another session done

It finished today.  Another session is done.  I can't say that I am sad to see that it's over.  I take her because I know that she likes it and that she has so much fun, but I am not a fan. 

Swimming lessons.  They are finally done.

I'm not afraid of water and I am actually a fairly decent swimmer (having completed my Bronze Medallion, I can actually say that with confidence), but I just don't love swimming like some people do.  The pool is always cold... the change rooms are always freezing, and my daughter loves to splash.  People who know me, know that I just don't like to get wet.  Not in the rain, not in the lake, and definitely not in a cold pool 

Of course, that is part of the mommy-role.  To offer new experiences, introduce her to new people, and allow her to play and build confidence in new situations.  I am happy to do it as I love to see the big smile on her face as she blows bubbles in the water, plays with the toys, and jumps into my arms from the side of the pool.  However, 9 weeks is lots for this mommy.

Until next time....

Enjoy the ride

The first little bit of snowfall came.  Our little lady stood at the window saying "nooo" (meaning snow).   So daddy bundled her up, and out they went to play.  It seemed like daddy had to do all the work as the princess got to sit back and enjoy the ride.  Life is good, wouldn't you say? 

 

 

 

November already

We've had a busy few weeks since my last post on Halloween.  It's become quite a bit cooler so we had to break out the warm clothes for a play outside :)  It was quite a hunt to find Kennedy a winter snowsuit this year as they all seemed so huge on her.  I finally hit the jackpot by buying her a separate piece where I could buy small (size 12 month!) snow pants and a larger (18 month) winter coat.  It's amazing how many people tell us how tiny she is.  When compared with other little toddlers her age, she is on the short side, but we know that good things come in small packages!

We had a nice weekend away with a bunch of friends at an indoor water park.  Kennedy loved splashing in the water and watching all the people.  The adults had a great time too!  We will definitely be going back in a few years when she is older to experience different attractions as it was a fun place for all ages!  When Sunday came, and it was time to go home - the daddies packed up the kids to take them home and the mommies hit the road to go on an overnight shopping trip. 

It seemed like it came out of nowhere, but our hometown Christmas was this past weekend.  All of the stores downtown were open late, with the main street being closed down for all the shoppers.  Horse drawn rides, reindeer, and other little attractions were on the street - including the one and only Saint Nick.  Kennedy was happy as a clam waiting in line saying "ho ho" when she saw the big man. However when daddy went to place her on his knee, she clung to home saying "noooo" and starting to cry... she sat there for about 5 seconds for a quick picture before daddy saved her again.  I guess I would be scared too if I was stuck on a strange man's lap.  I know in years to come we will laugh at this photo (heck, we're already laughing!).  I just hope she isn't traumatised. 

Halloween

This year Halloween was on a cold rainy night.  It was also on a Wednesday, which means a work day for mommy.  Luckily for our family, daddy was off that day so he was able to come around with us to enjoy the festivities for the evening.  We started right after work (we were on the road by 4) and hit up a total of 8 stops.  We made a stop at the grandparent's houses (which are pretty spread out!), two aunts, and the next door neighbours.  It was enough for our little butterfly and we made it home for supper, a bath, and bed!  A perfect little Halloween night!

 

 

Our little butterfly flapped her arms to show everyone how a butterfly flies.

 



Kennedy helping to sweep on our stop at Grandma's.  I guess she thought she had to work for her treats.