Another One "Bites" The Dust

Well, tooth #2 came out today. It was so very loose (almost laying sideways) and she said the only way it was coming out was with a "knuckle sandwich" -- a very common joke between her and Daddy. To which she "bit" daddy's knuckles and out came the tooth! This one did not bleed nearly as bad, and it is comical watching her continually looking in the mirror and feeling for her lost teeth.

The tooth fairy did visit us last night, and hopefully she can find her way back tonight. Did I mention that she is growing up too fast?

Grandpa Ringger is Back In Action

If you grew up in the Ringger household and you had a loose tooth, you knew what was going to eventually happen, Dad would pull it. Whether you were ready for it, or not. Well, tonight Carlie got to experience what we all went through. Carlie's two bottom teeth have been sooooo loose that they nearly laid sideways in her mouth -- they were ready to come out. And tonight, Grandpa Ringger got his hand on one of them and out it came! Carlie was very brave, and didn't even cry (I vividly remember crying with each tooth Dad pulled...I secretly was very impressed with her courage...). Although the amount of blood surprised not only Carlie, but me. I knew it would bleed, but I wasn't prepared for the amount of blood. Did I mention I am not good with blood? Anyway, the bleeding stopped very quickly and now my daughter has one less tooth. We wrote a note to the tooth fairy and she awaits for her cash to arrive. I know Carlie is growing up - I accept that fully, but to see her missing teeth, well...it pulls on my heart strings in a different way. My BABY isn't really a BABY any more. Ouch, reality hurts a little sometimes :)

Queen Stella

Since my sister isn't nearly as attentive to the world wide web as her husband, I took it upon myself to take many pictures of Queen Stella today. She was an absolute doll baby. So good, that I spent most of the night trying to convince Jeff that maybe we should "have just one more." To that he responds, "neither of our girls was that good, and you know it!" He's right. I must admit - when Queen Poopy Pants did her business that afternoon, it was quite nice to pass her onto Ginger. Your baby, your poop. Huh. I like this aunt thing, lots! I can't wait until the next time I can hold her and kiss her, and that feeling is quadrupled by my girls. Ginger just needs to give us the green light, and we'll be there. See you soon Queen Stella!

Kiddie St. Patrick's Day Party (Belated..)

Another year of our Kiddie St. Patrick Day Party, complete with sugar cookie Shamrocks and green Kool Aid (the real stuff...with LOTS of sugar)! We made green projects, ate corn beef, sauerkraut and rye bread and washed it all down with key lime pie! Not to mention a Guinness or two. It is so fun for my kids to celebrate my most favorite holiday with me. Carlie only asked 164 times what time people were coming over for the party. I love it! I can't wait until next year, maybe baby Stella will want to join in on the fun!! Notice Lucy's PURPLE dress...two sizes too big, and a bit out of place with all the green don't you think? Well, that was her third outfit of the party. First was an adorable Irish T-shirt with khaki capri's (mommy approved), then came the ND cheerleading outfit (okay, not green, but Irish in any event) and then some time when I wasn't looking the dress got put on (obviously, NOT mommy approved). Note to self - next year - pictures before the party gets going!

My Boyfriend's Back

Lucy received her "jazz costume" today. They are dancing to My Boyfriend's Back with lots of "boogie woogies" and "scoop, shuffles." Lucy was very excited because she got one of the pink sequin skirts. The other color was blue - which was equally cute, but pink is a premium in our house! Her tap costume is a ridiculous Shirley Temple polka dot dress. Over the top, but the girls just love it. Tell me, how again did I get the girls and Lacey the boys? Oh - that's right, God has a sense of humor.

Bead Projects

Grandma Barb keeps my girls busy during the days by "bead projects." I don't even want to estimate the hours they sit at the table putting together tiny little beads to make shapes. After this process, Grandma Barb irons the beads, which melts them into little things. Carlie has acquired quite the collection (these don't include the ones that have broke and made it to the trash). Her most recent creation included her Aunt Lacey and Uncle Jerome (look Jerome, you have hair!). I thought it was ingenious and just too darn cute not to share.

God's Picture After The Rain

Today we had a brief storm pass through New Haven. Times like those, I am thankful for our basement. The girls are easily distracted by some cartoons and we are all safe. The storm did not last long, and afterwards gave us a "picture in the sky" as Lucy put it at prayer time. Rainbows really are beautiful, and no matter how old I get I get the same excitement each time. It's a gentle reminder of who holds the world in his hands, isn't it?

Disney On Ice

So much fun. Sometimes it is so much fun having kids. Today we went to Disney on Ice, and the as Carlie explained it (in her words) - "Mommy, it was just too much fun." She was right! We got to see The Lion King, Ariel, Peter Pan and Lilo Stitch skate around and act out their stories. I want each parent out there to note the Ariel Goblet Snow Cones the girls are holding. $12.00 each. No joke. And this was one of the cheapest things I could talk them into! It is no wonder we can't afford Disney! The girls had fun, but crashed and burned once we got home. Busy, but very fun day for all. I just remembered to "spring forward" with our clocks. Ughh...that will make church tomorrow just a bit harder to get up for. Now looking forward to that one. I'm sure the girls will be just peachy in the morning....NOT.

Lucy's BFF - Delaney

Introducing....Delaney. Lucy took a liking to Delaney the first day of preschool. I have a strong inkling it had something to do with her gorgeous long hair. An added bonus is that Delaney is in Lucy's Wednesday morning dance class as well. This week I invited Delaney and her mother to McDonald's for a little lunch date after dance, and Lucy and Delaney were just too funny. I am still having a hard time of wrapping my mind around the idea of Lucy having a friend, separate and individual than Jeff or I. But it's happening. My babies are growing up, and I can't do anything to stop it.