Just wanted to share that Adrian has designated himself the recycle dude in our house. When his grandmother came to visit this weekend, he showed her where to put her plastic bottle (in our recycling bin). Also, he will fish for plastic bag in our drawers (even clean ziploc bags) and put them in our recycling bag.
And in a topic not completely unrelated . . . he and i went shopping for his first potty. he likes to take it apart and put it back together. He also tells me when he's done the deed, although it's AFTER. Let's see if he can work towards putting that waste the appropriate receptacle.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Easter Fun
Because Adrian has never witnessed the fun of a good ol' Easter Parranda in Bville, I was intent on starting to ease him into the fun tradition of how eventful this holiday it can be. It started with getting him a new outfit (well, new for him- hello Village Discount). I then purchased some plastic easter eggs AND actual "cascarones" already pre-filled and ready for cracking at a local supermarket, and an easter egg basket. Adrian even decorated the eggs. The plastic ones were decorated with his crayons and the wax one were decorated with finger paint (I will post the interesting photos of the paint all over his clothes).
I planned to make it to church in one piece as well, so i skipped the cooking or inviting anyone to the house that would require feeding so we instead planned on a nice big brunch at a local favortie restaurant, Grand Lux (think Cheesecake factory type of restaurant). Finnally, we actually make it to Church on time. An Easter Bunny was on hand to greet kids and 3-4 horse drawn carriages were even on hand for free rides (curtesy of the Church). Adrian, even though had passed out in the car, woke up as soon as he saw the horses.
I did make an easter cake (from scratch) so we had an Orange Chiffon Cake for dessert. Finally, for the big finale- the Easter Egg Hunt and cracking on the head. Adrian actually seemed to enjoy the hunt with his big eyes gettinge even wider when he would peek an egg hiding in the grass or on the steps of the outdoor stairs. When it came time to crack, I first showed Adrian by cracking the egg on Luis' head. Too bad the egg was almost as hard as a rock and I think if it wasn't for Luis abundant hair, he would have been hurt. We had to crush it in our hands before we could sprinkle the confetti on Adrian's hair. He didn't seem to mind it THAT much.
And at the end, once we got inside and were windign down Adrian seemed to be on a high (probably from all the sugar in the cake) and he was speed walking on a yoga mat. He would even turn around on his own on the mat and speed walk back (very tight turn when you think of how narrow the mat is). We got some good pics, so I will share those soon.
Isis
I planned to make it to church in one piece as well, so i skipped the cooking or inviting anyone to the house that would require feeding so we instead planned on a nice big brunch at a local favortie restaurant, Grand Lux (think Cheesecake factory type of restaurant). Finnally, we actually make it to Church on time. An Easter Bunny was on hand to greet kids and 3-4 horse drawn carriages were even on hand for free rides (curtesy of the Church). Adrian, even though had passed out in the car, woke up as soon as he saw the horses.
I did make an easter cake (from scratch) so we had an Orange Chiffon Cake for dessert. Finally, for the big finale- the Easter Egg Hunt and cracking on the head. Adrian actually seemed to enjoy the hunt with his big eyes gettinge even wider when he would peek an egg hiding in the grass or on the steps of the outdoor stairs. When it came time to crack, I first showed Adrian by cracking the egg on Luis' head. Too bad the egg was almost as hard as a rock and I think if it wasn't for Luis abundant hair, he would have been hurt. We had to crush it in our hands before we could sprinkle the confetti on Adrian's hair. He didn't seem to mind it THAT much.
And at the end, once we got inside and were windign down Adrian seemed to be on a high (probably from all the sugar in the cake) and he was speed walking on a yoga mat. He would even turn around on his own on the mat and speed walk back (very tight turn when you think of how narrow the mat is). We got some good pics, so I will share those soon.
Isis
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Visiting the New Prima
Adrian and I returned Monday evening from visiting Mayari since Saturday. Unfortunately, Sophia was not present due to shady flight issues with Spirit Airlines.
