We got to go for a nice walk to the park,
and we got to have dinner together,
and just had some good time together hanging out before bedtime! It went too fast as always, come back soon, guys!
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Uncle E and Aunt D
Fortunately, we didn't have time to get sad about our cousins' departure, because Uncle Eric and Aunt Diana arrived just a few hours later!
We got to go for a nice walk to the park,
and we got to have dinner together,
and just had some good time together hanging out before bedtime! It went too fast as always, come back soon, guys!
We got to go for a nice walk to the park,
and we got to have dinner together,
and just had some good time together hanging out before bedtime! It went too fast as always, come back soon, guys!
Monday, March 14, 2016
Cousins/Second Cousins Visit
We just got back from a great week spent hanging out, skiing, eating, playing, and laughing with our (second) cousins. They flew into town on Friday, and on Saturday morning, we took them to the farm nearby to get some eggs for our trip, and to stretch everyone's legs before the drive up to the mountains.
We knew there were some baby goats and lambs to see, much to Aspen's excitement, but it turned out there were also lots of baby chicks.
We got up to the condo in Winter Park in time to connect with Uncle Eric and Aunt Diana, who were just getting off the train from California. We all had a nice dinner together
before they had to take off.
We hit the slopes early on Sunday.
Sabine and C both went to ski school, and got to be in the same class, which made the whole day much better for both of them.
On Monday we all got to ski together.
(That's H in front, in the pink, followed by C, with Sabine right on her heels. Mommy's cousin Bob is following behind, and Lara is just in front of them in a light-colored coat, you can see her towards the end.)
Daddy and Aspen stayed back and kept the condo warm for us, and were always excited to see everyone after skiing. We spent a lot of time just relaxing
(This was iteration # 8 or 9. Prior to this, the song had Aspen squealing with laughter, but of course she demurred for the video.)
and even attempted the hot tub
...but it was pretty chilly and Aspen was not thrilled with the snow in her eyes and hair, and the bubbles coming up to her neck, so we didn't stay in long.
But we had some good meals together
and then our family came home on Tuesday afternoon, so that Sabine could get back to school for the rest of the week.
Fortunately, our visit wasn't quite over. We got to see the cousins again on their way out of town. They stayed with us again on Friday, and we all go to go out to dinner together.
It was a great visit, just too short, as always. We love you all so much, and can't wait to see you again before too long!
We knew there were some baby goats and lambs to see, much to Aspen's excitement, but it turned out there were also lots of baby chicks.
We got up to the condo in Winter Park in time to connect with Uncle Eric and Aunt Diana, who were just getting off the train from California. We all had a nice dinner together
before they had to take off.
We hit the slopes early on Sunday.
Sabine and C both went to ski school, and got to be in the same class, which made the whole day much better for both of them.
On Monday we all got to ski together.
(That's H in front, in the pink, followed by C, with Sabine right on her heels. Mommy's cousin Bob is following behind, and Lara is just in front of them in a light-colored coat, you can see her towards the end.)
Daddy and Aspen stayed back and kept the condo warm for us, and were always excited to see everyone after skiing. We spent a lot of time just relaxing
(This was iteration # 8 or 9. Prior to this, the song had Aspen squealing with laughter, but of course she demurred for the video.)
and even attempted the hot tub
...but it was pretty chilly and Aspen was not thrilled with the snow in her eyes and hair, and the bubbles coming up to her neck, so we didn't stay in long.
But we had some good meals together
and then our family came home on Tuesday afternoon, so that Sabine could get back to school for the rest of the week.
Fortunately, our visit wasn't quite over. We got to see the cousins again on their way out of town. They stayed with us again on Friday, and we all go to go out to dinner together.
It was a great visit, just too short, as always. We love you all so much, and can't wait to see you again before too long!
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
So Long, February!
The second half of February was kind of brutal around here. The flu struck our family, and turned into an ear infection for Aspen, croup for Sabine, a nasty cough for everyone, and finally lice came home from school. Fortunately, we are all sorted out, now, and (knock on wood!) germ and bug-free!
We even got to spend last Sunday with our favorite cousins
And have another little celebration for Aspen and Nana at the park.
Nana and Aunt Dani even gave Aspen a slide to take home, and Aspen (and goat!) have spent many happy hours sliding, since then.
We also got the girls some new dolls after an impromptu trip to the mall and the Disney store, to set the mood for an upcoming trip...!
They have been amazingly enamored of the new dolls, and to hear Aspen pronounce "Pocahontas" is really something deliciously cute. It comes out more like "Ho-Ka-Pahn-isss." I'll try and get a video.
Edited to add:
We even got to spend last Sunday with our favorite cousins
And have another little celebration for Aspen and Nana at the park.
Nana and Aunt Dani even gave Aspen a slide to take home, and Aspen (and goat!) have spent many happy hours sliding, since then.
We also got the girls some new dolls after an impromptu trip to the mall and the Disney store, to set the mood for an upcoming trip...!
They have been amazingly enamored of the new dolls, and to hear Aspen pronounce "Pocahontas" is really something deliciously cute. It comes out more like "Ho-Ka-Pahn-isss." I'll try and get a video.
Edited to add:
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Two Years Old!
Happy birthday to our sweet, not-so-baby girl!
