Buddies

Here is Savannah and her neighborhood buddy, Olivia. Man are they cute together. They LOVE being together, I think mostly due to the fact that they are very similar girls. Savannah is always asking what Olivia is doing and when she can see her again. It's nice that she's only 5 doors down.

Awww...Savannah's making friends!

All Classical Music Has Been Ruined

You have heard me mention the Little Einsteins. What you may or may not know is that Little Einsteins always has classical music in it. Generally, Annie (Savannah's favorite) will make up a little song that relates back to the plot for the day.

I was shooting a beautiful wedding at The Four Seasons yesterday (see the work blog in a few days for pics) and they had this incredible string quartet that was playing, among other things, Rondo, by Bach. I found myself humming along and singing the words "You can do it, Carmine, you can win the race, because you are an amazing music car!"

Thanks Einsteins.

POTD: March 25, 2008

POTD: Rocket Pillow

Conor and Savannah's newest pre-bathtime game. 'Rocket Pillow'

POTD: My little lady

We had a big week here at Casa Cunningham. Both sets of Gaga's were here at various points, plus we had Easter, egg hunts, birthday parties, etc to go to. Savannah had a wonderful time, but cried everytime a Gaga left. It was very sad. But certainly not as sad as when we lived in Seattle and our family left.

I've been thinking lately how satisfying it is that we live here and will live here for the forseeable future. When we were in Seattle, we always knew we'd come back to Texas, so it was always difficult to plan far into the future. Now we can make long term plans, which is wonderful and refreshing. Roots are good. Austin is good.

Happy Easter!

Hope you're having a great day!

POTD: Children's Museum

Whee!


Yea Children's Museum! It's one of our favorite places and since we had a Gaga with us, I was able to take some pictures too.

Monthly Update: 27 Months

I forgot to write things down this month, which is why this post will be mostly "Yep, still acting like a two year old".

There are a few things that stand out this month though. The first is your big assertion of independance. I have heard "Savannah do it all by herself" a LOT this month. You are also trying to be the boss of your dad and I. I am constantly hearing what is and is not good behavior according to Savannah. Apparantly, good and bad girls get treats in your world. It's OK to throw food too. Well, not in my world.

You are also stepping like mad! I know this seems so insignificant and silly, but when you have a child that has hip problems and then is behind at every gross motor skill milestone, this is a BIG deal. You can climb up and down the stairs only holding on to the railing. It's amazing and we are so happy for you.

You are fascinated with the question "What is in Mama/Daddy/Savannah's belly?" We have to go over what I/Daddy/you ate during the day. I think random people keep thinking I'm pregnant (I'm not), because you ask this question very randomly in public.

The other biggie happened on your 27 month birthday. We were having a discussion about what shirt you wanted to wear (The Einsteins T-Shirt). It was dirty as you and Daddy had planted flowers in it the day before. We kept telling you it was dirty and you had to wear something else. You looked at us and said "Why?" Ooooooh boy. I'm already exhausted by "What's he/she/it doing?" Why is going to really push me over the edge.

BUT, you also will come up to me out of the blue and ask "Give Mama a kiss?" or you will request a family hug (all three of us) or you will tell me you love me "THIIIIIIS much!" You also know that I am a sucker for "Savannah want to cuddle with Mama"

Oh kid, you're the coolest.

POTD: March 4, 2008

POTD: Vintage Camera