Rainy Day Fun

Please sing the following to the tune of: "Oh, What do you do in the Summertime?"

Oh, what do you do when it's raining, when all the world is wet? Do you build sheet houses or dress up in masks, or have treats that you can't beat? Is that what you do? So do I.

Please forgive my lame lyrics but I am not a lyricist by any means. We have had a few rainy moments lately and here are pictures from my efforts to keep the kids entertained.

Luke loves drinking from his "big boy cup." We love the milk moustaches that he gets as you can see here.

Luke loves to make sheet houses. I think he likes them better than the Thomas tent that he got for Christmas. Ah, the simple things are often the best.

Even Miriam thinks it is fun to play inside while we read stories and have snacks. Maybe it's just the snacks she likes.
Mom and Luke being silly.
Luke's new costume accessory is Morgan's snorkel mask.
Luke is telling Miriam the importance of having a great disguise if you are going to be a Super Hero.

Island Life

Last Thursday when I walked out the door, I was surprised to see a small flock of sheep. Is anyone as shocked as I was to learn that there are sheep on this island? I thought that it would be a fantastic picture if Luke would stand by them. However just as Luke was in position for the shot, a sheep said "Baaaa" and scared Luke to tears. Now each time he sees the sheep he wants to put them in time out for "not being nice to Luke." Speaking of time out...Luke even tries to put the wind in time out when a hard breeze closes his bedroom door. He's pretty silly like that!

Anyway, here are a few shots that I took before having to run in away from the sheep.

Our apartment building.
Here is one of the secrets to my weight loss...this steep hill! It is the only way that leads to our apartment that doesn't have mean dogs along the way. You can also see Cabrits and Fort Shirley across the way. (See previous posts). We are doing well and learning to just accept Dominica as it is. It is very different from the United States but I am finally starting to enjoy the island for what it has to offer. I love being a mom and not having another job on top of motherhood. I love having sunshine while Seattle is covered in clouds. I love the simplicity in which the gospel is taught here. I love that I have learned so many self-sufficent skills here. I love my kind friends and the times we have shared. I love my husband more for the sacrifices he makes and for every single second that I can be with him. So far this has been a tremedous learning experience that I feel we really needed as a family.

Dance Dance Revolution

So I have a confession to make...secretly, I am a Dance Dance Revolution fan. I envy those that can really bust a move and hope that my DDR skills improve in the future. When I get stressed or want to exercise, I put the game in and let down my hair. My kids have seen how much fun their mother has with it and now each time I DDR, I have to let them have a turn after I finish my turn. Here are some video clips of Luke and Miriam showing off their best dance moves.

New Lewis Cousin

My brother Scott and his wife Brandi are now the proud parents of Connor Franklin Lewis. This is the 2nd grandson for my parents and I am sure that my Dad is already thinking of the many ways to employ his grandsons on the farm. Here are some pictures of Connor that I received from Scott. Look at his blonde hair!

What a beautiful sleeping baby!

Congratulations Scott and Brandi! We can't wait to meet Connor in May!

Happy 1st Birthday Miriam

"Happy Birthday to Me!!! Now what do I do with this?"

Luke: "What's inside Miriam?"
Luke:"Here, let me show you how its done."
"I love presents!"
Here's the Birthday girl all ready for carrot cake.
It is much more effective to eat this way.
Miriam studying the best way to tackle the cake.
Here's an after shot of her birthday cake eating experience. Not too bad!

Here are pictures of Luke enjoying Miriam's birthday party...
Of course Luke had to wear the Birthday Tiara too!

Mmmm...I love to lick the frosting!

Morgan felt obligated to teach Luke how to arm wrestle after the tiara wearing episode. Luke's manhood has been restored!

Enjoy this little clip of Miriam eating cake.

Good News

We just found out that Morgan was selected out of 12 finalists to participate in the Resident Centered Care Conference at Indiana University from April 29 - May 2. All of his travel expenses will be covered by Ross University and the best part is that he will get to bring back goodies from the States. :) Just kidding...OK so I am not kidding about that part. But in all seriousness this is a great opportunity for Morgan to work along side the Deans here at Ross and work towards improving curriculum. I am so proud of him!

No-no Miriam

Miriam loves to play with remotes, the DVD player and now the Wii. Lately when we tell her "no-no Miriam" she just looks at us with her cute smile and shakes her head. Just watch our cute but naughty Miriam.