The Kitchen

Lola and Grandpa got the girls a play kitchen for Christmas. We set it up early because we knew how much they would enjoy it...and they love it! Thanks Lola and Grandpa. It keeps them busy and out of trouble :)

Addison is testing out the oven mitt.
Gracie loves watermelon, even if it is fake!

Addy is going to be a wonderful chef someday!

Gracie is getting ready to put something in the oven.

Thanksgiving in Seattle

The girls went on their third airplane ride to Seattle for Thanksgiving. (They were angels of course...already pros on the plane). We got to spend the holiday with Lola and Grandpa Sochulak, Auntie Vanessa, Auntie Jill, and little Nico. The girls enjoyed meeting their cousin for the first time, as Gary and I enjoyed meeting our nephew for the first time! The weather was great while we visited...only lightly rained one day and then the day we were leaving! It was very nice hanging out with the family while the girls showed off all of their tricks. It was unfortunately a quick trip and hard to say good-bye. Until next time...

Daddy and Gracie hangin' out.
Addison is ready to tackle the cold weather!

The girls got to go to the Seattle Aquarium and saw lots of neat fish. They make a cute jelly-fish!

Gracie was testing out Nico's pappasan chair. Makes you realize how big they are and how fast they grow up! :(

Our newest nephew and cousin Nico...snug as a bug in a rug!

Lola and Grandpa gave them babies to play with...they are mommys already!

The cutest picture! Addison with her cousin Bella.

Gracie, your sweet smile can make anyone happy.

Addy looking awfully content.

Addison, Gracie and Nico. Nico is tired from those energetic girls!

Sisterly Love!

I caught Gracie showing some love for her sister. I had to share these with you all! You know, having twins can be tough sometimes, but it can sure have its benefits. I look forward to witnessing their special bond throughout their life...

Apple Hill

A Fall favorite if you live in our area is Apple Hill. It's all about the apple ranches where you can find delicious apple cider, apple pie, caramel apples, the list goes on and on. The girls had a great time visiting all the orchards, especially since they were with their Auntie Lisa and her friend Christine from Georgia. We plan on going back every year and making it a fall family tradition!

Here are the girls at our first stop...Abel's Apple Acres.
Gracie really wanted to drive the golf cart taxi. Scary thought seeing them behind the wheel!

Addison is having a ball joking with Auntie Lisa.

Gracie wanted to join the fun too!

Gracie was playing peek-a-boo with Auntie Lisa.

Addison has discovered how to stick her tongue out back and forth like a lizard. Not sure where she learned it, but it is quite funny to watch.

Happy Halloween!...from the Little Red Riding Hoods

We headed to downtown Vacaville where all of the shops gave out candy for Halloween. It was almost like a parade of kids in one line trick-or-treating. The girls had a great time walking around, holding their baskets, and stopping in the middle of the street to check out their goodies. Of course everyone stopped to admire the girls...they attract so much attention! We had a good time hanging out with our friends Eric, Stacy, and Noah. Happy Halloween to all!!

Gracie sure does make a cute lil' riding hood!
And so does Addison!

Daddy loves his little girls!

There they are waiting patiently in line for the next store to give them a treat. Looks like they only have one treat so far!

Little Noah sure does make a cute pumpkin!

We gave in and let them enjoy one treat. They look awfully cute sucking on their lolipops!

Pumpkin Patch

We took the girls to a pumpkin patch this weekend. Well, we thought it was a pumpkin patch. There was a hay maze and lots of pumpkins laying around, but it wasn't a "real" pumpkin patch. But who cares, the girls had fun and got to pick a pumpkin out that was just their size.

Gracie chillin' on top of a hay stack.
Addy seemed to enjoy this huge gourd.
Addison keeping her little pumpkin safe from any harm. (Kinda like a male penguin)

Gracie was peeking through the hay maze.
There's Noah sitting in between his two loves. Which one will he choose?? You know he's thinking he is a stud right about now.

Kylie's 2nd Birthday

Our friend Kylie turned 2! The girls had such a great time. As soon as we arrived they helped themselves to all of Kylie's things...and she has lots of neat things! It was a great day outside and the girls enjoyed the bouncy house and the mushroom filled with balls. I am sure they are looking forward to the day when they turn 2 :)

Gracie is thinking about where to play next. Hmm, a big decision!
Here's the birthday girl! She's a doll!
Gracie loved rolling around those balls!
Addy is picking out a ball to throw...and we think she is a lefty!

The girls playing with babies. Too cute!
Addison is coloring. Notice she is using her left hand. We'll just have to fix that grip by the time she goes to Kindergarten :)