Snowy January Days

We've been getting a good amount of snow this January. The storms usually produce less than 4 inches at a time, but it's been cold, so the snow tends to stay around longer. On this Saturday, the older kids had their snow gear at home, so Daddy decided to take them out to get some fresh air while he shoveled snow. Andrea and Kevin both decided they wanted to help Daddy.


Kevin didn't quite know how to work the shovel, so Daddy gave him some lessons in shovelling technique.

Kevin was so proud of himself when he was able to shovel just like Daddy!

After some shovelling, the kids wandered around the yard, making their own fun in the snow. Kevin went slowly, exploring the altered terrain with caution.

Andrea, on the other hand, was sliding down piles, jumping into drifts, and flopping down to make snow angels!

I was taking these pictures out of the front window, since I was in the house with Ryan. Kevin didn't know I was watching him. He sat down on a pile, scooped up a handful of snow, and with the cutest sneaky smile on his face, decided to taste some snow. Thank goodness it was the WHITE stuff!


Andrea spotted me taking pictures, and waved hello. She was having a great time out there!

Then Kevin saw me and gave me a wave, too.

Ryan, unfortunately, has been sick for almost a week at this point. He has a virus, an ear infection, and a possible throat infection. He is a sad baby. :( Hopefully he will get well soon, when the antibiotics kick in.