Thursday, December 25, 2008
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
It's official
Xavier is now fully weaned. It's been a week now since he's last had breast milk. It was his decision, he weaned himself, so there you go.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Monday, December 15, 2008
Baby "it's cold out there" is an understatement!
The past couple of days its been -43 degrees out here with the windchill. Brrrrrrrr.
Okay so there are a lot of things to chat about.
On December 3, we went to "Village du Pere Noel" (Santa's Village) at the CCFM (Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain). It's was awesome. They really did a great job putting everything and the kids really enjoyed themselves (except when Emma ran away from Santa Claus).
There were three different areas to the Village. The first was different songs and games. The second area was where Santa was hanging out. The last area was where Mrs. Claus was, the kids each enjoyed a yummy sugar cookie and a play about the three little pigs which was hilarious! So well done.
Since that day, we've just been busy getting some last minute things ready for Christmas and I still can't get over that people actually do all their Christmas shopping in December. I try to avoid the malls as much as possible as Christmas approaches.
I had my office team lunch last week. It was interesting. We had our lunch in a restaurant located in the Club Regent Casino. It was noisy with all the slot machines around and the food was just okay, but I had a good time anyway.
On Thursday we had a pre-Christmas dinner at Dayspring, which had an international flare.
The food was so good, that Richard felt compelled to take a photo of his plate!
One important thing to mention is my old roommate from Chimo (where I lived as a live-in in L'Arche) Ruth is visiting from Germany! I had no idea and was surprised.
On Saturday we had our annual community Pageant and Christmas dinner. They had the pageant before the supper this year, which made the evening seem a little longer for me. All in all however it was a good night, Emma and Xavier both danced. The only bad part from that evening, was that before supper Xavier was suffering some constapation. He finally was able to poop before dinner, but it was hard and hurt him a little. Poor little guy. He's doing much better now, thank God!
I'm looking forward to the Christmas break and hopefully taking some extra time off to make up for the business of the last couple of weeks.
Okay so there are a lot of things to chat about.
On December 3, we went to "Village du Pere Noel" (Santa's Village) at the CCFM (Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain). It's was awesome. They really did a great job putting everything and the kids really enjoyed themselves (except when Emma ran away from Santa Claus).
There were three different areas to the Village. The first was different songs and games. The second area was where Santa was hanging out. The last area was where Mrs. Claus was, the kids each enjoyed a yummy sugar cookie and a play about the three little pigs which was hilarious! So well done.
Since that day, we've just been busy getting some last minute things ready for Christmas and I still can't get over that people actually do all their Christmas shopping in December. I try to avoid the malls as much as possible as Christmas approaches.
I had my office team lunch last week. It was interesting. We had our lunch in a restaurant located in the Club Regent Casino. It was noisy with all the slot machines around and the food was just okay, but I had a good time anyway.
On Thursday we had a pre-Christmas dinner at Dayspring, which had an international flare.
The food was so good, that Richard felt compelled to take a photo of his plate!
One important thing to mention is my old roommate from Chimo (where I lived as a live-in in L'Arche) Ruth is visiting from Germany! I had no idea and was surprised.
On Saturday we had our annual community Pageant and Christmas dinner. They had the pageant before the supper this year, which made the evening seem a little longer for me. All in all however it was a good night, Emma and Xavier both danced. The only bad part from that evening, was that before supper Xavier was suffering some constapation. He finally was able to poop before dinner, but it was hard and hurt him a little. Poor little guy. He's doing much better now, thank God!
I'm looking forward to the Christmas break and hopefully taking some extra time off to make up for the business of the last couple of weeks.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Happy 4th birthday Sebastien!!
