Three is old enough

to do the laundry:

Budding Musicians

The girls are very versatile with their instruments, they can switch:
Can you tell what instruments they are playing?

The girls found the curlers

So, of course, we had to curl their hair. There is a big difference from the last time I tried. I can put lots of curlers in now. However, the girls weren't especially patient and wanted the curlers out before their hair dried completely. As a result, the back of Cora's hair didn't curl at all. Ruby's hair is much thinner, dried faster, and had a lot more curl:


Just after I took the curlers out

The end results

Ruby's hair was very cute for a very short time. Alas, she has my hair and no curl lasts long.

Cute Nativity Set for Kids

I know Christmas is only two days away, but a friend of mine found this darling nativity:

http://catholicicing.blogspot.com/2009/12/diy-printable-nativity-for-kids.html

You can print out all the pieces, color and cut them out, then use toilet paper/paper towel rolls to make them all stand. It's cute, and kids can play with it without worry. :)

P.S. My girls absolutely LOVE it!

New 'do

After I braided Cora's hair, she pulled the braids in front of her eyes and asked if she could have it like that. I suggested above her eyes so she could still see, she was fine with that. Ruby wanted hers the same way, of course.

"Take my picture like this, Mommy"

Ruby Watching

Hidden amongst the needles of the Christmas branch you may find, if you are lucky, the elusive creature commonly known as the Ruby, officially the Rubonicus blondus. Often clothed in colors to blend into her surroundings, she can be difficult to spot. It takes practice and patience. The effort is well worth the results when you are able to spot the Ruby. Here is one of the rare snapshots of the Ruby, so you will know what to watch for: