Remember a few weeks ago when I said that most of Julia's speech was prompted? Remember when I also said that it probably would eventually come like everything else had?
Well, I was right.
Some of her new phrases:
"Give it to me!"
"Leave me alone!"
"My turn."
(Yeah, she's two)!
"He's working."
"Emmy Dee Dee at school."
And, my personal favorite...
"I love you Mama."
I have a sneaking suspicion that she might be one of those kids that, um, never shuts up! Talking seems to be her favorite thing to do lately. It's really cute now, but if it keeps up...well, lets just say it may not be so cute anymore!
Everything else is going well. She seems to be getting a little more confidence in her physical abilities. Taking her to the playground used to be the easiest thing in the world. She basically went on one little slide and the swings. Recently, trips to the playground have been a workout for me, as she is getting brave enough to try the various other components , but in some cases, is still not sturdy enough to do it safely. On a few different occasions, her leg has been shaky, like she is using all of her might to get to wherever she is going.
Speaking of physical ability, today is her first class at the Jungle Gym. I am looking forward to it and I thnk she will love it!
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Monday, September 11, 2006
History
In the days that followed September 11, 2001 Ryun and I decided to start saving virtually everything we could get our hands on regarding the terror attacks. From newpapers, to news reports, to magazines, to yes, even comic books, we managed to gather a good number of things. Our plan was (and still is) to save it, and show it to our children when they got older and could better understand what had happened, why it happened, and how dramatically it changed the world as we knew it. About a year later, near the first anniversary of the attacks, I sat down and went through it all. I compiled a scrapbook of the articles and pictures we had saved. I organized and labeled the video tapes. I looked through and documented the magazines and books. Then, I boxed everything up and put it away.
Until today, I never looked at it again, mostly because it was just too painful, but also because, I wasn't quite ready to share it with the kids yet.
I took it out today, went through it and decided that Emily was not only old enough, but emotionally mature enough to see it and understand it. I am quite sure that Emily's class will have discussed it today. I am also sure that she might have some questions that between Ryun, myself, and the collection, we should be able to answer...at least the questions that have answers.
Anyway, I set the display of items up on the counter today and took some pictures that I thought I would share.
The whole collection.
Some of the headlines, cut from the newspaper and magazines, and complied on a two page layout in the scrapbook.
Land of the free, and home of the brave.
A two page spread including the Firefighter's and Policeman's Prayers.
A closeup of some of the books and tapes on which we recorded nuemrous 9/11 specials and news reports.
Another close up of some of the magazines etc. To the far left is the aformentioned comic book entitled, "Heroes" put out by Marvel Comics.
This is the front page of the Boston Herald, one year later. Although it is hard to see in the picture, the small black print you see there, lists the names of every victim of the terror attacks.
Until today, I never looked at it again, mostly because it was just too painful, but also because, I wasn't quite ready to share it with the kids yet.
I took it out today, went through it and decided that Emily was not only old enough, but emotionally mature enough to see it and understand it. I am quite sure that Emily's class will have discussed it today. I am also sure that she might have some questions that between Ryun, myself, and the collection, we should be able to answer...at least the questions that have answers.
Anyway, I set the display of items up on the counter today and took some pictures that I thought I would share.
The whole collection.
Some of the headlines, cut from the newspaper and magazines, and complied on a two page layout in the scrapbook.
Land of the free, and home of the brave.
A two page spread including the Firefighter's and Policeman's Prayers.
A closeup of some of the books and tapes on which we recorded nuemrous 9/11 specials and news reports.
Another close up of some of the magazines etc. To the far left is the aformentioned comic book entitled, "Heroes" put out by Marvel Comics.
This is the front page of the Boston Herald, one year later. Although it is hard to see in the picture, the small black print you see there, lists the names of every victim of the terror attacks.
Saturday, September 9, 2006
Off...
...to the parents house for the day to swim with the kids. Well, the water is too cold for me, but they won't care. I am going to bring Julia's little blow up pool for her. She can't go in by herself, and I think it's a bit too cold for her anyway.
It's (finally) going to be warm again today and with fall weather right around the corner, I thought we should take advantage!
It's (finally) going to be warm again today and with fall weather right around the corner, I thought we should take advantage!
Friday, September 8, 2006
Apparently...
...it's quiz time!
| You Are 12% Hypochondriac |
 While your physical health isn't always perfect, you don't freak out about it. You know there's only so much you can do, and worrying doesn't change anything. |
| You Are a Life Blogger! |
 Your blog is the story of your life - a living diary. If it happens, you blog it. And make it as entertaining as possible. |
| What Your Bathroom Habits Say About You |
 You are a giving soul. Way too giving in fact. You often get stuck doing the dirty work that no one else will do. You spend a lot on clothes, and you tend to be a very dresser. However, it's hard for you to throw away trendy clothes when they go out of style. You are a very outgoing person. You are true to yourself, and you never hold back. In relationships, you tend to be very romantic and demanding. You'll treat your partner like gold, but you expect a lot in return. |
| You Should Rule Mercury |
 Close to sun, Mercury has very long days - and is rarely visible to the rest of the solar system. You are perfect to rule Mercury, because you live for the present - and can truly enjoy a day that goes on forever. Like Mercury, you are quick and elusive. Your wit is outstanding, and you can win any verbal sparring match. Some people see you as superficial, but in truth, you just play many roles and have many interests. A great manipulator, you usually get what you want from people. And they're happy to give it to you. |
| You Are a Conservative Democrat |
 Frankly, the way most other Democrats behave embarasses you greatly. You pride yourself on a high level of morals, and you have a good grasp on right and wrong. It's likely you think America needs to get back to its conservative, Juedo-Christian values. Why aren't you a Republican then? Because you believe the goverment helps more than hurts. |
Thursday, September 7, 2006
Two Things
1. Emily was quoted on the new Burtwood School For Performing Arts site. Very cool!
2. Don't miss the Herring Run Arts Festival this weekend at the Middleboro Public Library. Friday night student director Josh Rashid along with Burt Wood cast members Lorynn Savage and Kaliegh Schofield will perform in the only student piece that day. On Saturday at noon, Mr. Andrew Osborne will introduce our 48 Hour Film Festival piece SHOE followed by a wonderful list of other local film people in the industry. This festival is free of charge! Please support the arts by stopping by!
