Who me?

Does anyone here look guilty?

(Also, if you stand on your toes, you can see out the window....followed by a fall because we haven't mastered climbing down as well and climbing up.) Dinner anyone?

Can you believe the crazy adults in our house made me go outside with Madeline in the snow? They are nuts....but, I actually thought it was pretty fun. All I had to do was sit on my rear and the lady of the house (aka. Mom or Julie) pulled me around on the sled. I always knew I was destined to be a king.

Okay - I'm off to dream about the elf that supposedly is roaming around our house. Luke

Feed the birds....and Isabelle

Did you know we have a new pet? Well, an outdoor one named Isabelle. Granted, I also feed the birds, but Isabelle appeared one day and started snacking so I figured she must be hungry. Since then, it's my mission to make sure she doesn't starve. Here is the trick to feeding Isabelle properly.

First, collect as many empty toilet paper rolls as possible. Second, put peanut butter on the outside of the roll (but not Dad's peanut butter because apparently "people food" and "Squirrel food" can't mix). Third, roll in bird food...yes, bird food....Isabelle prefers this I think...that and Mom won't buy the other stuff. Forth, string with string or twine (whatever Mom can find) and hang it up on a tree, or bush or wherever I see fit. Typically, somewhere close to my eye level (so that is 2.5 feet off the ground). Let me tell you Isabelle sure likes the food and typically, it's gone within a day or so. Here's our latest finished products. Animal rights activist - Madeline

Sneaky little elf.....

Can you believe it, I think an elf was here last night. I just know he was because I found his foot prints and those of a reindeer as well. (I wonder which reindeer it was?)

This morning when I woke up, mom pointed out it had snowed and then we saw little prints by the front door. I think the elf came to check on Luke and I....you know, to make sure we are being good. Of course we are, because we really want Santa to bring us something at Christmas. This year, I really, really, really want a Minnie Mouse Bike. I told Santa 3 times now in person to make sure he doesn't forget. Anyway, this Elf is really quick. Every now and then we think we see a glimpse of his hat by the door and sometimes the swing set in the backyard, but when we go to the window for a closer look, he is gone. This morning dad reminded me they can climb trees too. Geez, no wonder I can't find this little elf. Yesterday mom told me the elf looks a little shorter than me, so of course he's a tough little bugger to find. Okay - I need to get back to elf duty.

Madeline

PS. Luke turned 1 today.....okay, it was his day and we had lots of fun at the University Kid's Christmas party, finding a tree, and then eating Pumpkin bars. Luke really likes Pumpkin bars and well, so do I. We had his favorite dinner tonight; Steak and Potatoes. Such a boy! Oh yes, I may have opened all of Luke's birthday presents. He didn't mind.

Chip and Dale Rock...

Hi there, it’s me Madeline. Sorry for such a delay on this post. It’s been a fun-filled fall. Luke and I took mom and dad on a little vacation to FL….more specifically, DISNEY WORLD. Let me tell you, this is truly where all your dreams come true. Did you know I met some of the most famous people in the world there? Sleeping Beauty, Belle (actually twice!), Snow White, Daisy Duck, Aeriel, and Chip & Dale. Oh, it was such a fun trip and I loved it. I got to go trick-or-treating at Disney too. They sure give lots of candy….that would be good if I liked candy, but it still was fun! I saw the castle where Cinderella lives and even though she wasn’t awake when I was there, it was amazing. I think I have a favorite ride….the TeaCups. We went on them twice. Luke just watched. Speaking of Luke, he got his first kiss….from Aeriel. I’m not sure if there has been any development in that relationship since she lives “under the sea,” but it was a lasting mark on his face that night. Okay, so my favorite part of Disney was the campfire sing-along. We went 4 times and I loved every minute of it. Chip and Dale were there every night and I got to give them high-fives, hugs and even touch their noses. I still talk about them every day and last night I was singing one of their songs. I really love Chip and Dale! Do you know how to identify which one is Chip? He has the chocolate chip colored nose. I bet you didn’t know that, did you? Okay, what else, I got to hang out with my cousins which was a blast. We played outside all the time. Mom and Dad had a little fun. I took them to the wine experience with Grandma. Don’t worry, I made sure things didn’t get too out of control with all the taste testing. They really are kids at heart. Okay, well I better get going since I have preschool today. I am having lots of fun there. Madeline

Locks of Love..

It finally happened. I got an official haircut. I like to think all the beautiful locks went to “locks of love” but apparently my hair wasn’t quite long enough. I’m sure it was close. Anyway, I’m a new man (well, little boy). Check out the new do….mom and dad can hardly recognize me. Dad and I had a great plan, we were going to the downtown barbershop for the haircut. Of course, mom and Madeline ruined the moment and tagged along. Apparently the girls felt the urge to take pictures of the event. The conversation with the barber was a little limited with the girls there, but mom swears that she won’t tag along every time. I must say, I sure can walk, or as mom says waddle, with my new aerodynamic haircut. The only downfall I have found is my new haircut doesn’t hold food as well. You see, I love to put food in my hair and now that it’s short it comes out much easier. Mom says boys under her roof haven’t to be “clean cut” so I have to wait until I grow up if I want to grow it long again. Who knows, maybe when I’m a teenager I’ll try to sweet-talk her….the mullet look was working for me…you know, business in the front and party in the back! Until later -Luke ps. I'll post pictures later