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.

Winterfest 2011

What great weather we had for Winterfest this year.  Last year it could have been named 'slushfest'.  (Not so enjoyable.)  We were also more prepared this year knowing what to expect.  (I.e. lots of kleenex and water bottles)  This year was cold and crisp but we were more than comfortable in our snow clothes.  The kids thought it was hilarious that they got dressed in the back of my car.  It was such a novelty.

We got there early try to avoid the lines.  (When you wake up at 6AM on Saturday morning, 10AM doesn't seem so 'early' to be out and about.)  It was a good plan because we got to have our fill of the giant ice slides with hardly any waiting.  I took Vivian down twice and based on her reaction I thought she was scared so we stopped and just watched the boys.  But I think she was just in shock because after a couple more trips by the boys she was motioning that she wanted to go again.  She is not one to sit on the side line.  Adrian loved it and he and Jamie quickly decided which slide was fastest and headed there every time.

We then took in the horse ride which was also a big hit and there was no complaining while we waited in line.  Those two truly love to be outside.  We took in lots of other activities like Polar Bear golf, playing with the parachute, Adrian and I had a snowshoe race (he was quite proud that he won), a science experiment, and a trip through the giant snow maze. 

After 2 hours Vivian was getting sleepy as it was past her nap time.  We had taken in every attraction at least once but Adrian was not happy when we had to leave.  It is hard to stop having fun when you are four.  After a little gentle persuasion (that would be my speciality, not Jamie's) he was okay. What a great time! We are looking forward to next year already.