Papa Dave's visit

Papa Dave was here for a visit last week. He and Grady had lots of quality time together. Two of the main activities:

Playing "Hi-ho, cheerio!" ... a board game that Grady received as a Christmas gift from Grandma Liz and Papa Dave ... Grady totally loves it (he always wins!).

Counting out jellybeans for his dessert ... jellybeans are a special treat that Grady (and Papa!) both enjoy.

Blueberries before bedtime

In the fort with all his friends

A bedtime story

It took a while to get Grady to go to sleep tonight. The last time I went up to check on him, he was playing with his stuffies in bed and being silly. In my best stern voice, I told him it was time to stop playing and go to sleep. He looked right at me and in a small voice said, "Mom, don't be scary like a hippo" ... try to keep a straight face after that!

The "scrunchy-face" smile :)

Playing trains with Ryder

Playing in the snow

Big hug

It looks like Grady is really loving this cuddle time with Ryder ... I don't think Ryder feels the same way!

Sledding

We took Grady half-way up Mt. Washington on Friday to go sledding. He loved it and we did too. We had the sledding spot all to ourselves and it was so quiet and peaceful, plus tons of fun!

Sandy getting Grady all set up on his sled.

A slide down the hill without a sled!

Sandy taking a turn.

The snowman that the boys built.

(The first 30 seconds of this video is set-up ... not at all exciting!)

Grady and Easton

Picasso at work

Warming up

We had some rain/slush/snow fall today and Grady wanted to play outside in it this afternoon. We stayed outside for a little while, but soon enough it was time to come inside and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate.