I Love My Nong Lanna!

One of the highlights of our time with Grandma and Grandpa was going to Washington D.C. over Easter weekend to visit Uncle Chris, Auntie Yoko and Nong Lanna. We had so much fun - even though Amelia's good sleeping habits took a HUGE hit.

Here are some photos of Amelia and Nong Lanna, who is younger by 3 1/2 months. Amelia LOVED little cousin Lanna. They had the BEST time together. Amelia acted like such a big sister - showing Nong Lanna cool things and comforting her when she seemed upset. Example: once when Lanna started to cry after Chris left the room, Amelia said: "Don't worry Lanna. Your Da-Da be right back." It was so cute. By the end of the trip Amelia was calling Lanna "MY Nong Lanna." Enough said!

Downtown Disney

Another super-fun activity we have recently discovered is visiting Downtown Disney. There are no entrance fees, parking is free and there a few little rides (boat, train, merry-go-round) that are cheap with short lines.

Amelia thinks it's great fun and each time we have gone recently, she unbelievably FELL ASLEEP IN HER STROLLER. She hasn't done that since she was three-months old!

Sunny Days

Last month, we spent a beautiful Saturday morning at an art festival in Baldwin Park where Amelia got her face painted with a beautiful sun. She was so serious about it, but in the end, she was tickled with the result.

Three Generations

Wow! I can't believe how the time has flown by this spring. Grandma Maria and Grandpa Guy arrived February 22 and we have had the best time with them. Amelia LOVES talking to them, reading with them, playing with them. And she loves showing them all her activities - music class, gymnastics, Gymboree. They leave next week and we will sure miss them!

Here are a few pictures taken about a month ago down at the lake.

Just Another Day at the Park

We've had several cool days this winter - perfect for playing at the park! Here are some shots from a few weeks ago at a park in nearby Winter Garden along a bike trail. We call it the "horsey park" because horses sometimes graze nearby. Amelia is growing up so much every day. She mostly speaks in sentences now saying things like "Mama, come play with me!" or "Da Da move out of the way please." It's so cute. The other day when we arrived at our music class Amelia said, "Miss Keri is so happy to see ME!" (Miss Keri is the teacher.)

And she's growing like a weed. At her 24-month doctor's appointment Friday, she weighed 31 pounds, 12 ounces and was 36 inches tall! (We think she was standing on her tiptoes for the height measurement.) The doctor was very impressed by Amelia's sentences. The best news of all: no more shots (except the flu shot) until she starts school!

Our dear Amelia Marie,

Happy, happy 2nd Birthday! We can't believe it has been two years since that unforgettable night you came into our lives. You are the joy of our lives - incredibly smart, funny, beautiful and kind. Your smile and laugh and yes, cries, are etched on our hearts, and can't imagine our lives without you.

We will love you forever,

Mama and Da-Da

Happy New Year and Say CHEESE!

Happy New Year everyone!

My Auntie Tracy is teaching me early how to take excellent pictures - just like she does!

Pretty soon I'll be a pro, just like she is.

I hope everyone has a great 2010!

Love, Amelia Marie