Monday November 14th

Today you got to do something you have been asking to do all week.  You got to go visit Laurie and watch Wiggles.  lol.  While I am at the chiropractor, you sit out in the waiting room with the receptionist and watch Wiggles on my little Ipod.  You love it and ask to go!  Way better than the tears that used to happen when I left the room!

I was thinking the other day that when you were small I made sure to take pictures of all your favorite toys and books you like to read.  I will have to get back into that again!  Right at the moment Olivia Saves the Circus is your favorite book taking over from your car book and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.  You also like making big towers with daddy and your mega blocks and playing your roll out piano.  Mostly though you just like to groove to the preprogrammed beats.  You also like playing with your house and of course, making a mess is always close to your heart!  ;)

Sunday November 13th

So this morning was your dad's turn to wake up with you while mommy gets a little more sleep.  You woke up at about 7:20 which is pretty typical for you.  Your dad went in and asked if you would sleep a little longer for daddy.  Your answer?  "ok dada" and then you layed down and slept until 9:15!!!  Seriously?!?!  That works?!  Sigh.  I guess we all got a sleep in day.

A new friend also arrived today.  He is an elf from the north pole.  He watches over everyone all day and then goes and reports to santa every night.  We have to name him in order for him to be ours.  We decided that Aiphos was a great name for him!  (Sophia mostly backwards)  He arrived swinging on the chandalier this morning and we shall see where he is tomorrow.  He is sneaky and finds a new place to sit every day!  No touching though or his Christmas magic might wear off!

Sunday November 6th

Auntie Madelaine is 5yrs old!  Hard to believe already!  Her birthday was actually yesterday but we were all able to get together today to celebrate.  We also took the oppertunity to get the family photos done since everyone was there.  As a special treat, even Grand Memere was there!  Unfortunately I didn't get any pictures of Madelaine opening her super awesome gifts (including a my little pony puzzle, a teacup piggy, soem awesome clothes and more).  Here are some of the family photos instead!

The WHOLE family!

Sophia and Grand Memere

This year is was Eleanor that cried.  Last year it was Sophia!  lol

What a cheesy smile!

Snow!

Well not really Sophia's first snow but the first snow that she can express how she feels about it.  There were a LOT of "oh no what happened?" and "oh oh snow fall down".  It was pretty funny to watch!

I handed her a snow ball once we went outside as she didn't want to touch the snow.  I finally had to take it out of her hands so her fingers didn't fall off because she just stood there holding in and not moving an inch... lol.

I have been working the last couple of days so I always enjoy my first day back with my little lady.  It is getting chilly out there though so we are going to have to find another way to get some energy out since we can't spend a couple of hours at the park!  Time to take another look at the Early Years programs!

Friday November 4. 2011

This morning was a little frosty.  I had to scrape the windows on the car.  When I wiped down the slides at the park after our walk, there was still slush there too and it was already 10:30!  Didn't seem to slow you down too much with your winter jacket and cute little hat.  I think I am going to have to make myself a hat for our walks to the park! 

I had a chiropractor appt this morning and we had to rush because you slept in a little bit.  We managed to get there in time though for my appointment.  You sit on the front bench by the window with my Ipod and speakers and sit so quietly for my 10 minute appointment.  Laurie is there of course to keep an eye on you as well and you always say hello and goodbye to her.  I think she wants some new wiggles though as your songs are getting stuck in her head!

I think today we were very close to you needing therapy!  You were very "helpful" when I was doing the laundry.  You really do like helping load things in and watching everything go around and around.  You went into your bedroom and got your puppy dog and zebra, brought them over and put them into the dryer and closed the door.  I thought you wanted them to go round and round.  I pushed a button and you started to panic and scream doggy doggy and bang on the door.  Thankfully it never did start up and puppy was saved in the nick of time!  sigh.  I will have to ask from now on when I get a bright idea I guess...

Happy Halloween!

I think Sophia thoroughly enjoyed her day today!  At daycare she got to be a kitty cat inside (eee-ow) and a monkey for their walk around the block.  I was able to escape from work an hour early so I could see her enjoy her halloween!

