I had meant to post sooner than this into the new year, but again, life got in the way! I am also having some computer issues right now so I will have to post more pictures later. Anyway, the twins are now 10 months old and James us crawling in earnest. He gets into EVERYTHING!! He also likes to stand holding onto something and will stay there indefinitely. Isabella is close to crawling, but she still rolls to get everywhere. Where James has been blossoming physically, Bella has been much more interested in books and she has now said, "Zuzu." She still laughs at everything--she's almost always happy! Even though she has had and ear infection that won't go away since October! They are both so much fun at this age and even though they still require so much attention (physically), they give back so much joy. James constantly makes a beeline for the shoe cubby by our front door to chew on a pair of crocs--I guess they are nice and squishy. But he gets determined and no matter how many times I move him--and no matter how far away I move him, he'll be back at the cubby gnawing on some shoes.
As for Ty and Lily, both are doing great! Ty is potty trained--and I mean no more accidents during the day period! He is still wearing a pull-up at night, but he heads straight for the potty in the morning instead of just going in his pull-up. I am amazed at how well he took to the whole process and we decided not to pester him about going--I told him if he needs to go to come and tell me--and he does! Amazing! We had a quick visit down to my folks' house while Todd was away for a quick business trip so here are some pix from The Bubble Room--my all-time favorite restaurant! 
Ty says he doesn't need a nap anymore...hmmmm
