Happy Hanukkah!

Happy Hanukkah 2009!

To celebrate the first night of Hanukkah my friend Izzy came over with her mom and dad and we all had dinner. We lit the menorah and got presents. Mommy even cooked (yup--it's true--she wanted to use the new double oven in our kitchen) a real Shabbat dinner with challah and everything! I had fun playing with Izzy and don't we look cute in our pajamas?!

I love my new "Sydney" chair and all the fun new toys. Thank you for all the great gifts everyone : )

Lighting the candles with the folks...

and just wanted to share a cute picture of me wearing a sweater and hat by my nanny and GiGi.

First snow

Guess what--today we had our first real snow of the year. Last year we barely had any snow so this is my first official snowfall. It was so beautiful--we stayed home and watch it all day long. Mommy and daddy got me all dressed up in layers and we went outside for a little bit. Time to go shopping and get the snowsuit and boots they've been talking about! It sure was slippery and cold but I had fun playing outside! Can't wait for more!!!

Hanging out at Little Gym

This video was just too funny--had to be shared. Sydney has been walking for a few weeks now but in this dress couldn't figure out how to get up without stepping on the dress. So she just created her own way of getting around and proceeded to do this all afternoon around the gym for the enjoyment of all staff and me : ) Sydney did enjoy some playtime with her friend Hanna. Too bad daddy wasn't around to do another demonstration of the hula hoop (unfortunately I do not have video of Jason doing the hula--I know we ALL would have enjoyed seeing that!!!)

November Birthdays

Special shout-out to my Cousin Lindsay who celebrated her First Birthday which just happened to fall on my 13 month birthday : ) So glad we got to celebrate with her!

November is a busy month for birthdays. Happy Birthday to Grandma and Aunt Beth!

And my parents just couldn't resist posting this picture, too.

...Silly Sydney eating breakfast at the diner...this is definitely our child--stuffing her face (literally)!!!

Going Amish

During our trip to Allentown we stopped off in Lancaster, PA along the drive. Mommy and Daddy took me on a horse and buggy ride and we visited an Amish farm. I've only read about farms, animals like cows and horses and tractors in books. I really enjoyed this outing but mom and dad think its a good thing I was born in suburbia--more my style...what would we do without internet, cheesecake factory, cell phones, etc...

lots more pictures and updates to come!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

We finally got our internet fixed! That means mommy can upload some pictures and update the blog. I keep her pretty busy but I'm sure this blog will have new messages every once in awhile.

The updates may not be in any particular order as my mom posts some fun pictures of me. We went to Allentown, PA for Thanksgiving and got to be with a lot of my family. Enjoy the pictures!

Pictures: Sydney with both sets of Grandparents, Aunt Beth & Cousin Lindsay, scrounging for food under the table, being thankful for my family and playing the piano

Hanging out in Allentown--I love traveling (my parents gave me no option--they said I better like to travel). Good thing they bring along some fun toys for me to play with. Here I am driving down the hallway on my great Mickey toy (I like to dance to the music and climb all over it) plus hanging out with daddy in our room.

During the weekend we also had Shabbat dinner at Great Uncle Neil and Aunt Lisa's house. I got to see my Great-Grandma Juliet and enjoyed a yummy dinner.

There's a new place in downtown Bethesda just for kids called the Be With Me Playseum with LOTS to do. There are many different themed rooms with so many activities, toys and learning opportunities. I look forward to hanging out here and hopefully meeting up with some of my friends.

And of course, it is fun to go shopping with my Nanny and Grandpa!!! I love the freedom of not using my stroller but these stores better watch out. I love to shop! I had a very wonderful holiday and am so thankful for my family and friends. Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving too!

calling all dentists

Guess what--my teeth are FINALLY coming in. Can you see 'em? I've got my bottom two coming in and pretty soon even more will appear.

Sydney Walking

i've been delinquint in updating Sydney's blog. We've been busy with the move and are finally getting settled into our new place. It will need some work--there was some interesting decorating done by the previous owners--but we love our new neighborhood and can't wait to have more visitors!

Sydney is doing real well and is an absolute delight. She is making some progress with her walking but is still a little shakey. Thought you'd all enjoy this cute little video (especially Nanny & Grandpa). Watch out world-our little toddler is growing up : )

More pictures and videos to come...

Happy 1st Birthday Sydney!!!!!! We Love You!

Dear Sydney,
We want to wish you the happiest of birthdays. As we celebrate the 1 year anniversary of your birth, we can't help but reflect on all the joyous moments of the past year. It is amazing to look back at all the places we have been, friends we have met and good times that we have had. There have been some tough times too but the smile on your sweet face and the hugs and kisses that we now get make everything better. We hope as parents that we have done right by you and will continue to teach you, entertain you and love you--every single day. Words can not express the feelings in our hearts and hope that each and every moment of every day you will know how much you are loved by your family and friends--especially your crazy parents : )
Much love,
XOXOXO
Mommy & Daddy


















More fun pictures of the birthday girl below--and more to come as the celebrations continue this weekend (and always). We can't guarantee the frequency of the blog as Sydney is a busy little toddler now but we look forward to sharing many more celebrations and good times with all of you. Please know from the bottom of our hearts that we appreciate all the love and support-it truly does take a village to raise a child and as the parents of this particular one, we thank you!

Sydney and her balloon

Let the celebrations begin! Today Sydney is 52 weeks old--tomorrow, October 14th 2009 at 1:25pm Sydney will officially turn 1 year old!!! OK-the tears of joy are already flowing and we absolutely can not believe that our little girl is celebrating her first birthday. At the mall today I picked up a special balloon for her and had a great time watching her squeal with delight at the helium balloon. Thought you all would enjoy this video as much as I did! : )

Football, Football, Football!

Game day! I went to Charlottesville, VA with daddy for a fun filled day of cheering on his Wahoos. Daddy is a little obsessed with football and took me to my first game. We met Nanny and Grandpa while mommy stayed at home (and missed Sydney terribly...but was so glad to hear that a fun time was had by everyone!).

Of course my daddy could not wait to buy me a UVA cheerleader outfit. Go Wahoos Go!

Grandpa gives me a big squeeze and thinks I am the cutest little cheerleader!

University of Virginia Wahoos versus Indiana-what a game! The Wahoos won 47-7! I especially liked the halftime show with the marching band, eating my snacks and playing with toys. Daddy did not understand how I could fall asleep and nap at the stadium but I was worn out! I loved waving to all the other fans and hanging out all day with my daddy & nanny and grandpa too!