Let me see you move

We've convinced Gus that he needs to get exercise everyday. Yes, it is a good life lesson, but I cannot tell a lie, we also want to wear him out during the day so he sleeps good at night. This week he stayed dedicated to his exercise plan. He even mixed it up with a few new activities.

For example, the rope swing at gymnastics.

Nora nailed her beam routine. Her dismount was killer and she stuck the landing.


Because gymnastics is over for the season, it was time to bring on the swimming! My office held their annual winter pool party for the kids last week. Gus loooooved it, and Nora did not. She was velcroed to Ross the entire time.


Gma Debi brought a new game to town which Gus enjoyed. Ribbons! It ended up being another good form of exercise, and it was something new.


Gus loved making car ramps with his uncle Josh.

Rock it, Grandpa.

Meanwhile, Nora enjoyed snuggling with her Great Grandma Ethel.

Dead Heat

Nora and her cousin, Will, are 3 months apart but as of last week, are tied when it comes to height. No surprise, Nora is tall for her age. And while I'm comparing the tots, (not that this is a competition), Will has better balance.


I think I should save this photo, and show it to them when they are 3 1/2 years old and NOT sharing their toys. To remind them that they were once happy to share.

I like how Nora is able to shoot Will a threatening look, as if to say, "don't even think about it," while still assuming a dainty pinky pose.

Sunday evening dinner parties with their Aunt, Uncle, and Cousin are the best!


How cheesy, Gus. Gus loves his cousin, Will.


Our Sunday evening dinner parties could only be better if Steph, Mike, and Hava could be here, too. Cousin-togetherness is priceless. We can't wait to watch the kids grow up together.

Let's bowl

He loved it! We will be bowling again.





Towards the end, we got our hands on a little ramp which made the ball go about 10 times faster down the lane. We should have grabbed a ramp way before we did!

Another wintery roadtrip to MN

Blowing snow, freezing temps, and wind = another winter road trip. We hope it's the last winter travel of the year. It's got to be, next week is already March!

The winter conditions did not phase Gus, and he was able to catch a few Zzzz's in the car. This sticker was originally on his sweater, but ended up stuck to his face after he fell asleep and his head slouched down to his shoulder.

Gabs was all smiles, as usual!

We had a delicious, winter lunch at Meg and Bjorn's house in St. Paul (thank you Meg, Bjorn, and Brett!). The chili warmed us up. And Nora felt right at home.

Gus loved playing with the guys. I'm sure they were exhausted when we left. Meg and Bjorn had some awesome toys and projects on-hand. He loved it!

Thank you, everyone, for hosting us this weekend.

Baby Yogis

These shots of Nora reminded us of a few old pics of Gus.

6 months old

Nora passed her 6 month check up. Here's her stats:

17 lbs, 65th percentile
26 inches, 50th percentile

We've found that in the last month, she's become a very serious gal. The only person she laughs for is Gus. I was lucky to capture this smirk! She's a thinker.

And February is almost over

Where has the time gone? Gus and Nora have been busy, and kind of sick, throughout February.

Highlights:

Cuddling with Gpa Dave

Getting the band back together! It was a old neighbor-reunion, and it was awesome.


Gabby came to visit, and the kids were all smiles.

Even Molly the dog came along.

They thought of this on their own, so please don't turn us into social services. See the smiles on their faces?

Nora got 2 new adorable rocking chairs from Gma and Gpa Vickie and Dave. The small chair is perfect for her baby. Although she is confused because she thought she was the baby?


Clever

Jumping!