The Ball Pitt

I put Molly in the ball pitt even though she did not meet the minimum height requirement since no one was around. After taking a few minutes to figure out how to walk around she started to really have a good time. It didn't take long before she was kicking and throwing balls around and yucking it up.

As always, she wanted to share the excitement with Mom and loved watching me throw and kick the balls across the pit.

Some day Molly, some day.

After all the excitement, it was fun to kick back with Mario and have some tasty Jamba Juice.

A random picture from another trip to Grant Elementary to see Daddy. Molly loves being the center of attention and the kids love seeing her. I can hardly get into the building these days without hearing screams of "Molly! Molly!" and having kids run over to say hi and give high fives. It's great.

The Budding Artist

Molly loves to hang out with her big sister and buddies these days. Whatever the girls are doing, she wants in. The girls are good sports and usually let her tag along and join in the fun.

Molly recently discovered that when she drags colored pencils or crayons on paper, it leaves a mark. This is a monumental discovery and one she enjoys exploring.

She has a great time and loves to change the colors every once in a while to keep it interesting. Of course, I think this means she is an artistic genius just like her sister Delaney.

Contemplating the direction for the piece. If you notice, a marker somehow slipped into her hands. I didn't take a picture of the "after" but needless to say her face, shirt and hands were as colorful as her paper.

Molly and the girls after their "makeovers".

Johnny's Birthday

We were lucky enough to share a beautiful Sunday afternoon with two of our favorite people to celebrate Johnny's birthday.

We had a delicious lunch made by Laura and then enjoyed some tasty treats.

Molly is yet to meet a cake that she doesn't like.

She really goes to town these days!

After chowing down, it was time to head out to enjoy the lovely day.

We all chose hats from Johnny's extensive collection and played a little ping-pong.

Things got a little more serious when we decided to play doubles, the red shirts versus the straw hats.

As you can see the "friendly" competition quickly became rather intense.

Then we tried on some "Halloween masks" that a friend had sent Johnny and Laura. At least that's what they claim.

Even Blue Dog got in on the action! Poor guy.