1. She has learned to tie her shoes! It's been pretty fun to watch. She figured it out rather quickly, and I think (much to Gavin's dismay) she enjoys being able to do something that her big brother can't do, yet. She offered to help Gavin learn but he wouldn't have any of it. :)
2. She is very close to being able to braid hair, as well. I don't mean that she's french braiding or anything, but being able to take a long chunk of my hair, divide it into three and braid is a pretty big accomplishment, I think. Chuck and I noticed that the fine motor skill type work ... tying shoes, braiding hair, etc is a true talent for her. In the interviews for the kindergarten round-up, the teachers were amazed that she could tie her own shoes! On top of that, her coloring is far superior to other kids her age. : )
3. Chloe continues to ask some of the funniest questions and make the most interesting statements. On Sunday I was chewing gum and Chloe mentioned that one time she swallowed a piece of gum. After a few minutes she asked, "If I swallow my gum can I blow a bubble out of my butt?" Fair question, actually, right!?
One of her more profound statements came during dinner the other night. She said, "Our old house is new again." What!? This was out of the clear blue. What does this mean? After asking some questions we discovered what she meant ... our old house is new to someone else. She pointed out that since we don't live there anymore someone else is "borrowing" the house and it would be their new house.
4. Chloe and I are having a great time with braiding hair and trying to squeeze in as many braids as we possibly can. The last few days she's had nine small french braids ... each with a different color hair tie. This is one my favorite activities with her. It's some really nice one-on-one time for us.
And, now ... some pictures of Chloe ... : )
After Chloe's birthday (on Feb. 1) the family met at John's Incredible Pizza for a party. I never did share our pictures from the celebration. Here is Chloe sharing with us how old she is ... she's no doubt polishing off her serving of mac and cheese.
And the birthday cake. Notice the red finger nails ... this was a big deal! We paint nails for special occasions and you only turn five once. 
This was one of the rides at John's pizza place. Chloe requested that I (why me!?) ride this with her. The individual car spun around as the whole ride went around. This after a full lunch. Gulp. Turns out that Chloe LOVED it! 
Playing with some of the new birthday toys. I think this Barbie head has been great fun for her. She's doing much better with the braiding and styling. Although, mostly I think she just wants to see how many clips she can get in her hair!
This was another birthday present. Nana and Papa (Chuck's parents) gave her some little dogs that can be painted and decorated. This first dog (there were 3 in the pack) turned out to be all yellow. She really enjoyed painting. :)
This was our family Easter gathering at our house. The kids had a great time with the Easter egg hunt ... each one had 20 eggs to find. I think one of Chloe's eggs is still out there. Crazy Easter bunny ... :)
This has quickly become one of my favorite pictures. It was a day for riding bikes at the school and some quick family pics on the playground. 
Chloe and her bike ... 
The preschool Easter egg hunt at school. This happened to be at the same time as Chuck's prep time so we both got to walk to upper campus and enjoy the festivities. 
The hats are so cute ... : )
Chloe and Zack have developed quite the little friendship. They are only nine months apart, so a lot of times they are an even playing field. Here, they are hanging out in our bedroom as Chuck is assembling (actually building) a desk for us. 
Chloe also enjoys playing with her big brother. I have no idea what was going on here, but Gavin has the swords and Chloe has the bubbles ... 
Zack took this picture ... you can tell because of the small finger in the top left hand corner. If you look closely, you can see Chuck making a silly face in the background ... nice, hunny. :)
And, so that is the update on Chloe. She has to get a cavity filled this week, which is a bummer. This summer she will be taking swim lessons and doing gymnastics.
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