how to entertain a two year old...

being pregnant in the summer is hot...being pregnant in the summer with a two year old is work. not just for me but for james, too! we have tried everything we can think of to keep this little ball of energy entertained. the goal every day this summer was to wear avery out. we would usually wear out before she did. james took her to the pool about twice a week, i took her to yoga, and we took turns at gymnastics. there were dog walks, play groups, and trips to the playground mixed in. when carly came along, it was even more important to keep her busy. she is a high energy little girl and as we get further into the "twos" we have learned it is better for her to use the energy for good rather than evil...

now, the last week before school and exhausted with a newbaby at home we set out for a day at the mall with one goal...wear avery out!

after playing in the little play area, we had lunch and then avery and james rode the carousel. then james took her ice skating. they went around twice, the second time james carried her. she had a great time was asleep before we left the parking lot.

mission accomplished.