Today is Sebastien's 4th birthday. Our wish for him is that he can finally receive new kidneys. He almost received the surgery earlier this month, but was not able to get them at the last minute. We pray the next year can finally bring to Sebastien excellent health and back living here in Winnipeg amongst family and friends. We pray for you and celebrate your 4th birthday you cute little monkey!!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Xavier's first trip to the emergency
Monday morning Xavier came to visit me while I was busy in the washroom. Somehow he lost his footing, fell forward and hit his head on the corner of the base board heater. The gash on his forehead did not look good. Richard was able to stay home with Emma as I rushed Xavier to Children's emergency.
After waiting for 3 hours, Xavier was finally seen. The doctor felt Xavier's gash was small enough that it didn't require stitches, instead, he put glue on the wound.
Everything is back to normal now, but what a way to start the week!
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Fort Whyte Centre
Richard cleans the office half time. Meaning for 3 months, each Sunday
afternoon (after he finishes at Dayspring) he cleans the office (which takes about 4hrs). For 3 months his off, then he's on again for 3 months and so on. Although the extra cash he receives for this is needed, it is nice when he's off and we can spend time together as a family. We are in the middle of his 3 months off. This afternoon we went to the symphony as part of WSO's Sundays with the family. It was really lovely, the only downside is that Emma spiked a fever in the middle of it. I hope it's just a viral infection and by tomorrow she'll be feeling better. Fingers crossed.
Last Sunday, we took advantage of a beautiful sunny day and little to no wind to visit the Fort Whyte Centre "About FortWhyte Alive
Mission
FortWhyte Alive is dedicated to providing programming, natural settings and facilities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. In so doing, FortWhyte promotes awareness and understanding of the natural world and actions leading to sustainable living."
We had a great time. We spent some time in the interperative centre and watched a movie about bees. Aftewards we went on a few of the trails, with Emma and Xavier taking their turns on our little sled. (We will be purchasing a new one soon).
I really enjoy going out to the Fort Whyte Centre and supporting such a wonderful place. Before heading home we stopped in the cafe for a late lunch. They one of the tastiest veggie burgers I have ever tried! It is only rivaled by a little burger joint on Eglinton Ave E in Toronto, the name of which now escapes me.
I didn't have my camera with me and took these photos with my phone. I didn't realise that the cover for the phone was in the way!
afternoon (after he finishes at Dayspring) he cleans the office (which takes about 4hrs). For 3 months his off, then he's on again for 3 months and so on. Although the extra cash he receives for this is needed, it is nice when he's off and we can spend time together as a family. We are in the middle of his 3 months off. This afternoon we went to the symphony as part of WSO's Sundays with the family. It was really lovely, the only downside is that Emma spiked a fever in the middle of it. I hope it's just a viral infection and by tomorrow she'll be feeling better. Fingers crossed.
Last Sunday, we took advantage of a beautiful sunny day and little to no wind to visit the Fort Whyte Centre "About FortWhyte Alive
Mission
FortWhyte Alive is dedicated to providing programming, natural settings and facilities for environmental education and outdoor recreation. In so doing, FortWhyte promotes awareness and understanding of the natural world and actions leading to sustainable living."
We had a great time. We spent some time in the interperative centre and watched a movie about bees. Aftewards we went on a few of the trails, with Emma and Xavier taking their turns on our little sled. (We will be purchasing a new one soon).
I really enjoy going out to the Fort Whyte Centre and supporting such a wonderful place. Before heading home we stopped in the cafe for a late lunch. They one of the tastiest veggie burgers I have ever tried! It is only rivaled by a little burger joint on Eglinton Ave E in Toronto, the name of which now escapes me.
I didn't have my camera with me and took these photos with my phone. I didn't realise that the cover for the phone was in the way!
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Thursday, November 27, 2008
In a perfect world....
I think one thing that every parent needs is time. Time for themselves, time for each, time to relax, time to regenerate, time.
Last February, we went to Victoria to visit Richard's only relatives living here in Canada. Richard's uncle and aunt (who are some of the most wonderful people who'll ever meet) have three daughters (beautiful, talented, smart and super nice). The two older girls are married to wonderful husbands and the oldest has three super cute, super great kids.
