Wednesday, December 29, 2010

It Will Never Get Old

 Taking pictures, of the two of them. 


 They love it (for now). 


 I'll admit, Olivia can be a bit heavy handed in the affection department. 



 But mostly Leo is just tickled to the core to have her around. 


Really, there is nothing better in life. 

Not Bad


As Snooki Says

"Party's here!" At least that's what I hear in my head, when I look at this gathering of motley characters. 

Anything to Avoid Bedtime



I don't know how we arrived at the intersection of longest and bedtime routine, but here we are. On a good night it's 45 minutes, but almost always goes past an hour. Stories, books, routines, bedtime skits, and just added: massages with powder treatments. We've been working to scale it back by eliminating one activity every couple of days, with the goal being a book and a story - that's it. Here are some pics of a powder treatment gone wrong, as well as quotes from last night. 


Olivia: "Mom, a crush is when you see a handsome boy and they become your boyfriend." 


Then, after wiggling around in bed: 


"why do wedgies always come to me? Maybe they think I'm a party house or something."

Note: It's obvious that this is all in relation to a certain 19 lb tub o' love slumbering next door, hence why we've made these concessions - but now, we're ready to shave it down. 

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

S.D.C.

It's ok, Sweet Bea. Olivia had (still has?) the sometimes double chin. It just kinda shows up when it wants to, a mind (or chin!) of it's own.

Leo + Bea

 This was when Leo had just noticed Bea: "hey, there's a similarly sized person next to me!" 


 He then proceeded to try to flip over for a better angle. 

 We moved them upstairs for some crib time. 



 Delicious Bea doesn't seem to mind. 

Oh my heart.

It's All An Act



Leo feels he needs to be manly, and refuse the affections of his older sister. But the second she leaves his side, he squirms and squawks for her attention. 

Twirler Extraordinaire

 Olivia got a legit ribbon twirler from Auntie KR for Christmas. 


 It's as if she has done this in a prior life. You know, when she was Angela in the bird sanctuary. Now that I think about it, this is all starting to fit together. 




A Man and His Meals

What can I say? The dude likes to eat. Except now, we've added solids: carrots, peas, green beans, bananas, sweet potatoes, and just tonight: avocados! 

Sunday, December 26, 2010

He's In Heaven

Steve loves his outdoor tree, and a cozy fire on the deck. 

Red Cheeks!


Jewelry For The Lady


Barbie World

Olivia loves her Barbies - here is her "family" on display. 

All of a Sudden

Leo is getting into stuff - and boy oh boy does Olivia have a lot of it. Small tiny things - i.e. - a diamond cuff bracelet for Barbie. 

A Cozy Spot

Leo enjoyed his Sunday outfit (courtesy of Auntie Aimee) and cozy blanket (courtesy of the Goetz's)

Christmas 2010

 Princess snuggie!


 On to Aunt Dorth's house, homemade gnocci, ravioli, meatballs, sauce - so great!


 Well well! A mini chef in the making! 




 Steve dons protective gear from Olivia and her wayward aim.



 Tis the season for fake pets...


 Olivia really wanted to set up Vito and Sally. Set up as in see them get married. 


 Santa! What luck, two days in a row!


S.C. had to wear sunglasses because of astute preschoolers. Worked perfectly, Olivia was so flustered she introduced herself as Grace!

Saturday, December 25, 2010

What a Beautiful Morning

Christmas Morning

We had to wake Olivia up! Must have been exhausted from the night before. 

Christmas Eve!

 Waiting for guests by the fire





 Oh Leo, why so shocked? 



 Esme sure loves herself some Uncle Steve!

 SANTA!! 



 What a great "guy gift"! 



 Olivia - what a nasty look! 





S.C. with the Babes, Leo and Bea.