Winter Wonderland

Today we went to Grammy & Papa's house for more sledding! We got about 6 inches of snow and it was perfect for some winter fun!

This is one of the prettiest snows I've seen! The snow covered trees are just stunning. It caused me to slow down and truly be thankful for my family and the beauty that surronds me. Thank you, Lord, for giving us such a beautiful snow. Your creation is amazing!

Claire got to see lots of icicles and both girls loved holding them and yes, eating them!

Such a helper!

Papa & Anna sledding!

Now it's Daddy's turn to sled with Anna!

Claire loves to shovel. Who has time for foolishness such as sledding when there is work to do. She is SUCH her Daddy's daughter!

SNOW fun!

Grammy & Papa!

The backdrop of the snow and trees is so pretty!!!

Claire taking a quick break from her shoveling to go sledding with Daddy!

Our little snow bunny! She would've stayed out in the cold & snow all day!

Random Winter FUN

Some cute pictures from the last few weeks!!!

On a very mild Saturday a couple weeks ago, Grammy & Papa took the girls out for the day! They went to the park, the library and out to eat. It was much needed after being sick and couped up in the house!!!

Ahhhhh, FRESH air!

Anna will only go on the big girl swings now!

Silly girl! Oh, I love that face!!!

Climbing the rock wall!

Grammy had a little Valentine's Day party at her house with the girls and one of our friends from church, Yuki. They had a fun time doing Valentine's themed crafts, snacks and games! Thanks, Grammy, for a fun filled day!

1st Bowling Adventure

Today we took the girls bowling for the first time. I bought Claire a little bowling set for Christmas and she loves it so I knew she would enjoy REAL bowling. I was right, both girls had a great time and really got into it! It was cute to see their excitement and cheer one another along. Their enthusiasm is contagious! We will definitely be making a return visit to the bowling alley!

This photo depicts just a little of Claire's excitement after she bowled and knocked down some pins. It was so cute!


Such a big girl and a pretty good bowler, too!

Grammy & Claire clapping after a great frame!

Look at Anna's little bowling shoes... how cute is that?!?

Papa teaching Anna all his bowling techniques! Her Great-Grandpa Cutting bowled a perfect 300 game once and had a big ring to prove it! Bowling skills run in the family!

So much fun!

Anna's 2 Year & Claire's 3 1/2 Year Photos

Here are Anna's 2 year & Claire's 3 1/2 year professional photos. My friend and co-worker, Staci Hedke, took them for me! I couldn't be happier with the way they turned out! My one hope was that there would be SNOW on the ground and thankfully, we had a beautiful covering! When I look at these I can't help but feel so blessed! Thank you, Lord, for the amazing gifts of Claire & Anna!