Richard's uncle and aunt give to their oldest daughter and husband the gift of time every Saturday. All three children, who are 3 months, 6yrs & 13yrs, spent the Saturday overnight with their grandparents. What a gift. Richard's cousin and her husband get to spend good quality time with each other. It's an evening where they can go out without frantically trying to search out a babysitter. Their evening also doesn't have a time limit. No worries. How wonderful would that be.
The kids get the gift of bonding and really knowing their grandparents, of knowing they are 100% worth any effort and/or lack of sleep that may come. Richard's uncle and aunt get the gift of their precious grandchildren, of a special bond that will forever enrichen the lives of these children.
What a gift. Everybody wins.
I would love one day to hear the words "relax, have fun, enjoy yourselves, don't worry, come back only when you're ready". Of course, we do appreciate the help we get and when you're going to have a couple of 12 yr olds babysitting, you know its going to be an early night.
I really wanted to just express how beautiful it is what Richard's uncle and aunt are doing. Just beautiful and they really look forward to the kids coming over and they hate having to miss any Saturday for whatever reason. Beautifully wonderful, just like they are.
In a perfect world, I would like that for myself, however, I will put my mild jealousy aside :) and pledge that when my children become parents, as long as I am healthy enough of course, I will give them the gift of time. Richard and I have discussed this already and we would be more than delighted to do the same thing his uncle and aunt are doing.
Last February, we went to Victoria to visit Richard's only relatives living here in Canada. Richard's uncle and aunt (who are some of the most wonderful people who'll ever meet) have three daughters (beautiful, talented, smart and super nice). The two older girls are married to wonderful husbands and the oldest has three super cute, super great kids.
Richard's uncle and aunt give to their oldest daughter and husband the gift of time every Saturday. All three children, who are 3 months, 6yrs & 13yrs, spent the Saturday overnight with their grandparents. What a gift. Richard's cousin and her husband get to spend good quality time with each other. It's an evening where they can go out without frantically trying to search out a babysitter. Their evening also doesn't have a time limit. No worries. How wonderful would that be.
The kids get the gift of bonding and really knowing their grandparents, of knowing they are 100% worth any effort and/or lack of sleep that may come. Richard's uncle and aunt get the gift of their precious grandchildren, of a special bond that will forever enrichen the lives of these children.
What a gift. Everybody wins.
I would love one day to hear the words "relax, have fun, enjoy yourselves, don't worry, come back only when you're ready". Of course, we do appreciate the help we get and when you're going to have a couple of 12 yr olds babysitting, you know its going to be an early night.
I really wanted to just express how beautiful it is what Richard's uncle and aunt are doing. Just beautiful and they really look forward to the kids coming over and they hate having to miss any Saturday for whatever reason. Beautifully wonderful, just like they are.
In a perfect world, I would like that for myself, however, I will put my mild jealousy aside :) and pledge that when my children become parents, as long as I am healthy enough of course, I will give them the gift of time. Richard and I have discussed this already and we would be more than delighted to do the same thing his uncle and aunt are doing.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Laptop lovingly back home
Yes, it's true, I finally have my laptop back, of course everything has been wipped off, hooray! It may take me a while to re-set up the computer in between running after the kids, work commitments and sleep.
I do promise to post some photos of Xavier's 1st birthday as soon as I can.
On a sidenote, we went to go see Madagasgar 2 yesterday, it was really good, I really liked it.
I do promise to post some photos of Xavier's 1st birthday as soon as I can.
On a sidenote, we went to go see Madagasgar 2 yesterday, it was really good, I really liked it.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Xavier's birthday party
We celebrated Xavier's birthday party at Perkins yesterday evening. (my computer is still getting fixed, once I have it back, I will post photos) It was really fun. There were friends and friends with kids and of course, there was family. Considering among the kids there were 4 babies who all just turned 1 year old this month, chaos was at a relative minimum.
