Sofia was poised and very excited for her parts. We are so proud of her!
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Sofia's Winter Program
We went with all the grandparents to watch Sofia perform in her program tonight. While there was some argument over whether Sofia would wear a costume to play "Jack Frost", she decided that the dress she found on a shopping trip with her dad was better. (I agreed.)
Sofia was poised and very excited for her parts. We are so proud of her!
Sofia was poised and very excited for her parts. We are so proud of her!
December 2012
We started off the month with Daddy and I planning a trip, me holiday shopping with Sofia while Samantha had a friend over, followed by Daddy getting sick and me taking the girls to meet friends downtown for the Holidazzle parade. It was chaotic navigating due to my interpretation of Daddy's directions, but we got where we needed to go. The grownups didn't see much of the parade, but the kids all enjoyed it!
There was wacky hair day at Samantha's school so we twisted her hair up.
During our first big snowstorm of the season, the girls and I played outside for hours. Ely's reaction was funny and playful. I made a snowman that turned into a gymnast when the weather warmed up. "Frosty" (as Sofia calls it), is now stuck in a back bend/bridge since he fell over.
Both of our girls participated in their gymnastics winter meet. They are scored on their routines and compete against all other kids in their level. Our girls performed very well and we are so proud of them! Nana and Papa came to watch, which the girls really appreciated. We recorded all of their events so we can watch them whenever we want.
Samantha is very proud of her gingerbread house that she made at school. She even shared it with Sofia when it was time to eat it!
There was wacky hair day at Samantha's school so we twisted her hair up.
We also had a lot of leisure time when Ely would cuddle with whomever was lying around.
During our first big snowstorm of the season, the girls and I played outside for hours. Ely's reaction was funny and playful. I made a snowman that turned into a gymnast when the weather warmed up. "Frosty" (as Sofia calls it), is now stuck in a back bend/bridge since he fell over.
Both of our girls participated in their gymnastics winter meet. They are scored on their routines and compete against all other kids in their level. Our girls performed very well and we are so proud of them! Nana and Papa came to watch, which the girls really appreciated. We recorded all of their events so we can watch them whenever we want.
Samantha is very proud of her gingerbread house that she made at school. She even shared it with Sofia when it was time to eat it!
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Happy Hanukkah!
It was a crazy 8 days for us!
Hanukkah started with a snowstorm, which kept us outside for hours sledding, building a snow castle and snowman and clearing the walk/driveways. We also managed to bake cookies.
Everyone enjoyed their gifts throughout the holiday and capped it off with dinner and a gift free-for-all at Uncle Todd's and Aunt Shelly's house.
On Friday Daddy went to both Samantha and Sofia's classrooms to talk about the holiday. He explained the history and talked about being Jewish. The kids in both classes were engaged asking questions. Daddy even brought tootsie rolls to use as gelt for the dreidel game. I'm proud of Daddy for doing it and happy that everyone had fun!
From Samantha: Me and my Classmates had so much FUN playing dreidel!
Hanukkah started with a snowstorm, which kept us outside for hours sledding, building a snow castle and snowman and clearing the walk/driveways. We also managed to bake cookies.
Everyone enjoyed their gifts throughout the holiday and capped it off with dinner and a gift free-for-all at Uncle Todd's and Aunt Shelly's house.
On Friday Daddy went to both Samantha and Sofia's classrooms to talk about the holiday. He explained the history and talked about being Jewish. The kids in both classes were engaged asking questions. Daddy even brought tootsie rolls to use as gelt for the dreidel game. I'm proud of Daddy for doing it and happy that everyone had fun!
From Samantha: Me and my Classmates had so much FUN playing dreidel!
Friday, December 7, 2012
Sofia's field trip with Grammy chaperoning
Sofia's school went to see Disney On Ice and Grammy chaperoned! Sofia was so excited about seeing her favorite characters and had fun with her Grammy! I'm grateful that Grammy was able to go to continue our tradition of having at least one family member chaperon the girl's field trips.
Sofia's also entered a new stage in her speech: the "And guess what" phase. She is hilarious to listen to because everything begins with, "and guess what". This will probably pass quickly, but for now it is comical and sweet.
Sofia's also entered a new stage in her speech: the "And guess what" phase. She is hilarious to listen to because everything begins with, "and guess what". This will probably pass quickly, but for now it is comical and sweet.
Friday, November 30, 2012
November 2012
We began the month with conferences at Samantha's school. Daddy made it home just in time. It's obvious to everyone that Samantha loves school and is doing very well!
Happy Birthday to Bill! We hope you liked your video song from the girls!
Grammy stayed late to be a character in a play that Samantha needed performers for. As Samantha was explaining the plot, she looked me in the eyes and affirmed that she was in charge. Thankfully she wasn't mean about it, it was very sweet! I recorded some video that showcases her directing ability that we've been watching over and over again. It's a great memory!
