Dear Girls--

I was so excited to read your letter! I love getting letters from you, and I’m so glad we decided to do this! First, let me answer your questions:

1. Yes, the dogs are very afraid of Tevye, and I don’t know why. Betsy wouldn’t even come out of her cage once unless Tevye was asleep—she just sat cowering in the back looking terrified. Poor dog. And the funny thing is, Tevye never even touched her! In fact, I don’t think he even noticed she was here!

2. We haven’t had any snow yet, but I’ll be sure to send pictures as soon as we do. I love the snow, too, so I can understand why you miss it. Everyone says that we’re going to have lots and lots of snow this winter, and I’m really excited.

Your little mice are so cute, and I think your names for them are great! Uncle Dustin laughed when I told him what you had named them, and he thinks you’re very clever. I also loved the picture of the tree you sent. I am so jealous that you are having such beautiful and warm fall weather. It has been very cold lately, and everything freezes at night. If I can ever afford a vacation, I’m going to come and visit you in the tropics.

I can’t believe that Violet is turning 5 already! She was supposed to stay a baby forever! :)

So, I have to show you the cutest thing ever. A while ago, Uncle Dustin and the kiddos and I watched Singing In the Rain, and Tevye loved it. This was his favorite part, I have no idea why

Since then, Tevye’s favorite words are ta tay tee toe too. He says them every chance he gets. Here he is playing with Esther, saying his favorite words:

This is the best, though. Here he’s reading a book to himself. He’s so cute, and he had just gotten out of the bath:

Isn’t that so cute? He’s such a funny little boy!

I love you girls so much, and I love getting your letters. I can't wait to hear from you again!

Love,

Aunt Tori