Xavier was thoroughly spoiled with some really smashing new outfits, some nice books and some great toys, which Emma is "sharing" with him.
Emma was a pretty good girl, she sat with my brother and his two kids, as well as Chelsea. I have to thank my brother for looking after her during dinner. Xavier was a little tired during the course of the evening, but definitely perked up once the cake came around!
Thanks to everyone that came who made Xavier's 1st birthday celebration so much fun!
Xavier was thoroughly spoiled with some really smashing new outfits, some nice books and some great toys, which Emma is "sharing" with him.
Emma was a pretty good girl, she sat with my brother and his two kids, as well as Chelsea. I have to thank my brother for looking after her during dinner. Xavier was a little tired during the course of the evening, but definitely perked up once the cake came around!
Thanks to everyone that came who made Xavier's 1st birthday celebration so much fun!
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Happy 1st birthday Xavier!!!
Yesterday our precious little boy turned the big 1 year old!
As our computer is still in the shop, I do not have a picture of him to post, but hopefully will make up for that.
Happy Birthday Xavier!!!
As our computer is still in the shop, I do not have a picture of him to post, but hopefully will make up for that.
Happy Birthday Xavier!!!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
"In Flanders Fields"
In Flanders Fields
by John McCrae, May 1915
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep,
though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
by John McCrae, May 1915
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep,
though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
Computer down for the count
My computer had not been working well, so I brought it in to Future Shop to see if they can fix it. They will be doing a diagnostic and will call me in 5-6 days! If I'm silent over the next few days, at least you'll know why.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Maman's birthday and.... snow!
Yesterday was my birthday, hooray!
I thought for sure with Xavier's birthday on November 12 that my birthday would be overshadowed and almost forgotten, and I was okay with that. However, things have turned out differently.
On Wednesday, the office team had a little celebration for me over the lunch hour. We all lunched together and shared a yummy moist chocolate cake that Gerry had baked. It was really nice, almost the entire office team was there, with the exception of Genaro, who was sick and Maxine who is on sick leave. They gifted me with a gift card for Sears.
Yesterday I had a training session in the morning and Activity night in the evening. However, Richard, Emma and Xavier made a little celebration over lunch, where we had gourmet pizza and cake. They also gifted me with a nice potmum plant and an MP4 player.
Today I had lunch with the "Apartment ladies" Maressa and Hazel, whom I support, and the former apartment ladies support persons Linda F and Barb P. (who now hold different roles in the community). We went to Chez Cora for lunch, which was exquisite as always. Emma accompanied me to the lunch. The ladies gifted me with a free lunch for both me and Emma, a gift card for Starbucks and a vinyl tablecloth. Can you say spoiled???
Tonight my dad and stepmom are taking me and Richard out for lunch while my sister babysits the kiddies. On Sunday, we are going to my mom's for supper where we will celebrate mine and my sisters' birthday.
Yesterday, weather wise, it was a pretty yucky day. We had sleet all day long, very miserable and cold. Overnight the horrible sleet turned into beautiful snow. It is now official, winter has arrived in Winnipeg. I can't wait to make my first snow angel with my little angel Emma!
I thought for sure with Xavier's birthday on November 12 that my birthday would be overshadowed and almost forgotten, and I was okay with that. However, things have turned out differently.
On Wednesday, the office team had a little celebration for me over the lunch hour. We all lunched together and shared a yummy moist chocolate cake that Gerry had baked. It was really nice, almost the entire office team was there, with the exception of Genaro, who was sick and Maxine who is on sick leave. They gifted me with a gift card for Sears.
Yesterday I had a training session in the morning and Activity night in the evening. However, Richard, Emma and Xavier made a little celebration over lunch, where we had gourmet pizza and cake. They also gifted me with a nice potmum plant and an MP4 player.
