Missing

Everett spent 5 minutes in his room and somehow managed to leave it looking like this...

I'm looking for him to make him clean it up.  I can't seem to find him anywhere. If you see him, hold him until I can get there.  So far, I only have 1 witness.... This guy I met in the dining room said Everett left and probably isn't coming back...

Party Animals

I had the pleasure of partying with these two yesterday.  Even after 3 hours of jumping on trampolines, climbing ropes, and winning a total of 10 stuffed animals from the crane game, they weren't ready to quit... This morning, when he woke up with a sore back and legs, I'm guessing Ev wished we left when I wanted to.

Still Looking

Everett may have outgrown his "Woody" cowboy hat, but apparently his fascination for Christmas villages is still going strong.


Ev at 2.5 years old....

Ev at 7.5 years old....

MIA

Amelia is on a two night sleepaway field trip for school.  She was a bit nervous, but excited for the trip.  I'd like to let you know how it's going....but, we are not allowed any contact while she's gone.  So, aside from this picture showing her about to do a ropes course (pink shorts), I have no idea how it's going...

....I'll just assume no news is good news. 

Flash Forward

Every once in a while, you see a picture of your kids and it gives you a glimpse into the future.  I'm pretty sure if you replace the Fruit Loops with granola, the juice with coffee, and the book with papers from the office, you could take this exact picture of Amelia in 20 years.

Night Owl

As you could probably guess, we aren't exactly late night party animals in this house.  That said, in the last 3 nights, I haven't been to bed before midnight.  Meggan and I went on a date to a concert Thursday night.  Then, I spent Friday and Saturday in the land of all things good and Holy....the University of Florida.  I was able to get together with several friends from college, my sister, my brother, and two of my nephews.  While I missed everyone (and every pup) back here at home, it was a great few days of unplugging, spending time with loved ones, and certainly not least importantly, watching my Gators take care of business...

Toss and Turn

Despite all guarantees I made, ultimatums I laid down, and agreements we had, Olive ended up sleeping in our bed.  She didn't make it in on her first night like Sophie did, but she wasn't far behind.  I was certain I was going to kick her out if she tried, but I have no idea how I was supposed to say when she snuggles under the covers....

Or on a pillow....

 Or on Meggan's head....