Let's Dance

Clean Teeth

Santa brought new toothbrushes!! The kids love to brush their teeth/suck on their toothbrushes, and they all got a bit worn out -so new ones were needed!
Look at that bright smile.

Can't forget the tongue.

Just the boys today.

Zoo Lights

Potty Time!

Potty Time...Oh what fun! C.J. has been going on the big potty for some time now, but today he came wearing BIG BOY UNDERWEAR! Cailyn and Avery have started showing interest in using the potty as well, and brought their new pull-ups!
Big Girls!

Just a shot of Chance trying to hitch a ride on the horse.

Santa Suver

This morning we had a fun surprise from the Suver's; Legos, baby dolls, strollers, and fake food to go with our kitchen set! They had an absolute blast playing with everything. They almost forgot to eat their breakfast!
Attack Nanny Dani!!!! I was trying to get pictures of the kids, so I thought it would be nice to get down to their level, but the moment I sat down, they attacked!

Cailyn had her hair in a cute spout this morning, but she took it out. Nice style Cailyn.

More attacking!!

Avery, please come and help me!

We've got you now Nanny Dani.

Oops. Cailyn fell over the bricks.

Avery made a little chair out of the bricks. They're so innovative aren't they?

I'm playing babies with the girls, and when I turn around, Chance has the duck hamper on his head. Whatta nut!

The Nutcracker, starring, Gabrielle Raab!!

Gabrielle performed in the Nutcracker on Sunday along with a group from the Cincinnati Ballet and another group from Toledo, Oh. She was a Cinnamon Chef and a Ginger - something (I'll have to locate my program :) She did AWESOME!!! We're so proud of you Gabrielle. Again, we have a fuzzy picture (what is it with that camera??), but we have the whole Raab clan minus Maggie. Next to Landen is his girlfriend Kate. (They wouldn't let us take pictures during the performance, but the costumes Gabrielle got to wear were really cute). In case you're wondering, the background is Batesville High School - where Brandon and I went to school. Go Bulldogs!

Welcome Nevaeh!

And one makes 5! Nevaeh joined Ritter's Critters today, and had a great time making new friends. She'll be joining us two mornings a week. The picture is a little blurry - Brandon dashed downstairs, decided at that time to take a picture, and left for work without previewing the final product. O'well. Nevaeh was so excited, she decided to do some cheers. Avery's in the back, getting the dance music lined up, while C.J. gets ready to learn the new Ritter's Critters cheer.

YAY!!

Asleep in the middle of the floor amidst noise galore. That boy was tired!

We Must Release Our Energy!!!!

With the colder weather upon us, we've been cooped up in the basement, and everyone decided that we needed to run! It wasn't too chilly today, and everyone was bundled (although they all had to eventually rip their mittens off. What is it with kids taking off socks and gloves when it's cold??)

Just catching up on pictures

CJ and Chance browsing through the Sears Wishlist book.Hmm, I think this toy may be the one.
CJ and Chance both agree that they found the "one"!

We can't wait for Santa!!!!

Hanging out with Nemo and crew.

Our first snowfall this season. If you look very closely, or click on the picture, you'll actually see the flakes...I promise I didn't make it up!

Chance was minding his own business, trying to relax, and along come the girls and plop right on down. Snuggle Time!!

Avery's new do.

Silly Sick Bugs

All of my charges are out today due to illnesses ): This means, I will be sanitizing the entire basement, pack-n-plays, and anything else I can think of so they can come back and be healthy!!

Get Well Avery

Avery, we sure do miss you around here. Get over that bug, and come play with us!

Lounging and Painting