SHOE is the film Emily participated in at the end of last year! We have a copy on DVD already, but I do plan to take her to see the screening there. I am sure she will get a kick out of it!
2. Don't miss the Herring Run Arts Festival this weekend at the Middleboro Public Library. Friday night student director Josh Rashid along with Burt Wood cast members Lorynn Savage and Kaliegh Schofield will perform in the only student piece that day. On Saturday at noon, Mr. Andrew Osborne will introduce our 48 Hour Film Festival piece SHOE followed by a wonderful list of other local film people in the industry. This festival is free of charge! Please support the arts by stopping by!
SHOE is the film Emily participated in at the end of last year! We have a copy on DVD already, but I do plan to take her to see the screening there. I am sure she will get a kick out of it!
You never get a second chance...
...to make a first impression, and so far, I am very impressed with Emily and Katherine's teachers.
They came home yesterday, with a bag full of paperwork for me to review and sign. My hand actually hurt when I was done (can we say Carpel Tunnel...of course we can)! One of the things Emily came home with was a list of her homework for the week with the corresponding papers attached. The list explained which assignment was due on which day. I love that idea! It will be especially good on days that might be too hectic (like if some major thing came up that I knew would make it difficult for Em to get her homework done). If I know a week in advance what her homework schedule will be like I can have her do it on a different night. This doesn't happen often mind you but there are certainly rare occasions in which homework is squeezed in between a million other things. I am sure the teacher would also prefer that it be spread out over the week which is how it will be most of the time.
As I had mentioned in a previous entry, I actually had the opportunity to meet Katherine's teacher when I dropped her off yesterday. You know how you meet someone and right off you get a vibe? You just know immediately whether or not you are going to like this person? I got a very good vibe, after only having said hi and introducing myself. Katherine did very well too. She walked right in, found her desk, sat down and said "Bye Mom."
About the only downfall I can see this year is the new bus situation, at least in the morning. Last year, they caught the bus at 8:15. This year it's at 7:50, which means getting up earlier, which generally just stinks. I will be anxious to see when they get home (it's hard to judge the first week or school...with everyone getting acclimated it is very rare that the bus actually leaves the school on time).
They came home yesterday, with a bag full of paperwork for me to review and sign. My hand actually hurt when I was done (can we say Carpel Tunnel...of course we can)! One of the things Emily came home with was a list of her homework for the week with the corresponding papers attached. The list explained which assignment was due on which day. I love that idea! It will be especially good on days that might be too hectic (like if some major thing came up that I knew would make it difficult for Em to get her homework done). If I know a week in advance what her homework schedule will be like I can have her do it on a different night. This doesn't happen often mind you but there are certainly rare occasions in which homework is squeezed in between a million other things. I am sure the teacher would also prefer that it be spread out over the week which is how it will be most of the time.
As I had mentioned in a previous entry, I actually had the opportunity to meet Katherine's teacher when I dropped her off yesterday. You know how you meet someone and right off you get a vibe? You just know immediately whether or not you are going to like this person? I got a very good vibe, after only having said hi and introducing myself. Katherine did very well too. She walked right in, found her desk, sat down and said "Bye Mom."
About the only downfall I can see this year is the new bus situation, at least in the morning. Last year, they caught the bus at 8:15. This year it's at 7:50, which means getting up earlier, which generally just stinks. I will be anxious to see when they get home (it's hard to judge the first week or school...with everyone getting acclimated it is very rare that the bus actually leaves the school on time).
Julia
Apparently, she had too much sugar or something. She was up almost all night (I am not exxagerating...last time I looked at the clock after she finally crashed it was 3:30 AM). She was basically awake for the entire time, with a few moments of fitful sleep thrown in for good measure. She was awake and happy most of the time which is definitely better then awake and screaming but, 3 hours of sleep? Just doesn't cut it for me.
She was being so darn cute too. It's kind of hard to get mad at her when she is saying things like, "Go to sleep now Mama," or requesing songs like "Rock A Bye Baby" which she calls "Baby Top." At one points he stood up on the bed and said (sounding just like a little valley girl), "Oh my God." She is such drama queen.
When the Emily and Katherine left for school this morning, she still wasn't awake so I took advantage and crashed in bed for about an hour and a half. The phone rang about 5 times though so I didn't sleep but, it felt good to just do nothing.
Maybe she will nap later, and maybe if she does, I will too!
She was being so darn cute too. It's kind of hard to get mad at her when she is saying things like, "Go to sleep now Mama," or requesing songs like "Rock A Bye Baby" which she calls "Baby Top." At one points he stood up on the bed and said (sounding just like a little valley girl), "Oh my God." She is such drama queen.
When the Emily and Katherine left for school this morning, she still wasn't awake so I took advantage and crashed in bed for about an hour and a half. The phone rang about 5 times though so I didn't sleep but, it felt good to just do nothing.
Maybe she will nap later, and maybe if she does, I will too!
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