Today I had lunch with the "Apartment ladies" Maressa and Hazel, whom I support, and the former apartment ladies support persons Linda F and Barb P. (who now hold different roles in the community). We went to Chez Cora for lunch, which was exquisite as always. Emma accompanied me to the lunch. The ladies gifted me with a free lunch for both me and Emma, a gift card for Starbucks and a vinyl tablecloth. Can you say spoiled???
Tonight my dad and stepmom are taking me and Richard out for lunch while my sister babysits the kiddies. On Sunday, we are going to my mom's for supper where we will celebrate mine and my sisters' birthday.
Yesterday, weather wise, it was a pretty yucky day. We had sleet all day long, very miserable and cold. Overnight the horrible sleet turned into beautiful snow. It is now official, winter has arrived in Winnipeg. I can't wait to make my first snow angel with my little angel Emma!
Monday, November 3, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Pumpkin carving and Boo at the Zoo
Yesterday we decided to finally carve the two pumpkins I had purchased about two weeks ago or so. I was really looking forward to making this a fun activity with Emma. I laid newspaper on the table and placed on it our two pumpkins. Richard cut off the tops. I thought for sure Emma would enjoy digging her hands in the pumpkin, but no. Instead she said she was scared and it was "yucky". She did however use the scraper inside the pumpkin to scrape the sides.
After supper we headed to Boo at the Zoo, this was Emma's second year going and Xavier's first, of course. Emma was scared right at the entrance area by a person in a gorilla costume and did not like any of the monster costumes. Overall Emma did have a good time. Oh yeah, Xavier, even though he tried his darndest to stay awake, he did in fact fall fast asleep!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
An afternoon with my favourite girl
On Sunday, Emma and I left Xavier with Memere and tante Nicole (Papa was working). We had plans.
Although it was quite a blustery day, Emma and I took the bus to downtown. Emma had a nice conversation with 3 little old ladies who were waiting at the same stop as us. She even picked up some of the leaves that were blowing around to give as "presents" to the ladies. She then had a nice conversation, talking about all her favourite shows with a young lady on the bus.
Once downtown we headed to the Convention Centre to see "Thomas the Train LIVE - Thomas saves the day". Emma was really good and listened well. She really enjoyed the show and was glad to see her friends Thomas and Percy, as well as Diesel.
It really was a fun afternoon. On the bus ride back to Memere's however, she fell asleep, so I had to carry her from the bus stop all the way to my mom's apartment. I thought my arm was going to fall off!! It was worth it though!
Although it was quite a blustery day, Emma and I took the bus to downtown. Emma had a nice conversation with 3 little old ladies who were waiting at the same stop as us. She even picked up some of the leaves that were blowing around to give as "presents" to the ladies. She then had a nice conversation, talking about all her favourite shows with a young lady on the bus.
Once downtown we headed to the Convention Centre to see "Thomas the Train LIVE - Thomas saves the day". Emma was really good and listened well. She really enjoyed the show and was glad to see her friends Thomas and Percy, as well as Diesel.
It really was a fun afternoon. On the bus ride back to Memere's however, she fell asleep, so I had to carry her from the bus stop all the way to my mom's apartment. I thought my arm was going to fall off!! It was worth it though!
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
A reflection...
I can't believe that in just a few weeks more Xavier will already be 1 years old. It's incredible everything he is doing now whereas last year at this time he was still warmly cuddled up in my womb. I thought I would share a couple of pictures of the Hallowe'en "costume" I wore last year.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
A lot of business
We finally are pretty much all feeling better. Although I still do have a nagging cough that is lingering and tonight I seem to have a bit of a sore throat. Here is a recap of our last week and so.
On Monday Oct 13 we went out to Maxime's for a supper celebrating my dad's birthday. It was a good evening. I hasn't a big fan of my dinner, I could hardly eat it, I just had it boxed up and brought it home. Richard tried eating for lunch the following day, but ended up throwing it out. However, I must say, the cake they served was absolutely devine!
