A New Kind of Sandwich

Two of Daddy’s favorite treats are ice cream sandwiches and banana splits, so when he discovered a box of banana split–flavored ice cream sandwiches in the Wal-Mart freezer, there was no question that a box would be coming home.

After a couple weeks, all but one of the sandwiches had been consumed. It was a pretty warm day, so after Daddy and Leah finished their lunch, Daddy decided it might be nice to share a treat with his little girl. As you can see, Leah thought that was a pretty good idea, as well.

(more pics; video to come)

A New Kind of Sandwich

Two of Daddy’s favorite treats are ice cream sandwiches and banana splits, so when he discovered a box of banana split–flavored ice cream sandwiches in the Wal-Mart freezer, there was no question that a box would be coming home.

After a couple weeks, all but one of the sandwiches had been consumed. It was a pretty warm day, so after Daddy and Leah finished their lunch, Daddy decided it might be nice to share a treat with his little girl. As you can see, Leah thought that was a pretty good idea, as well.

(more pics; video to come)

Buddies

Leah’s become quite enamored with David—especially with helping Mommy and Daddy take care of him. Whether giving him his pacifier, bringing Mommy a clean diaper (or throwing away a dirty one), or just plain talking to and kissing her little brother, she’s really become quite the little helper, and David is responding in kind. Granted, he’s a very smiley baby anyway, but Leah definitely reaps the benefits.

Like the shots on today’s welcome page, this photo was not staged; Leah just walked over to David, laid down beside him, and put her arm around him: always the loving big sister.

Mommy and Daddy sure love having two kids!

Buddies

Leah’s become quite enamored with David—especially with helping Mommy and Daddy take care of him. Whether giving him his pacifier, bringing Mommy a clean diaper (or throwing away a dirty one), or just plain talking to and kissing her little brother, she’s really become quite the little helper, and David is responding in kind. Granted, he’s a very smiley baby anyway, but Leah definitely reaps the benefits.

Like the shots on today’s welcome page, this photo was not staged; Leah just walked over to David, laid down beside him, and put her arm around him: always the loving big sister.

Mommy and Daddy sure love having two kids!

The Hand-Me-Down

Now, before we begin, it must be emphasized that David is in no way old enough for the Intellitainer. He can’t sit up by himself, he can’t reach for things with any degree of intent, he can’t do a lot of things. But the one thing he can do is look around in awe and amazement of the world around him.

This evening, while Daddy was dressing Leah for bed, Mommy place David in the Intellitainer and drove the little school bus back and forth while the music was playing. David sat transfixed, focused intently on the fascinating display of control and dexterity before him (not to mention the music, sounds, and lights).

He may not technically be old enough yet, but he’s so darned cute in there!

The Hand-Me-Down

Now, before we begin, it must be emphasized that David is in no way old enough for the Intellitainer. He can’t sit up by himself, he can’t reach for things with any degree of intent, he can’t do a lot of things. But the one thing he can do is look around in awe and amazement of the world around him.

This evening, while Daddy was dressing Leah for bed, Mommy place David in the Intellitainer and drove the little school bus back and forth while the music was playing. David sat transfixed, focused intently on the fascinating display of control and dexterity before him (not to mention the music, sounds, and lights).

He may not technically be old enough yet, but he’s so darned cute in there!

Bubbles!

Leah’s bath has become as integral a part of her bedtime routine as reading or family prayer. It’s one last chance for Leah to play—and therefore, one last chance for her to get the wiggles out—before getting dressed (and ostensibly calmed down) for bed.

Over the last few months, Grandma and Pop have gotten Leah a bunch of new bath toys: a big, orange ball, a Baby Genius magnetic caterpillar, even a Dora the Explorer playset with an entire island that floats around the tub. But one thing that Mommy and Daddy got for Leah’s bath was the bubbles. Sometimes it’s just baby wash, sometimes (like last night) we go all out and use Spongebob Squarepants’ Snorkleberry bubblebath, but it’s always one of Leah’s favorites.

As demonstrated.