What a cold and frosty winter we have had! No snow to speak of here in Tennessee, but we have been housebound all the same with extremely low temperatures and few places to take two energy-filled kids. We have filled our days with play dates and dinners with friends to break up the mundane of frigid mornings and early afternoon sunsets.
Siena has been enjoying her Rudolph, in case she hasn't told you. Christmas has not ended for her so she can still be found singing Christmas carols and watching Christmas movies. It just seems too harsh to tell these bright eyed little ones that it's only appropriate one month a year, especially when we want them to take the spirit of Christmas into the rest of the year.
Siena can accurately identify all of her letters and has recently started writing her name. She has been a big help in the kitchen during these colder months and has helped rolling out homemade noodles and with several meals.
Carson has changed so much in just a few months. He puts his hands behind his head like a big kid who is contemplating something. He thoroughly enjoys playing hide-and-seek, although he does more giggling and giving away of hiding spots. When he can't play with a group, he will play by himself to create a smile from anybody who will pay attention.
It appears Carson will have excellent teeth, like his sister, with his current enthusiasm for teeth brushing. He plays well by himself and he too enjoys puzzles and building blocks, just like Sissy. I am sure he will become his own person one day but right now, he enjoys being Siena's shadow. And they get along splendidly!
