Vacuum Cleaner Rides

I don't understand kids who are afraid of vacuum cleaners. Seriously. These kids are not going to be anywhere near roller coasters. I'm pretty sure Pip will be first in lines for the super dooper looper when he goes to Hershey.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5OPXddjgp8

Learning the hard way

Today Pip had a complete meltdown leaving Mom's Group. The boys had a blast throwing approximately 5,000 various toys, blocks, cars, and trains all over Liz's living room. (Dumping is a common theme for Pip, no doubt he had a part in instigating this).

As our time was coming to a close, the moms "suggested" that they clean up the toys. Not too much excitement about our suggestion. So we sweetened the pot and offered a video if they would clean up. Still no takers. As all the moms cleaned we warned the boys that failure to help would result in no video. Not impressed.

When there were two toys left on the ground Pip sauntered over and said he wanted to watch a video. I told him he lost his chance because he didn't clean up. Quick as a flash he grabs the only two toys left and picks them up. "Too little too late", I responded. It was pretty ugly after that. Here's Pip's recap to Daddy over dinner (and some other cute videos):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7t82ugAMVE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16MvovUVA2I

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl7JXQPE9WM

Mom's Group Easter

On Monday Susan hosted our Mom's Group for an Easter Egg hunt. We had about 3 minutes to hunt before the rain started. Luckily we have some very good hunters. Pip was not that excited to find eggs himself, once he saw Nick's "Flintstones" car. He had to be prodded to get out of it to find eggs. He was quite happy to eat the candy once inside, though.

Here are the kids just before letting loose in the backyard.

And Pip making a token effort.

And here's their explanation of the whole bunny thing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4IRPr3XmFQ

Trip to PA

We were home to PA this past weekend. What a fun trip. We got to celebrate Jen's b-day, look for bridesmaid dresses, and generally hang out.

Here, Pip makes pancakes with Grandpa and Vivie enjoys them.

After dinner we serenaded Aunt Jenny over some ice cream. Here's a video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pToggW4Wlg

Pip spent a good deal of time making sure the yard was ready for spring. Rest assured, it is now fully watered.

Later a game of soccer with Harry got a little rough (don't worry, it was only touch).

Pip and Dad discovered the hot tub. Gonna make you sweat-ta!

Sunday we spent at George's where Rhiannon and Pip continued to build a friendship. This involved joy-riding in a Mustang and bubbles, as all good friendships must.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHDBkuoQ-Gc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7v-qc0fyg8

A few videos

Here are some videos we've taken over the past few weeks but hadn't posted yet.

Pip chatting with Harry (in his head):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRJy8wSNihY

Pip "napping" -- first day without his soothie (pacifier) so all things considered not too bad:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBjNm4Ero6I

Vivian walking (assisted):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaJdVGQbrUQ

Pics around the house

I've been a little behind on the blog lately. All due to the fact that our laptop got a virus and crashed a few weeks ago and we can't do much in safe mode. Coming all the way up to the attic to work on the PC seems like such a chore.

Anyway, in the meantime Vivian has mastered the walker:



Pip was just cute with the blocks he's rediscovered.

Photographer Pip

Pip has started taking his own pictures. Here is a selection: