Sun Jan 23

We met up with Faith, Lee and the girls today for brunch at The Herb Box in Eden Prairie. It was soo good. How can you really go wrong with red velvet pancakes topped with mascarpone creme, fresh fruit, and gran marnier syrup.

Sat Jan 22

Remy loves being a big boy (8 months now!!) and sitting in a high chair when we're eating out.

Fri Jan 21

Having fun with Brookie at IGM gymnastics. Stella always finds this bear there and has to haul it around.

Thurs Jan 20

Today was Remy's first time riding in the front of a shopping cart.

Wed Jan 19

Today, Remy and I started an Early Childhood Education Class through the Prior Lake/Savage school district and Stella would be going to sibling care in the room across the hall. This was a huge step for both of us since Stella hasn't been cared for by a stranger in a long time. Miss Out-going ran in the room and didn't look back. She loves her teacher, Ms. Moe. You can tell it's a success when she doesn't want to leave and go home!

Tues Jan 18

Having fun in Stella's crib after her nap. Remy looks forward to this moment everyday and actually giggles and starts flapping his arms and legs when I open the door to her dark room.

Mon Jan 17

Stella is assembling our french bread pizzas that we're having for lunch.

Sun Jan 16

Sat Jan 15

We started a babysitting swap with our neighbors, Jill, Josh, and their son, Tyler. We'll take turns watching each others kids at least once a month. We're looking forward to having a guaranteed night out minus the cost of a babysitter. They had a lot of fun!

Fri Jan 14

Ninja baby

Thurs Jan 13

Glitter paints.

Wed Jan 12

Stella is excited to be getting her haircut.

Tues Jan 11

Happy boy.

Mon Jan 10

Stella likes to take care of her baby brother. Here, she made him a bed with a pillow and proceeded to cover him with blankets. He doesn't seem to mind.

Sun Jan 9

Can't enough of her new paints.

Sat Jan 8

Taking a break to snack with Brookie at Jumps & Downs.

Friday Jan 7

Remy is showing off his new teeth! The fourth one just broke through.

Thursday Jan 6

Building a skeleton with Brookie at Shakopee Library's Play & Learn Event.

Wed Jan 5

I could give Damico's a run for their money with my Pumpkin Cookies with Maple Frosting copycat recipe. Yum!

Tues Jan 4

Remy and Tyler (neighbor) playing in the ball pit.

Mon Jan 3

Remy's 1st haircut! Mark did a great job and Remy looks even more handsome. We also pretended to give Stella a haircut, too.

Sun Jan 2

Ugh, sometimes Stella and Chapstick don't mix. I knew I should have peeked in her tent sooner because this is what she was up to...."I put lip stuff on, Mommy."

Sat Jan 1

We got a babysitter tonight and went out for some sushi. Our meal was so good! I had a diet coke (can't remember the last time I had caffeine!) and some incredible rolls.

Friday Dec 31

We couldn't get a babysitter for New Year's Eve, so we decided to have some fun at the MOA. Stella met Sponge Bob and had to show him her dance moves, skips, and hops. Below, she's really excited to be above 36" to go on more rides!

Thursday Dec 30

Remy's having a good time in his exersaucer.

Wed Dec 29

Trying on Dad's helmet. She HAD to have the visor down.

Tues Dec 28

Remy likes playing with toys in his high chair.

Mon Dec 27

Remy really likes Stella's new ball pit. (Thanks Auntie Chelsie & Uncle Chase!) Stella is trying out her new foam roller and paint set.

Sun Dec 26

Remy tried cherries for the first time.

Sat Dec 25

Christmas Day!

Friday Dec 24

Christmas Eve. We had a nice dinner at home and I made my first ham, which turned out amazing! Above, Stella is drinking sparkling juice out of her own fancy glass. Grammy Chris read Stella 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Stella set out milk and cookies for Santa and carrots for the reindeer.

Thurs Dec 23

Stella and Grammy Chris are playing with stickers until our food is ready (at Red Lobster). Stella couldn't get enough lobster, snow crab, and shrimp. Expensive tastes for a 2 year old.

Wed Dec 22

Stella is trying out her new glitter paints. Above, I made my first waffle with my new Belgian waffle maker. Whole wheat pumpkin. Soooo good.