Both Aspen and Sabine were sick today. We've had a rough couple of nights, between congestion and coughs, and no one was up for a big celebration. So we've postponed a little party with family until everyone is feeling better, and just kept things quiet and cozy today.
Somehow, even when she's under the weather, this girl manages to have a sense of humor and a lot of love.
Aspen continues to grow and develop, despite any extra boogers or missed sleep! As of yesterday, Sabine is officially pronounced "Sabine"! Aspen's making longer sentences all of the time, like, "Mommy! Let go of my fork!" and she's getting better at galloping and jumping. She's wearing underwear all day now...and for the first time, all night tonight! We'll see how that goes. She's been waking up dry this week, both from naps and nighttime sleeps. It seems too early, but she's been consistent, so we'll just see where this goes and try not to push any more than she's ready for. She's still a very picky eater, but would happily subsist of of ice cream and "happy cake," as she calls it. (Birthday cake.)
Speaking of!
Sabine and I did manage to make a little cake to commemorate the day, today. Aspen is very into Minnie Mouse these days, so that was our small theme. (Thanks very much to Nana for dropping of some balloons today, to help things feel more festive, including a Minnie Mouse balloon! Happiest of birthdays to you, too, Nana! We can't wait to celebrate with you soon.)
Aspen got to blow the candles out for the first time, and did a great job!
Hopefully we'll be ready for more festivities soon. But in the meantime, it's been a very happy year with these two amazing girls, who continue to be close, and a beautiful balance for each other. We feel so lucky to be their parents.
Both Aspen and Sabine were sick today. We've had a rough couple of nights, between congestion and coughs, and no one was up for a big celebration. So we've postponed a little party with family until everyone is feeling better, and just kept things quiet and cozy today.
Somehow, even when she's under the weather, this girl manages to have a sense of humor and a lot of love.
Aspen continues to grow and develop, despite any extra boogers or missed sleep! As of yesterday, Sabine is officially pronounced "Sabine"! Aspen's making longer sentences all of the time, like, "Mommy! Let go of my fork!" and she's getting better at galloping and jumping. She's wearing underwear all day now...and for the first time, all night tonight! We'll see how that goes. She's been waking up dry this week, both from naps and nighttime sleeps. It seems too early, but she's been consistent, so we'll just see where this goes and try not to push any more than she's ready for. She's still a very picky eater, but would happily subsist of of ice cream and "happy cake," as she calls it. (Birthday cake.)
Speaking of!
Sabine and I did manage to make a little cake to commemorate the day, today. Aspen is very into Minnie Mouse these days, so that was our small theme. (Thanks very much to Nana for dropping of some balloons today, to help things feel more festive, including a Minnie Mouse balloon! Happiest of birthdays to you, too, Nana! We can't wait to celebrate with you soon.)
Aspen got to blow the candles out for the first time, and did a great job!
Hopefully we'll be ready for more festivities soon. But in the meantime, it's been a very happy year with these two amazing girls, who continue to be close, and a beautiful balance for each other. We feel so lucky to be their parents.
Sunday, February 14, 2016
Happy Valentine's Day!
Aspen and I had fun, going in to join Sabine in her classroom for their Valentine's Day party on Thursday.
The kids listened to a story and Aspen sat quietly on Sabine's lap on the rug. Then the big kids had snacks, which Aspen was more than delighted to partake in.
Next, they made a ladybug craft
and then got to the real point of the party--opening their valentine's!
Sabine seemed to really enjoy the process, and Aspen found the play kitchen and another younger sibling friend,
So she kept herself busy. And then Aspen found a rocking chair, and it was all over! She does love to rock!
Meanwhile Sabine had to head off to music class and then swimming for her enrichment class, so we ducked out and went home for nap time. And now we're in the middle of a long weekend, for Presidents' Day. We had pancakes and crepes with Nana, Aunt Dani, and the cousins this morning, and our real Valentine's treat: daddy gets to stay home from work tomorrow! We don't have any big plans, just some good family time.
The kids listened to a story and Aspen sat quietly on Sabine's lap on the rug. Then the big kids had snacks, which Aspen was more than delighted to partake in.
Next, they made a ladybug craft
and then got to the real point of the party--opening their valentine's!
Sabine seemed to really enjoy the process, and Aspen found the play kitchen and another younger sibling friend,
So she kept herself busy. And then Aspen found a rocking chair, and it was all over! She does love to rock!
Meanwhile Sabine had to head off to music class and then swimming for her enrichment class, so we ducked out and went home for nap time. And now we're in the middle of a long weekend, for Presidents' Day. We had pancakes and crepes with Nana, Aunt Dani, and the cousins this morning, and our real Valentine's treat: daddy gets to stay home from work tomorrow! We don't have any big plans, just some good family time.
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Mardi Gras
We had our annual Mardi Gras celebration, missing some old friends and welcoming some new! It's become a really fun tradition.
The kids obligingly congregated under the table, and decided who would get the next piece of cake.
The baby was found
and a new queen crowned!
Though everyone enjoyed the cake.
And the play time, afterwards!
Fortunately, this year's queen was pretty benevolent, and she managed to set up a very democratic kingdom, complete with Mayor, Vice Mayor, and assorted town counsel men and women.
Allons, les enfants!
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