Zoo Fun

One of the greatest things about Steve's job is that he gets most of the national holidays off just like banks. It is fabulous. Every time the kids are out of school, he is off too. So, earlier this week on MLK day we were able to take a family trip to the zoo. The weather was great. There were no crowds. It was perfect.

We got to use the new wagon that the kids got for Christmas. It was perfect for the zoo! And they loved riding in it together.

All the animals were out and they were frisky too. Every single one was up close for the kids to see.

Ashton was not a fan of feeding the birds. Steve and I thought this was hilarious. We are such good parents. Baby cries and daddy laughs and mommy keeps snapping pictures. And let me tell you that I am chuckling to myself thinking about Ashton's reaction again.

We took a lunch break and Ash got to practice his new favorite pastime...dipping his food. In anything. I will spare you some of his recent combinations.

Snacktime

Emerson actually took a nap today. That means that Ashton and I had some time alone when he woke up from his nap. I gave him a snack in his room and we played and giggled and it was wonderful. He absolutely adores being around Emerson but he also lights up a little differently when he is alone with you. It was a precious part of my day.

Practice

Ashton is currently obsessed with brushing his teeth. Of course, he loves it because he wants to be just like Emerson.

In the car

This is how Emerson and Ashton have been riding in the car lately. Is it not precious? It makes my heart melt.

Please pardon the horrible pictures from my phone.

And this morning on the way in to school, they held hands the entire way. Both of them loved it. I know it won't be this way forever, but it sure is sweet now.

Sharing

Breakfast Today

Bed head

One of my many 2012 resolutions is to be more proactive about taking random pictures of my kids day-to-day. I won't always post a story to go with them because sometimes they don't need a story. And remember, this is my digital scrapbook. To me, pictures are the most important part.

So, for today I leave you with this sweet little boy just up from his nap.