In like a LION, out like a lamb...

Marin loves to swing ('Wheee as she would say!) The kid can spot a swingset from a mile away and will scream until you take her there. So, it was to our great delight when our generous neighbors gave us their Little Tikes swingset. Many hours (already) have been spent pushing her in this little swing. I guess it's the simple pleasures in life that are the best! Wheeee!

Let it snow, sista!

After being snowed in (under about 3 feet of snow) at Christmastime in Nebraska, this 'dusting' of Texas snow wasn't terribly exciting for us, but we had to get bundled up and check it out anyway. What's cuter than a kid who can barely move in her outerwear? I was very clever and left Marin's snow pants and boots in Nebraska since it NEVER snows in Texas! :0)

Pee

This was Marin's first official pee-pee in the potty! Need I say more?

Happy Valentine's Day!

Flowers from a very special boy named Daddy!

"Step back, Parker. These roses are all mine!"

Marin loves her new rolling pony and stroller!

The balloon was actually a bigger hit than the toys...go figure!

Just like Daddy

Jason's dad did a side-by-side comparison of Marin and Jason at 18 months. Their facial features are almost identical!
Nice duds, Jason! You were as cute then as you are now!

18 months old

If you look closely, you can see Marin sporting her FOUR new molars. We can't wait until the teething gig is behind us. Let me take this opportunity to say, "Thanks for your help, Motrin."

On a side note, this cute little 'm' tee was made by one of my friends at Petite Pineapples. Check out her blog petitepineapples.blogspot.com for cute t-shirts, skirts, pillow dresses, tu-tus, etc.

Good Earth Day School

There's a great little farm school near where we live that invites the public in to pet and feed their animals for a couple of bucks. I think it's the best deal around as it speaks to my farm girl/teacher background. They have a little daycare and preschool where they teach the kids about raising animals, planting a garden, cooking healthy meals, etc. Marin loved our outing until one of the over-friendly sheep decided to nibble on more than just the pellets she was feeding him! The horse with no teeth was more her speed...

Miss Piggy with a Pigtail!

Marin loves her new piggy pajamas and she tolerated a pigtail for these three pictures before yanking it out!

Ain't nothin' like greyhound

Our friends rescued this greyhound, Nevada, years ago. He was a racing dog and after he 'retired' from his racing career, he had to find a suitable home. He won the jackpot until these toddlers came into his life! Thanks for being such a gentle boy, Nevada!

Texas Memorial Museum

We took a weekend outing with our friends to the Texas Memorial Museum. It was a chilly day, so it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Here's Marin with her main man, Oliver.

Marin loves balls, so naturally this spinning globe was a hit!

Being silly with Oliver....

Checking out fish fossils with Daddy.

Extreme Fun

We escaped the cold and played indoors (with 100 other families that had the same idea) at an 'inflatable wonderland.' It was fun until a ten-year old jumped on Marin in the foam pit! Oh well, it's tough to be one. Despite getting clobbered, a good time was had by all!

Morning Paper and Coffee, er Milk

Marin took a little break from her breakfast this morning to read the local ads to find a deal. :) What a great bargain shopper!

A spoonful of sugar...

Little Miss Independent began feeding herself at 17 months! She's so proud of herself.....Mommy and Daddy are very proud too!