Sometimes it seems like kids grow overnight. Suddenly, both kids seem taller and older.

Sascha update: she still loves Bob the Builder, but as the weather has been incredible lately she's been outside riding her bike, running around, and even getting wet in the kiddie pool (we've had 80+-degree weather more than one day!). She's been trying to count as fast as she can (onetwothreefourfivesixseveneightnineten etc.), and has played enough Take Off! to be able to throw around terms like "Europe" and "Los Angeles". She's about 45 inches tall, 43 lbs or so, and is about to outgrow all of her shoes.

Zoe update: It's hard to believe how many words she says, and how fast she picks up new ones. Last week she was "reading" a book and it was a video moment (which of course I missed because I was too entranced by just listening to her):
"One a ponny time, girl named Sally." (turn page)
"One a ponny time, go on swings." (turn page)
"One a ponny time, kitty." (turn page)
"Dee en!"

This morning she dressed herself, except for a bit of help with her shirt. Then she ate most of my breakfast and part of her own. Why is Mom's breakfast always more appealing?

Zoe also says her ABCs: "bee....cee....oh...kay...em!" :) She's about 35 inches tall and 31 lbs.

She also likes Bob the Builder and knows the names of all of the machines. She has been trying to watch Cinderella for months, but is completely put off every time by the "mean kitty" and the "mean girls." Last night I tried to explain Cinderella's family dynamics. I'm not sure it sunk in at all, but we all agreed that a) it was unfair to make C do all of the work around the house and b) her dad should have stepped in and stuck up for her (where IS he in the movie, anyway?) and c) families should all pitch in and help.

Matt update: well, we grown-ups are more boring than the kids, but Matt continues to be an awesome husband and dad. He created a favorite new meal (chicken curry, NOT spicy hot, with homemade bread) and is about to go to Montreal for a day of gaming this weekend.

Nancy update: I am still working, running, wifing and momming, NOT in that order. :) I'm running half of the Vermont City Marathon on May 25. I also think a lot about spring cleaning...but haven't done much yet.

This weekend is the Maple Festival and next weekend is the first art festival of the season!