After what appeared to be another very wimpy winter, we got about a foot of snow last week! School was closed on Thursday and Friday and the entire family took shelter from the storm at home. Between epic snow storms, new words every day, and potty training, we have been having a blast so far in 2013.
But, most importantly, we welcome a new cousin into the family: Avery Eileen was born in the middle of a blizzard last week. She and Aunt Brooke are doing great and Harrison was very excited to meet "Johnny's baby"!
You will see in the new installment of pictures Harrison's continuing independent streak (favorite phrase lately: "Don't help me mommy, I want to do that by myself!"), and his wicked sense of humor. As his language expands, so does his ability to crack us up. One example: we have used a baby gate in his bedroom doorway for several months now or he would be running all over the house instead of sleeping. Today, when he was supposed to be napping, Tom heard him call out, so Tom said, "I'm going to come get you in a second." Harrison responded, "No, Daddy, I'm going to come get you." Much to Tom's surprise, here comes Harrison tiptoeing into our room. He said with delight, "I opened the gate all by myself!"
