Happy Birthday Elias

Rounding out birthday party season...we have Elias turning 2. Emma was more than happy to assist Elias in opening his card, and turning Elias's house into party central!

Birthday bash at indoor park

So we just learned of this magical place called indoor park (think monster size toy cars and a trampoline...and most anything else you don't have room for in your own house, but that kids love to play with). Cash and Emma checked out one such park on Friday, and then her friend Isaac celebrated his 2nd birthday party at one today. We love indoor parks, especially during rainy season! Here we have Emma pictured with some of her friends from daycare...Isaac, Peter, Sadie, Toshi, and John.

Easter egg hunt training

What better way to get the kids ready for an easter egg hunt (and get some yard work done at the same time), than to give them a bucket to collect all the fallen pine cones in our backyard. Emma found a way to increase her loot... by sweet talking her fellow "competitors" until they handed over their buckets of pine cones. I'm impressed with her ability to strategize...but a little concerned she may be sneaking in some reality TV after we go to bed at night.

Zoo date part II

A game of chase, chase, giggle anyone?

Zoo Date

Nothing beats a lunch date at the zoo. Here Emma and Elias are sharing some fine toddler cuisine (almond butter sandwiches and apple slices), while they kick the wagon sitting in front of them. I have to admit that having lunch with these two, and hearing giggles between each bite, was quite enjoyable for me as well.

Ice pack

Emma is a little obsessed with her "owies" lately. She found a small pinpoint spot on her ankle tonight, and immediately ran for the freezer yelling for her "ice pack". She carefully bypassed the frozen green beans for the frozen corn.

I also wanted to showcase Emma's new found independence with dressing. Apparently off the shoulder jammies are where it's at these days.

Helping is fun!

Emma was enjoying a little of the Portland sunshine this morning by helping mommy and daddy plant the parking strip. She was a very good helper.