March Madness

March has almost come and gone and no posts? Wow, where is the time going these days? I guess two little ones will do that to you. The kids are doing great. Haley had a busy month with soccer. I'm not sure soccer is her sport but she goes out there every game and tries her best, that's all we could ask for. She has two more games left and then I think we will hang up her soccer shoes for awhile. Technically, she just wears her tennis shoes since her feet are so small they don't make soccer shoes her size! This summer we're going back to Little Gym for Haley. She really enjoyed that and it seems to be more her speed, not to mention it is indoors.

Haley and I did attend the Houston Ballet the other day and saw Sleeping Beauty. It was my first time at the ballet too and I'm so glad her and I could share that experience together. She really liked it, although it was very long and she got a little tired at the end.

Jackson is growing like a week. His vocabulary is really starting to pick up and wants to get into everything. We can only understand a few words but he tries very hard to repeat you. The other day Haley was at Grandma's house and Jackson was at the backdoor calling, "Hay yee, Hay yee". It was precious! We have talked about starting Jackson in swim lessons this spring and Little Gym in the summer too. He needs a way to channel all his energy and get some structure.

This past week the entire family was hit with the stomach bug. Poor Jackson also ended up with an ear infection but we're happy to say we're all better now.

Big, exciting changes are ahead for The Vara's. Hopefully we can blog more about it soon...

Here are a few pictures from this past month.

Haley and Mommy on picture day

Haley's soccer team. We have looked and looked for black shorts for her but no luck. She is just too tiny in the waste. She's wearing the same size as Jackson in shorts - 18 months!

Go Haley!!!

Proof Haley does get in on some of the action

Jackson likes to help Daddy with his tools.

All dressed up ready for the ballet. Buster got in the picture too!

I can never resist a spaghetti shot. Jackson is so happy when he is dirty.

The kids having lunch outside

Hi. Yes, Jackson eating, again

Pretty Haley even when she's not feeling well

Jackson's other love is water. Helping wash the car

You missed a spot Mom. I do have to confess: I can count on one hand how many times I've washed my car in the last 3 years. So thankful Daddy keeps it clean for us.

Fun in the sprinklers

Having too much fun