It's 9 degrees outside. Do you know where your kids are?

This morning, while walking lopsided towards me Sam declares that she has something sticking out of her butt.  That girl needs a change.  While changing her she informs me of what is her butt and what is her hoohoo and what comes out of each place.  I listen smiling, thinking how very cute she is and how I must start potty training her again.  I am hoping she is ready.  Could be that I wasn't ready.  It seems I forget the rules and tips for potty training with every child and I must read up on the subject to refresh my memory.  The first child took months to train. We conjoled him with a potty box, m&ms and various other treats to get him to go but of course it was on his terms that he finally got it.

The second and third child seemed to go smoother with only a few accidents.

They say girls are easier.  Not sure if that one is true.  At least not with Sam.  She is quite strong headed, but I think I can convince her.  It might take a few m&ms and treats...

SNOW!!

If you haven't noticed I changed the subject. 

The snow has been a blessing here in our new igloo....er home.  The hill out back is inviting to not just our kids but every kid in the neighborhood so making new friends has been easy for the boys, although there were a few bumps along the way.  Like the day some kids decided to block the entrance to the tennis court telling the boys they could not play in there.  Elijah being Elijah just walked right through the group not a care in the world and headed straight for the ice patch to slide on.  Gabe was not far behind.  They have not had any problems since.  Safety in numbers.

Yes I was watching from the window.  It's my mom duty.