The newest Russell

Abby has been asking for a cat for years...so we finally gave in and got a little 8 week old kitten. The girls named him Gilbert. He weighs 2 pounds and is a ball of energy. The girls have not left him alone since we brought him home. Abby carries him around like he is a doll. Claire has not quite gotten the hang of how to hold him yet. I looked over and she had him around the neck carrying him around. It will be a miracle if the cat lives through Claire's toddler years. Ryan caught them swinging Gilbert through the air, Claire holding it's feet and Abby holding the arms, saying "1,2,3" and tossing him on the couch. He seems to be the perfect cat for us because he takes it all in stride and lets them do what they want. Notice that we got a boy cat, this was purposeful...Ryan refused to allow another girl in the house :). We did "lose" him for a couple of hours this afternoon. We eventually found him wrapped up in a blanket under the end table. He got smart and hid from the girls so he could get some peace and quiet!

The big 3-0!

This week is Christie's 30th birthday, so Manley had a surprise birthday party for her in Ft. Wayne. On the drive up to Ft. Wayne, I was trying to remember how long I have been friends with her. I met Christie in Mrs. Lyon's class in 5th grade. It makes me feel really, really old to think about the fact that I have been friends with her for 20 years!! I hardly have any memories from Mrs. Lyons's class on that Christie was not in. She's my girl and I love her to death!
Happy Birthday Christie!!

Cabin Fever

We have been getting a major case of cabin fever at our house. Warm weather cannot come fast enough! Lately we have been doing everything we can to get out of the house. Here are some of our recent outings...

The children't museum

Play time at the gym.

The park with Lainey.

Snuggle time in Abby's bed.