Columbus Zoo and little things about the girls

Nora's favorite color is dark pink and claims that Claire's is purple. This her way of getting all of the pink stuff (cups, plates, clothes...). Nora always used the ribbon on the side of her bumber to fall asleep and Claire does the same thing. I love that they both have the same comforts. It's really cute to me.

In April, Gretchen and I took the kids to the Columbus Zoo for the day. It was crazy busy. We had to wait 45 minutes just to get into the parking lot. I would like to go back sometime in September when school is back in.

We went to the petting area 1st. I don't think I have ever seen Nora run so fast when a goat came up to her. I felt bad for her but it was pretty funny. She got over it and did his hair. As much as Claire likes trains now, she equally disliked them on this day :(

Sleep Over

Nora had a sleep over with Nico and Mario. They watched movies, ate popcorn and pretended they were zombies.

Coloring

Nora is our little artist and boy was she happy when she got to show Claire how to color. It was Claire's 1st time so there was alot crayon tasting and throwing but they still had fun. This was in March and she still likes to give them a taste.

At the moment Claire loves to play in Maynard's water and the toilet. She is falling in love with trains just like Nora did. She loves to sing "all aboard, choo choo" and can't halp but dance if music is on.

Nora takes the whole big sister thing very seriously. She will let you know if Claire is up to something. It's like I have a second pair of eyes. I wish I could find my camera because she did finger painting for the first time and that was picture worthy for sure. Her favorite people at the moment are Daddy, Nolan and Madison.

Sisters

These girls can be so sweet with each other. Nora is great big sister always making sure that Claire is happy and taken care of. Claire wants to be just like her big sis.

First time on a horse

Nora, Claire and Nolan all went horse back riding for the first time. Nora was little afraid at first but after seeing the other kids go she decided to get on. Once she tried it, she was hooked. Claire on the other hand was so excited to see and pet the horses. She looked a little confused when it first started walking but loved every minute of it. I tel Eric that we are going to end up buying a horse one of these days.

First zoo trip of the year

Gretchen and I took the kids to the zoo in March. It was one of those perfect days that come along every now and then.

Seattle

I went out to Seattle in March and boy was it nice to be back. Our day of shopping in LaConner was cold and rainy but that's what I love about the northwest. It was good to see Lorrie and spend time with the boys.