We are away in sunny Florida this week so no new posting until Monday next. We will have Chrismakah and New Year's pics and video to share then.
Until next week, happy new year.
Monday, December 29, 2008
Monday, December 22, 2008
School Spirit
Busy week and more to come...
Lily had many parties at school including her Christmas party, Kwanza party and Haunakah party - they celebrate the whole gambit at her school. As you will see below, she sat on Santa's lap and visited with Mrs. Claus at her school party. We asked her what she asked Santa for and she said "I still need to think about it." On Friday, she got another chance as we just happened to be at the mall and she saw Santa and had to sit in his lap again. Jack was having no part of Santa, so Lily had a quick visit and told him that she wants a jump rope and a kite - we will see if Santa comes through!
On Saturday, we celebrated Christmas with Tracy, Stan and Casey because they will be in Roanoke for Christmas day. We had lots of fun just hanging out, opening some presents, making some cookies, and eating some cookies! On Sunday, Mom and Lily went to buy some ski gear for Lily for our upcoming ski trips in January and February and then had lunch with Tracy, Kelly, and Grandma Gail. That night brought Haunakah and the first night of lighting the candles and opening presents. Today it was back to school and Beatrice but after tomorrow, the kids will be off school/nanny until the 5th! Tonight brought more haunakah presents and a visit from Aunt Kelly. Next week we will be posting from FL, looking forward to some warm weather...
Happy Haunakah! Merry Christmas!
Jack's school picture ...
and Lil's.
With Santa.
First night of Hanukkah gift opening!
A tea party.
Lily had many parties at school including her Christmas party, Kwanza party and Haunakah party - they celebrate the whole gambit at her school. As you will see below, she sat on Santa's lap and visited with Mrs. Claus at her school party. We asked her what she asked Santa for and she said "I still need to think about it." On Friday, she got another chance as we just happened to be at the mall and she saw Santa and had to sit in his lap again. Jack was having no part of Santa, so Lily had a quick visit and told him that she wants a jump rope and a kite - we will see if Santa comes through!
On Saturday, we celebrated Christmas with Tracy, Stan and Casey because they will be in Roanoke for Christmas day. We had lots of fun just hanging out, opening some presents, making some cookies, and eating some cookies! On Sunday, Mom and Lily went to buy some ski gear for Lily for our upcoming ski trips in January and February and then had lunch with Tracy, Kelly, and Grandma Gail. That night brought Haunakah and the first night of lighting the candles and opening presents. Today it was back to school and Beatrice but after tomorrow, the kids will be off school/nanny until the 5th! Tonight brought more haunakah presents and a visit from Aunt Kelly. Next week we will be posting from FL, looking forward to some warm weather...
Happy Haunakah! Merry Christmas!
Jack's school picture ...
and Lil's.
With Santa.
First night of Hanukkah gift opening!
A tea party.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Flashing Lights
Jack's 1 year appointment revealed that he is 22 pound, one ounce (25th - 50th percentile), 29.5 inches 50th percentile, and his head circumference looks pretty good too - lots of room for his brain to grow! He was very happy during the appointment and was fascinated by the doctor's stethescope. He actually handled his shots pretty well, he just took a really long nap Friday afternoon to recover.
On Saturday, Lily and Marcy made some homemade Christmas tree decorations, and played with various toys, while the boys ran some afternoon errands. Friends Andy and Jen then brought over some homemade pizza for dinner - Lily loved the "macaroni" i.e. pepperoni. We then had a wild Saturday night playing Memory, Zingo, and then later Scrabble!
On Sunday, we hung around the house playing with lots of toys. Lily is realizing that while her baby brother can be annoying and destructive at times, he can also be a lot of fun. He mimcs her dancing and bouncing around, and laughs at her all the time. He mainly crawls but also walks here and there. Sunday night we went to see the Zoolights, which essentially consisted of holiday lights at the National Zoo. While it was pretty, Lily was more interested in the small mammals and reptiles. Jack also had somewhat of a meltdown - a little past his bedtime! Overall, it was a fun night though!
Enjoy the pics! We are looking forward to celebrating the first night of Hanukah on Sunday!
About to enter the ball pit.
Playing in the basement.
Playing hide and seek.
Just up from snoozing.
Hamming it up.
On a snowflake.
Riding a bear ...
with Jack.
On Saturday, Lily and Marcy made some homemade Christmas tree decorations, and played with various toys, while the boys ran some afternoon errands. Friends Andy and Jen then brought over some homemade pizza for dinner - Lily loved the "macaroni" i.e. pepperoni. We then had a wild Saturday night playing Memory, Zingo, and then later Scrabble!
