Butterflies and a Toad

Mommy brought home some caterpillars from her classroom this week that we were able to watch turn into butterflies.  Finally the day came to release them!

Notice Little E's ear piece!  It is a spy toy from McDonalds that has quickly become his new favorite toy!

They are called Painted Ladies.  They look similar to a Monarch when their wings are open, but are mostly brown when they have them closed.   

Auntie Christine came out to watch us let them go.  As we were releasing our last butterfly, we found a toad jumping in the rocks!  Miss E just wanted to look, but Little E was excited to hold and explore it!