Mad Skills

Well, I don't want to brag too much but . . . Reggie has started jumping. That's right he isn't even two and he can catch some air. He started jumping the other day and is so thrilled with himself that he'll jump all day long. He takes a few leaps through the air and then stops to allow time for applause. I'm fairly impressed because it took Peyton a long time to get both of her feet off the ground. Here's our little athlete in action -- the really good, catch-some-air jumps are towards the end of the clip:

Peyton Lee is the Big Three!

On August 23rd, as promised, Peyton turned 3! We can hardly believe it. She had her very first birthday party -- inviting her neighbor friends. We celebrated it Cinderella style -- which lipgloss, fingernail polish, and sparkles. The best part was the Peyton's Auntie Keri was in town and got to celebrate with us. She is the party helper extrordinare. Poor Reggie was overwhelmed with all the females running around -- but since he rather likes the ladies -- it seemed he managed. Dada has already promised Reggie that his birthday will be all man --- rootbeer and boxer shorts!
Peyton loved every minute of it -- the girls played, waded in our little pool and of course opened presents. Her cake was once again a Kitty Cat Cake carefully created by Mama. This year's cat was all chocolate. Peyton's Great Grandparents, Grandparents and friends all were there to celebrate.
The day after her birthday we headed out to Granny Ruthie's for more partying! Peyton had an excellent birthday there too. Auntie Tracey was there and brought a fabulous Cinderella dress, gloves, purse and of course a tiara. Peyton had lots of fun playing hide and go seek with her friends, and eating Granny's excellent meal. It may take a few days to recover from all the festivities. But I know, Peyton can't wait for her next birthday!

Cinderella's Magic Spell

We've recently fallen under the spell of Cinderella. Well, more specifically, Peyton has. We have the nightgown, the plastic heels, the dress, and of course the tiara. For Peyton's upcoming birthday (August 23rd) she's getting the beautiful blue ball gown that Cinderella was wearing when she met Prince Charming. I asked Peyton the other day who Cinderella was dancing with. I said, "Is it Prince Charming." Peyton replied, "Noo," as though I had made a ridiculous suggestion. "Then who is she dancing with?" I asked. "Her Daddy." Peyton said. How sweet! The magic spell of Cinderella is that beautiful little girls dance with their daddys -- which is just how Daddy likes it and hopes it will stay!

Peyton and Reggie at Play

Finally, our two little ones are big enough to play together. It is wonderful to hear them in the other room --- until the arguing starts! The most important word Peyton has taught her little brother is "Mine!" which echoes throughout the house all day long. I can't say I blame the two of them. Reggie seems to be drawn to whatever Peyton is holding --- if only long enough to annoy her. What can you do with little brothers.