Some Disneyland Pictures

We decided to take the girls to Disneyland for their birthdays, and we've just blown back into town. Whew! It was a ton of fun, but also very exhausting! Since we were already taking advantage of another deal, the girls didn't get free admission on their birthday. However, you can still choose to get a ticket for another day (within a year), a fastpass for the day, or a gift card in the amount of admission. We went for the gift card so that the girls could pick out some birthday goodies. They got birthday buttons with their names on them, and every employee wished them a Happy Birthday. Plus, they got some special recognition on certain rides. The pilot for the Nemo submarine had everyone wish a Happy Birthday to "Radical Rachel" and "Sharkbait Charlotte." They were a bit overwhelmed by the crowds and all there is to see, but soon overcame it. They were also very adventurous! They are right at 40" tall, which meant that they could ride most of the rides in both parks. They rode the smaller rides, of course, but also rode rides like the Matterhorn (where the "Eddie" lives), and Big Thunder Mountain. They got to meet Tinkerbell and Silvermist which, to them, was HUGE! They've also become quite the Tiki Room afficionados. I think it's safe to say that it was a birthday to remember. More pictures coming soon!

March for Babies

It's that time of year again. The March of Dimes March for Babies is upon us. As most of you know, Charlotte and Rachel were born prematurely (as many twins are), and received excellent care in the NICU at Doctor's Medical Center in Modesto. The March of Dimes helps to make this excellent care possible, especially for those born much earlier than we were. We'd be so grateful for any donation you're able to give, as we continue to pay it forward! Every little bit helps. Just click on the widget in my sidebar for more information.

A Cavalcade of Cute

I have such crafty friends. Two of my friends are taking their craftiness to new heights by opening their own Etsy shops. Please do visit and browse.

Jen's Etsy shop is currently filled with these wonderful word art pieces. You can also get a custom piece made.


Donavan and Lacey have been hard at work on darling dresses and handmade bags. Summer dresses are a must for us, so of course we love these.

Family Visit

My parents whisked the girls away for a nice visit with their great aunts and uncles. Apparently, we spend most of our time hanging out with our Aunt Gail! I've been assured that the girls were on their best behavior at Uncle Bill's house. That's always a good thing for a parent to hear. Now can everyone come to my house for an extended stay, since they seem to be on their best behavior for YOU?

In 365 news, I'm throwing in the towel. It's just been too hard keeping up with the daily photo. However, keep checking Flickr for more photos, as I will continue to take them--just not on a day-to-day basis.

This is hard, people!

This whole 365 business is hard work--especially when life gets very busy. I'm trying my darndest to keep up with it. All is well with the Rawlings family. I will try to include some more updates on our goings-on more often.

Snow.

Can it, Butler!

Project 365 is now up to date, thanks to Sabrina's relentless badgering.

First Trip to the Dentist's Office

The girls had their first trip to the dentist today. Well, their first trip to the hygenist. Dr. Boothe wasn't in yet, so they didn't get to meet him. They got to meet Jessica, our hygenist. She is outstanding with kids, and had so much fun showing them all of the things she was going to use. "Mr. Thirsty" was definitely a favorite. Both girls did very, very well and Mom and Dad even got kudos for taking good care of their teeth. The girls each got a lizard toy from the treasure chest, followed by bracelets from Jessica. I think she wanted them to have something 'girly' to go with their lizard.

I like to delegate...

I'm still letting all of the photos do the work. Head on over to 365, why don't you?

Day 32

Day 32, originally uploaded by sjoprice24.

We got some nice weather today, so we decided to have a play in the strip park behind our house. The smart people who lived there before us put in a gate so that we can just pop back there anytime we feel like it! I just wish it was a nicer park. It's been tagged quite a bit and is rather old. The girls don't seem to care.

Who has two thumbs and finished her first month of Project 365? This girl!

Precious Girl

photo by Donavan

Isn't she cute? And you know the neat thing? I've got another one just like her!

Lip-Smackin' Good

Thanks to Sabrina and her party favors, my girls now need a 12-step program for Lip Smacker addiction. Also of note, a rarely-seen Charlotte phenomenon--Wii Eyes.

More Video! Can you stand it???

The girls learned some cute poems/songs for their Christmas program, and we had videotaped them performing in our living room. Our stubborn camcorder won't let go of them, so I thought I'd make some new recordings.

Bedtime Tickles

One of the perks of a dad with a mustache.

Day 13

Double kisses at bedtime.

Day 10

Day 10, originally uploaded by sjoprice24.

You can't tell it by the picture, but there was actually some sunshine today! Hey! Backyard! We remember you!

Day 7

Day 7, originally uploaded by sjoprice24.

Buck up, Ted...YOU don't have to clean the playroom.



I won't be posting all of the 365 photos, but you can see them by clicking on the link to the right.

Day 4

Day 4, originally uploaded by sjoprice24.

Off to ride bikes on a sunny day.

And we're back!

We are trying this again...

Day 1, originally uploaded by sjoprice24.

Alright, I mean it this time. I'm going to do a 365 photo set. Let's DO this thing!

Four little girlies, all in a row...

Everyone was over here this evening for the weekly game night. Here are the girls watching A Bug's Life in the playroom. I'm not sure what Kara Mae is showing Charlotte, but I think we all had teeth full of Cheetos and marshmallows. Rachel is Rachel, with her bow askew. And Maddie is gnawing on...something. Aren't they sweet?

Christmas.

We all had a wonderful Christmas, and I promise I'll share pictures soon. Right now, I'm just too full of sugar cookies, fudge, and Razzleberry pie to produce anything terribly coherent. I'll leave you with some Christmas Eve pictures.

We left some cookies for Santa...

...basking in the warm glow of a major award.


Merry Christmas!

Tag

Donavan tagged me, so here goes:

1) Choose the 4th folder where you store your pictures on your computer

2) Select the 4th picture in the folder

3) Explain the picture

4) Tag 4 people to do the same

NO CHEATING! (cropping, editing, etc!)


note: both the 4th and 5th folders only had one picture in them, so I moved to the 6th folder and found a 4th picture. It's probably a sign that I need to consolidate some photos!
Here are the girls last Thanksgiving in Mariposa--they're watching the older twins in the family, Sawyer and Riley, ride their bikes with their brother. We were all dressed for our Christmas photo, which we take on Thanksgiving.


I'm getting several terse "Why haven't you updated your blog????" comments of late. I promise I'll get right on that! In the meantime, you may want to note that we've added a new friend to our list on the sidebar. Go make friends with the Bacas and their new baby Maggie, who is really too cute for words.