Snack Party and a Glorious Afternoon

Meredith and Berkley got this cute table for Christmas from Mima and Papa. We usually use it for coloring or working on puzzles, but today I surprised them by having their snack set up on it in the living room when they came down from their naps. I told them we were having a snack party, which they loved! I find myself in awe of God's goodness as I sit back and observe Meredith and Berkley. I just can't believe that they are so big, so mature, so social... and that they are MINE! They're so independent now and I'm truly enjoying interacting with them and watching their personalities unfold before me. Here they are enjoying their snack party:)





Today was a beautifully glorious day! The temperature was perfect, it was sunny with just a bit of a breeze. As Meredith and Berkley napped I started thinking about what we would do this afternoon and I got so excited about simply taking them outside to run around the backyard. It sounds like nothing to most of my readers, I'm sure, but it's always a larger task when you've only got two arms and legs to chase behind two curious toddlers. I threw caution to the wind, ignoring the reality of the Larry poop mine that is our backyard, and let the twins loose. They had a great time! They helped me pick up pine cones, they slid rocks down the slide, they swung, they ran, they laughed at Larry digging a hole, and curiously asked what every new flower was. Watching them made me realize how much I love my backyard; it's such a peaceful haven. I think we'll really enjoy playing a lot in the backyard over the next few months prior to our move and I'm sure I'm going to miss it once we do move. Now, we did have some falls and I'm actually the only one who stepped in doggy poop, but all that aside, we had a great afternoon. Here are some action shots from our afternoon at play.

Meredith helping mommy pick up pine cones


Berkley on the move


I know they're not posing or even looking at the camera, but I just love this picture


Berkley and Meredith cooled off while swinging; he's really focusing on something here


This is something new that has just started this week. Meredith has liked holding hands for awhile, but it's finally clicked with Berkley and now he loves holding Meredith's hand and letting her (or sometimes him) lead. You know mommy loves seeing this!