Work Weekend

Emma Claire when I returned home yesterday:

"mommy, I missed you today"

Daddy Day

Brad is super-daddy. It is a daddy weekend because I work. First of all, he gets Emma Claire dressed... As cute as she can be. Complete outfit (not backwards - except for the turtleneck), matching tights and perfect piggies.



Took both kids to see Marjorie, took them along to his haircut, AND to Target.
Arnold ate two large rice cereal portions. And - this is the icing on the cake - Emma Claire was napping when I got home.

Approaching Three

As we approach the big 3 ("mama, is it my birthday yet?, I am ready for my birthday"), I am realizing how grown up and independent Emma Claire is becoming. Even the "twos" fits, etc. are becoming less and less frequent.

She started her "on her own" Little Gym class on Friday. I was definitely a proud parent, watching as she, and all the other kids, followed instructions and had fun in class. She would look out into the lobby and wave every so often. Unbelievable.

Seems like the world of extra curricular activities open up now at age 3, which I am excited about. Now... what to participate in? I am anxiously awaiting the Golden Valley Parks and Rec Summer catalog's arrival in the mail! I signed her up for "Kids Club" at Brookview, starting on Wednesday mornings in February.

Emma Claire has always been one to love to "go" and "do" things. I am excited to continue to watch her learn and grow and develop interests. I am also excited for our world here to continue to open up and to make meet new people. More to come...

Fancy...

Emma Claire and best pal, Addie

Observation of a Toddler

Emma Claire: "boys stand up and girls sit down on the potty".

Time to move the camera...

out of the crib.

Arnold Daily Note 1/25/11

I always enjoy the daily notes from Calvary. It is fun to hear the highlights of Emma Claire and Arnold's day. I thought Arnold's from yesterday especially was sweet.

"Rolling over a lot more on his own. Arnold gives the best hugs. Nothing more adorable and sweet than a hug from something so tiny and cute :-) Enjoyed jumping in the jumperoo!".