Kids just do the cutest (and most disgusting) things

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Cutest:
Whenever Sofia is upset, both Antony and I console her by picking her up, giving her a cuddle and saying "I know, I know, I know you're upset." She obviously thinks that this is what you are meant to say when you're unhappy so when she starts to cry she whimpers a sad and consistent "I know, I know, I know." It is hard to keep a straight face.

Most Disgusting:
Sofia recently vomited (wait, it gets worse) and Antony promptly grabbed some toilet paper to wipe it up off the floor. He threw the soiled paper in the toilet bowl and then went find a baby wipe to clean a bit more thoroughly. Minutes later we found Sofia walking around the apartment with soaking toilet paper hanging out of her mouth. Yes, she went into the toilet and plucked out the vomit soiled TP and proceeded to EAT it. This was the beginning of the current and passionate love affair Sofia has with the toilet. We hope it is a short phase.

Lulu - The Dolly

This dolly cannot get enough love from Sofia. This is how she prefers to carry her.

The Holidays

We had an eventful holiday season: Thanksgiving with Grandad and Grandma in NYC, skiiing in Steamboat Springs with Gigi, Poppi, Meggy, Old Grandpa and Old Grandma followed by a three day delay (and detour to Dallas) getting home due to snow on the east coast. It was great to spend time with family, get fresh air and exercise but we were all glad to get home and begin 2011.

Here are some of our favorite pics from the trip. Thanks for sharing 2010 with us and best wishes to all for 2011.

Max and Sofia getting their holiday kissing on.

Sofia getting into Mommy's jewelry box.

Sofia and Meggy getting some quality time in Colorado.

Marshmellow girl.

Mommy and Daddy, hitting the slopes (badly).

Sofia in Daddy's ski boots. Too big?

The ski bunnies: Gigi, Meggy and Me.

What Sofia is Thankful For

At 14 months, Sofia is a very thankful toddler. Her list was very long this year and it was hard to make sense of the "mamamamama ohohohohoh bobobobob eheheheheh" that is constantly streaming from her lips, but I have tried to translate for you:

• Mama and Dada, who I kiss and cuddle constantly.
• Her people: Grandma, Grandad, Gigi, Poppi, Old Grandma, Old Grandpa, Aunt Megan, Uncle Chris, Max, Aunties and Uncles across the US and the UK and random people on the street that smile at her.
• Food - any food. Except several fruits - no thanks, she says.
• Walking is AWESOME
• Sleeping without a pacifier
• Two naps a day. ("Mama, don't try to take my morning nap away again. I'll make you wish you didn't.")
• Cashmere
• Teddy, who's nose fur is almost completely rubbed off.
• Giggling and waving to strangers.
• Being able to now properly use toys, like building blocks and stacking shapes.
• The mouse in "That's not my ....." book series. I love finding that little mouse, says she.
• Calling for taxis with one finger in the air.
• Freebies from Daddy's new job where they make baby products.
• Being the center of attention every minute of every day.

That was about all I could make out.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. Miss you and love you.

Sofia's First 'Real' Walking Day

A few weeks ago Sofia graced us with a few lonely steps. She then decided to stop. Today with Jessica, both friend and babysitter, she decided to walk. Properly. Check it out.

Halloween

Halloween - urban style. This is pretty funny stuff. Sofia and I started the day off having brunch with Matt, Inigo and Phillip at HK (aka Gay Night Club that does brunch). HK was blasting Lady Gaga while the waitstaff pranced around in naughty costumes. Patrons were also getting into the spirit, and our favorites were Gem and the Holograms (for those out there that understand the reference).

After a late and much needed nap (for both of us), we went to a friend's party where there were 10 toddlers all over heating, running around a loft apartment and eating far too many cookies. Our little ladybug had a great time. By the time we left she was ready for some 'real' dinner followed by more trick-or-treating. And in true NY style, we came back with an apple, a bag of Chinese grape flavored gummies and an (almost) new Tickle Me Elmo. Suburbia - this is not.

Special props go out to my sister who whipped up this costume for her niece - who was very appreciative.

Clippity-Clop

Max gave Sofia this wooden puzzle. She doesn't have a clue how to work the puzzle but instead uses the pieces to 'make herself known' in the apartment. We just think she is the cutest thing doing this - maybe you will too.