WESTMINSTER BELLS

Meredith and Clyde recently signed Sofia and me (Geema) up for a family music class. We are learning new songs, dancing, using instruments and generally having a grand, happy time of it. The class comes with a CD of the music we learn in class and the teacher asks that we play it as much as possible at home and in the car, which we're all dutifully doing.

A couple of days ago, Sof's Daddy came by the house while Sofia was here, and we played some of the music. Here Sofia is dancing to one of her favorite songs, a round called "The Little Bells of Westminster". She eventually goes to the door asking that we let Dylan in, and then we had to play it "more".

GALLERIA RAINFOREST PLAYGROUND

An example of one of the many friends Sofia brings with her when she comes to visit. Today, we came in out of the rain by visiting the mall's new rainforest playground . . .

We have to shelve shoes before going in . . .

Sometimes, we need to sit down on a bench to rest . . .

What is wrong with this picture?

Who's out there?

Time to head out, with juice and animal crackers . . .

OUR SWEET LITTLE ONE GROWING UP TOO FAST

It seems only a month or two ago we were propping Sofia up with pillows. Now at two, she's running, talking, climbing and asserting her independence. Here are a few snapshots of Sof's 2nd birthday party. Her full birthday story is on her Mummy and Daddy's blog.

Thank you, Sofia, for all the precious times you share with us. Happy 2nd Birthday!!!

GOING FOR A WALK

HANGIN' OUT WITH PAPA

Papa has big shoes to fill . . .