Energy

Having 3 kids that include twins, has reinforced my focus to go after things that only provide more energy vs. take it away. This has really come into focus this past year. So, I will say, I have gotten a little more selfish about what things I want to do and what I don't. Sure I still think I'm responsible and could do more, but as a random guy at the fair said to me, "ya know why kids have so much energy? They take yours."

Last week I had the chance to join a group of my fellow RAMOM (richmond moms of multiples) at a small cooking class. The class was for moms, who want to preplan and freeze meals. I thought it sounded like something I could learn from. Plus, working from home, I don't get out of the house much and I try to find good opportunities to get out.

The day had just been a crazy work day, probably a crazy day at home (what day isn't) and when the time came, I really didn't want to go. But, since I had paid for the class, felt that I needed to just go.

Honestly, I could've cared less about the cooking class part (although it was fun to have the time to hang out), but I really enjoyed the time we had to sit down, have a glass of wine, sample our food and just talk about what it's like to be a mom of twins. Or what it was like to be pregnant with twins. Or how our other children get along with twins. Or what it's like to work and try and figure out how to get everything done. It was really energizing.

That is my 2010 mantra, go after relationships and activities that provide me with more energy than I started avoid those that don't. It's a learning experience, but one I think we all need.

Charlie's 1st Virginia Tech game

Well, I suppose it's taken us almost 2 weeks and 2 more VT wins to recover from our trip to Blacksburg for the Virginia Tech JMU game. Our friends that have a house in Radford along the New River invited us to stay with them, and take Charlie to his 1st game.

The day started off nice, playing by the river with their puppy Rex, the skies were clear and we were optimistic. However, after our 20 min drive over to Blacksburg, we got out of the car to freezing weather and very cloudy skies. After a trip to the bookstore for a sweatshirt, we were in better shape for a bit, but only briefly.

As we started walking to the game, the skies opened up and we were all pretty well soaked by a few minutes into the 1st quarter. Poncho's may have helped had we put them on early enough, but unfortunately, we just weren't well planned out this game. It usually takes a couple of games to get the rythem of being prepared for the circumstances that may present in Blacksburg. Our last few years of 1 or 2 games a season has made our minds a little more fuzzy at remembering just what might happen.

Despite the rain and the miserable loss, we did still have fun. Thankfully, just 1 bag of skittles was all it took to make it fun for Charlie.

Joey, Rex and Charlie by the New River


View out of Judy & Dave's

"Life is Good" while tailgating at Virginia Tech, this is the lot behind Derring.

4 year old style "tailgating"

Charlie, Joey & Henry commandeered another group's cornhole game.
Luckily, they agreed to let them play.


Enter Sandman is very loud

Melted Skittle Face

The River

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Yes, We are Ready!

I hope today is the day where Tech beats a top 5 team. We have certainly done our part in adding to the booster club, cheerleading team or bench in waiting, how ever you want to look at it.

Here's a few hanging out while we are waiting!


M, J, C, S, W



Will, the monkey


Greta and Charlie

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Yes, we can Jump!

We thought this was pretty funny as Will and Matt love to watch each other jump and see if they can jump higher. Guess, they are advanced! :o) They definitely act like little gymnasts. Who knows what will happen if they start Romp & Roll.

Hello, Sally! Your toddler can probably hop off the bottom step of a staircase by throwing one foot forward and letting the other follow. But true jumping, where both feet leave the ground at the same time and then land squarely, is a skill that requires excellent balance and may take a few more months to master. You can help her practice two-footed jumping by putting some pillows on the floor and letting her leap onto them from something low, like a child-size footstool. >> This Week: Cultivating fine-motor skills with crafts, and learning to kick >> Read more about your 22-month-old