ps. I can't wait to get a phone that takes better pictures!
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Feather Wreath
I made a wreath for Hazel's room out of a feather boa. It is absurdly girly, and she is in love with it. She requested that I hang it somewhere she can reach it so she can touch it and bury her face in its softness. We'll see how long it lasts before it's completely weather-worn! 
ps. I can't wait to get a phone that takes better pictures!
ps. I can't wait to get a phone that takes better pictures!
Half Moon Bay daytrip
We went to the beach on Saturday. Jack especially seemed to love it. It felt like it was his first time at the beach ever, even though it wasn't, because it's the first time we've taken him since he started to walk. He loved toddling along the sand exploring the whole place on his own terms. 
He loved walking close to the waves, then getting picked up to run away from the tide. 
He loved picking up handfuls of sand and watching the grains fall out of his fingers. He loved climbing on the rocks like Hazel. (That Hazel. It doesn't matter where we take her, she finds a way to climb something. She's such a monkey!)
We packed a picnic lunch, but couldn't resist picking up some local fish and chips to eat, too. We brought the kids' heavy winter coats, thinking it'd be freezing, but our beach was sunny with no wind, so it was actually just perfect in long sleeved shirts. It was one of those days I didn't mind paying the "California weather tax." Beautiful!
He loved walking close to the waves, then getting picked up to run away from the tide. 
He loved picking up handfuls of sand and watching the grains fall out of his fingers. He loved climbing on the rocks like Hazel. (That Hazel. It doesn't matter where we take her, she finds a way to climb something. She's such a monkey!)
We packed a picnic lunch, but couldn't resist picking up some local fish and chips to eat, too. We brought the kids' heavy winter coats, thinking it'd be freezing, but our beach was sunny with no wind, so it was actually just perfect in long sleeved shirts. It was one of those days I didn't mind paying the "California weather tax." Beautiful!
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Camera Advice
We need a new camera so bad. I hate how our pictures have been turning out lately. Our Canon PowerShot is dying, and it is not doing so gracefully. We're thinking about getting me an iPhone for everyday picture taking, and upgrading to an SLR for special photos. We don't really know what we're doing. So... I'm seeking recommendations/advice. What kind of camera should we get? We don't want something incredibly big and heavy, but we want great quality photos. What cameras should we be looking at? Please give us a direction to head in our camera research!
Baby Boy Turns One
Today is Jacky Boy's first birthday. Look how little he was the day he was born! (I think this is the first time I've ever referred to my 9lb 9oz newborn as little!) He's grown and changed so much. 
I have been reflecting all day on how much better he has made our family. We are very, very lucky to have him with us. Jack is a cheerful, loving little guy who never lets me out of his sight and is always ready to cuddle (and I crave cuddles, so it's perfect!). He follows Hazel around like she's the Queen Bee and he's just drooling to do whatever she commands, and he begs Todd to play rough and chase him down the hall. (Todd gets the biggest, best laughs out of Jack.) 
It was a mellow day. Between his two naps, Jack spent 4 1/2 hours sleeping today, so I don't have much action to report on. But we had about 45 minutes together after his morning nap while Hazel was still at preschool, so I took him outside and let him choose which way to wander. I used to do that every day with Hazel when she was his age, but I think it's the first time ever Jack's had the chance to lead the way outside. I'm always carrying him or pushing him in the stroller to keep up with Hazel on our way to the park or something. So it was really fun for Jack and me to just take a baby's pace and let him trundle around, checking out the plants and doorways and everything. I feel like that was the best gift I could give Jack today, and am so glad I used the time that way instead of getting something done in the house while he played by himself. 
He loved his cake. He dug his fingers in the frosting and reached right for the candle and would have touched the fire if Todd hadn't blown it out quickly. I remember Hazel being afraid of her candle and was surprised that Jack wasn't, because in general he is a lot more tentative and cautious than Hazel was at his age. 
Then he packed it in. He begged for seconds, and then thirds. We had to move the cake to the counter so he couldn't see it to get him to stop grunting for more.
He got a basketball hoop for his present. He's still a touch too young for it, but I think it'll be just right in a few months. In the meantime, Todd can't seem to stop playing with it. And we wouldn't mind if Hazel got inspired to improve her coordination a bit as well. 
We love our little man. Happy birthday, Jackster!
I have been reflecting all day on how much better he has made our family. We are very, very lucky to have him with us. Jack is a cheerful, loving little guy who never lets me out of his sight and is always ready to cuddle (and I crave cuddles, so it's perfect!). He follows Hazel around like she's the Queen Bee and he's just drooling to do whatever she commands, and he begs Todd to play rough and chase him down the hall. (Todd gets the biggest, best laughs out of Jack.) 
It was a mellow day. Between his two naps, Jack spent 4 1/2 hours sleeping today, so I don't have much action to report on. But we had about 45 minutes together after his morning nap while Hazel was still at preschool, so I took him outside and let him choose which way to wander. I used to do that every day with Hazel when she was his age, but I think it's the first time ever Jack's had the chance to lead the way outside. I'm always carrying him or pushing him in the stroller to keep up with Hazel on our way to the park or something. So it was really fun for Jack and me to just take a baby's pace and let him trundle around, checking out the plants and doorways and everything. I feel like that was the best gift I could give Jack today, and am so glad I used the time that way instead of getting something done in the house while he played by himself. 
He loved his cake. He dug his fingers in the frosting and reached right for the candle and would have touched the fire if Todd hadn't blown it out quickly. I remember Hazel being afraid of her candle and was surprised that Jack wasn't, because in general he is a lot more tentative and cautious than Hazel was at his age. 
Then he packed it in. He begged for seconds, and then thirds. We had to move the cake to the counter so he couldn't see it to get him to stop grunting for more.
He got a basketball hoop for his present. He's still a touch too young for it, but I think it'll be just right in a few months. In the meantime, Todd can't seem to stop playing with it. And we wouldn't mind if Hazel got inspired to improve her coordination a bit as well. 
We love our little man. Happy birthday, Jackster!
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