Still cold in Iowa, even for February 27, 2014

 This was last Thursday afternoon, when we ended up with about 6 inches of very heavy snow.

 So this week I busied myself sewing some burp cloths and a couple of blankies for Audrey (my grand-niece).

 The cats are tired of this weather, too, and I had a little too much help some of the time!  That's Gracie trying to cozy up to Aunt Mary's old sewing machine. (It's a Nechi--all metal--and really sews nice!!)

There's Ron REALLY relaxing in the sunshine (but COLD-- It's -2 below zero this afternoon!).

 The results after last week's storm... and we've had more snow and more COLD since then.

A look from the garage door into the back yard last Friday.

New pictures of our granddaughter!! February 25, 2014

 Miss Livvy in her mom's arms looks pretty content!  She now weighs 5 pounds 7 ounces, more than she weighed on her birthday (which is great since she lost some weight the first week).

Okay, I know we're biased to our first grandchild, but this is the most precious picture I've ever seen!  Thanks for smiling Olivia!!!

Izaac has a new sister!! February 24, 2014

Izaac's mom and dad (Amanda--my niece-- and Billy) had a new addition to their family last week.  They arrived home Saturday evening. 

Izaac is now 6 1/2 years old and not sure exactly what to think of Audrey Joan.

The rest of us think she's adorable!