Its February and its time to RAKE

Living in South Texas we really do not experience seasons. :( Fall did not come until about February. Boy, did we have a TON of leaves to rake.

Training them young.

William is having a BLAST!

Sleeping Beauty just rose from her nap. Not too sure about her training.

After a huge pile is made it is fun to hide.

Aspen found him.

Raking is hard work

Fixing the fort with Daddy

This past weekend the Boys worked on the fort. It has needed some help
ever since we moved in but we just never got around to it. Now that the weather
is warming up, the kids have been enjoying playing outside.
SO it is time to fix it.
Not to mention Annabel can climb up ALL by herself.

Annabel watching the boys at work

measure, mark, measure = cut

At the top fixing the hole so Annabel does not fall through (again)

"We are working hard!"

It is a TEAM effort to put in a new floor

Drill time
And if you can believe it, we are short one board.
So the project will be finished this weekend.

She's got her own STYLE

Spring like weather in February AND she has her own style!
It was a warm day so Annabel wanted play with the water table.
Not only does she have her own style and she is all about doing things herself.

Water table, bubbles, toys= FUN

Daddy reading to William's class

Ryan came to school today to read to William's class.

He read Olive of my Love and How to Become a Pirate.

Two of William's favorite books.

Ryan had the kids total attention as he read-
even with Annabel on his lap

Class picture

Ryan, Franco and Annabel
Annabel thinks she is one of the class. She knows the
morning routine and gets mad when I tell her we have to go.

Slide Time

For Christmas the kids got a slide.
But due to cold temps we never set it up until this weekend.
Boy are they in heaven!
This has come in handy and will this summer when who knows if we will
get out of the house much in June.

Annabel ready to slide

Wee

This is FUN!

Playing so nicely together. Warms a mommy's heart!

Morning Bike ride

It was a BEAUTIFUL Saturday so we decided to take

advantage and hit the park for a bike ride and picnic.
Annabel was eager to try out her bike and William was thrilled to ride
on smooth pavement and "go fast." Everyone got some exercise-
mommy ran after William,
Daddy helped Annabel
And Aspen ran along sideAnnabel showing off her new bike

We are off to enjoy the beautiful day and smooth trails

Mr. Speedy

They are off and having FUN!

Happy Second Birthday Annabel

Annabel Hope turns TWO!
Oh my! Where has the time gone.
Turning Two means you are leaving the baby stage
and entering the toddler stage

Walking into the kitchen first thing in the morning

HAPPY Birthday!

Annabel's special birthday dinner- french toast, fruit, yogurt
and for dessert Funi cupcakes with pink frosting.
All of her choosing!

Happy Girl!

YUMMY!

Present time- her own baby stroller

And a balance bike complete with helmet
She can almost reach the ground.
You are at such a sweet age!
Your favorite foods are: cheese, crackers, fruit and pizza

YOU ARE:
* FULL of determination, do it your self

* Brave and often have no fear (scary for this mommy)
* A Joy, delight and treasure
* Loved

YOU:
* Amaze us with your ability, strength, and agility
* Adore your Big Brother
* Love to be scared and chased
* Have your own opinions
* Love Elmo and dolls
We love you Annabel Hope!