Finally... blog time

I  guess I don't remember how busy it was raising kids. I only had one and worked full time, but I was a single mom who pretty well had to do everything. I'm not complaining - much. I had help from family and people as needed or at least when I asked. My folks were always willing but I understand better (at my age) just what a commitment of time and effort that was for them - even so - they were still willing to help (if I asked).

We only have the two grandchildren with us - the other two are with their other grandparents. Boys, 10 & 6. We have the two girls - 8 and 13 months. A bit of an age discrepancy but they get along well. We have had one of their girl cousins here for one day and went out to the park. Gracie loved the snow. Her little legs were cold just above the ankle because she only had ankle high boots - hiking boots at that! I could not find any winter boots for her in the short time I had but I did find these cute pink hiking boots with heart shaped eyelets and pink with heart laces! She loves these boots!




Pretty in Pink!

 We headed over to the Park by our house. It was sunny but cold. Didn't seem to both the kids. The side walks were clear so it was hard to pull. Had to go on the sideroads. Gramma had to walk all the way around while the girls took the shortcut. No matter to Grace - she loved the sled.



Rebecca, Grace & Alicia

 Yesterday afternoon Alicia went to have an overnight with her cousin so we had Gracie all by ourselves. We had a good evening. This morning, we dressed up and went to church. John went at the regular time but I took my own car and got there 1/2 hr late - just to show her off more than anything! I guess if we had them here for every Sunday, this gramma would be organized but I had to admit, it was a real job trying to get myself and her ready. And yes...it's true...as soon as you are ready to leave..."did you just poop?" happens!  I proved 'them' right!

Ready for church



Entertaining anyone who will watch!

Ahhhh, grandchildren!