Waiting for the bus

Today I realized I finally need pictures of Annie going to school! It was such a beautiful day, that we put out the mail and then just waited for the school bus to take her to her speech preschool. I tried to get them to pose for me, but it just wasn't happening!

This is typical Emily - doing whatever Annie is doing with blanket in tow. I'm surprised that blanket is still in such good shape after it has been washed over and over again. Emily had 4 teeth break through last week and is working on two more. She is such a happier child this week than she has been. I am VERY grateful for that!

This is Ms. Barbara, the fabulous bus driver! Ben had her also, and we all just love her! She takes such fabulous care of these little preschoolers!

Bye Annie! Have a great day!

Now, I am trying to come up with fun things to keep me busy until Andy gets home from his meetings tonight. I got Debussy for Dummies from the library this afternoon (see; Twilight did enrich my life!) and am listening to that - it got me to do the dishes and clean most of the kitchen.

Also, I must just share my love of downtown produce shopping one more time. I went to pick up produce for our group and took a little extra money just in case I found a super deal; I did! 12 containers of blueberries for $6; I bought 48 for myself! We've been freezing berries like crazy and eating them with almost every meal. Although I am finding that isn't the best idea for children. :) Never fear, you may buy some yourself at Sprouts this week for $0.99 per container; still a great deal! Speaking of, I need to go and freeze one more batch...

Last thing, I need a book for my book club in March. Suggestions please?!?

Questions answered...

With the Mom's Club, we went to tour and visit a fire station. The firemen were SOOO kind! We had a great tour and asked all the questions that we wanted. I learned that they buy food with their own money - they each put in $8 for the 24 hour shift. We often see the trucks when we grocery shop, and I just assumed the city paid for their meals. WRONG!!!
This is our introduction - from the fireman that is lowest on the totem pole. :) The kids also got to walk through the ambulance. We also learned there is a definite hierarchy in each shift. Seniority is a big factor in where you sit on the truck/ambulance, your pay scale (obviously, but even in a shift if captain isn't there and you each shift up a seat), what 'house' cleaning jobs you are assigned to, who cooks, etc.

This is half of our group with the two firemen who gave us the tour.

This is everyone AFTER Emily fell out of the stroller she was climbing in (the back part). Notice three things - 1. fireman's hand on little girl next to him 2. Ben's non-interested look 3. Annie isn't even phased...
Tonight we made a flag cookie for our Family Home Evening treat and had a short lesson (about 90 seconds) about honoring and sustaining the laws of the land - in preparation for tomorrow.

Playing with Aunt Jamie

Raking the masses of leaves while Andy and I bagged on the side of the house. A fun bench at the Arboretum.

Completely together...

It was a beautiful cold day!

Thanks for playing with us!!!

Playing Dress Up

A friend passed on some fabulous dress ups for the girls. Annie LOVES the Sleeping Beauty outfit and Emily loves whatever Annie will let her wear. :) They are blowing kisses here.