Zoo Day

Took the kids to the zoo and all they wanted to do was stay at the playground.  Didn't see any animals which defeated the purpose of going to the zoo.  

Magnatile Castle

Look mommy!  I built a big castle.

Mama

My baby called me "Ma-ma" twice today.  I'm pretty sure.

First time he was fussy and I looked down at him and he said clearly "Mama".  Second time, I was washing dishes and Grande was underfoot.  He was likely hungry and wanted his bottle.  He kept repeating Mama and what I swear was "bao bao" (hold me in Chinese).  Mama bao bao, mama bao bao.

Writing

We've got a long way to go with handwriting.  Mini is showing slight interest in writing so we start with her name.  Tracing is manageable but shaky.  Free hand is unreadable (evidenced by the bottom line of chicken scratch).

One Year Wellness Check

Hmm, Grande hasn't grown as much as I hoped.  But he checked out fine and took three vaccinations like a man.  Only two whimpers came out of him.

Height 31in (75th percentile)
Weight 21lbs (60th percentile)
Head 48cm (92 percentile)

Party Time

Grande's close friends and family, trays of Chinese food, painting and ceramics, and cake make for a wonderful birthday party. 

Happy 1st Birthday, Grande!

It's been 365 days and look how far you've come - you're a walking, babbling, eating, and playful munchkin.  Happy first birthday, little man.