The Ward Family

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Getting into the Holiday Spirit

As has been the tradition since before Clara was born, we celebrated the Season with our dearest friends last weekend. The girls decorated gingerbread houses and had their fill of candy.

We continued our festive weekend with a visit to Santa. Both Clara and Charlie were a little shy, but Clara didn't leave without telling Santa that she wanted a princess watch and some binoculars.

After visiting Santa, we cut down our Christmas tree. Clara and Charlie were there too, but wouldn't pose for the picture. Maybe by the end of next weekend, we'll have our tree decorated.

Monday, December 3, 2012

The Dentist

Clara had her second visit to the dentist this month. Her first visit in June didn't go so well. All the dentist had to do was look in her mouth, count her teeth and check things out. Clara sat in the chair and screamed the whole time. So, this time around, I was prepared for the worst. Amazingly, Clara sat perfectly still with her mouth open the whole time. The dentist scraped, polished, and flossed without a peep from Clara. And, no cavities!

Friday, November 9, 2012

First Snow

The day after Jared left for deer camp, we had a nor'easter. It's not uncommon for a nor'easter to dump a couple feet of snow in a short time. Luckily, we only got a couple inches this time. Clara couldn't wait to get out and play in it. I've never seen her get dressed so quickly.

Halloween

Disney's version:

The Ward's version:

Uncanny, isn't it?

Princess Tiana and her frog celebrated Halloween with a parade and parties at school. After the school parties, we went trick-or-treating in Concord. Clara took home a bag full of candy. She's already thinking of next Halloween. Charlie just couldn't wait to get that annoying hood off his head.

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Happy Birthday, Charlie!

On October 21st, Charlie turned one. We celebrated with a few of his closest friends, including Grandma and Grandpa Carlson. We were so excited that they made the trip to visit with us. Clara was eager to show Charlie how to unwrap and play with each of his presents, what a good big sister!