On Tuesday Oct 14 I went to vote and was very happy that the NDP kept their seat in my riding, but was thoroughly disapointed that the St-Boniface riding (the French Quarter and my old neighbourhood) became Conservative. That riding had been Liberal my whole life!! I still can't get over that. I am glad however that the Conservatives only managed to get another minority government despite all the monies they spent (2:1 compared to Liberals).
On Friday Oct 17, We spent the afternoon raking the leaves and we had a surprise visit by Pepere and Memere (my dad and stepmom). The kids were very excited to have them here. It was nice. I need to make arrangements to visit with them more often.
On Sat Oct 18, we were back to swimming lessons. Xavier is still in the Starfish/duck classes that are parent assisted, which he really enjoyed. Emma graduated to Sea Turtle, but she had a little trouble adjusting to the fact that it is not parent assisted. We'll just take our time and hopefully next Saturday will be better.
On Sunday Oct I went to my friend Eva's bridal shower, which was really nice. I had a good time. It's not very often that I get to go out without the kids for leisure, I just wish sometimes I could go for more than just a couple of hours.
Today we went out for lunch with Chelsea (my Goddaughter), and it had been a long time since we last saw her. It was a great time and hopefully we can arrange more times to get together.
On Monday Oct 13 we went out to Maxime's for a supper celebrating my dad's birthday. It was a good evening. I hasn't a big fan of my dinner, I could hardly eat it, I just had it boxed up and brought it home. Richard tried eating for lunch the following day, but ended up throwing it out. However, I must say, the cake they served was absolutely devine!
On Tuesday Oct 14 I went to vote and was very happy that the NDP kept their seat in my riding, but was thoroughly disapointed that the St-Boniface riding (the French Quarter and my old neighbourhood) became Conservative. That riding had been Liberal my whole life!! I still can't get over that. I am glad however that the Conservatives only managed to get another minority government despite all the monies they spent (2:1 compared to Liberals).
On Friday Oct 17, We spent the afternoon raking the leaves and we had a surprise visit by Pepere and Memere (my dad and stepmom). The kids were very excited to have them here. It was nice. I need to make arrangements to visit with them more often.On Sat Oct 18, we were back to swimming lessons. Xavier is still in the Starfish/duck classes that are parent assisted, which he really enjoyed. Emma graduated to Sea Turtle, but she had a little trouble adjusting to the fact that it is not parent assisted. We'll just take our time and hopefully next Saturday will be better.
On Sunday Oct I went to my friend Eva's bridal shower, which was really nice. I had a good time. It's not very often that I get to go out without the kids for leisure, I just wish sometimes I could go for more than just a couple of hours.
Today we went out for lunch with Chelsea (my Goddaughter), and it had been a long time since we last saw her. It was a great time and hopefully we can arrange more times to get together.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Friday, October 10, 2008
A conversation about Jesus...
Every night before going to bed is storytime, Emma's favourite book for Richard to read to her is, well, the Bible (Children's version). My mom was asking me the last time I saw if Emma had an awareness about who Jesus is. Being Roman Catholic, it's an important topic. I decided during the bedtime routine to see if Emma really knew that Jesus loves her and who he really is. This is how our interesting conversation went:
Me: Did you know that Jesus loves you?
Emma: Yes!
Me: Do you know where Jesus is?
Emma opens her mouth wide and points inside her mouth!
Me, trying to keep from laughing: No, Jesus lives here (I point to her heart) and here (I point towards the ceiling trying to indicate Heaven)
Emma (using a spooky voice): OH! Jesus is a MONSTER!
Okay, yes, I do realise that most kids think there are monsters in their attic, but I really wasn't expecting this response! So, trying not to laugh I say: No, no, Jesus is not a monster. Jesus (how do explain this one to a 2 and a half year old) is, well, like an Angel! He's all around you and he loves you and protects you.
