Greetings!
We last updated the blog at the end of last summer (2013). So lots of catching up to do... Here is a quick recap of the past year, which of course culminated this summer with Emily's arrival :-)
FALL 2013
September began with a "photo shoot" as we were told we needed family photos for Adam's preschool. We may have gone slightly overboard with this, but got this beautiful shot!
The major milestone of 2013 - Adam began his educational career! This of course involved a juice box.
October brought along the requisite visit to a pumpkin patch. Adam showing off some muscles...
He decided to be Thomas for Halloween. A case where it is helpful when one's child is extremely invested (ahem, understatement) in a particular character making the "costume" decision easy. All aboard!
In November, we visited a beautiful B&B in upstate NY. It is noted that our hair matches the scenery :)
December brought Hannukah and many gifts of Thomas toys.
Adam showing off his growing train collection and his ability to cleverly organize (or hoard?) objects while wearing mismatched pajamas.
New Year's eve was daddy's birthday. Adam and Safta baked a cake. Happy birthday, Jay - and happy 2014!
We took a family "selfie" that shows we know how to follow trends. Cool Bacows!
Adam, as always, had a blast with his friend Jordyn - this time, in matching moose pajamas. A rowdy evening of jumping on the bed and avoiding sleep ensued.
Goodbye Park City. See you next time!
In February, we embarked on the famous parent and toddler journey known as "potty training." This is Adam in his pre-contemplation stage where he began seriously considering participating in this project. First step - sitting on the potty while fully clothed.
Next step - using the potty, with Elmo.
SPRING 2014:
In March, Adam had his very first school photo taken. This is Adam "helping" the photographer, behind the scenes.
Adam had great fun with this cake that said "Happy Birthday Addam." A friend of ours commented that at least it did not say, Happy Birthday Saddam! Oops...
We visited a good friend's baby and Adam got to practice the art of being a big brother. He gave baby Lily a bottle and then promptly tried to climb on top of mommy. Uh oh...
Adam celebrated his birthday again, at school. Cupcakes galore!
We did of course actually observe Passover (and as a prize for finding the afikomen, Adam got an... you guessed it... egg!)
In May, Adam had his first toddler celebrity sighting. Thomas was kind enough to grant him a photo.
Family photo with a visibly knocked up Terri.
In June, Adam served as a male model for Zayde's fabulous new line of sunglasses, Pau Rio (for those who want to look as smashingly cool as Adam does, feel free to visit www.paurio.com)
June was a busy month as we (Terri) was determined for Adam to have as much entertainment as possible before the baby arrived. This began with a visit to central park's mini amusement park, victorian gardens. Mommy rested and daddy took Adam on a bunch of cool rides.
Adam discovered the fine art of "double dipping" when it comes to popsicles.
He also had his first swim lesson. Very exciting!
We hit the beach in NJ and did some serious wading and castle building.
He even got to ride a boat with his friend Nora. Ahoy mates...!
A week later, Adam got to experience the real thing and was seen aboard Quest with daddy, Uncle Kenny and the gang.
We discovered Adam is an excellent driver.
July 4th weekend began with rain and ended with sunshine. Daddy was kind enough to serve as a water horse.
We last updated the blog at the end of last summer (2013). So lots of catching up to do... Here is a quick recap of the past year, which of course culminated this summer with Emily's arrival :-)
FALL 2013
September began with a "photo shoot" as we were told we needed family photos for Adam's preschool. We may have gone slightly overboard with this, but got this beautiful shot!
And this one! Adam's new nickname is "dimple man" :-)
The major milestone of 2013 - Adam began his educational career! This of course involved a juice box.
October brought along the requisite visit to a pumpkin patch. Adam showing off some muscles...
He decided to be Thomas for Halloween. A case where it is helpful when one's child is extremely invested (ahem, understatement) in a particular character making the "costume" decision easy. All aboard!
In November, we visited a beautiful B&B in upstate NY. It is noted that our hair matches the scenery :)
December brought Hannukah and many gifts of Thomas toys.
Adam showing off his growing train collection and his ability to cleverly organize (or hoard?) objects while wearing mismatched pajamas.
New Year's eve was daddy's birthday. Adam and Safta baked a cake. Happy birthday, Jay - and happy 2014!
WINTER 2014:
January's highlight involved our annual ski trip to Deer Valley. Adam made a big impression on the bunny slope.
We took a family "selfie" that shows we know how to follow trends. Cool Bacows!
Adam, as always, had a blast with his friend Jordyn - this time, in matching moose pajamas. A rowdy evening of jumping on the bed and avoiding sleep ensued.
Goodbye Park City. See you next time!
In February, we embarked on the famous parent and toddler journey known as "potty training." This is Adam in his pre-contemplation stage where he began seriously considering participating in this project. First step - sitting on the potty while fully clothed.
Next step - using the potty, with Elmo.
SPRING 2014:
In March, Adam had his very first school photo taken. This is Adam "helping" the photographer, behind the scenes.
Final product. Success!
At the end of March, Adam celebrated his 3rd birthday at his favorite gym. Thomas even made an appearance in the party decor.
Adam had great fun with this cake that said "Happy Birthday Addam." A friend of ours commented that at least it did not say, Happy Birthday Saddam! Oops...
We visited a good friend's baby and Adam got to practice the art of being a big brother. He gave baby Lily a bottle and then promptly tried to climb on top of mommy. Uh oh...
Adam celebrated his birthday again, at school. Cupcakes galore!
In April, the polar vortex of 2013-2014 finally began to relent.
Adam developed a particular fascination with eggs when he discovered that drugstores sell plastic eggs with toys and candy inside them. Easter and Passover occurred around the same time, so we decided to just go with this (especially when Adam asked whether there would be any "eggs" at Passover...)
We did of course actually observe Passover (and as a prize for finding the afikomen, Adam got an... you guessed it... egg!)
In May, Adam had his first toddler celebrity sighting. Thomas was kind enough to grant him a photo.
In May, we also celebrated mother's day with a fabulous brunch at the Smith. Adam and Zayde make a great team.
Family photo with a visibly knocked up Terri.
Go Sox!
In June, Adam served as a male model for Zayde's fabulous new line of sunglasses, Pau Rio (for those who want to look as smashingly cool as Adam does, feel free to visit www.paurio.com)
June was a busy month as we (Terri) was determined for Adam to have as much entertainment as possible before the baby arrived. This began with a visit to central park's mini amusement park, victorian gardens. Mommy rested and daddy took Adam on a bunch of cool rides.
Adam discovered the fine art of "double dipping" when it comes to popsicles.
He also had his first swim lesson. Very exciting!
We hit the beach in NJ and did some serious wading and castle building.
Adam could not contain his enthusiasm for the train at Fantasy Island... or perhaps the pretty lady in pink sitting next to him.
He even got to ride a boat with his friend Nora. Ahoy mates...!
A week later, Adam got to experience the real thing and was seen aboard Quest with daddy, Uncle Kenny and the gang.
We discovered Adam is an excellent driver.
July 4th weekend began with rain and ended with sunshine. Daddy was kind enough to serve as a water horse.
The following weekend, we received a surprise in the form of a baby sister...! To be continued...
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