11.11.13: Big Girl Beds

Long overdue for big girl beds (from our convertible toddler beds) we decided it was time to make a big move to get twin beds.  We went to Ikea where the girls (Stella, Fiona and Daphne) were trying to convince us they could all just share one bed.  We decided to get three twin beds instead, knowing that our children would never sleep if sharing one giant bed.

Daphne testing out her new bed.  She likes to sleep against the wall.

Fiona sleeping in her new bed.  She likes to get all twisted up in the covers.

Stella very comfy in her new bed.  Often we find her sideways - perhaps unsure what to do with all the new space these beds provide.

While Brant was assembling the beds, the girls and I came up with a plan to divide out our shared clothes into three dressers.  Stella is the keeper of all pants and skirts.  Fiona is the keeper of all shirts.  Daphne is the keeper of undies, socks and pjs.  They seem pretty happy with this breakdown and enjoy having their very own space.

So long cribs/toddler beds.  You have held three, two and then just one Robertson girl.  You have moved three states and survived four and a half years.  We have jumped, puked, peed, pooped, chewed, cried, snuggled and laughed on you.  You have shown your wear and tear but survived and kept us safe.  We couldn't ask for anything more.

11.10.13: Playing at Nene's

Realizing that we had no specific plans for the holiday and an overdue need to get big girls beds from Ikea, we decided to adventure to Nene's on very short notice.  Perhaps too short of notice for Nene  :)

Daphne showing how long her legs are now that she can easily walk between the pillars.

 

 Stella showing her excellent climbing skills (even climbing onto the bridge from the outside).

 Fiona found a perch and was keeping an eye on everyone.

Stella, Fiona and Daphne trying to golf on cement - turns out there is a reason golfers prefer grass.

11.2.13: Fall Festival

Today was the Fall Festival at preschool.  The girls had warned us that there would be pony rides, but we didn't believe them. How could there be pony rides at an urban preschool?  Well we were proven wrong.  Turns out this pony walked around the neighborhood.  Daphne, Stella and Fiona were very brave going on the pony ride all by themselves.  We would have gone - but there wasn't any more room and I'm pretty sure the pony couldn't handle all of the Robertson family.

10.31.13: Halloween

We had so much fun trick-or-treating in our neighborhood that we forgot to take pictures. Since it was a school day, the girls were pretty tired and only went trick-or-treating for ~1 hour.  Of course they still had energy to play with their candy when we got home. 

10.30.13: Field Trip

Today the girls had their first preschool field trip to a pumpkin patch/farm.  It was fantastic.  Both Brant and I were able to go and enjoy the maze, petting zoo, tire swings, and semi-authentic pumpkin patch.  Daphne/front, Fiona/middle, Stella/back had a blast when they all got to go on the tire swings together.

 

10.26.13: Cement

Today was the parent workday at school, but this time it was more exciting than just painting, cleaning and raking.  This time a new bike path was getting poured and the parents were allowed to write in the cement.  Fiona, Daphne and Stella will always have a special place at their preschool now, even after they graduate.

10.25.13: Howl-o-ween

For the third year in  row, we took the girls trick-or-treating at the zoo.  This year ended our trend of coordinating outfits (2009 - stoplights, 2010 - quarks, 2011 - cupcakes, 2012 - crayons) and the girls selected their costumes all by themselves.  Not only did they decide what they wanted to be, but they also decided exactly what their costume would consist of and the fabric. 

Daphne decided to be a paleontologist, complete with Dinosaur Train decals on her vest and shirt with black pants.  When asking Daphne if she'd like a matching skirt (because mama can't make pants) to her vest, she responded, " Mama - paleontologists don't wear skirts!"

Fiona wanted to be a pirate, but "a friendly pirate, not mean".  This pirate had a black/white skirt w/ black skirt.  The skeleton face on her shirt is actually smiling to keep with the theme.  The night before the first Halloween festivities, Brant convinced her she wanted a bandanna so she picked out a "happy polka dot" pattern.

Stella decided she would be a ladybug.  Her ladybug would be all red with black polka dots and "must have pink sparkly wings". Stella was most excited about the antenna on her head - primarily because they sparkle.  Turns out the wings were not too fun to wear, but thankfully it was pretty clear she was dressed up like a ladybug.

Fiona at the zoo near the pirate area - she fit right in.

 

Daphne was so excited to make this 'discovery' while at the zoo - a bear head!

Stella was excited to see all of the red sparkling lights - I think she was pretending they were little ladybugs just like her.

I continued with the tradition of DIY Halloween costumes and ended up spending less that $30 for all three - success!

10.11.13: Daddy and Daughters Day

On the final day of Fall Break, Brant took the girls (Fiona/blue, Stella/pink, Daphne/purple)
to the zoo and then apparently ice cream.  Not too bad for a Daddy and Daughters Day.

11.9.13: Fall Break, Nene Style

We were very lucky to have Nene able to come and watch the girls for three days during the fall break.  The girls (Stella/light blue, Fiona/dark blue, Daphne/super hero) were so excited for Nene's 'Bag o' Projects'.  This time it involved a puppet show, fairy wings and SO much glitter.  They also adventured around town and helped Nene use the GPS (their favorite car entertainment).

 

10.7.13: X-rays

The girls were on Fall Break, so Nene was in town helping to watch the girls for a few days.  The girls (Daphne/top, Fiona/middle, Stella/bottom) were so excited to go to the dentist with Nene and Daddy.  They even got their first X-rays taken and got to see their adult teeth.  I wish I could be this excited about going to the dentist.