Visitors from Abroad

We had some company from my cousin Tina and Wolf this weekend. They always come to Florida to get away and relax. The drove up to Jacksonville for the day and we all went out to dinner together. It is always great seeing the extended German family.

Sticky Faced Monster

Kids can not be trusted. I was on the phone today and not paying attention to what Alexandra was doing. Typically she is in the other room playing with her "people" or just watching TV. After a few minutes, I realized it had gotten way to quite in the house. I called for her, but no answer. That promptly informed me that she was into something she should not be. I started my search in the bedroom - no Alexandra. Keep in mind she has been testing us like crazy since I am so tired from working all day and being pregnant she has been getting away with a lot more than normal. I moved into the kitchen, still no Alexandra. Checked the guest room - nope not there. I walked back into the kitchen and the little Sticky Faced Monster was looking right at me. I thought it was so cute, I could not even get mad about her wasting all my sticky notes.

Safety 1st

Alexandra got her first scooter this weekend. She was very excited. We are all about the safety element. She proudly put on her helmet and knee pads. Alexandra is not always the most coordinated kid on the block, so it was important that she learned the rules quickly, no riding the scooter without her protective gear. After a few adjustments of the helmet and knee pads - we were ready for fun! She loves this thing, although I am wondering how long it will keep her attention. She was asking if it had a place to put her "people".

First Big Hair Cut

Alexandra got her first big haircut today. We have done little trims here and there, but it was time to get a big cut. She was so very excited, could barely sit still. We went from mid back to a short bob. The only sad thing is she lost her baby curls. I think her favorite part was the lollipop at the end.

Santa Visits

Merry Christmas Everyone! This year was a lot of fun. Since Alexandra was a little older, she was actually able to help open the gifts. In true Christmas Eve Tradition - Santa Claus stopped by the house to make sure Alexandra was being good. She was so excited.

Alexandra got really spoiled this year between Santa, Gamma, Oma and us - I do not think there was a single thing she did not get. She loved playing with everything on Christmas morning - and afterall, that is what is important.

Big Girl Room

Alexandra has officially moved out of her crib and into a big girl room. We wanted to make sure this happened well in advance of Anthony's arrival - so she did not feel like she was getting kicked out for the new baby. We decided to make the room fun and paint it her favorite color - HOT PINK!

We went to Ikea to pick out all new furniture - which is good because it is low to the ground so if she tumbles out of bed, she will not get hurt. The transition went beautifully, she loves her new room and loves being a big girl.

Sea World

We went to Sea World this weekend with Aunt Daniela and Hailey and Oma. It was a lot of fun. The girls loved playing together and loved the Shamu show. Although I was pregnant, the weather was nice and cool and I also really enjoyed myself. Since it was around Christmas time, they had a visit Santa thing which was great for the kids.

Daddy played basket ball and was able to win Alexandra a huge Shamu. Great - this should be fun trying to get this thing back to Jacksonville