Well, the craziness of Christmas has come to an end. We had a very busy couple of weeks. Gracyn saw her first Nutcracker Ballet in San Francisco and attended the Teddy Bear Tea at the Ritz with myself, her Grandma Ard, and GG. Michael could have cared less about gifts this year. He wasn't even interested in wrapping paper or bows. Here are some pictures of the kids.

Yes! We had snow this year in Alamo, California! What a treat. Gracyn and Dave made a snowman in the back yard.

Michael and Santa. We wasn't afraid at all. I'm sure it will be a different story next year.

Gracyn putting the star on our tree.

Gracyn Christmas morning with all of her goodies she got from Santa.

Michael (aka Batman) showing off his new toys.

We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas Too!!!!

Single Ladies

Some of you may have already been told this story but It makes me laugh every time I watch this video. Listening to kids songs over and over in the car can get a little old so I had this brilliant idea to try and get Gracyn interested in a few songs that I like. Gracyn loved "Singles Ladies" by Beyonce right away. It has such a great beat. Michael loves to groove to it too. So one day I found the video for her to watch. It is basically 3 women dancing dressed in 1 shoulder leotards and high heels. For a little girl who loves music and dancing this video was perfect!

A few months ago a friend of mine and her twins came over for dinner. Gracyn is not the type of kid that just strips down and runs around the house naked but I caught her out of the corner of my eye taking her pants off. What was she doing? Next, she pulled one arm through the neck hole of her shirt and headed to the stage (aka our fireplace). Right away I knew what she was up to so I grabbed the camera. She drug her little back up dancers on stage with her and even convinced one to put on her costume. Check out my little performer, the future Beyonce!

OK, I have given in................

I FINALLY have decided to start a family blog. I love reading everyone else's and I know it is the best way for friends and family to stay up to date in our crazy everyday lives. And, what better time to start than Christmas! Here is my concern... between email, facebook, online shopping, and now blogging... will my family ever have groceries or clean laundry? We will soon find out.

First I'll start with a brief update of our family. We live in Alamo, CA and have been here for about 6 years. Dave and I have been married for 5 years and have 2 beautiful little red head kiddos and 1 fluffy Goldendoodle dog, Macie. Gracyn is almost 3 1/2 years and Michael is 14 months.

Gracyn started preschool this year. She goes to Meadowlark Children's center twice a week. She loves to sing, dance, draw, and dress up. Sounds a lot like her mommy, huh? She is one smart cookie too. Her verbal skills, memory, and intelligence amaze me everyday. More than anything, she is a TALKER!!!! She does not stop all day long. Watch out if she has you trapped in a small place like the car or the bathroom. You better be ready to listen.

Michael may be the sweetest little baby ever. He is so easy going and always smiling. He is also very busy and always on the move. He is know to just disappear in the house. He can often be found near the toilets, playing with any type of cord he can find, trying to press the buttons on the alarm system, or hiding in the corner of the couch. Michael is talking a little with words like ma-mee, da-ee, teeth, baby. no-no, uh-oh, and mmm(milk). He is also signing for milk, more, all done, eat, bath, and potty. He is a very fast walker/runner and loves to dance, take baths, and pretend to brush his teeth. As sweet as Michael can be, he is still all boy! He will be the child that just runs off at the park and keeps on going. If you a little mouse in my home, here are the things you would often here me saying ... Toilets are not toys, don't gag yourself, stop pulling your sisters hair, don't eat the dog food, and Michael where are you?

So, that's our clan. Our house is crazy, and playful, and loud but we LOVE IT! We wouldn't have it any other way.