Sunny Days Bring Lots of Play !!

Last Thursday we had a wonderful experience at a park (new to us) in the town where Claire, Chloe, and Chris now live. The girls had been there several times but we had not, and we were really in for a treat. It was so clean and fresh and beautifully maintained. The girls enjoyed the slides and met some new friends that came after we had been there for a while.

After playing for a time we stopped for a yummy picnic lunch. Chloe, who is now the best eater of the twins, really chowed down. Their roles have reversed some because at a younger age, Chloe was not interested in many foods, but now she has turned the corner, and Claire has taken on the role of a little more "selective" eating. Claire's basic choices aren't really so bad...if you always include string cheese, carrots, and apples you will do OK. Both girls love beans and rice too, so overall they are doing fine.



Chloe and Claire seem to make friends very quickly and comfortably. When another family group of cousins arrived with another sweet little "Claire" in their group, our girls immediately began interacting with them. The older children in the group included and encouraged Claire and Chloe to try some new things.


After some more play time we went for a walk down a beautiful nature trail. Here we are stopped looking at a daffodil garden (blooms are gone) that was created in memory of a girl named Molly. After reading the plaque inscription the questions came......

The only disappointment of the entire time at the park was when Chloe found out after we read the sign, that you were not allowed to throw rocks into the creek/waterfall. She was crushed. Mike reports that you can give them a pile of rocks and a creek and they will play forever, picking up, sorting and throwing rocks. Pretty simple entertainment.

Back at the house, Chris welcomed us back with his precious smiles and "talk". What a chatterbox he has been the last few days. He is discovering his voice and using it!

Chloe and Claire ready for school on Friday.

Chris, in the jumper for the first time. Of course the chatter stopped when the camera started.

Nonie Kathy and I worked as a team again one day this week. Here Chris is showing off and holding his own bottle.

Playtime outside again......

They marched up the driveway and back.

Enjoying their mid-morning snack with Papa.

All in all, it was a fun filled week. We are so fortunate to be able to spend time with our grandchildren. A blessing that we do not take for granted!