Quick Update

We all have the sickness! It's been 9 days, but who's counting? Due to lack of energy, I have supplied a group of random photos for you to enjoy.

Bad News, Good News, More Bad News, More Good News

Bad news: Both kids are sick. Any bets on who will be sick next? It will either be me, Jill, or Grandmom Diane who is in for a visit this week.

Good news: I have some great pictures from the Gymboree Valentine's Day Party!

More bad news: I thought the party was Saturday, so I dragged both Grandmoms and Pop-pop Joe out in the snow for nothing.

More good news: The party was Sunday!

Olive had lots of fun "making" a card for Mommy and Daddy.

The writing on the bottom left says, "Poppy spent the time sleeping!"

Even Grandmom Diane got in on the action.

Proof that Poppy was there...

Finally... awake!

The Ball Pit

Peek-A-Boo Time!

See-saw!

"Anybody in there?"

A very loooooong tunnel...

Poppy loves Gymbo the Clown!

Sleepy time?

"I guess I like him, too."

"OK, I LOVE him!"

Question of the Week

Who are your Valentines and why?

I have 3 valentines: my wife and my 2 children.

Poppy, I love the way you reach for me to snuggle. You can sleep for hours in my arms, and I could watch you breath the entire time (But I always fall asleep, too!). Your wide-eyed smile and giggle/scream make me smile from ear to ear. Olive, your smile is absolutely infectious. Your curiosity helps me to see the world through your eyes. Watching you play makes me feel like a kid again. When you cry, I want to cry, and giving you the comfort that you need makes me feel better. Poppy and Olive, you are the lights of my life! Watching you grow makes every day special. After 7 months, I already can't imagine life without you. I know that you will become beautiful women some years down the road and that you will continue to bring me joy for as long as I live. I am so proud to be your dada.

To my beautiful wife, Jill: Words cannot express how much I love you and how much I love sharing our lives with each other. You have given me more than I could ever ask for. I see you in our children, and our family is complete. We have been married for almost 5 years, and I can't wait for the many more adventures to come. You're a wonderful mother and wife, and I am the luckiest man in the world. Happy Valentine's Day!

Sippy Cup Conquered

This morning, Poppy drank from her sippy cup all by herself! AND, she did it on cue for the video!