No blogging excuse # 8 - I lost my camera

I have been MIA for a month now.  Just when I was about to update my blog last weekend I couldn't find my darn camera.  That coupled with excuse #11 - Jamie had his laptop in Toronto for business all week, has made for a long stretch without updates.  With Adrian's help I have finally located the camera (he is surprisingly good at finding things).  So volia....

We are all pretty darn happy that the snow has all but disapppered.  I'll be glad when the mud has disappeared as well so I can stop doing an extra load of jackets and splash pants every night.  I am not sure how Adrian manages to get so very dirty but he comes home with mud in the most unusual places.

We took in the King's Landing Sugar Bush weekend again this year.  It was really fun.  Our first year without a stroller to try to manage which was nice!  The animals were a hit and we drove home to the sounds of pig snort imitations which was amusing.  Vivian loved the pigs from afar but had no intention of touching them.  Adrian was actually interested in the history part.  Last weekend we were sitting in the car waiting at a set of lights when all of the sudden he busts out the question 'Mommy, did you used to ride a horse when you were a kid?'.  This was puzzling to me.  I inquired if he meant for fun or to get from place to place to which he replied 'To get from place to place.  Did you ride a horse to school?'.  Funny boy.  I can only assume this is a result of our trip to King's Landing.

Sitting in the horse buggy aka Mommy's childhood school bus.

And to think I wonder where Adrian comes up with some of his naughty ideas!

Vivian is totally potty trained except for nights.  It is awesome and was oh so easy.  It really only took us a couple of days and she had it down pat.  She has no problem telling us when she has to go although she does get a little panicky when the urge hits.  I think her strong dislike of messes has helped the process along.

Look at her adorable 'ponies'.  Nobody is allowed to touch her hair except her teacher "Rora" (Laura).  I am itching to play with her hair but the most she will let me do is put a clip in and that is only if she is in a generous mood.  Usualy I am met with "No, Rora do it" whenever I try. Adrian has informed me that this is because "Laura is just more gentle.".  Hmph.  I think it is time for her first haircut but I am scared to broach the topic.  If only Laura could also cut hair.

"Rora do it"

We are looking forward to summer but are trying to enjoy the free weekends while we still have them.  Swimming lessons are going well and it turns out Adrian is a natural in the water.  He actually decided to try them without his life jacket and has no problems (they don't go over their heads yet).  We are looking forward to developing these swimming skills outside!



What girl doesn't like shoes?  Vivian likes to try various pairs on and then clomp around the house.

Standing on his head.

Adrian 'reading' to Vivian.  (He has this book memorized but she doesn't know that.)

I told them to look tough.  Are you scared?

Maybe you should be scared... check out the shiner.  Adrian vs the kitchen island.  Guess who won.  I tried to put the kitchen island on 'time out' which is always good to get them laughing.

Swimming Lessons

We started swimming lessons today.  Vivian got the giggles every time I mentioned swimming the week prior and Adrian insisted that he would have nothing to do with swimming.  So we get there and Vivian cries the whole time and Adrian jumps in and starts swimming.  I'll never figure them out.  I think Vivian's issue was missing her nap.

Actually Adrian was his anxious self when we first got there.  I told him he needed to know how to swim for PEI this summer and he told me he didn't care because he didn't want to go to PEI.  I knew right then that we were in trouble because PEI is his equivalent to Disney World right now. I was prepared to take him back to the dressing room and call it a day.  I coaxed him to the 2nd step in the pool with me (yes I was the crazy Mom with the rolled up jeans in the pool).  He paused and then just jumped in and started swimming.  I was so very proud of him.  He has always had a big anxiety problem when it comes to doing new things (especially without us) so seeing him muster the courage to try this warmed my heart.  Good job Adrian!

March Break?

March is here.  Unfortunately we are not on March Break.  Our work and daycare continues on.  But just knowing that March Break is here gives me hope.  Before you know it it will be Spring!  I am trying to stay positive about all the snow because I find it funny to choose to live in NB and then complain about the winter but well.... let's just say I am ready for Spring. :)

Adrian and Vivian have March Break festivities at school this week which is a nice thing for them to look forward to.  Adrian gets to wear his PJs all week which he thinks is fantastic.  They also have some outings to enjoy.  I love their daycare as they are very creative when it comes to getting them out of their routines a bit. While I wish we were home this week or travelling I am happy to push through and save my vacation for summer time.

Happy March Break!  Some random pictures....

Looking cute in her Christmas sweater from Aunt Tracey.

Dare devil? (Not so much, she was very careful and has not attempted it since.)

 

Digging a hole... not a lot else to do in 5 feet of snow.

 

Oh he loves to vaccuum!  Why do I fight it?

Hot Chocolate

What's better than hot chocolate after a day of playing outside? The funny thing is I don't even think they like hot chocolate, rather they like the idea of drinking a hot beverage out of a mug.  Look at Adrian's rosy cheeks.

It's Potty Time!

Vivian is ready to potty train!  When did this happen?  We started using the potty as a novelty and then progressed to wearing underwear around the house the past few weekends.  This Saturday she woke up and was not happy when Daddy tried to put the diaper back on her in the morning.  She wanted her underwear on! She had a successful weekend.  The only problem we have is that she hasn't quite figured out #2 yet which resulted in a couple of messes about which she was absolutely mortified. Mortified!

Adrian is her biggest supporter in the process.  (Could it be because he gets a treat when she does?)  He cheers her on and even says 'Good try' when nothing happens.  Oh it is sweet.  Almost as sweet as the gummy bears they get when she is successful. (:

She is doing great and we couldn't be prouder.  The next step is committing to full time potty training at preschool which I think we are for.  Wow, I really can't imagine my life without diapers!

Oh yeah, check it out... they are underwear.  No diapers here.  (The funny thing is she wants to wear Adrian's 'old school' training pants, not her cute little underwear that I picked out.)

Another success.  (With a sucker to show for it this time.)

Happy Mommy and Vivian.