Fun at Discovery Place!

With some extra free days off from preschool, we spent some time doing funtivities. We were able to visit both Discovery Place Kids and then Discovery Place uptown with Daddy, Uncle Robert, Avery, and Carter. Big fun was had, as usual, at the museums and I anticipate we will be making great use of our passes (thank you Nana and Grandpa!) throughout the year- though winter is our most frequented season so we can get out of the house and play!

First up, Discovery Place Kids

This kid is fearless. For some reason they have a piece of Plexiglas that leans out over the bottom floor. Madison had no worries trying to climb on it.

I think we played in every room this trip. Madison did enjoy herself, contrary to the fact she is not smiling in a single photo.

I would like to call this series, "toddler driving, serious business."

AK, on the other hand, was all smiles! I think she misses taking adventures since she is in preschool in the mornings and we are nap trapped in the afternoons.

Next up, Discovery Place! We had not been down to DP since the Monday after Carter was born when Gigi and I took the little girls to play since Carter bear was in NICU. It was great to see Anna Kate explore the exhibits and learn and understand things!

Air blowing is a magical thing!

Checking out the bears... RAR!

This was a popular spot for the kids and grown ups. As you moved the sand, the topography map changed to show the different levels, and there were even "fish" swimming around!

The aquarium was a big hit for everyone! I am excited to be able to go visit here more often, and a big part is to see this exhibit! So fun!

Jelly fish!

A blurry photo, and not exactly proof, but Anna Kate TOUCHED THE SNAKE.

Tiny explorers!

Laying on a bed of nails. I promise she isn't crying. Just covering her eyes, haha.

Whooooooooooo

This area was a favorite. You put the scraps of newspaper in the tube and it shot them out of the top!

Uncle Mark lost in tug of war with the big girls ;)

Our three Mona Lisas! Also, Madison did climb up there, by herself. But I had Avery spot her so I could take a photo!

The tiny ones in the big city!

When did these girls start looking so big?!

Marshall Family Christmas!

This year we spent Marshall family Christmas in Greensboro the week after Christmas. I cannot complain, spreading out the fun was great for the kids, and they really enjoyed seeing each other at various events (and dare I say, they played well together?!)... here ya go!

Imagine this... we couldn't get the other two to sit still for a photo before gifts. Ha!

Hats by Gigi make everyone smile!

Madison required lots of help to open presents this go around.

Carter wins for "best present opening face".

Madison and Carter got to work cleaning up as soon as they opened Madison's cleaning set.

Putting on her "real" locket!

All snuggled up in their mermaid (and shark!) blankets made by Gigi!

Snug as a bug in a rug!

Queen Bee took over a big chair in order to play with her puzzle and sip her bubble water.

Power ponies!

"What, you expect me to show some excitement or something?"

Nope, I'm just going to take this dog for a walk.

And lick these here sprinkles.

LUNCH TIME!

We made sprinkle ice cream in a ball, and it was delicious! Can't wait to make more! Thanks Rob and Laura!

Sleeping at home in her My Little Pony sleeping bag with her Power Ponies. Christmas, over and out!

Our Little Family Christmas!

Here are some photos of our little family Christmas this year..

No Christmas is complete without a Christmas Eve service! Three smiling Rotmans. I'll take it.

Ready for Santa!!

Madison loved the baby doll that Santa brought her!

I mean... how absolutely adorable.

Opening presents was fun!

Anna Kate asked Santa for "My Little Ponies"... Santa brought the wrong size, apparently. She quickly got over it and they are now toted around the house constantly.

Daddy bought Mommy a new portrait camera lens for Christmas. I still need more practice.

Madison was a willing subject as she played with her baby in the chair (it is under that blanket).

Emma was also a willing subject for a treat!