A Walk on the Wild Side

This morning we packed up our little family and visited Savannah's rescued animals at Oatland Island Wildlife Center. How great it was to be outdoors for the better part of a day. Walking the trails allowed us some light exercise as we filled up on fresh air and enjoyed God's clever creations. Piper is indeed speaking cow in this 2nd photograph. Also in the 7th photo down, it is difficult to see, but there are 2 cougars in the upper left hand corner (no, not old single women)

Party in Your Tummy! (stole that from a clementine sticker)

This is a scrumptious pesto and fontina sandwich at my new favorite hang out, Back in the Day Bakery. After Piper and I devoured a few bites, we decided it's deliciousness was worthy of a snap shot before the whole thing took residence in our bellies. This little bakery has excellent coffee, treats, and sandwiches, but they are famous for their Old Fashioned Cupcake. Yum! They even have bowls full of retro cupcake toppers, which is where the ballerina came from.

Piper quietly entertained herself for almost 2 hours of coffee time with a new friend. What an incredible little girl she is. Although, we've certainly had our moments, I feel beyond blessed to have such a bang-up kid.

Beach Day!

What beautiful, warm weather we've been having. We've been meaning to take a trip to the beach, so yesterday we traveled 25 minutes to Tybee Island. We have been informed by the locals, that Tybee beaches are the nicest around here, and we were not disappointed. We spent the day making sand castles with Piper and watching Pelicans swoop down into the ocean. Broc and I agreed that we could get used to this lifestyle for awhile.

Fairy Dust

Pipes and I are reading Peter Pan. My mom gave me this edition which was created in the 1950's. I do love the original Disney movie, but the illustrations in this book are just whimsical. Piper is fascinated with the idea of fairy dust. So much so that I'm afraid she might take a leap of faith someday. Lets hope it is just off her

bed.

Piper is just getting over a cold, which means, we haven't been out much. I am so looking forward to getting outside and visiting with friends now that she is well.

Despite my boredom, being indoors has benefited my project procrastination. I made this little curtain to cover the fireplace in Piper's play room. There are four fireplaces in our house and none of them are working. This one now serves as toy storage.

Our good friends Micah and Patty have a handsome new addition. Welcome Collin, we can't wait to meet you!

Story Time

I did it! I figured out how to make my photos BIG without effecting the quality. It is probably something silly easy for a nerd like my husband, but hot dog, it's an accomplishment for me!
I wish you all could come with Piper and I to story time at our local library. Kids from ages 0 to 3 years meet in a pastel "play house" in the corner of the children's section. Piper LOVES story time and I love to take her, because the children are hilarious! Story lady reads three to five toddler appropriate books, but sings and dances in between. The 2 and 3 year olds sing each song with all the vigor and zeal they can muster from their tiny little diaphragms. Piper, of course is the exception. She will clap with a nervous grin throughout the singing, but if some baby gets in her way while a story is being read, well watch out baby.
This week we are practicing with scissors (plastic, don't worry) and working on valentines.

Just a Typical Day

It's been awhile, yes I know. I have been slacking on the blog front, but I bring many fun snap shots to make up for it. Allow me to narrate.

This is the most fun ever!

This is the worst. Fix my chalk so we can get back to most fun.

Let's mess up the neighbors sidewalk art.

They'll never know it was me...

Chalk on my face? Shut it down.

Run

They'll never catch me.

Peace offering. Bubbles!

1, 2, 12, 29... phew

Leave it to the professionals, Baby.

At least 36 more under dogs, Mom.

back in the swing of things, 2011 style

So, the holidays have come and gone. What is that you say? Is it time to tackle potty training? Is it time to lose the bedtime pacifier? Is is time to start job hunting? I made this lovely list of "things to do when we get home." Now, *sigh* as it stares me in the face, I already feel tired and defeated. Where do I even begin, folks? What have I gotten myself into!?