We are very much in the "homework is awesome" phase

We are not sure how long this phase will last but we are sure enjoying it!

Mama and Dada go out on a date ?&??

We forgot how to dress for going out!

Just kidding, we went to a Halloween party. Our babysitter had NO idea who we were. We must be getting old.

That darn cold is still with us

And someone snuck their furry friend onto the couch.... we let it go.

So proud that Lily continues to share my passion for...

Fancy desserts.

First bad cold of the season...

I'm a little worried that cold and flu season arrived so early. Lily has been a trooper of course.

Happy Fall to you!

One tolerant pup!

Headbands, strollers, Lily assigned time outs, tea parties...you name it. Good girl, Bailey. 

Special Student of the Day!

Every day, the kiddos in Lily's kindergarten class focus on getting to know one of their classmates. This past Monday, Lily was the special student of the day. She got to tell the class all about  Bailey, about her favorite colors and hobbies. Every student then drew a picture of Lily. Once every student had been introduced, Ms. Wash put individual books together for them. Just this morning, the class held a book distribution ceremony, complete with milk and cookies. Kindergarten is wonderful.

What happens when I leave my purse (and cell phone) in the back seat.....

 I now understand all of the soft (and suspicious) giggles.

When "the kids" hear Dada's keys in the gate....

Best welcome home ever!

Now if only Bailey didn't pee out of excitement every time she sees us....

P.S.- It is impossible to get a picture of Bailey without a blurry tail.

Wait for the sweet smile at the end....

A few seconds of tenderness.

Lily has been working hard!

Lily's Toesies at Sea Glass Beach

What an amazing place. It feels like you are walking on a rainbow.

Celebrating Brian's 40th year in Fort Bragg

Lily (5 years) and Bailey (5 months)

Lily's First Big Girl Field Trip!

Here you see Lily and her friend (who was also her "Safety Partner") headed to the Little Farm in Tilden. They went on a nature hike, they fed the cows, and they gobbled their lunches while sitting in a beautiful meadow. As Lily would say, the day was "rock-star awesome!"

I'm not quite sure if the kiddos' backpacks are totally proportional....