New things

Today our new washing machine was delivered. We were excited, and as part of the preparation we cleaned under and behind the old machine. That inspired Dad and he also cleaned under and behind the fridge as well. Well ... that became a push to actually buy the $18 kit and connect the ice maker!! It took about 30 minutes -- after about 10 years!! I am listening to ice drop all evening. We are supposed to throw away the first 3 batches. Then, ICE! Party Time!

Catch up 2

It was great to have everyone visit this winter. We enjoyed having a houseful of "children" again. We realized that you never forget those important Play Doh skills! Also, Childrens' Museums are getting better and better. Go visit one with your favorite child!

Catch up 1

I have a lot of catching up to do on this blog. The holidays have come and gone and they were wonderful. In December and January we were able to see all of our children! We had such fantastic times.

We laughed and ate good food. We got fun and exciting gifts. We renewed our family traditions. And we celebrated a special birthday with a candy filled pinata!

Winter

We had a lovely snowstorm on Monday; a blizzard by local standards. The video is of the backyard taken through our lovely crystal clear family room window. If you listen carefully, you can hear the radio weather report. Today, Sunday, it is almost 80 degrees. Weather is just a little fickle here.