On Sunday, we hung around the house playing with lots of toys. Lily is realizing that while her baby brother can be annoying and destructive at times, he can also be a lot of fun. He mimcs her dancing and bouncing around, and laughs at her all the time. He mainly crawls but also walks here and there. Sunday night we went to see the Zoolights, which essentially consisted of holiday lights at the National Zoo. While it was pretty, Lily was more interested in the small mammals and reptiles. Jack also had somewhat of a meltdown - a little past his bedtime! Overall, it was a fun night though!
Enjoy the pics! We are looking forward to celebrating the first night of Hanukah on Sunday!
About to enter the ball pit.
Playing in the basement.
Playing hide and seek.
Just up from snoozing.
Hamming it up.
On a snowflake.
Riding a bear ...
with Jack.
Monday, December 08, 2008
What a Party
What a year...Jack is now officially a year old. We celebrated on Sunday with Grandma Gail, Grandpa Tom, Grandma Phyllis, Grandpa Maurice, and visitors Great Aunt Donna and Great Uncle Stephen. We had delicious cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake (highly recommend) and pizza requested by the big sister!
A few days before the big day, Jack started taking a few steps at a time, and by now is becoming a little more brave. Tonight he actually took a few steps towards Lily who was laying on the ground and then purposefully fell on her which both of them thought was hysterical! He continues to chow down eating three meals during the day and several snacks, and drinks lots of milk (no more formula). He is actually off of the bottle, and prefers to drink by himself out of his sippy cup. All that food and milk appears to be helping his hairline, we are contemplating a haircut in the near future. He also has another tooth coming in.
Until next week...
Reading a book with Uncle Stephen.
Jack being very serious.
Jack and Lil riding his new bike.
Playing a little "Eye Spy" with the Grandmas.
Jack surrounded by birthday loot.
Relaxing in his new chair.
Lil showing off the card that she wrote out herself!
The dessert.
The dessert in Jack's hair.
Standing around.
A few days before the big day, Jack started taking a few steps at a time, and by now is becoming a little more brave. Tonight he actually took a few steps towards Lily who was laying on the ground and then purposefully fell on her which both of them thought was hysterical! He continues to chow down eating three meals during the day and several snacks, and drinks lots of milk (no more formula). He is actually off of the bottle, and prefers to drink by himself out of his sippy cup. All that food and milk appears to be helping his hairline, we are contemplating a haircut in the near future. He also has another tooth coming in.
Until next week...
Reading a book with Uncle Stephen.
Jack being very serious.
Jack and Lil riding his new bike.
Playing a little "Eye Spy" with the Grandmas.
Jack surrounded by birthday loot.
Relaxing in his new chair.
Lil showing off the card that she wrote out herself!
The dessert.
The dessert in Jack's hair.
Standing around.
Monday, December 01, 2008
Sweet Potato Pie
It is late and we are tired so just a quick update this week. Another Thanksgiving has come and gone but we a had a very nice holiday. Lily and Jack were a bit under the weather but had a good time celebrating Jack's first Thanksgiving. We had visits with family near and far - in town for the festivities were Aunt Kelly, Uncle Stan, Aunt Tracy and cousin Casey. Also visiting were Great Uncle Mike and Great Aunt Jeannie and cousins Alli and Davis. Cousins Emilie and Stephanie were also in town. Joining in were both sets of grandparents, Great Aunt Jenny and Great Uncle Carlton and cousin Alex and Great Yellow Grandma Katie.
Jack not taking a shine to Aunt Kelly's piano lesson.
I believe that the puff in Jack's mouth was stolen from Casey's tray.
Taking a walk ... this is Jack's new demand. Walk with him or else he will make your ears hurt!
The cousins showing off their new tees from Great Uncle MIke and Aunt Jeannie.
A serious matching game going on here with Aunt Jeannie.
Ready for rain ...
Checking out the sit and spin with cousin Stephanie at the toy store.
Jack in his natural state.
We were not very good with the camera this weekend and did not get too many pictures. We will do better this weekend as we celebrate Jack's first birthday.
Until next week, enjoy the pictures. Maybe Marcy will have more to add to this post later ...
but that is all for now.
Jack not taking a shine to Aunt Kelly's piano lesson.
I believe that the puff in Jack's mouth was stolen from Casey's tray.
Taking a walk ... this is Jack's new demand. Walk with him or else he will make your ears hurt!
The cousins showing off their new tees from Great Uncle MIke and Aunt Jeannie.
A serious matching game going on here with Aunt Jeannie.
Ready for rain ...
Checking out the sit and spin with cousin Stephanie at the toy store.
Jack in his natural state.
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