Hanging with Henley & Sofia

Sofia and Henley came by tonight, and Grace was so excited to see them. She and Sofia played so nicely together - coloring, cooking and even going to the bathroom together (Grace tried to go "like Sofia").

Busy, Special Sunday

This morning we took Grace to the Carousel at Central Park, and she loved it! Despite being almost December, the weather here in NYC is still pretty nice. Crisp, but nice. This afternoon we met up with the Meyers and went to the Big Apple Circus, which isn't very big at all actually. It's set up in Lincoln Center under a tent. Grace enjoyed the horse show and remembers that she saw a "prince riding the horses" and "lots and lots of bouncing" and the "trapeze." Week 102 Album.

Outside Fun

Grace loves to play outside. Today before we drove back, she played in the leaves, ran on the lawn and totally exhausted herself.

Tea Time

Grace and Mom-mom have a special tea ritual, and Grace loves it. "Sit at the table and have tea," she requests when she's at their house. Today Grace did her first sneaky thing - that we witnessed, at least. My parents have a little bowl with candy orange slices, and Grace was eyeing it all day. When she thought we weren't watching - even though we were all in the room - she took one in her hand, closed her fingers around it and walked slowly out of the room w/o making eye contact. I followed her to the front door where she was hiding and nibbling on it, and she looked so cute...and guilty. I told her it was ok to have it, that she could come back in and join us. She was still so skeptical though. Apparently Alex had told her that she couldn't have one earlier in the day! This afternoon Grace went to Chuck E. Cheese, her favorite place right now.

Turkey Time

The Glesers came down to Villanova for Thanksgiving, and it was great to be together. We missed Aunt Meredith though!

Grace Bakes

I decided to do a little baking project with Grace since we have a couple of books on the topic. She was very interested in mixing the dough, rolling it out and eating it - my favorite part, too. Once they were baked, she had a blast decorating them. What's funny is she found the sugary decor more interesting to eat than the cookies themselves.

Sunday Brunch

Grace had a blast at the Manning's for Sunday brunch on Greer's birthday. Grace ate a lot of cupcakes, played with the family, hung out with the big girls, jammed on guitar and drums and more. Week 101 Album.

OMG: Oh My Greer!

We had an awesome time at Greer's Bat Mitzvah on Saturday night. Greer did a great job in temple and rocking out at the party. Hopefully she wasn't too embarrassed of the Gleser cousin domination on the dance floor and platforms.

Stickers!!

They are Grace's new obsession. She especially loves letter, number and picture matching.

Sunday

This morning we celebrated Lucy's birthday, and then Uncle Zman came over and danced around to "Single Ladies" with Grace. Aunt Dina, Uncle Teddy and Maya came by, too, and Grace and Aunt Dina practiced some yoga. Week 100 Album.

Saturday Afternoon with the Schiffmans

Grace looked cuddly and sweet this morning wrapped up in a blanket. Sam and Henry came by to play this afternoon, and unfortunately we couldn't get a good picture. Grace was happy to see them.

Museum of Natural History

Grace and Charlie went to the Museum this afternoon, and they loved it. Grace was totally fascinated by the Butterfly Garden. One even landed on her face! She is still talking about it. Another thing she thought was cool was a glass elevator we took.

Mini Golf, Anyone?

Grace put on her new outfit from Grandma for Grandma & Aunt Enid's visit today.

At the Zoo with Ezra

Philly Visit

Grace and I spent the weekend in Villanova, and she enjoyed the time with Mom-mom and Grandpa very much - Cheese E Cheese, Juliana's 2nd bday party and more. Week 99 Album.