It's been a while...(now with pictures!!!)

Yup, even though I am a SAHM (stay at home mom) I somehow lose track of time, and neglect my blogging duties. Shame on me. But I am pretty sure that this not about to change anytime soon. So, in response to the regretful work I am doing on updates I offer to you a big one...So keep scrolling!

Sophia is showing an increased interest in clothing...as long as it is not her own, and only when it is freshly folded! Here she is sporting her daddy's Strongbad t-shirt

I is cute...

Why Sophia can't wear one of mommies' t-shirts instead of underwear, is truly beyond me. But boy if she doesn't look pleased.

We were treated to a visit from the Murton-Bell clan. Just over two months ago, little Annabel joined their family, and Sophia and I got the chance to visit. She enjoyed their company so much that Greg's lap became teh gathering place for all mobile under 4s.

Here's Sophia "ticka ticka"ing (translation: tickling) Joshua.

In the past little while Sophia's tastes for flavors has really developed. She truly likes strongly flavored things, passing up wonderful chicken soup while definately enjoying a spicy pasta. Here is Sophia's I want that face.


Ah...success...I can has carrot cake...

I want more carrot cake --this face is usually associated with things that Sophia really, really likes: cheese, rice pudding, cheese, and whatever mommy and daddy are eating.

Just over a week ago Nana and Papa Mantel were here for a visit. Having them here enabled me to get a good start on my Christmas baking! It was wonderful having them here and Sophia really enjoyed their company. In fact she very happily waved us off one night, didn't even bat an eye. No, I'm not feeling replaceable yet....


"where's Sophie?" Peek-a-boo with Papa

Those who play well are always rewarded with a kiss!!

Nana Gladys and I hit the big craft fair the weekend she was here. We got to go without Sophia, which made the shopping all the easier. Anyway, we got some cool stuff, mostly for other people...including this fabulous sweater for Sophia. She was getting either way, from me or nana, I didn't care. I wanted the sweater for her. And she loves it!

An evening snuggle with Nana.

After several months of eating solids, this is the first time Sophia has pulled the old "bowl on the head routine." She was fascinated to find out that it fit. Thankfully it was empty when she started experimenting.


This was a bit of a strange interaction between papa and Sophia. I think Papa had asked Sophia what sound a bear makes, she wasn't forth coming so he had to show her....the second picture is Sophia showing Papa how to do it correctly!


Maybe we are trying to raise a pick pocket? Sophia was bound and determined to get into Papa's vest pocket. I am not sure anything of any value was in it. Maybe it was the challenge of it all. Anyway, she won't make a good pick pocket unless she starts being a little more stealthy.

The great straw dance. (this took place waaaaay past her bedtime, she was wired!)

Winter has come to the prairies. We were heading out to the Cathedral Village Christmas celebration and that meant Sophia needed to be bundled up good and warm. Well, the combination of the snowsuit and the heavy boots were a little much for her. This is her "help me, I can't move my arms" look. Yup, she's on the floor. She would take about two steps and topple. Other than that, she didn't complain.

We arrived too late for most of the outdoor stuff at the celebration, but Sophia did get close up to a lovely big floppy eared bunny. She'd look at the fuzzy creature and say "hop, hop, hop." She was thrilled.