I arrived home to find Sophia hoarding the candy that was soposed to be handed out.  Under the couch cushions, in the trunk of her car... she must have known it would be leaving the house!  lol.  We dressed her all up in her monkey costume and out we went.  She was a little unsure the first house but figured it out pretty quick!  Even though it was drizzling a bit, she went up to every house and announced "trick or treat" often before they opend the door.  She did always say thank you though and off she would go "walk" again.  Unfortunately I think we tired her out because she didn't want to go back out again with daddy.

She stayed in then and handed out candy to the kids coming to our house (now that she knew how it worked).  She was very generous giving out both handfuls of candy to each kid which, unfortunately, meant that we had to dig into our reserved for the parents stash.  She also made sure to say trick or treat to each kiddo that came to the door.

Here is our little monkey hamming it up for the camera!

October 19th, 2011

My little 20 month old... where has the time gone!  Looking at those pictures below just from last year it is hard to believe.  You were still such a little baby!  Today you are quite the little girl.  Worried about your hair, always wanting accessories such as hats and glasses, wanting the "shlide" and the buggy and the mailbox, talking and dancing up a storm and engaging in full out temper tantrums!  Anyone tell her she is 4 months shy of 2???

I am going to ignore my guilt of not maintaining this blog and ignore my overwhelming need to fill in everything in the past year and continue on as if nothing happened.  I think...

Wednesday Oct 27th

This morning we went to Mother Goose to sing (and we were late again).  You sure do enjoy singing the songs, doing the actions, and watching the kids run around like crazy!  We did the groceries and then came home.  I made some blueberries for you while you had your nap because you don't like the noise that the food processor makes!  You sure did like those blueberries and they sure do make a mess!!!

This afternoon after changing your bum I left you on the floor on your back to go throw out your diaper.  When I came back, you were on your belly which isn't anything new.  Then you put both your hands on the ground in front of you and pushed yourself backwards sliding on your tummy on the laminate.  Then you did it again.  And again.  Sigh.  That's it, you're officially mobile!  Not crawling, not forwards, but definately moving!

October 23rd

This morning we took a nice walk around Blue Mountain.  You went down the slide for the first time both with mommy and by yourself!  Carson really liked the park until he caught sight of the water and went running for it.  Apparantly he really likes water, even if it is freezing!  Thankfully he didn't get near it.  We spent some time sitting by the outdoor fire and patting all the puppy dogs that came by.  There was a cute little Westie that you were quite fond of!

In the afternoon, we took the lead from Carson and his adventures and went for a swim.  Unfortunately you were sleepy and a little unhappy about the water so our swim was short.  You did do quite well getting less sleep than you normally do.  You were still quite happy to play with Carson's toys and laugh at him jumping up and down.  I think Carson enjoyed himself too, he told us "I come back"!

October 22nd

Today we all travelled up to Collingwood for the weekend.  Dali, Laurie, Carson and Maelle came to join us.  We arrived around lunchtime and waited for the others.  You found a pretty little girl to play with in the meantime though!  We might have to get you a great big mirror for at home!  My favorite was watching you once I put your ice cream truck down in front of you.  You kept trying to push the button on the one in the mirror.  That little girl apparantly kept blocking you so you tried a bunch of different ways to get it.  In the end though you made up and had lots of kisses for the little girl.

October 16th 2010

Today we thought maybe some fresh air and sunshine would make us feel better.  I thought maybe the cool air might help too.  We went for a long walk along the trail in town just the 3 of us.  You had a nice nap in your stroller and we got a good workout!

October 15th 2010

We are sick... Yesterday you were very sucky and clingy and that isn't like you at all.  You aren't one to snuggle through the day.  Today I understand why.  My throat is KILLING me!  Your nose is running and you have a bit of a cough.  It is officially your first cold (you didn't have to share!).  I guess better now than when you were a baby!  We are taking it easy, wiping our noses and hiding out in the house!  What better to do when you aren't feeling well!

