And We're Back, AGAIN

During the month of August, Anya has been on 6 flights and away for 15 days total. At the beginning of August she was complaining because her father was going to be away. She hates to be without her dad, so she dragged me (that's actually a lie--I dragged her!) to our nation's capital for a visit to her friend Victoria (and mom Debi) and to learn a little bit of American history.

Poor Victoria always has to go with all the friends who come to visit to all the sites. She was bored to sleep (better than to tears)!


However, I think she liked me, I tried not to be too boring, but actually I think I was a novelty compared to the sites.



Anya got to meet one of her mom's favorite mission companions--whom she loved immediately.



She didn't seem as impressed with Mount Vernon as I thought she would be . . . (you might have to click on this to enlarge it to see her expression for yourself).




But she did love the boat cruise down the Potomac River.





I think she wondered why none of these soldiers moved at the Iwo Jima memorial.



Yep, Anya DOES have a big head when you look at a normal baby. Last I checked it was in the 90th percentile or so. Big head, short body. (The second picture makes it look like her head is in the 900th percentile!)



Anya and Victoria got along great . . . well, most of the time. Although Victoria is actually one week younger, she is months ahead in the mobility department. However, Anya had a few quick moves of her own.



We had a great time in D.C. We'll be back soon! (I have to make my annual pass to Mount Vernon worth the extra 5 bucks, you know.)

And We're Back...

Since the last post, the total number of planes our immediate family has been on is seven, with two more planned for next week...

As a result of some of this traveling, our apartment is still in shambles but at least our internet connection and phone line is back up.

Despite all the changes, some things stay the same like an adorable little girl who slobbers from time to time (you can see the string of saliva connected to her neck if you click on this one):


Anya is excited to tell you about her trip to D.C. to visit her friend Victoria, but because I, myself , have hardly had an opportunity to hear about it, those pictures and stories will have to come later when Lindy and Anya are home.

Until then, enjoy the sun and find a pool to play in if it's hot where you are!

Pterodactyls and Grizzlies and Hyenas - Oh My!

Since visiting the zoo, Anya has picked up quite the ability to imitate some animals... You will "hear" in this video her latest talent... Turn up the volume!



We also will be without internet for a while as we move to a new home... I don't know how we are going to live... ;)

Have a great day and don't go too far as we'll be right back...

Daddy and Me

Anya LOVES her dad. No one can make her laugh harder than her father. Several weeks ago she started saying Dad, and Da (although she has no idea what it means . . . I think). I wish I would have captured the following interaction on video:

Anya: Dada da dad dada
John: Mama, ma ma ma, mama (Anya at the very mention of this laughs hysterically)
Anya: Dada, da da da . . . .
John: (tries again) Mama, ma ma ma (Anya laughs hysterically again and continues saying Dada)

Here are a few pictures of Anya and her dad:

Kisses from Daddy.

Having a moment of silence at Ellis Island and rubbing it in that she got her USA citizenship so much easier than her father, but probably not cheaper.

Anya loves to splash her dad in the pool.

Anya likes watching sports with her dad and giving her opinion on those controversial calls.

Anya likes to hike with her Dad, here they are at the top of Stone Mountain.

Snuggling and hugging on the bed (yes that is a Santa pillowcase--it's my favorite and I use it all year)