Snow is here!

We can't remember the last time that snow arrived before Thanksgiving and it was quite a surprise - especially with how much we got. The kids really liked playing in it, and Chloe stayed snuggly warm with her new coat from Great Grandma Gable.

 Hi Dad

Cozy warm

Family bday dinner

Chloe's actual birthday fell in the middle of the week, so we had a nice quiet afternoon at home and then had a low-key pizza dinner with Papa and Grandma Gable and enjoyed some present opening.

Chloe is motoring around quite well the last few weeks, scaling the furniture as she gets her stable legs.

We just love her big grins!

 Birthday outfit from Fehler's

 Check out my standing

 Here I come!

What's this - big brother really liked to help 

Double C B-Day Party - Chloe and Charlotte

How is it that a year has already passed since our little girl came into this world. It has been a very busy year and so exciting to watch her change right before our eyes. For the birthday bash, we decided to do a joint party with Miss Charlotte Kusak who was born just three days after Chloe and are kindred spirits. In fact, at each of their check-ups, they continue to fall within oz. of each other and practically dead on with their other stats.

The party took place at the Bellevue Gymboree and was lots of fun. I'm not sure Chloe loved all of the activities - we need to get her in a class, as she seemed uncertain of the equipment. The other kids had a great time, the big brothers thoroughly loved running around and the grandparents had fun watching.

Ready to start the party

The girls waiting for their friends

Big brother is so excited

   

Hanging out with Charlotte and Charlotte

Taking it all in

Enjoying the roller

Here they go - grandparents watching

Charlotte - the birthday girl

Not so sure

Hi Gymbo

Peek-a-boo

Avery Cohen with mom Courtney

Parachute time - Owen, Melissa, Grandma B and Lucy

Hey - where's the cake?

Happy birthday to you!

 Loving the cupcake - and the frosting, too

The big boys digging in

 Playing tricks on mommy

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