Thursday October 14th

So we survived Thanksgiving weekend.  Whew.  A busy, loud crazy weekend but it wouldn't be a family holiday without all that!  We visited Buni and Bunicu on saturday but your auntie and uncle weren't able to join us because Alexandra was sick.  Then Sunday, we went to your Grammy and Pepere's house.  That was 2 full tables!  We will definately have to bring you a highchair next time as your reach is way too long to have you on my lap!!!  We also did our family photos for the Christmas cards.  I love this picture of you and your Auntie Madelaine.  You were just about finished sitting and posing and your auntie was trying to make you happy again.  It just melts my heart to look at it!  She said "It's ok Sophia.  Be happy!".

Here is one of all 3 of the little ladies!

and one of our family on this lovely fall day!

The holiday Monday I went into the city to take pictures of someone else's little one so you stayed home and hung out with your dad.  You went out for a walk and everything!  Tuesday (i know not the holiday anymore) we went over and took pictures of the twins Sydney and Brady.  You played with Amellia in the meantime and were very well behaved!  Wednesday morning you took your nap early and we were able to make it to mother goose on time!  You had probably the most fun so far.  You love the songs and especially watching the bigger kids running around.  You usually ending squealing because you are so excited!

October 4th 2010

We had to run a few errands today.  It is starting to get a little chilly now so I thought I would pull out the hat I made for Sophia when she was a baby.  It surprisingly fits her little melon head and looks SO cute on her!  I have 2 litttle flowers for the front that I have to attatch still.  Here is the little fall princess in her car seat!

Day 221: September 28th

Sophia is a creature of habit. She likes to sleep but only when she wants to. She is very good at telling us when she is ready. Then she simply wants to be layed down in bed with her blankie and her soother. It is a blessing and a curse all at the same time! She will sleep in the car when it is her nap time but her stroller isn't a sufficient replacement for her bed. I can't wait till we are doing 2 good naps instead of 3 little ones... Anyways, this is how Sophia tells us that she is ready to go to sleep. That nose wrinkle is soooo her father!

Day 220: September 27th

We just got home from our walk and Sophia had her little jacket on because the weather is starting to cool off here. I have to knit her a hat still but in the meantime, she just wore her hood. I just had to share how stinking cute she looked as a little elf... You can even see all her little toothies! (8 in total!)

She was quite giggly so I thought I would catch that on video since her last giggle video was so old! Enjoy her bigger more grown up baby giggle! She still has problems with her spit though... lol

Day 212: September 19th

The is Sophia's newest trick that she can perform. It all started one morning when we were up around 5am for the day. I was still quite tired so I layed on the couch beside Sophia while she jumped in the exersaucer. Every once and a while she would look up at me with my head down on the pillow and then put her head down too. I told her that was right, it is early in the morning and it is time to "rest". She has been doing this ever since. So cute. So here is Sophia, "resting".

Shiney New Earings!

These are Sophia's shiney new earings. She has had them for almost 2 weeks now and I think they are just so stinking cute! They don't seem to bother her one bit and she hasn't tried to touch them either! Now she shouldn't get any more "how old is HE?" "SHE is 6 1/2 months" lol

Friday September 10

Yesterday it was a cooler day so we went for a nice long walk. We went down to the pet store and looked at all the animals. The kittens were your favorite of course but the degus and the birds made you giggle. You also really liked the brightly lit fish tanks and watched them without blinking for a long time. You fell asleep as we were turning back onto our street so I carried you up to bed. Each time I took a step up the stairs, you would giggle even though you were asleep. It was very cute!

We tried some chicken at dinner tonight. The night before didn't go well as you gagged enough that you threw up. This time went a little bit better but you only would take the chicken if it was mixed with your avocado (which of course you like very much!) At bedtime, your dad had to "tap out" while changing your diaper because you have become very wiggly. You very often want to look behind you at the red light on the bottle warmer.

This morning you got to try pears for the first time. You weren't too interested in trying it until you got a taste. Then I couldn't shovel it in fast enough! I think they get a big happy face in your food book!