Emma: Oh (settling under her covers), Emma a half angel too.
Is it just me or is that one of the funniest/cutest conversations you can have?!?
What a kid, I love her to bits!
Me: Did you know that Jesus loves you?
Emma: Yes!
Me: Do you know where Jesus is?
Emma opens her mouth wide and points inside her mouth!
Me, trying to keep from laughing: No, Jesus lives here (I point to her heart) and here (I point towards the ceiling trying to indicate Heaven)
Emma (using a spooky voice): OH! Jesus is a MONSTER!
Okay, yes, I do realise that most kids think there are monsters in their attic, but I really wasn't expecting this response! So, trying not to laugh I say: No, no, Jesus is not a monster. Jesus (how do explain this one to a 2 and a half year old) is, well, like an Angel! He's all around you and he loves you and protects you.
Emma: Oh (settling under her covers), Emma a half angel too.
Is it just me or is that one of the funniest/cutest conversations you can have?!?
What a kid, I love her to bits!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY DAD!!
Today my Dad (Pepere to Emma and Xavier) turns 68 years old.
A great big happy birthday to my Dad!!
A great big happy birthday to my Dad!!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Playing at the mall
This video was taken at the KP mall play area. Emma and Xavier were busy playing with my cousin Elizabeth's little boy Alex. Alex is only 1 day younger than Xavier. Elizabeth also has 2 year old Amy, but she was sleeping in the stroller outside of the camera view, being watched over by her Grandma.
I'm sick, again and so is Emma
This the season for runny noses and annoying coughs. That's exactly what Emma and I are dealing with right now. In fact, Xavier's not far behind us. Okay, cutest thing going on right now. Xavier is playing with a book that plays music, and he's singing along! So sweet.
Before Emma and I got sick, we were able to go out to the movies. Now that Emma is 2.5 years old and absorbs everything like a sponge, we wait for children appropriate movies to come out. Past couple of months, there hasn't been much. On Monday, we went out to see "Igor", I would recommend it as a rental. It's not a bad movie, but it's very cliche, you can predict everything before it happened. Having said that, Emma seemed to really enjoy it. My favourite character was the suicidle bunny played by Steve Buscemi, hillarious.
Well, that's it for now, as I need to go blow my nose!
Before Emma and I got sick, we were able to go out to the movies. Now that Emma is 2.5 years old and absorbs everything like a sponge, we wait for children appropriate movies to come out. Past couple of months, there hasn't been much. On Monday, we went out to see "Igor", I would recommend it as a rental. It's not a bad movie, but it's very cliche, you can predict everything before it happened. Having said that, Emma seemed to really enjoy it. My favourite character was the suicidle bunny played by Steve Buscemi, hillarious.
Well, that's it for now, as I need to go blow my nose!
Sunday, October 5, 2008
A tale of shopping, two parks and a blessing
Yesterday was a day filled with activities!
Right after lunch we dropped off Richard at work.
The kids and then proceded to St-Boniface (the French Quarter) where our first stop was to "Librairie a la Page". We visited with Pascale and the kids were able to pick up a few treasures, thanks in part to tante Pascale.
We then headed of to Labelle's Wedding shop. Here I bought the guest book, pen, flower girl basket, ring pillow and garter all in the colour and style I want for the wedding, which also happened to be on sale! I've decided to buy as much stuff as I can ahead of time so as to not occur a huge expense at one time.
After shopping we went to Provencher Park where both Emma and Xavier really enjoyed themselves. Swinging, sliding and sandbox playing. Once the fun was over here, we drove over to the St-Boniface Cathedral and parked our car. We walked along the river, not too close however as Emma seemed wanting to go for a swim!
We walked all the way to Laverendrye Park where Emma played on the castle shaped playstructure, where she decreed herself Princess of the playground and Xavier went swinging. Once the fun was over we made our we to the other side of the park to get into the procession going to the St-Boniface Cathedral.
