbs on everything. She must have on shoes. She can say her ABC's but only when it's her idea. She loves to count. She is so precious and the snuggles are rare these days with this independent peanut. She does think all sorts of weird things are scary=cary. She has made it into a silly game. Rolling into 1 year...it really is hard to believe. 

Chinese New Year

Take two of our Chinese cooking...I had plans for our lanterns and crafts, but the day snuck up on me. With 4 there is no last minute planning. Next year I will be better prepared. Kai is big stuff sitting at the bar. Sweet girl still loves her noodles and rice. 

Quilting...Sew much fun!

I love my moms quilt so much. It was a surprise for her. And she was surprised. I think she was guessing this quilting business would come and go. I'm sort of hooked. Whipped out a baby quilt. And finished the top of a quilt that will be in the Steak Out Auction for Harpers's class basket. Purchased a pattern and fabric to make for the guest bedroom so the quilt actually stays here when it's finished. Need to finish the little girl quilts. Have a few other projects up my sleeve...I never dreamed it was something I'd enjoy. Now I have a Big girl who is leaning to sew. Sew much fun! I can't wait to see what we can create together. 

Harper = 5

Harper is such a delight! Of course she knows this and her enthusiasm is contagious. All the kids have always looked forward to 5. It's like they stand taller and know they have moved into BIG shoes. Harper was no exception. We had been planning this birthday since she turned 4. Thankfully my bestie had a Frozen spectacular so we did the same. Shared party favors and decor are the way to go! But since is was a Frozen spectacular Harper chose to wear her Tangled dress...why you might ask? Well it was the least itchy! Tinlee and her friend were our guest Anna and Elsa. The girls had lots of fun being the big kids at the party and the little girls were so excited. 

What can I say about Harper at this age??? I wish I could bottle her up. She is just the right balance of humor, kindness and sass. She is always up for fun. She has the best laugh! She always says I'm sorry first...she has for as long as I can remember. She is a great big sister but sometimes needs a break- don't we all? She is also so smart. After watching the two bigs she doesn't get stumped often. She loves to color and dance. She loves hand me downs! So does mom ;) I know she won't always...

She is always open to pray. I love her sweet prayers. I love that she attends a school where she gets lots of practice. She is not afraid to talk to God just like she does anyone else. It makes my heart happy. It is a joy being her mom! 

Do you want to build a snowman?

I love snow to look at, ski in, watch by the fire inside the warm house. You get the idea. This year the bigs were determined and with their new snowman pack they were set. They started with a block of ice from Rangers water bowl. Dad helped with the heavy lifting. He was a super snowman. They had lots of fun working together. A success for their first go alone. 

New Year New Traditions

For New Years we tried our hands at Chinese...it was a group effort as you can see. I don't know what it is about making new dishes, but it seems to take forever. But it was worth the wait. Everything was yummy. I need lots more practice but it was fun whipping up something new together.