Pink and Orange Paper Cranes to Celebrate Darby Moira

This celebration of Darby's second birthday was perfect. We surrounded our DeeDee with the family we created, in the home she loves, with the colors that make her happy, and the treats that make her hyper. Kevin spent his free evenings folding cranes and brewing, while Peri planned the snacks. Such a delightful group on a beautiful (but windy) day!

Annual Toy Drive

Sweet Treats

2 Years of Darby Moira

The birthday girl on the run!

Fun with friends... 2-legged and 4-legged alike!

Snacking!

Happy Family

Teepee Time and Charlie

Friends!

Annual Birthday Brews

Loving the HBD song

Cake smash... aka face smash!

A 2 Year Old Darby!

Sugar and spice and all things sassy. Darby Moira is more than we could have ever dreamt, the easiest baby that has evolved into the spunkiest two year old. She may be small, well not compared to other two year olds, but she is fierce. She knows what she wants, asks for it freely, and we are confident she will grow up knowing that smart and strong are far more important than pretty... although she checks that box too with her blue eyes, chipped front teeth, and golden curls.

Darby Moira - 2 Years!

Darby 52/52 v2

Nothing like a dance party in the parking lot of Home Depot... What? You don't dance your booty off to pass the time while your Daddy buys parts for his latest project?

52 : 7 (part 5)

It is always nice to hear good things about your kids, and this email made Mama ugly cry... so proud of our sweet boy!

52 : 6 (part 5)

This week's share day was spring themed so Ewan took in a bouquet of daffodils. Later that day this picture came in to my inbox via the daily newsletter and the excitement and attitude on Ewan's face made me want to pinch his cheeks and hug him tight. Seeing pride on Ewan's face when he has accomplished something, like a creative share day item, is amazing.

Darby 51/52 v2

Everyday Darby's teachers write us little notes about her day. Common themes include her empathy, love of books, and constant contributions to the fun in the seahorse room. One of this week's notes is definitely our favorite so far... "She takes initiative with everything she does."

52 : 5 (part 5)

Since Ewan started soccer last year he has really loved playing with his "team", his friends at school, and in our backyard at home. This past weekend we took him to a San Jose Earthquakes game, thanks to Mama's work friends we got great box club seats on the field, and he loved the excitement of the game (so much he could not look at the camera), the cheers of the crowd, and the popcorn of the concession stands.