The day before I left California drove out to the desert to visit what was sort of a zoological garden exhibiting desert life.  There were cacti galore in all shapes and sizes, and lots of interesting animals that thrive in dry environments.  There were also several snakes in the arms…

Kidlet 4 is very much a boy.  He’s also a thumb sucker, and a healthy little guy.  Mr. Sneaky Pants is very excited.  The Banana is wistful . . . happy but wishing she could have a sister too.  She still really just wants two babies.  Ya Ya is sort…