Bath Buds

Robb has decided that its time to bathe these rascals together. As you can imagine, there is a crazy amount of splashing and lots of giggles. And somewhere in there, the boys get clean.

Guess What?

Zeke: "Guess what, Mama?"
Mama: "What?"
Zeke: "Boo!"

(He learned this little gem from Matt and Kennedi.)

Easter

Lincoln and Nilmini get cuddly.

We had such a fun Easter morning over at the Fackenthalls. There was good food, fantastic company and plenty of activities for the little ones. They got to paint eggs and then, of course, the hunt!

No outing to the Fackenthalls is complete without a jump on the trampoline.

The fruit trees were in full, glorious bloom.

Little Chunkers

This kid is showing all of the signs of getting ready to crawl. This is mostly sad for me, because it means he will probably start slimming down. And I ADORE his little pudginess. Alas...

Drawing Buddies

We love it when Rachel drops by.

Mr. Froggy

While cleaning up the yard this evening, Robb and Zeke came across a little frog. He was a cute little guy, but was getting handled a little too much, so Robb rescued him. We have been having to constantly monitor the tank to make sure little hands aren't making their way in there.

Lincoln Love

Baby Lincoln is obsessed with Sheila, so Robb let him play on the floor with her while we painted eggs. Lots of laughter and a few Sheila kisses ensued.

Easter Egg Painting

We picked up some egg painting supplies today so Zeke could try his hand. He was so careful and tidy. Well, while painting. Later on, he found the dye tray and managed to dump it on the kitchen rug. But, the eggs turned out well.

Lincoln Photo of the Day

Zeke was sharing this morning. First, he shared some of his stickers. Then, he shared a muffin. Lincoln couldn't be more pleased.

Lincoln Photo of the Day

Proud of his makeshift hat. (I love how that fat cheek is all squished up.)

Making Memories

These three have too much fun together. I love it.

Spring Cleanup

This is pretty much what the entryway to our home looked like when we moved in last summer. There were about eight planters hosting a giant collection of weeds. I couldn't wait to get rid of them. Well, I guess I could, cause they made it all through winter and until a few weeks ago when I finally started implementing my plan. You see, the flower bed that spans the rest of the front of the house was entirely filled with gravel and a weird collection of rocks and shells. So we started scooping out the gravel then dumped the dirt from the planters into the bed.

 Next, Robb planted the ornamental Japanese maple that we got on sale last fall.

Finally, a visit to the local sod farm and a few hours later we have a new piece of tidy, simple lawn. (Cause that is what we needed, more lawn.)

Lil' Trooper

We are big fans of the Alaska State Troopers!

Mr. Independence

This little boy likes to be in charge. He's been trying to hold his own bottle for months now, but last night he finally succeeded at feeding himself. He is feisty in so many ways. If he can get a grip on your hair, he will give it quite a tug. He has developed a shriek that is clearly not about being hungry or tired. He breaks it out any time he is feeling bored or annoyed. And he has a wicked twinkle in his little eyes, like he is planning something really big. Probably a diaper present for mom. I love it all.

This evening Robb put him to sleep in the hammock and after an hour or so I heard some rustling over there. At first all I could see was a little hand holding up a bottle. Like he was asking for a refill.

I Got Your Feet

I love how these two are starting to enjoy each other a bit. Lincoln thinks that anything Zeke does is hilarious. Their silliest laughs are always for each other.

Lazy Day

We spent a fantastic evening with the Knights. Zeke got in some Rachel time and, of course, some quality train time. There was hot cocoa and good conversation and just plain taking it easy.

My happy Lincoln man.

The Skype

In Sabbath School, Zeke sings this little song about how we talk to Grandma and Grandpa on the phone, but we talk to Jesus when we pray. Well, I guess he has decided to reinterpret the song for the modern day.

Zeke is a bit Skype obsessed, and always wants to call someone, so if I see that you are logged in and available, you might just be getting a call from Zeke.

Gabby Time

They love her. Enough said.

At Home with the Brave

Zeke had a doctor's appointment today. He was really excited. For some reason, he has decided that doctors are the best. Maybe because he knows that dada works at the hospital and helps doctors. Maybe because he spent the better part of last year going to the doctor with mama. For whatever reason, he is crazy about doctors. He did really well.

And then he had to go for a blood draw. Given the way I nearly pass out when having blood drawn, I was a bit apprehensive for him. I didn't even go in, stayed in the car with a sleeping Linc. So it was a pretty big surprise to hear how well it had gone. No crying or whimpering. He didn't even flinch! So glad he is taking after his dada.

Guest Post

Zeke wanted to write a blog entry. So, here goes:

Grandpa, Nana, Papa.
Lincoln. Jess Coffee. Dada, Ezekiell
Oliver, David, Auntie Nel, Auntie Nel. Where's Auntie Nel? What? What, Mama?
Sheila lay down.

Sapphira. Where Sapphira go, Mama? Outside, playing with the kitty cats? Ezekiel too. Playing with the kitty cats. More kitty cats.

Mr. Froggy. Mr. Froggy hurts Honu. Where Honu go, Mama? ABCD.

A triangle. Yeah. PLEASE, MAMA!

Lovin' Lincoln

I can't resist him.

An Evan Event

Lincoln practices sharing.

Uncle Everett captured Lincoln's wide eyes.

We are overjoyed when we get to visit with Evan. And her parents, of course. She and Linc are hitting that point where they are starting to be a little more interactive, and it is pretty fun to watch them together. And Ezekiel (and Unlce Robb) is pretty much smitten as well.