"I really love french fries, Mommy."

As if a phrase like that doesn't stop a parent cold.

How many french fries does a boy need to taste to know they are his favorite food? Well, I suppose he's had quite a few opportunities. Every kid's meal comes with them. And, today, at lunch, Jason ordered like this: "Um, french fries, applesauce, french fries, popcorn shrimp, and don't forget the french fries." We got it.

His little brother, also known as "Jason's Echo" apparently feels the same way.
"French fries. umm umm."

We're hoping this is a fixable eating phase. But, it sure is a strange one.
The kids will drink bath water, but won't eat a burger.




I don't know why I haven't posted these, yet. At least I don't think I have. We visited Michelle last month before she left for Dallas. These are the last pictures of the kids together for a while. We miss them already!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Day was a success for our boys. Cards, candy, and other gifts. Thank you, Grandma and Grandpa, for the box of goodies. Jason and Michael spent many, many minutes playing with the Curious George stamp set. That was a gift for me! We received the Pizza Hut gift cards from Uncle Bud and Aunt Joyce tonight. Thank you so much. Jason was pleased as well. He told me he wanted to pay the next time we go there. No problem!

Tonight, they just wanted to wish you a "Happy Valentine's Day" in return.



Just pretend all the other stuff isn't in the picture. I can't seem to get them to sit still next to each other without props.

"No, Mommy."

At least he's still saying it with a smile. We're hearing the phrase, "No, Mommy" much more often and with amazing clarity these days.
Michael is also a joy to carry on short conversations with.

Today, we discussed the locations of our family members.

For example:

"Where's Mommy?"
Michael correctly points to me.
"Where's Jason?"
He points to Jason.
"Where's Daddy?"
"At work."
"How about Grandma?"
"She home."
"Where's Grandpa?"
"Home."
"Where's Amah?"
"She home."
"Where's Akong?"
"Home."
"Where's Uncle Tim?"
"Home."

Michael never gets tired of this trip down memory lane.




Jason, meanwhile, is just growing so big. He's looking forward to spring and a chance to play outside!