Luke and friends

There goes the saying (my saying), "Trying to keep a toddler at home is like trying to keep a fish out of water." And the reason I dare making such bold generalization is because the playground scene at our condo stands a confident testament to the motto. Each morning by 9:30, the little 100 sq. ft. of play space is loaded with these bouncy, wild toddlers, unleashing their bundles and bundles and bundles of energy. Below are a few faces of Luke's accomplices in generating such nucleic level of activity.

A seemingly quiet moment of Luke and Noah (23 mos.) - it's all because of the snacks. (And yes, they share the same stylin' when it comes to shoes! how cute!)
Luke continues to carry out his nurturing mission among infants. The benefactor this time is Ms. Ella Bochsler, 5 mos., Noah's little sister.

A gymnastic stunt on top of the slide with Moe (pronounced Mo-eh, 20 mos.) and Amon (27 mos.).
Ok, you have to really see it to believe it. This determined climber here is Asei (Amon's little brother). He is only 8 months old - and he managed to climb up the slide ALL BY HIMSELF! We all call him "wonder boy," and he definitely reminds me of the much recognized Japanese national virtue of steely resolve.
"I will not give up until I reach to the top!"

Finally, here's Mark, our very smiley and content 10-month-old. He's the keen observer who sets himself apart from all the raucousness around.