August 11, 2009 at 6:55 pm (Adventures, Firsts, Loving It)
Tags: camping, hiking, smores, toddler
On the Fourth of July weekend, we took Eva on her first camping trip. We went to Bodega Dunes, pretty much the only camping spot available. Eva loved it!
She roasted her first marshmallow.
She ate her first smores.
We went on a bluff walk. This was the first time we heard the words “wop wop” (walk). She had to have walked at least a mile. Maybe two!
This trip was also the first time Eva ran into the street. Our camping site was not sheltered from the road, and she loved to run into the street when we’d tell her not to. She thought it was hilarious.
Sleep was a little hard. Both nights she woke up crying once. Here she is looking crabby, but cute, in the morning.
She was completely wiped out afterward. And filthy. She had a good long bath when we got home.
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December 26, 2008 at 6:11 pm (Adventures, Firsts, Loving It, On the Move)
Tags: cute, snow, toddler, walking
So, as promised, we took Eva out into the snow. We bought her a snow bib, and have jackets, hats and mittens, but the one thing we are missing are a pair of snow boots. So I came up with the bright idea to put plastic bags around her robeez. We took her on the sled. She was apprehensive. When we got back after playing on the sled she decided to go for a walk. It was slippery, but she loved it. Or perhaps because it was slippery she loved it.
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December 26, 2008 at 3:40 pm (Adventures, Firsts)
Tags: Christmas, cute, stuffing, toddler
Eva celebrated her first white Christmas! She doesn’t understand the concept of Christmas (or the presents), but she had a great time. She especially loved the food. We learned she has a dangerous addiction to stuffing. I wonder if she is going to expect this kind of ceremony, food and presents the next time she comes to my parents house.
We took her in the snow, which she didn’t entirely enjoy, but we’ll try again today in the blazing sunshine.
Merry Christmas to everybody from our little family.
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December 26, 2008 at 3:30 pm (Adventures, Firsts)
Tags: crying, cute, Santa, toddler
So we took Eva to sit on Santa’s lap. She hated him. She screamed and screamed like she was getting her blood drawn. It was horrible. We don’t have photos of this gruesome scene because Santa’s elves were running some sort of racket where you have to pay $30.00 for pictures. And I wasn’t about to buy photos of Eva screaming at the top of her lungs. I felt really bad about putting her through that…maybe next year…
Here she is afterward. Eating cheese and playing peek-a-boo.
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December 10, 2008 at 10:40 pm (Firsts)
Tags: baby, birthday party, cute
This Sunday Eva had her first birthday party! And it was a blowout! We invited a ton of friends and family, and 8 other babies attended: Myca, Jackson, Evie, Omari, Elwyn, Abby, Leyla, and Zephyr. It’s hard to figure out where to have a party for a winter baby. We can’t just go to the park (it was 54 degrees!). We decided to have it at a local community center at a park. I was a little stressed out, but Eva had a great time. Thus, success. Thanks to everyone who attended and those of you who were so awesome in helping us!
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December 10, 2008 at 12:18 am (Firsts)
Tags: amazing, baby, cute, first birthday
Dear Eva,
I can’t believe it’s been a year! It seems like only yesterday you were a bright red little alien taking your first breath. You have blossomed into the sweetest, most amazing little girl. 366 days ago I had no idea how much work you would require and how much love you would inspire. You are the best thing your father and I have ever done. You are the biggest adventure of our life. Every night, while you lay sleeping, we bask in the love we have for you. You constantly amaze us with your daily growth. It is such a privilege to be in your life. We love you so much. Happy first birthday!
Love,
Mom and Dad
(We wrote this on Eva’s birthday (11/29), but it has been taking me forever to post it!)
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November 29, 2008 at 6:36 pm (Firsts, Pronouncements)
Tags: baby, cute, thanks, Thanksgiving
Eva celebrated her first Thanksgiving! Last year, I was in my ninth month of pregnancy, having trouble waddling around and expecting a baby any day. This year was much more relaxing.
I want to give thanks for my beautiful daughter and for the ability to spend so much time with my little munchkin. I also want to give thanks for all of our family and friends who have been extremely supportive and given so much love to Eva. I want to give thanks for my wonderful husband who is the most amazing father and incredible co-parent. Here’s to many more Thanksgivings with Eva to come!
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November 21, 2008 at 9:32 pm (Adventures, Firsts)
Tags: baby, cute, Nosebleed Seats, Raiders
A few weeks ago Eva went to her first Raiders game. Check out the awesome seats we had above. I’m think we could see our house. Eva liked the football players running off the field and the cheerleaders running around (they looked like tiny ants.) The score was 0 to 24 in favor of Atlanta. The Raiders did manage to score a first down. It was pretty embarrassing. Plus, there are rumors that Michael Vick is going to be the Raiders quarterback when he gets out of prison, and since one of Eva’s first words is “dooogch” I don’t think that’s going to fly with her. Any suggestions for an NFL team for Eva?
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November 20, 2008 at 11:55 pm (Firsts)
Tags: baby, crayons, cute, drawing, vacuum
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October 31, 2008 at 10:30 pm (Adventures, Firsts, On the Move)
Tags: baby, butterfly, cute, halloween
Eva celebrated her first Halloween today. This year she was an adorable butterfly. We went to several baby/toddler/kid Halloween events and she had a great time walking around and being adored by everyone. She definitely doesn’t get Halloween yet, but in a few years, I am pretty sure she is going to love it.
Eva the butterfly pollinating destroying the flowers.
I love these little padded butt baby costumes!
The costume was a little small so when the head was buttoned it squashed her cheeks.
Video to follow (hopefully).
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