Skipper Being a Good Sport
Skipper claiming a new bed on the back porch!
Earlier in the day the girls were out on the back porch coloring and drawing in a couple big boxes we gave them to play with. The girls get so excited about getting large boxes to play with around the house. Every time we get a box or a group of boxes of any size they usually ask for permission to use them for their play time. Jake and I try to give them as many opportunities to explore creative play, but sometimes the boxes hang around for longer than intended or can get in the way or make a mess with all the “decorating” paraphernalia scattered around.
Sometimes when the boxes are big, taking over the house, and it is going to be a sunny day we will send the kids with their goodies outside. They have been know to play with boxes building various forts and structures for hours. Skipper loves it any time the kids are outside playing. She usually hops right in the middle of everything and at times is in the way, but the kids and the dog love it!
Skipper snacking on a treat from the kids.
Even after the girls came inside Skipper decided to hang out in their box.
Waking up from a nap in the box. She slept in the boxes for several hours in the sun that day. I am not sure who enjoyed it most the kids or Skipper.
Family Activities: Bubble Trouble
Brina blowing bubbles and Skipper chasing them across the front porch trying to pop them.
One of the best parts about having a pet is the entertainment they provide the family. Brina and Karlie LOVE blowing bubbles outside because Skipper has a blast chasing and popping the bubbles. It is hilarious seeing Skipper twist, turn, and jump trying to pop the bubbles while hearing the girls giggle and blow more bubbles. Thankful for two kiddos and one furry four legged puppy that bring laughter to the family. She is a great dog and companion for the girls plus a good squirrel hunter and protector of the home front.
Skipper popping bubbles from Brina and Karlie.
Living in South Carolina has its perks too. Even though our cooler winter months are in December, January, and February there are days when it is warm enough we can go outside and play. There have already been several days in the 70s this winter. I am thankful for those days when we have beautiful weather so we can have fun outdoors. The girls love playing outside with Skipper and I would rather have them playing outside getting some fresh air.
Karlie in the midst of a sea of bubbles as she tries out her bubble blower.
Even though we didn’t get a white Christmas, like last year, the girls are still hoping that we get a few days of snow this winter so they can play outside. They have fun making snow angels, snowmen, sledding and all those fun activities too. I am fine with having a mix of both warm and cool days because it makes the Winter months even more entertaining for the family!
