"Fall" into Spring... Episode #52

One of the strange things about living in Houston is that leaf raking happens primarily in the Spring. The old leaves give way to the Spring buds and there is rarely a shortage of leaves to rake. audra seen here, helping her dad, was on their 3rd barrel of leaves this morning. My sister, once quoted a famed writer saying "parenting is like stringing a necklace and not having the other end knotted". That is how it feels to rake our "scrub oak" leaves.... well, and parenting too!

PS...Dana told me to take pictures the other way and I messed up again!! Will try to correct!!:)

And..

And... "Mimi & Poppy" are regulars on the set. They have made too good of a show at "taking care of" their grandchildren. They've been asked, more than once, to spend a week at a time with these little bits while the "mom" & "dad" visit other locations to check out future "on location" scenes (and/our just to rest!!) Currently residing in Alto, NM...they are greatly missed!

(the additional faces in this photo will be introduced shortly, please stay tuned)

Additional Cast Members...

Although only seen on the set for guest appearances, "Grandpa Bob & Mor Mor" are a hit every time and often steal the show. This picture was taken on their most recent visit to the set in early December. We took a "road trip" to San Antonio to see the famed city and when you're with Grandpa Bob there is always McDonald's ice cream cones involved. This was case in point. Anders first taste of the infamous vanilla cone.

If you ever wandered....

Although you'll have to tilt your head to see this one. You'll get the idea. Did you ever wander what it really looked like when kids "hung from the chandlier?" Well Daddy caught "trouble" on his way to his favorite place.
Incident report #103

The three amigos

Now, having read their intensive bios, could you write the script?

Audra: "sit here Anders!"
Gunnar: "Mommy, mommy, let me tell you somping! is there more snack?"
Anders: "aaahh,,...eeaaa"!!

Anders Kristofor...latest addition.

Anders, the most recent addition to the cast was not orignally cast as the third child. However, since coming on board with the family he has taken to his part with precision. The picture tells the story. Anders, literally finds himself in trouble, or in "correction" 90% of the day. My relentless prayer is for his safety. He has : hung from the chandlier, played with BBQ knives, used his brother's toothbrush as a toilet bowl cleaner, gotten out of his crib, poured shampoo all over the carpet (three times) and broken 10 + dishes and counting. He has a smile that soothes the soul and babbles with enthusiasm. He is, with out a doubt a "laugh and a half".

Gunnar Storm Carlson....second born

Gunnar Storm... cast beautifully as the first born son of the Carlsons. He embodies his name. His part calls for a deep sense of loyalty. This translates into an affection for his trains. Since he was 18 months he's held something in both hands at all times. He entertains himself for hours and often finds himself in the middle of conflict (either up or down). No doubt this role is one built for a "hugger". He likes to hug, kiss, snuggle, tickle, touch, nuzzle...anything that involves him touching another person offers him comfort. He has little interest in "academic learning" and much more interest in "life!" I see his role expanding as this year unfolds...