On October 4, 1908 the 4th edition of the Cathedral was inaugurated and we were celebrating 100 years of the 4th Cathedral (it's important to note the Cathedral caught fire on July 22, 1968 and fell to ruins, however the 5th edition to the Cathedral was built within the ruins of the 4th, so its outer skeleton still stands). Another important historical note to mention is that the original building, a chapel, on this site was built in 1818 and 1st cathedral built on this site in 1825.
We celebrated a mass, half of with I spent with the kids in the annex, since Emma was a little bored (being a special mass, it was more than 1 hour long, not to mention the procession leading up to it.) We then celebrated with a wine and cheese, where Emma played with Annie and Stephane (my sister-in-law's sister's kids) as well as with Sergio, a little friend from "Toi, moi et le Mere l'Oie". I think the funniest part is when the Bishop Emilius Goulet came up to Annie and Emma to say hello. Emma just looked at him and didn't seem the least bit interested, except to say Hi because I told her too. LOL!
Cathedral burning in 1968
Aftermath
Views from the Red River taken this summer
Right after lunch we dropped off Richard at work.
The kids and then proceded to St-Boniface (the French Quarter) where our first stop was to "Librairie a la Page". We visited with Pascale and the kids were able to pick up a few treasures, thanks in part to tante Pascale.
We then headed of to Labelle's Wedding shop. Here I bought the guest book, pen, flower girl basket, ring pillow and garter all in the colour and style I want for the wedding, which also happened to be on sale! I've decided to buy as much stuff as I can ahead of time so as to not occur a huge expense at one time.
After shopping we went to Provencher Park where both Emma and Xavier really enjoyed themselves. Swinging, sliding and sandbox playing. Once the fun was over here, we drove over to the St-Boniface Cathedral and parked our car. We walked along the river, not too close however as Emma seemed wanting to go for a swim!
We walked all the way to Laverendrye Park where Emma played on the castle shaped playstructure, where she decreed herself Princess of the playground and Xavier went swinging. Once the fun was over we made our we to the other side of the park to get into the procession going to the St-Boniface Cathedral.
On October 4, 1908 the 4th edition of the Cathedral was inaugurated and we were celebrating 100 years of the 4th Cathedral (it's important to note the Cathedral caught fire on July 22, 1968 and fell to ruins, however the 5th edition to the Cathedral was built within the ruins of the 4th, so its outer skeleton still stands). Another important historical note to mention is that the original building, a chapel, on this site was built in 1818 and 1st cathedral built on this site in 1825.
We celebrated a mass, half of with I spent with the kids in the annex, since Emma was a little bored (being a special mass, it was more than 1 hour long, not to mention the procession leading up to it.) We then celebrated with a wine and cheese, where Emma played with Annie and Stephane (my sister-in-law's sister's kids) as well as with Sergio, a little friend from "Toi, moi et le Mere l'Oie". I think the funniest part is when the Bishop Emilius Goulet came up to Annie and Emma to say hello. Emma just looked at him and didn't seem the least bit interested, except to say Hi because I told her too. LOL!
Cathedral burning in 1968
Aftermath
Views from the Red River taken this summer
Friday, October 3, 2008
Community Block Party
This past Sunday, a church in the neighbourhood trough a huge block party. Everything was free, my favourite price range! There were bouncy castle things, pony rides, petting zoo, free lunch (which included hot dogs, chips, cookies, watermelon, pop, milk, coffee and tea).
We had a really great day. Xavier napped for most of it, but Emma really took advantage of everything. I believe Emma's favourite part were the pony rides. Despite it being her first time, she was not afraid in the least and had a great time. She also enjoyed the petting zoo.
We had a really great day. Xavier napped for most of it, but Emma really took advantage of everything. I believe Emma's favourite part were the pony rides. Despite it being her first time, she was not afraid in the least and had a great time. She also enjoyed the petting zoo.
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