Photo series: Phone dump

I got some new specs.  Warby Parker is the way to go.  I loved the whole process.  I love the look.  And, truly, the price; what's not to love?  

W's valentines for his teachers.  Because I lack a single crafting bone in my body, I feel rather proud of these.  

Valentine's breakfast

Every two-year-old needs Valentine boxers, right?  Thumbs up, Laura.  

Any time D and I go out, W always thinks we're going to the temple.  Though it's not always the case, maybe we're doing something right for W to think that.  I'll take it.  

Siblings

W thought it was hilarious to wear it around.  He looks so grown up!

I love this picture of Lizzy.  She played in bed with me and Buzz Lightyear one afternoon (when she should have been napping).  

Twinners!

Pre-church

W is a stellar big brother.  Proof.  

My sister...

...she's what I call famous.  (wink)

Her wedding was featured here.  The feature makes the wedding look incredible.  It was even more magical in person.
Yay Lizzy!

EVR: Ten months

1.31.2012

Lizzy is ten months old!

• Her hair is getting longer and thicker.  Her hair clips are looking more promising.
• She sucks on her pacifier on one side of her mouth and sticks her tongue out the other side.
• She's letting go and standing on her own.
• If you can't find her, your best bets are to look in the laundry room where the dog food is or in any of the bathrooms with an open-lid toilet.  Those are her favorite spots.  (Gross)
• She's saying "mamamama" and "dadadada" more often.  "Ggggg"is her preferred sound.
• She prefers finger foods over being spoon-fed.  Blueberries, cheerios, bananas and breads are faves.
• We're pretty sure she has a dairy allergy/sensitivity. Since cutting out yogurt and cheese from her diet, she no longer screams through the night.  (Hallelujah!)
• She will play along with Pat-A-Cake, and loves to clap her hands and throw them in the air.
• She's a "So big!" pro, too.
• Her favorite activity is to empty things.  Anything.  Books from shelves.  Clothing from drawers and baskets.  CDs from cases.  Magazines from racks.  Toys from bins.  Everything!

We love this girl.  She is busy, yet calm.  She is stoic, but so excitable.  She already seems to know what she wants -- and lets us know when we interfere with her wishes.  She is quietly strong.  

I think she's the best. 

 

Blues Game 1.16.2011

Dave loves hockey.  He'll always accept an invitation to attend one of the St. Louis Blues hockey games.  And if he isn't attending, he's likely watching it at home.  He isn't in front of the TV with a Blues jersey on, pretzel in hand, and jumping up and down.  But he's still a big fan.

Whenever D goes to a game, Winston's always bummed that he can't go.  So for Christmas, I gave Winston and Dave tickets to a game.  Just W and Dad; kind of special.  

Turns out, if you're under three, you don't need your own ticket, so I tagged along on their special date last week.  And it was just that:  special.  W wore his Blues hat, just like his dad.  He cheered, "Go Blues!" over and over.  He ate a whole pack of cookies by himself and shared part of daddy's treat, too.  He loved the crowds.  He loved walking to/from the game outside in the city.  He had a lot to say all night long.  So fun to just be mom, dad and W.  It was a treat to watch.  He was delighted.  

{Walking to our seats}

{Fascination.}  

Several of the Cardinals players were in a suite behind us.  W was happy to see David Freese.  

{Go Blues!}

KC

Made a quick trip to Kansas City over the weekend.  Nearly four hours in the car and the kids were champs.  Champs!  

{Books, toys, treats, games only lasted so long.  Martha Speaks and Cars to the rescue.}

{KC Temple, near completion}

{Pooped! Riding in the car is a lot of work.}

Phone dump

I still have yet to post about Christmas.  Seems I can't make it to the computer for longer than two minutes at a time.  So here's our phone camera documentation of life lately.  

{Butterfly House -- W trying so hard to be still so a butterfly will land on his arm.  No luck.}

{Rainbow Room -- indoor playground showroom and best kept secret around town}

{Unseasonably warm weather}

{Early lunch at Pappy's BBQ.  W has never consumed so much in one sitting.  He could've won an eating contest.}

{Stroll/bike through Forest Park}