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Birthday Weekend: Friday

14 September 2012 Emerson, Family, Friends, Milestone

For the entire year leading up to Emerson’s second birthday I’ve been dreaming it would be filled with confetti falling from the sky, balloons as far as the eye can reach, circus performers in the front yard…. something extraordinary! We awakened on that 7th day of September to the harsh reality that time was not going to halt so that we might run around with ribbon dancers and frolic happily in a meadow. Oh no.  We were thrown into the regular whirlwind morning routine complete with a floor of yogurt and a disheveled mother which led into a full day of work for me and daycare for E.  This particular...

Two Step

8 September 2012 Emerson, Milestone

Happy 2nd Birthday (yesterday) to my enchanting Emerson! We love you and can’t wait to see what the next year brings! Enjoy some wonderful photos from E’s 2 year shoot. Many thanks to the girls at Emery Photo+Design — your patience and creativity are very refreshing!...

Putting the ‘P’ in Potty

30 August 2012 Emerson, Milestone, Wisdom

A few months ago we began hearing the word ‘potty’ fly out of Emerson’s mouth left and right; it was time to shop for her special seat. Of course we ended up with a decked-out throne complete with side compartments for reading materials/entertainment and the doodad necessary for a fully functioning toilet paper roll. It may not play music, but the lid folds down to serve its dual purpose as a sturdy step-stool or bench so we hope it will be used during potty training and far beyond.The plan was to make it available to her for familiarization but not force it until we knew she was completely ready. She...

21 Month Update

7 June 2012 Emerson, Milestone

How could I not want 10 kids just like her! This little person is truly the best thing that’s ever happened to me! I want to give credit where credit is due — toddlers are incredibly bright! It’s outstanding that Emerson seems to understand most everything I say even without being very articulate herself. At 21 months she constantly learns news things and continually surprises mom and dad with new interests, expressions, words and emotions. Here’s a little break down of what she’s been up to… At the table Her favorite foods are still cheese, blueberries, yogurt and pasta but she’s been a lot more willing to try new things...