Why oh, why?

Oh my Blogger friend, why will you not accept my photos???? The world wants to see the most adorable kiddos in all of their craziness and fun. Why is it that every time I attempt to upload sweet pictures of the Critters, you tell me it's a "bad request"??? These photos are not bad, they are good and cute and silly, and will make their families and friends smile! Don't worry world, I will keep trying. Until then, I will fill you in on life in Critterville.

As I mentioned, we got to have our precious Cailyn back on April 7, so her mommy and daddy could go to a very special doctor's appointment. I'm pretty sure they have told everyone what they are having, but just in case, I'll leave you guessing whether or not Cailyn is going to have a little brother or sister.....

The kids loved seeing Cailyn and she had a great time as well. It was like she never left! She is going to be such a good Big Sister - we can't wait!!

C.J. and Avery still have a love/love friendship, while Chance and Avery continue with their love/not so much love friendship. Luckily, Nevaeh gets along with everyone and is willing to join in any game whether it's playing baby dolls, ring around the rosey, or racing cars. It is awesome watching kids interact with each other, especially when they are in their own little world. They act like grown ups at times, and it's so darn hilarious! I wish I could have hidden cameras in the basement to capture all of their golden moments. I spend half of my days just laughing at them.

Here is a conversation I overhead Avery and Chance having the other day:
Avery: I love you Chance.
Chance: You do?
A: Yes
C: I don't love you.
A: Well, I love Cailyn then.

Some of the funny things Avery has been caught doing include, telling me to "take a picture of this Danielle" while she moons me! Sleeping with C.J.'s "blue checkered blankie" while he is at preschool (she misses him), and telling me when someone "breaks the law". She also enjoys randomly singing in a high pitched voice for long periods of time while she goes around in circles! Chance will often join in with her. They tend to make up songs or sing Twinkle, Twinkle.

They are all wonderful little helpers when it comes to taking care of Evan and Nolan. Chance can make them both smile and laugh, and is very caring with them.

They also love to sweep the floor -especially C.J. He continues to get sweeter every day. He has such a kind soul...unless you mess with his cars!

The kids are sweethearts and often demonstrate their good manners with me and with each other. I know I say this often, but they are all so smart! I enjoy my days more now, because I can sit down and have good conversations with them.

Nolan and Evan are getting acquainted quite nicely. Evan is becoming such a clown. He makes silly noises with his mouth and he knows he is funny. He loves to be-bop whether there is music or not. He definitely has good rhythm and may even become a famous musician someday. Nolan seems to love having all of the kids here. He receives a lot of love and affection from the big kids and seems to be more content throughout the day when we have a full house, versus it just being us. The one thing we need to work on, is Evan and Nolan both waking up in the afternoon at the same time, and both being hungry hippos! Don't worry, they both get their fill - after they've spent a few minutes screaming at me to hurry up!

Hopefully I can display all of our fun moments real soon....stay tuned!