He seemed to really take to her. He showed his concern with her by being quite diligent in checking up on her whenever he heard her cry and putting her Chupon back in her mouth whenever it fell out. He also would stand guard over Cibeles and Mayari during breastfeeding sessions. I think if he could, he would have climbed on Cibeles' lap to get a closer look. He also liked kissing her and would ask me to kiss her over and over again. Once, when she was crying while sitting near us and Cibeles came to get her, he even seemed to want to stop Cibeles from taking her away because he was concerned for Mayari. We explained to him however that Cibeles was Mayari's mama and would make Mayari feel better- he seemed to agree.
Back in Chicago, whenever he is eating strapped to his chair and we mention Mayari, he wants to get off to go upstairs to go find her since she was upstairs in her home most of the time we were there. He is too cute!
Cibe mentioned she would be sending pics soon.
Isis
He seemed to really take to her. He showed his concern with her by being quite diligent in checking up on her whenever he heard her cry and putting her Chupon back in her mouth whenever it fell out. He also would stand guard over Cibeles and Mayari during breastfeeding sessions. I think if he could, he would have climbed on Cibeles' lap to get a closer look. He also liked kissing her and would ask me to kiss her over and over again. Once, when she was crying while sitting near us and Cibeles came to get her, he even seemed to want to stop Cibeles from taking her away because he was concerned for Mayari. We explained to him however that Cibeles was Mayari's mama and would make Mayari feel better- he seemed to agree.
Back in Chicago, whenever he is eating strapped to his chair and we mention Mayari, he wants to get off to go upstairs to go find her since she was upstairs in her home most of the time we were there. He is too cute!
Cibe mentioned she would be sending pics soon.
Isis
Sunday, March 29, 2009
The day is here!
Here ye, here ye . . . Adrian is walking! Today is his first official day when he went from Point A to Point B on his own with no prompting- for a total of like 3 steps. But then- we went to a small get together at my friend's Angie's mom's house and he took off after a cat. No apprehension, no looking back, this baby was on a mission. He walked down hallways and up and down a room after this cat. It was crazy! Luis and I just had our mouths hanging wide open like . . .where did this come from?
So the proud parents are glowing while the Chun Chus is FINALLY down today after not sleeping since 7:25 Am! Whew, big day in the Martinez household.
Oh yeah, and we are losing the honorary Martinez family member Marah as she heads back to San Antonio tomorrow evening.
So the proud parents are glowing while the Chun Chus is FINALLY down today after not sleeping since 7:25 Am! Whew, big day in the Martinez household.
Oh yeah, and we are losing the honorary Martinez family member Marah as she heads back to San Antonio tomorrow evening.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Adrian- 3 days shy of his 17 month birthday
Just shy of his 17th month birthday our PinPon seems to be growing up into a confident boy who is not afraid of telling you if he does or does not like something. If he does not like food, he will just open his mouth and have it spill off his tongue. If he does not want a kiss, he will push you away. If he wants you to do something for him- he will take your hand and lead you in the desired direction. And if he wants to go downstairs- he will, even if it means not waiting for an adult. he has figured out how to manuver the stairs, tv, stove, and getting people to open doors since he has done his effort at knocking.
on the walking front- he seems to just stand on his own without noticing all the time. he will take 1-2 steps without prompting to get to another place but if you are noticing- he will take about 4 steps so that he can be rewarded with a big hug when he gets to you.
Sleep wise- he is really good at getting his 2 hour nap in at the 4 hour mark after waking up in the morning and at night he is a trooper. If we delay on his bedtime, he does not complian. In the getting ready for bed department- he is all about his bath. He tosses his bath toys in, his wash cloth, the water thermometer and even knows how to test the water. He has tried more than once to get in the tub on his own. Oh and the best part is that he enjoys getting his teeth brushed with a motorized toothbrush.
These days we decided to interview a babysitter because Marah will be flying the coup for warmer pastures. I think I'm really hesistant to have a stranger watch him but how else will i conduct interviews and go to meetings?
