The last week has been a whirlwind of milestones for our little cupcake. First on Friday while out with Mommy she decided to wave hello and goodbye to all the strangers in the mall. We’ve been trying to get her to wave and it was nice to see that she’s picked it up and shared it with the world.
Then last night she decided to showcase some of here other recent milestones. First while playing on the floor with me she climbed up on me and said Dada. she followed that with mama while looking at Melissa. These aren’t the first time she’s said Mama or Dada, but to hear them right after the other was great. Then later while playing with mommy on the floor she grabbed Chloe and said kitty. I was impressed with how well Chloe handled having her little hands grabbing her. Violet really likes our cat, unlike Jacob when he was a baby.
Its amazing how its the little things that bring a smile to my face and makes me realize how much my little girl has grown.
Today was a bit of a relaxing day… It started early, Jacob didn’t seem to care that we set the clocks back during the night, but at least Violet seemed to sleep a little later. So for a while before the women woke up, it was a tired Daddy and energetic little hanging out. It was a nice morning, though both Melissa and Violet joined us pretty early, before the adjusted 9am. Being Sunday Jacob wanted to go to church, he really likes Sunday school plus he enjoys singing in the church during Communion.
Melissa and I might have headed to church this fine morning, but we had plans to see our friends and their 1 month old. So instead of brining Jacob with use for a visit with friends, he went to church with his Nan, something they do together regularly. Between the TTC adventure to get there, the Sunday school and singing while there, plus any fun they get to afterwards its quite an exciting day for our little guy.
We had a nice visit with friend sand returned to a slipping child. We spent the rest of the day just relaxing. A nice way to end the weekend and begin the new month. I have a lot of plans for the new moths, plans I had thought about kicking off today, but as the day turned into one of relocation, I’ve decided to put off my big November plans until tomorrow. After all Monday seem like a better day to start something new then Sunday.
So tonight was Halloween and our little ones dressed up and headed out for a night of Tricks and Treats. Violet as a Bumble Bee and Jacob as a Pirate. A good time was had by all, though Violet was a little crabby. We were out past her bed time. It will be interesting next year when she’s walking. Enjoy the pictures.
Tonight was night to spend with the family. Though we didn’t spent it in a traditional way. We had a quick jaunt to the mall to pick up the last few pieces of our kids costumes and while we were out we grabbed dinner. Wasn’t exciting, but I think we all enjoyed it. Though as we were coming home Jacob wanted to head out somewhere else. but then he’s three and he’s always up for an adventure.
Our little violet had some fun of her own. While we were having dinner she grabbed a roll from the table. She went to town on it. It was quite cute to watch. Of course we didn’t let her finish it all. It’s amazing how well she managed to it with her to 2 little teeth.
Tomorrow is Halloween, I’ll try to get the pictures of our little Bumble Bee and Pirate in tomorrows post. Otherwise it will have to wait until Sundays. Though I hope to start the month off with a more reflective post. I’ll see how the day goes. With all the excitement around Halloween and the regular weekend stuff it’s going to be a busy day tomorrow.
Today our little family headed out to Whittamore’s Farm at last getting to do one of the fall family outings that we planned. We left later then we usually would have because of a rough night of sleeping for Jacob. We even thought about not going but the day was just to beautiful to waste.
It was Violets first visit to Whittamores, so Mommy and Daddy had to get a picture with our little girl.
Leaving later might have had some hidden benefits, though the farm was busy it didn’t feel as crowded as it has in past years. Like when we went to find a table for lunch, the picnic area was almost deserted.
We saw some animals, Wooden and real.
The kids both found something to ride.
Of course with the crowd we had to wait in some lines
And some things Jacob wasn’t big enough for
Of course there are lots of places to play
Of course what would be a trip to a Pumpkin farm without choosing a pumpkin. The kids were really helpful during the process. The one thing I can’t believe is that Violet is wearing Jacobs old Pumpkin hat.
All in all it was a great day at the farm. I just love family traditions.
The fall seems to be slipping away. We had a lots of plans for family outings but as the weeks slip past we haven’t made it to any. Apart from having Melissa’s family over for Thanksgiving dinner our fall has been a bust. It seems every weekend with either have other plans or the weather spites us.
This weekend we have a dilemma, do we go to the Whittamore’s Farm a family tradition that Melissa and I have had since we were dating. Or we go to the Boo at the Zoo. We could try and do both, but realistically that doesn’t seem likely. So we are left with a choice do we go for the family tradition or start a new one.
Of course there are a few great events in the months to come. We have The Santa Claus Parade and the Santa Train, and of there will be The Santa Experience and probably a visit to a mall Santa, but though they are all grate family traditions they are all more wintery. It’s a shame that it looks like we’re going to miss out on most our Fall traditions. Perhaps next year will work out better.
Today our family celebrated Thanksgiving, Melissa and I hosted her family for a dinner of Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, gravy, and I can’t for get Stuffing. We also had Pie with whipped cream for desert. It was a great dinner, Melissa did an amazing job making all the food. As a rule we let Melissa handle all the cooking, my role in the kitchen is one of minion. Fetching, Lifting, cleaning and even some tasting. We find this produces the best meals. Which is fair, though I tried to learn to cook a few years ago, I’m much happy leaving that chore to others.
A memorable part of dinner tonight for me was watching Violet sitting in her high chair enjoying the dinner with the family. She happily feed herself chunks of potato and carrot. She looked like such a big girl. Combine that with her close to picking up a new sign this after noon, and I’m forced to accept that my baby girl will be nine months in 9 short days.
Enough talk about my growing little girl, I think that all the food is getting to me. I’m tired and would like to just curl up and go to sleep… in fact I think I will embrace the turkey coma.
Family traditions is something Melissa and I feel strongly about. One we would like to start is the Family dinner. Of course wanting to and doing can sometimes be completely different matter. Though we try to eat together every night, it doesn’t work out as often as we’d like. Between my working and other evening events it doesn’t always workout. So tonight we had ourselves a nice Sunday dinner. Tonight it was a nice Roast beef with mashed potatoes and Corn. Next week we’re debating either a pork roast or some nice ribs. I’m hoping that we can make it a weekly thing. Of course in 4 short months when Melissa goes back to work it will be harder to find a Sunday where the family can gather for a meal. But we plan on trying.
