Saturday, September 21, 2013
First autumnal sunset
A few days prior to the actual Fall Equinox, but still... the shadows were long, low and warm leading up to this beautiful sunset.
Friday, September 13, 2013
Friday afternoon luxuries
Babysitter + Carl Nielsen's Voice + Affogato with salted caramel gelato = Full time Parent Nirvana
Monday, September 9, 2013
September
Where to begin when trying to dive into The Month of Beginnings?!
Colin turned two!
"Colin two!" is the way he might share that piece of news with you. He is such a loving, affectionate boy. Smothering us with kisses and hugs and adoring gazes from the time he wakes until we lay him down for sleep at night. He's friendly and easily engages other children that he's just met. I think he's going to be a good one to have at a party as he gets older.
As I watch my kids grow and see their interactions evolve, I realize what a special thing it is to be the second child. Colin is never lonely (unless Christopher hasn't gotten up for the morning, in which case he pounds on his door demanding he get up and come out). He has an older sibling who is generally happy to help him when he needs a boost, shares his snacks, and explains tough situations like an impending departure from the park or why one must have their diaper changed to avoid asphyxiating the rest of the household. Unsurprisingly, Christopher often gets through to Colin better than we can in times of angst. It's pretty handy.
Colin is ready to go to preschool like no other and is *just* too young. (We are also in no hurry, whatsoever!) Colin hustles into the classroom along with Christopher, washes his hands, and goes straight to work with whatever activities are out for the day. Poor guy, he never gets to stay very long, but he's always overjoyed to see his big brother at pick up time. Soon enough, though...
Favorite things to shout out loud: No, Pasta, Alright!!!, Mama
Favorite foods: Chocolate, Pasta, Grapes, Salmon, Eggs
Favorite pajamas: Too-small alligator top with guitar-covered pants and red Australia socks
Favorite book: That's Not My Train!
Favorite song: Wheels (on the Bus)
We've enjoyed the last of the summer weather with a few more visitors, bike rides, and a block party. We really are lucky to live in such a beautiful neighborhood within this great city. The block party included a visit from a city firetruck which sprayed the street with its huge hose for a good 15 minutes and gave the kids a chance to cool off from the heat. People pulled out their barbeques and tables and lawn chairs and the kids were all free to scooter and bike and run in the street until it was too dark to see. We shared good drinks, tomatoes from our gardens, baked goodies and, of course, s'mores over a fire pit. We were all happy and exhausted.
This week marks the beginning of preschool and hopefully some fall weather. Tomorrow the late summer heatwave will peak at 95! and then start to decline. We are ready to fling the windows open and go enjoy some apple picking and leaf raking.
Happy beginnings, everyone.
Colin turned two!
"Colin two!" is the way he might share that piece of news with you. He is such a loving, affectionate boy. Smothering us with kisses and hugs and adoring gazes from the time he wakes until we lay him down for sleep at night. He's friendly and easily engages other children that he's just met. I think he's going to be a good one to have at a party as he gets older.
As I watch my kids grow and see their interactions evolve, I realize what a special thing it is to be the second child. Colin is never lonely (unless Christopher hasn't gotten up for the morning, in which case he pounds on his door demanding he get up and come out). He has an older sibling who is generally happy to help him when he needs a boost, shares his snacks, and explains tough situations like an impending departure from the park or why one must have their diaper changed to avoid asphyxiating the rest of the household. Unsurprisingly, Christopher often gets through to Colin better than we can in times of angst. It's pretty handy.
Colin is ready to go to preschool like no other and is *just* too young. (We are also in no hurry, whatsoever!) Colin hustles into the classroom along with Christopher, washes his hands, and goes straight to work with whatever activities are out for the day. Poor guy, he never gets to stay very long, but he's always overjoyed to see his big brother at pick up time. Soon enough, though...
Favorite things to shout out loud: No, Pasta, Alright!!!, Mama
Favorite foods: Chocolate, Pasta, Grapes, Salmon, Eggs
Favorite pajamas: Too-small alligator top with guitar-covered pants and red Australia socks
Favorite book: That's Not My Train!
Favorite song: Wheels (on the Bus)
We've enjoyed the last of the summer weather with a few more visitors, bike rides, and a block party. We really are lucky to live in such a beautiful neighborhood within this great city. The block party included a visit from a city firetruck which sprayed the street with its huge hose for a good 15 minutes and gave the kids a chance to cool off from the heat. People pulled out their barbeques and tables and lawn chairs and the kids were all free to scooter and bike and run in the street until it was too dark to see. We shared good drinks, tomatoes from our gardens, baked goodies and, of course, s'mores over a fire pit. We were all happy and exhausted.
This week marks the beginning of preschool and hopefully some fall weather. Tomorrow the late summer heatwave will peak at 95! and then start to decline. We are ready to fling the windows open and go enjoy some apple picking and leaf raking.
Happy beginnings, everyone.
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