Ok I promise now I am going to get back into the swing of things. I have made notes and such all the way along to help remember all the fantastic things Sophia has been doing. It will be so much less daunting to do one day at a time then have to catch up on a month and a half. yikes!

Day 77 -May 7th -Friday

You are 11 weeks old today!

We met up with Dawn to do some shopping today. On the agenda, materials for cloth diapers! We found some very cute materials and I am excited to give this a try! I hope they turn out well! You also got to meet Leah's Nana Mary today. She just thinks you are the cutest thing and so well behaved! We had a great day even though the weather outside was cold, wet and miserable!

Day 76 -May 6th -Thursday

More good news today! Mihai and Mioara had their little baby girl today! Maria Jolene welcome to the world! I don't have a lot of details about her yet but I do have a photo from an email and she is a cutie! I hope you don't mind if I post it!

Day 75 -May 5th -Wednesday

Today we went into the city and did a little shopping. You are always so good when we are out and about and you love all the people smiling and talking to you. As long as you get fed when you are hungry you are a happy girl! We went to Fabricland to get some material for your Auntie Louise and her little one. We are doing a little project for her for mother's day! You had a huge poop in the store so I then had to change you and feed you in the car. It is good that it is sunny outside so it seems like a picnic!

When i was cutting the facecloths out tonight in the basement, I had a couple of scraps left over. I thought you looked like you needed a sweatband with all the playing and kicking you were doing in your chair. I tied it around your head and you seemed to like it! It looks pretty darn cute for just a scrap! You can see how addicted you are to the tv too in the picture of you and your dad. It is hard to miss though at 55 inches!

Day 73 -May 3 -Monday

You have started to stand up now and hold your weight on your legs while we hold you up. You are quite proud of yourself and look around like you are queen of the room! I haven't been able to get a pic or video of you yet since my hands are busy but we will have to get one soon!

Day 72 -May 2nd -Sunday

Today your daddy got dressed up in his OPP ausillary uniform and went to help out with the fun run. Turns out it wasn't too fun though as it was cold and rainy! We did get a really cute picture of you and him in his uniform but that has to be saved for our private stash.

We then went down to your Buni's for dinner. Your Bunicci have been cruising in the Carribean so you haven't had the chance to see them in a while. They were quite tanned when we arrived. They brought you back 2 little outfits that you will still have to grow into but will look very cute on you!

Day 71 -May 1 -Saturday

Four years ago today your daddy proposed to your mommy. Look how far we have come in 4 years!

We were around the house today so I thought it was a perfect oppertunity to wear those awesome leg warmers! They matched perfetly with your golf tshirt! I can't wait to get some more baby legs for you. You look so stinking cute with your chubby little thighs hanging out!

Day 70 -April 30th -Friday

Today you are 10 weeks old! It is still hard to imagine that you are that old already! We decided to take a bunch of pictures of you to show how big you have gotten already! You have started to put your hand on the side of the bottle when we feed you now. It isn't always a help though as sometimes you push the bottle right out of your mouth and then get mad! I think it will still be a long while before you are feeding yourself!

Day 69 -April 29th -Thursday

Today we met up with your Auntie Dawn and Leah. Shockingly and terrible enough to admit, I have no pictures. Isn't that terrible?! We will have to get updated pictures with you and Leah very soon. Your Auntie Dawn like to hold you and feed you your bottle because Leah is way to busy these days to sit still to eat!

Day 68 -April 28 -Wednesday

Here is a classic picture of you. You love to have your hands up around your face. You will sit with your little fist under your chin and you love to sleep with your arms tucked up. Here you are snoozing peacefully in your daddy's arms...

Day 61 -April 21st -Wednesday

Big news today! Dave and Nicole have become parents! Kael Jacob was born tonight! It is very exciting! It is too bad that they are all the way out on the west coast though because it would be fun for you to meet him and take a couple of pictures side by side. We will have to wait till they take the trip home... hopefully at Christmas! He is SO cute! Congratulations Dave and Nicole!