Growing and Growing and Growing

That's right! Our little girls are growing so quickly. Taylor is now 6 months and Kaitlyn will be 3 years old on March 4th. Taylor is sitting up and absolutely loves it! She can now be more of a part of what's going on. It'll be interesting to see when she crawls. She has the motivation just not the skills yet. She's ready to be off and running! I guess she has to keep up with Kaitlyn who is very energetic. She did try some finger food for the first time today! I'm sure you'll be able to figure out her response to that by looking at the pictures below.

Kaitlyn is really into playing games right now. She enjoys playing Mickey Mouse Yahtzee and The Lady Bug Game. I have also recently taught her how to play Uno. I, of course, take out the "fancy" cards. She does very well. It's really enjoyable teaching her how to play new games. There are so many great skills that come with learning how to play games! And no, she doesn't win every time. :) I think it's important for her to learn that others win games as well. Then, when she plays a game with her friends, she doesn't always have to be the winner. We talk about what a good sport is. She has taken well to it. We definitely have fun here in the Armes household. :)

Homemade Fun

Who says you can't going camping in your own home? Kaitlyn and I had our own little camping trip today. What's better than roasting marshmallows and hot dogs on chopsticks over red pajama pants fire? Or going fishing in the swing full of fish? And sleeping under the tent made from a Mickey blanket, stools and a doll high chair? Don't forget the hot chocolate!! It was quite a fun adventure but it is always good to come home. :) Here are some pictures of our trip!

Glimpses of Our Lives

Family game time

Ready to play in the snow!

Look at me sit up all by myself!

Trying to make a snowball

Making a snow angel

A New Year Begins

Happy New Year from us! I am hoping to keep up with the blog a little better than I have lately. I finally was able to add some video so I am thrilled! It's fun to show you the girls in action- to show you what we enjoy everyday! As the time goes by our girls continue to get older. Really, this shouldn't be. :) It seems that Kaitlyn has all of a sudden "grown up" lately. She keeps us laughing on our toes with witty comments, questions and energy. A couple nights ago I was putting her to bed. This was our converstion...

KAITLYN: "Mom, can I sleep in your room?"
ME: "No, you may not. You need to sleep in your room."
KAITLYN: "But I asked myself if I wanted to sleep in my room and I said no." Too funny!

The things Kaitlyn comes up with is truly amazing for a 2 year old. No longer can we talk about whatever we would like when she is around. Not only will she repeat it later on but she has an impeccable memory. Don't ever promise her something you can't carry through with.

Taylor would love to keep up with Kaitlyn. She absolutely LOVES Kaitlyn and loves watching her no matter what she's doing. She even has sympathy for her when she's in trouble. I have also seen Taylor encouraging Kaitlyn with some not-so-good behavior by smiling and giggling. Oh boy! :) Taylor is now eating rice cereal and she is enjoying it. She is also rolling over and is getting so close to sitting up by holding herself. She will last for a few moments before her leaning becomes a topple. Have you ever seen a happy baby? Not until you've met little Taylor! Her smile and giggle is incredibly contagious. We have been so very blessed with our two little girls!

Laser Fun, Teeth and Lots of Giggles!

Jason pulled out his laser pen the other night and Kaitlyn absolutely loved it. Who said cats are the only ones who can have fun chasing a laser?! We thought we'd capture her excitement!

This is Taylor giggling. Can't resist sharing this! :)

Kaitlyn brushing her teeth (spitting is her favorite part!)

This is Taylor telling us all about her first experience with rice cereal