What's Cookin'?

Johnny and Bela LOVE playing in the kitchen. Well, playing/destroying, whatever you want to call it. This morning while we were making breakfast, I heard Sister start squawking in distress. When I looked over, this is what I saw:

Of course Johnny thought it was hilarious.

I Love Him

Sometimes this little guy is a lot to handle. He loves to dump out cereal, make messes, cracks eggs all over the kitchen, takes off to play in sprinklers, and get into all kinds of fun. But then there are times like these, when I walk into my room and Johnny is ready for bed and wanting to snuggle, where he is the world's most perfect kid.

He's all ready to read his Amelia Bedelia book

After reading we always sing songs together

Tonight was I Love to See the Temple

Story Time

The Provo library puts on a fabulous story time 3 days a week. Seriously, these people should win some kind of award for their dedication. Johnny and Bela are always in awe at the songs, stories, and puppets, it's very entertaining. We got there right when it started, so it was already packed and we ended up sitting further back than normal. I'll have to bring my camera again when we have better seats. We learned about the letter "J" today, which was so fun for Johnny, and we read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, one of his favorites.

Bela always starts dancing during the songs

There's a puppet show after the story that incorporates the letter the kids are learning about that day.

Johnny was waving to the jumping frog.

It is really so much fun, and something we look forward to every week!

More Mischief

The other morning Johnny decided he and Bela needed popsicles. Lots of them, apparently. Once I grabbed the box and started putting them back, Johnny took one and ran off. He came back empty-handed. When I asked him where the popsicle was, he just looked at me with that sweet face and said, "I put it away Mommy."

Of course he wouldn't give up his hiding place, and I didn't find it until the next day when I was putting him down for a nap. It was in his bed under the pillow. Thank GOODNESS he can't open them on his own and that nothing leaked out!

Cute Hats

We ventured out tonight to run a few errands.

Bela wore her pink hat

Johnny insisted on a baseball hat to keep him warm. I think he just wanted to be like his daddy.

On the way home this little one fell asleep. Brad brought her in and set her down on the couch, and she stayed asleep while the rest of us ate dinner. Such a cute little sweetheart.

Cuddling and Mischief

Johnny really loves being with his sister. Lately all I hear is "Come here Bela," as he's waving her towards him, or "Come play in the living room with me!" It's pretty cute. Yesterday after church Johnny wanted Bela to come sit with him while watching a movie on Dad's computer.

They were holding hands, well Johnny kept trying to anyway

Bela doesn't have as much interest in sitting still and watching something like her brother so she didn't last too long

This picture was taken this morning. I couldn't find Johnny for a while. When I found him he was in my room showing off his display of stickers. Apparently he has expensive taste.

We Couldn't Resist

I know Christmas is still over a month and a half away, but we really wanted to get our Christmas tree and ornaments out.

Johnny was very pleased he got to decide where to place his ornaments.

Sister was grateful Dad helped her so she wasn't left out of the action

Johnny wanted Bela in her high chair so they could get a picture together. Don't be worried she's in Johnny's old jammies, we still remember she's a girl.

Johnny is even more excited about the holidays this year than last, and it's been fun talking to him about Thanksgiving and Christmas. We're blessed to be able to see so much family in these next two months, and can't wait for some good food and fun!