Cats and Dogs

And so it begins, brother and sister rivalry. Joey and Livi have started to argue more over toys, time with mommy and daddy, and everything else under the sun. Don't get me wrong, they still have quite a few snugglin moments, but we are beginning to see the cat and dog fights. Just can't wait until they are teenagers!

Almost Three!

I cannot believe that our little boy is almost three years old. The other day I was taking pictures for his birthday party invitation, and was just sad at how old he is getting. He is no longer a baby, he looks like a little boy. To top if off, after he turns three April 13th, he will begin preschool. Joseph was accepted into the Early Intervention program at the Elementary School in order to continue therapy (speech and possibly occupational), and acclimate to the classroom setting. Joey tends to get easily frustrated and anxious around large groups (especially children) and we felt that this setting would be the best for him.

So in a month I will have a three year old little boy and two kids in preschool, time flies by too fast!

St. Patrick's Day Parade

This weekend, mom, Jim, Livi, Joey, and I went to the St. Patrick's Day parade. This was the first year we have gone since we moved here. It was a nice parade, and an absolutely beautiful day to go! Livi loved getting the candy, and Joey loved seeing the marching bands. I think that attending the parade may need to become a tradition!

Mom and Jim got Livi and Joey these "wonderful" horns that Jas and I are thinking need to go to stay at grandma and Jim's house. They are "wonderful" noise makers! (no sarcasm included)

My Irish Babies

My Beautiful Irish Babies

Blogging Hiatus

I was told last night by my mom that it has been awhile since I updated our blog. I have to admit I was on a blogging hiatus, but life has been busy. Over the past few weeks we have had birthdays, Valentine's Day, deaths in the family, wedding showers, illness, and I was packed at school with evaluations, portfolios, field trips, literacy nights, and just teaching. I am happy to say though, that we can finally slow down and take a breath. This weekend is dedicated to staying at home, catching up on much needed house work, relaxing, and playing. Here are a few pics from the last several weeks that are too cute to leave out...

Snuggling at home

Guy time at the park with daddy while Livi is at school

Finally seeing birds up close

Another Olivia fashion statement...too darn cute for words!

Quiet time with Grandma Heiple

Joey needed to blow his nose...and so did Minnie!

In Olivia's words "belaxing" at home

Giving Ollie and Bella some "tummy yum yums"

Trying on mommy's shoes

Our Little Musician

Here is our musician playing his saxophone and the piano...he LOVES music!

Ring Around the Rosie with a Twist

Here is Joey's version of "Ring Around the Rosie."