in the backyard we can build a snowman

This week’s blog kicks off with “school” photos that can join the annals of Worst School Photos Ever. Which also puts them in the category of BEST School Photos Ever.

First we have 70’s swinger Steven.

Next up is stoned Amaya. Maybe hungover, too.

And then there’s Sammy. Poor Sammy. That face.

Many thanks to Megan for suffering through that process. And apologies in advance to my kids for showing these photos to everyone forever.

In happier news, Steven, Sammy and Amaya love Ring Around the Rosie. Sammy and Amaya keep saying, “All fall down.” It’s so cute.

We’re giving each other lots and lots of hugs and cuddles these days. Everyone is also learning to say, “all done,” when they’re ready for the hugs to stop.

This morning Amaya piled on Sammy for hugs and Steven had to join in on the fun.

This morning I got a text message from my friend Bethany to say that she and her trio and husband were going to the Novi Pet Show. I hadn’t heard about it but it was around the corner from our house so I made quick plans to check it out while Jason was in the office.

Checking out a snake.

Double the triplet fun!

Pony rides!! I didn’t expect to find pony rides but I couldn’t resist giving the kids a shot. Pony rides!!

Steven went first. He was totally unfazed by the whole thing. He calmly did his rounds with the handler.

I didn’t think Amaya would want to ride the pony because she’s pretty nervous around animals but she kept saying “pony! pony!” so Amaya got a turn, too. She did great, also!

Poor Sam Man wanted no part of it. In fact, this photo was when I was taking Amaya for her ride. When Amaya was finished Sammy said, “all done. car.” So he got his wish, too, and we went home.

As a side note, it’s definitely more difficult to get out and about in the cold. It was 28 degrees when we left the house this morning. I’ll be very happy if it doesn’t get any colder this winter.

Gearing up for Thanksgiving, the kids made some hand print art with their EI teachers. You can tell which is Sammy’s even without the names because he’s least likely to want paint on his hand. But he still makes a cute turkey!

We had a BIG family adventure this weekend! SNOW! I don’t like the snow and I don’t like the cold but getting to share a new experience with Steven, Sammy and Amaya almost makes up for the amount of snow that fell on Saturday.

In preparation, Jason picked up snow bibs and boots for everyone on Friday night. Good thing because we needed them!

Checking it out.

Miss Amaya didn’t let us put her down the entire time we were outside.

Daddy building a snowman with help from his boys!

We may just survive winter after all!

Today, because I couldn’t imagine getting everyone dressed for outside, I brought some snow inside. We tried this last winter, too, only now everyone knows it’s snow. “Snow. Snow.”

Grandma Sunshine came to visit on Tuesday and spent the night so she could join SSA at music class on Wednesday. We still love music class and, even if it doesn’t always look like it in the photos, there’s a nice amount of music time.

We were busy as always at school on Thursday.

Everyone still loves to color. Amaya remains the ring leader but, lately, crayons are out for our entire weekend.

When in doubt, pull out a big box. Endless entertainment!

For all of us!

Our big milestone of the week is the introduction of bowls. Everyone is, for sure, ready but I was looking for bowls I liked that were silicone, small and adhesive. We had chili on the menu which was the perfect food to start with.