these days the couch cushions in the basement are a constant source of fun for all three kids.  They love to pile them, jump in them, crawl under them.  Grant too! 

 aren't boxes wonderful things?

 a Saturday in our house...the place turned into a boat or train, with all of the beach towels and kids' blankets spread out.  and then Sierra and Ethan each took a backpack of "activities" (one had markers and a notebook, the other kid had trucks :) ) and went to separate corners of the boat while they sailed.  and then it was silent. ;)

 watching for the bus to come!

 he LOVES helping me bake these days

 Andre's parents and sister made a last minute trip up for a half a weekend a few weeks ago. 

 Sierra has started to read!!

 and we have a walker! and he is quite delighted with this new accomplishment!