So with the winter weather keeping us indoors for the most part, we have had lots of time to play games, do puzzles, and watch Princess movies.  The girls are very much into “learning” games… Avery is constantly counting EVERYTHING… and let me assure you things must all be the same for everyone.  If not, there is definitely some things that are worked out… LOL.  She has also been into sorting things throughout the house– toys, books, cards, etc.  Everything has it’s place and everything must be kept in order or else Avery will certainly set it all straight.  She also has informed me that she has decided to change her identity– she is no longer Avery– she is either Snow White or Ariel.  It depends on the day what princess she is– and each day is something different.  It’s really funny when we are out in public and she is insisting that she be called by her Princess name.  People look at me like I am crazy, but I think it’s awesome! 

Carly (who will be 2 in less than 3 weeks!!!!)  is growing up so quickly!!!! I am truly sad that I no longer have a baby, but I have a Big Girl (where, oh where did the time go?!?!?!)  This big girl continues to amaze me with the things that she learns each and everyday.  She knows her ABC’s and is always singing the ABC song.  We must sing it about 100 times a day… and to be honest, with her, it doesn’t get old.  It is the cutest thing!  She has a vocabulary that is undeniably advanced - and she speaks extremely clear  (well, at least I think so– for a 2 year old)– and she is the chattiest thing around.  Let’s just say that she definitely gets her point across!  She has also been experimenting with the potty.  I will not say that she is in anyway potty training, but she has watched Sissy enough that she wants to go and she actually does on occasion.  The only problem that we have is that she likes to take ALL of her clothes off when she goes PeePee and she refuses to put them back on.  We then have a streaker running through the house.  It is absolutely HILARIOUS– definitely a sight to see!  Can you tell I am a ridiculously PROUD Mommy! 

We have enjoyed lots of playdates with our friends over the last few weeks- playing dress up, doing crafts, making messes and having fun!  We are, however, looking forward to some more outside playtime as the weather gets better!  We have uploaded tons of pix to the website in the January folder for you all to check out– take a look and see what we’ve been up to….