Day Old Snowman

They built him in a hurry because they knew we were going to have another warm snap. It's been the oddest winter here, just dustings of snow with only one medium-sized dumping. Jacky, our snowman friend, named by Oliver, lived for just a day and then he melted away. And so we wait for more of that white, fluffy goodness. I just know it's coming.

The Family Gathers 'Round

They arrive right on the birth day of each child, these grandparents who always do it right. Parties are often dated whenever it works best for all involved but when it comes to family, you can count on them to gather 'round to make the turning of a new number special.