I started my new job! I keep reminding myself to be patient and that it takes energy to process change. It's necessary that I make an effort to take some time for myself. I got a little time with some friends and I appreciate that, even though I'm sad I missed time at the zoo with Jordan and Dylan. Daddy took pictures though and everyone wore themselves out!
The girls and I went to a fundraiser at Samantha's school. There was plenty of music for dancing and running around! Everyone was exhausted by the end of the night. This is the best shot from the night since they couldn't stand still for a decent picture!
Daddy took some time with Sofia and they hung out at an arcade with a friend of Daddy's and his 2 sons. Sofia loved it and came home with lots of stuff from the claw game.
We had conferences at preschool for Sofia too! She is a leader and is progressing a lot on reading. We are so proud of her!
The photo above is Sofia holding a friend's new baby. Mazel tov to Adam! Daddy finally got to take both girls to see the baby. I think they've been enjoying spending more time with Daddy lately and I'm glad to see it!
Happy Birthday to Bill! We hope you liked your video song from the girls!
Grammy stayed late to be a character in a play that Samantha needed performers for. As Samantha was explaining the plot, she looked me in the eyes and affirmed that she was in charge. Thankfully she wasn't mean about it, it was very sweet! I recorded some video that showcases her directing ability that we've been watching over and over again. It's a great memory!
The girls and I went to a fundraiser at Samantha's school. There was plenty of music for dancing and running around! Everyone was exhausted by the end of the night. This is the best shot from the night since they couldn't stand still for a decent picture!
Daddy took some time with Sofia and they hung out at an arcade with a friend of Daddy's and his 2 sons. Sofia loved it and came home with lots of stuff from the claw game.
We had conferences at preschool for Sofia too! She is a leader and is progressing a lot on reading. We are so proud of her!
The photo above is Sofia holding a friend's new baby. Mazel tov to Adam! Daddy finally got to take both girls to see the baby. I think they've been enjoying spending more time with Daddy lately and I'm glad to see it!
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Thanksgiving Weekend 2012
Daddy cooked a wonderful meal for us yet again! Papa grilled the lamb to perfection. We had a small group, but it was good company. Sofia had spent the night at Grammy's so she was home later. Samantha helped Daddy and I get the house ready and made the Pumpkin pie mostly on her own. I'm so proud of how independent she is and her constant desire to learn.
Here she is enjoying some time with her cousins. It was a treat for her to play with them without her sister.
Since the family was over and there wasn't another date available, we all sang, "Happy Birthday" to Sofia and she got even more presents. It's been a crazy couple of weeks with birthdays!
I had to work the day after the holiday, so Daddy was on his own. He took the girls to finally see a friend's baby and we had a leisurely evening of Thanksgiving leftovers.
On Saturday, we had a relaxed morning before taking the girls for gymnastics practice while Daddy and I discussed a trip to celebrate our upcoming milestone anniversary. Then we picked Ely up from his grooming adventure and came home to snack for a bit. The girls had requested we go swimming and Daddy finally got to work with Samantha at the pool. Sofia got some time too and is now able to go down the waterslides herself! This was a huge moment for her and an extra blessing now that she is 5 years old. It was a beautiful sight to see Sofia so happy with herself. Both girls loved having Daddy in the pool with us!
We spent Sunday alternating between relaxing and preparing for the upcoming week. Our family has so much to be grateful for since we are blessed both in circumstance and because we have each other.
Here she is enjoying some time with her cousins. It was a treat for her to play with them without her sister.
Since the family was over and there wasn't another date available, we all sang, "Happy Birthday" to Sofia and she got even more presents. It's been a crazy couple of weeks with birthdays!
I had to work the day after the holiday, so Daddy was on his own. He took the girls to finally see a friend's baby and we had a leisurely evening of Thanksgiving leftovers.
On Saturday, we had a relaxed morning before taking the girls for gymnastics practice while Daddy and I discussed a trip to celebrate our upcoming milestone anniversary. Then we picked Ely up from his grooming adventure and came home to snack for a bit. The girls had requested we go swimming and Daddy finally got to work with Samantha at the pool. Sofia got some time too and is now able to go down the waterslides herself! This was a huge moment for her and an extra blessing now that she is 5 years old. It was a beautiful sight to see Sofia so happy with herself. Both girls loved having Daddy in the pool with us!
We spent Sunday alternating between relaxing and preparing for the upcoming week. Our family has so much to be grateful for since we are blessed both in circumstance and because we have each other.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Sofia's 5th Birthday
Sofia is 5!
We had her "friend" birthday party yesterday. The kids went wild on the inflatables and had a blast! I think they enjoyed making the "scary face" picture you see below!
Daddy brought cookies to preschool to help celebrate her actual birthday. The kids managed to consume all the treats and Sofia loved the extra attention for her special day. Then we went out to dinner with Grammy to eat fries and get another present.
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