chasing and cuddling

We took a trip to the Riverfront Park today to enjoy some of this early springtime weather. Emma Jane ran and climbed and explored her heart out. I had to include a picture of Emma Jane in motion with only half of her visible because this is how 90% of the pictures we take of her turn out. That girl does NOT slow down! While at the park, Vivian did what she does best...slept! By the way, if you haven't noticed, we have to drape our sweet baby in huge bibs. The acid reflux causes her to lose her lunch pretty frequently and unexpectedly. I've finally decided that I can't let that slow us down. We've been out and about all week and I just make sure that I'm prepared with lots of bibs and burp cloths and a change of clothes. Vivi is pretty good about just going with the flow regardless of her tummy issues. We had a wonderful time basking in the sun while chasing one little girl and cuddling the other.

good friends make the world go round

We've had some fun play dates with our friends this week. Addie and Lily both came to play at our neighborhood playground. Now that the girls are older, they are really starting to enjoy playing together. Today Addie and Emma Jane went down the slide countless times and Addie was kind enough to share some snacks with Emma Jane. Earlier this week Lily and Emma Jane had fun chasing each other, playing with a beach ball, and coloring cute monkey masks. The playground is the perfect place to let our girls play safely.

We also went out to dinner with Lily and her family on Valentine's Day. There was a man at the restaurant who makes balloon animals and he made the girls adorable ponies that actually fit around their bodies! Lily and Emma Jane rode their ponies all over the restaurant! Lily also shared her dessert with Emma Jane....now THAT'S friendship!

you are my i love you

We had a wonderful Valentine's Day. We are so lucky to have two beautiful girls as our valentines. I found a few sweet books for Emma Jane and Vivi and cute stuffed animals covered in fun prints. I also stumbled upon a book for Paul from the girls called "You Are My I Love You". I will have to quote a few lines here because it is one of the sweetest children's books I've ever read (and I've read MANY!). It truly describes the relationship that Paul has with Emma Jane and will one day soon have with Vivi. I'm sure any parent would feel the same.

I am your parent; you are my child.
I am your quiet place; you are my wild.
I am your calm face; you are my giggle.
I am your wait; you are my wiggle.
I am your carriage ride; you are my king.
I am your push; you are my swing.
I am your way home; you are my new path.
I am your dry towel; you are my wet bath.

There's more, but I don't want to ruin it for those of you who might like to read this book for yourself.

Happy Valentine's Day!

XOXO