This week Luis is not in school so we are going to introduce Adrian to even more trees and will go visit the Arborateum today. Prior to that, Adrian and I frequent the Garfield Conservatory where Adrian got really confident at walking on rocks, slopes, going down a tubed slide, and learned about plants.
Until next month,
Isis
on the walking front- he seems to just stand on his own without noticing all the time. he will take 1-2 steps without prompting to get to another place but if you are noticing- he will take about 4 steps so that he can be rewarded with a big hug when he gets to you.
Sleep wise- he is really good at getting his 2 hour nap in at the 4 hour mark after waking up in the morning and at night he is a trooper. If we delay on his bedtime, he does not complian. In the getting ready for bed department- he is all about his bath. He tosses his bath toys in, his wash cloth, the water thermometer and even knows how to test the water. He has tried more than once to get in the tub on his own. Oh and the best part is that he enjoys getting his teeth brushed with a motorized toothbrush.
These days we decided to interview a babysitter because Marah will be flying the coup for warmer pastures. I think I'm really hesistant to have a stranger watch him but how else will i conduct interviews and go to meetings?
This week Luis is not in school so we are going to introduce Adrian to even more trees and will go visit the Arborateum today. Prior to that, Adrian and I frequent the Garfield Conservatory where Adrian got really confident at walking on rocks, slopes, going down a tubed slide, and learned about plants.
Until next month,
Isis
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
El Cumpleanos del Padrino
So in honor of Osiris birthday, a blog entry:
First happy 32nd birthday Osiris! I heard you had a Winnie the Pooh theme party. We never got the invitation. Adrian would have loved to attend in his Tigger suit that probably doesn't fit anymore.
Secondly, I forgot to mention that Adrian is now officially 16 months old as of February 28th- the day Lilah and Nate arrived to Chicago- loaded with gifts. From a kissing elmo, to the cutest snow boots and a handy zipper name tag for his jacket.
Oh, the real news update is that Adrian is starting to do Solitos . . . alot! He loves letting go, opens his mouth really wide in glee at his new found sense of "living life on the edge" and tries 1-2 steps before falling in the pair of arms in front of him for a big congratulatory hug. I was thinking of having him hold a "Happy Birthday Padrino" sign but figured he would not be able to do both- hold a sign and try to balance. So he just might walk before Mayari.
Speaking of which, Adrian and I are planning a visit the first weekend of April to Detroit to hang out with not only Cibeles, Mayari, and David, but Sophia too!
Finally on the job front, i'm still not working but am feeling positive that something good is coming down the pipeline. I have an interview today, possibly another one on TH and two strong contacts at two other companies.
Hoping everyone is doing well- especially Horus/Hermes whom I rarely speak to.
Isis
First happy 32nd birthday Osiris! I heard you had a Winnie the Pooh theme party. We never got the invitation. Adrian would have loved to attend in his Tigger suit that probably doesn't fit anymore.
Secondly, I forgot to mention that Adrian is now officially 16 months old as of February 28th- the day Lilah and Nate arrived to Chicago- loaded with gifts. From a kissing elmo, to the cutest snow boots and a handy zipper name tag for his jacket.
Oh, the real news update is that Adrian is starting to do Solitos . . . alot! He loves letting go, opens his mouth really wide in glee at his new found sense of "living life on the edge" and tries 1-2 steps before falling in the pair of arms in front of him for a big congratulatory hug. I was thinking of having him hold a "Happy Birthday Padrino" sign but figured he would not be able to do both- hold a sign and try to balance. So he just might walk before Mayari.
Speaking of which, Adrian and I are planning a visit the first weekend of April to Detroit to hang out with not only Cibeles, Mayari, and David, but Sophia too!
Finally on the job front, i'm still not working but am feeling positive that something good is coming down the pipeline. I have an interview today, possibly another one on TH and two strong contacts at two other companies.
Hoping everyone is doing well- especially Horus/Hermes whom I rarely speak to.
Isis
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