Sam's First Christmas!

We had a great trip to Denver for Christmas . . . not much snow this year, but we enjoyed spending time with Pappy, Cacky, Louie, and the rest of the family!

The Elusive Xmas Card Shot

Dad had a hard time getting a picture in which Max and I both looked as cute as he would like.

My Wish Comes True!

Last Christmas, I received a book that asked me to make a wish, and every time we've read that book in the last year (two, three, four hundred times), I've made the same wish-- "I wish for a Christmas Tree!" Today, my wish came true! We were sitting at Daddy's birthday brunch, and Mom announced we would be heading to the local Christmas tree stand to buy our first Christmas tree (this was my wish, but I'm pretty sure I saw a tear in Daddy's eye). Auntie Sono and Auntie Aparna came over and we spent the afternoon drinking apple cider, listening to Christmas music, and making popcorn-cranberry garlands and gumdrop ornaments. Then we decorated the tree and my wish came true! What a perfect day! Happy Birthday Dad!

Thanksgiving 2008 in Cleveland

I very much enjoyed my first Thanksgiving, especially since we got to spend it in Cleveland with Nanaji, Naniji, Mosaji, Mosiji, Mamaji, and Anya (I'm sure there is an alternative name that I'm supposed to use for Anya, but no one has pushed that one yet). Dad and Amit made a delicious dinner that everyone else seemed to enjoy very much (maybe I'll get to try it next year?). I can't wait to see everyone again soon!

Catching up . . .

Here are some non-Disney, non-Thanksgiving pics from the last few weeks, including shots with Sono, the Bobelians, the Hilberts, and the Wu-Ma Clan of San Francisco!

Sam's Trip to Disney World

I don't really think Max's previous post encapsulates my experience in Disney World. I can't be sure, but I think these people were trying to keep me quiet while they were having the times of their lives. They just kept moving me back and forth between the car seat and the Ergo carrier. Every now and them, Mommy did stop off at a feeding station to top me off, but other than that, they seemed a little unfocused on yours truly. The worst was in restaurants,if god-forbid I woke up during their mealtimes, one of them actually had to hold me to keep me quiet. The did take me on a few rides, but should babies really see pirates shooting canon balls at each other?

Max's Trip to Disney World

Now that Sammy-boy is old enough to travel, we decided to take a trip to Disney World. Everyone seems to think we are a little crazy with comments like, "The kids won't remember the trip," and "When will Sam take a nap?" and "You're crazy!" We might be crazy, but we had a great time!

Obama Wins!

Yesterday was voting day in the United States, and we all went to vote. I don't usually use this space as a political forum, but I will say that my guy won! We went to an election night party and I couldn't believe the celebration at 11:00:01 when every channel announced Barack Obama the winner. Cars were honking. People were dancing in the streets whooping and screaming with joy. Uncle Mat even woke Evan up so he could experience the moment. It was a terrific night that I probably won't remember but for this blog entry.

2 Months!

Max really likes it when we wear similar clothes (in case you haven't noticed). We'll see what I think when I have an opinion. I went to the doctor this week and I'm growing fast-- 11.5 lbs and 24 inches! All is well otherwise . . .

Halloween 2008

We continued our Halloween traditions with our annual Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza (five years running) and trick-or-treating in Tribeca with the Tyndales (three years running). I actually understand Halloween this year, so I really started to get into it. I helped Daddy clean out the pumpkin for carving and I decided what face I wanted on my pumpkin. And get this-- I took the candy while I was trick-or-treating rather than giving it back! Sam on the other hand, didn't seem to get any of it-- he slept through pumpkin carving, he didn't love his costume, and he didn't get any candy! Babies are weird.

Puttin' a little meat on my bones!

Seven Weeks!

More smiles, more silly outfits, more attempts at the perfect pic with Max.

Miles of Smiles

Enough said!

Brunch at Max's

I had some of my friends over for brunch on Sunday-- Chloe, Lola, and Jake T. Daddy's food was pretty good, but I think the brunch I made was better.

Pie in our Future

We took a trip to Warwick, NY to go apple picking at Masker Farm yesterday. As you may know, Dad has been somewhat obsessed this summer with local food. He started out by going to Farmer's Markets-- pretty normal NYC activity. Then he bought a share of a farm's crop before the season started and we go every week to pick up our bounty at a local store. Now, he's taking us to actual farms to pick our own fruits and vegetables! What's next, moving to the country and planting our own crops!

All that said, I really did enjoy the experience, and given the 20 lb. bag of apples we brought home, I'll bet we are going to be having lots of apple pie in the next few weeks!

Gettin' Around

I got to visit state number three this week (Connecticut) for Auntie Courtney's birthday brunch. I have to admit, I was asleep most of the trip again, but it was fun to experience a new culture ;)

AC 360

What a week of partying! First, my cousin Anya was in town to celebrate her first birthday. I was asleep the whole time, but I hear the pizza, cake, and presents were awesome. Then it was Nani's birthday and we all decided to take a trip to Atlantic City! I was asleep the whole time, but something tells me that Mom and Dad got some strange looks walking through the casinos with a newborn and a 3-year-old.

3 Weeks!

I've been around for three weeks and to be honest, I don't have anything snappy to report-- sorry. Enjoy the pictures though!

Pappy and Cacky's Visit

My grandparents from Denver came to visit this week, and apparently, Max has given them some very silly names that I may lobby to change when I am old enough to lobby. Anyway, they were a lot of fun when they were around (Max monopolized most of their time).

Bronx: Check!

We did it! Daddy and I made it to all five boroughs as we adventured through NYC this summer. This week we went to the Bronx Zoo-- by far the best zoo in New York City. We took Pappy and Cacky with us too . . . I think they came to see Sam, but Sam is a little boring right now, so I thought they would enjoy the zoo more. (no offense to Sam of course, but he spends a lot of time sleeping. Anyway, a good time was had by all.