The FP

That’s code for Favorite Parent. We definitely have one of those in our family, and it’s definitely Papa. I don’t take it too personally because I mostly know why. Papa is the parent who is around the least, and when he is around it’s all about having fun. One of the reasons I married Simon […]

Mermaid Tail

One day at the pool Kiera spotted a girl swimming around with a mermaid tail. She was fascinated and asked Papa to find out where we could buy one. She asked for one for her birthday and it was definitely one of her favorite presents. many weeks of Mermaid drawings… the joy on her face! […]

Triops (a sad, sad pet)

When we were shopping at Kaufland (Germany’s version of Walmart), the girls saw this Triops starter set in the toy department. They really wanted it, and since they hardly ever ask for anything, we obliged. They were SO EXCITED to finally have a pet (LoL!). Quinnie and Kiera are the biggest animal lovers I know, […]

Sister Love

As time goes by these two become closer and closer. They have so much fun together. They are very sweet and respectful of one another- they hardly ever argue anymore- it’s almost abnormal. I hope it stays that way always.   Quinnie is such a great big sister- she is very patient with Kiera and […]

Sister Conversation

A little conversation I overheard the other day while the girls were playing… Quinnie: “Kiera- do you want to be bakers and these party hats are our baker hats?” Kiera: “Yes. Awww! My cookie is crooked!!” Quinnie: “That’s OK. No worries. I’m your sister so I think everything you do is great.” Kiera: “Oh. OK. […]