11.26.2007
Talking
Sometimes when I'm feeling alert (like in this photo) I like to play games with Mom and Dad. I am teaching them my language. I say words and they repeat them back. So far I'm teaching them to say "Hooo eh", "Bruuuugh" and "Oooooo". They're not very good at this game though, and keep saying things like "Ma-Ma", "Da-Da", and "Hello". I am patient with them though.
11.15.2007
I heart the movies
Yes, that's right. I have been to 2 movies this week. I really like going to the movies. The sound is loud enough to put me to sleep and it is nice and dark in the theatre. Mom took me to see American Gangster and Lions for Lambs. We saw American Gangster at the Columbia City Cinema and I was the only baby there. I think mom was a bit nervous about whether or not I would cry because she told the other people in the theatre that Tuesdays matinee showing was the parent/baby showing. Luckily I played it cool. I did get hungry, but she just popped me on the boob and I went back into my stupor.
Today we went to Lincoln Square to see Lions for Lambs with mom's friend Bree and my friend Metzly. We even carpooled together which was fun. Once we got to the movies though, the elevator was broken. So, mom and Bree had to maneuver up and down an escalator with the car seat and stroller. I actually thought Mom might drop me since she doesn't like escalators. Once we got to the theatre, Metzly and I slept entire time! I could tell Bree and Mom were proud because they wouldn't stop talking about how good we were.
[enter mom] going to movies rocks! seriously, it helps pass the days when it is raining or if you have already done your big walk of the day. i felt a little weird being the only mom with a baby at the columbia city cinema because the other people there would not have known that it is ok to bring a screaming baby. luckily, olivia played it cool on both trips.
riding an escalator with strollers/car seats/diaper bags is kinda dodgy, but the elevator was broken so we had no choice. i pulled the car seat off the stroller and carried the 2 items separately. note to self, don't do that again. it definitely felt unstable. that said, keeping the baby in the car seat if they are already sleeping is key when going to the movies. the babies who were pulled out and held or put in a wrap/front pack carrier all cried! sure, its nice to cuddle with the little one when watching a movie, but i would sacrifice the cuddle for some peace and quiet during the film. plus, they get a good nap in which means all the more awake time for me when we get home. awake time = smiles and giggles and singing.
and it was great to carpool. bree was able to put her car seat in my car without the base.
I will post pics of our adventure once I get them....
Today we went to Lincoln Square to see Lions for Lambs with mom's friend Bree and my friend Metzly. We even carpooled together which was fun. Once we got to the movies though, the elevator was broken. So, mom and Bree had to maneuver up and down an escalator with the car seat and stroller. I actually thought Mom might drop me since she doesn't like escalators. Once we got to the theatre, Metzly and I slept entire time! I could tell Bree and Mom were proud because they wouldn't stop talking about how good we were.
[enter mom] going to movies rocks! seriously, it helps pass the days when it is raining or if you have already done your big walk of the day. i felt a little weird being the only mom with a baby at the columbia city cinema because the other people there would not have known that it is ok to bring a screaming baby. luckily, olivia played it cool on both trips.
riding an escalator with strollers/car seats/diaper bags is kinda dodgy, but the elevator was broken so we had no choice. i pulled the car seat off the stroller and carried the 2 items separately. note to self, don't do that again. it definitely felt unstable. that said, keeping the baby in the car seat if they are already sleeping is key when going to the movies. the babies who were pulled out and held or put in a wrap/front pack carrier all cried! sure, its nice to cuddle with the little one when watching a movie, but i would sacrifice the cuddle for some peace and quiet during the film. plus, they get a good nap in which means all the more awake time for me when we get home. awake time = smiles and giggles and singing.
and it was great to carpool. bree was able to put her car seat in my car without the base.
I will post pics of our adventure once I get them....
11.13.2007
11.06.2007
Car Seat + Shopping = No good
[enter mom] I just got back from walking around Columbia City and I must say, lugging the car seat around is totally ghetto. Not only am I pulling every muscle in my upper body, I am knocking into things left, right and center. I chose *not* to wear Olivia because I wanted to go to Andaluz for a quick shop (ie try clothes on). Note to self, if you don't have the stroller ready and waiting, then don't go. My car is in the shop gettin' fixed up and Mike's car uses a car seat that does not have the stroller attachment. Oh well, lesson learned. I did get Olivia some cute stuff from Sweet Pea's second hand and had a yummy scone from the world's most overpriced bakery.
PS not sure shopping for me is such a good idea so soon after the birth. maybe i should stick to places like The Gap until i get back in shape. Breastfeeding = need a lot more space up top...Yowsers!
PS not sure shopping for me is such a good idea so soon after the birth. maybe i should stick to places like The Gap until i get back in shape. Breastfeeding = need a lot more space up top...Yowsers!
Afternoon Naps with Mom
I love napping in the afternoon with Mom. She puts me on the big bed and we both fall asleep together. Obviously she is not asleep yet since she is taking photos of me. Is it normal for people to take photos of other people sleeping? Seems kinda funny to me.
[enter mom] I have to agree with Olivia on this one...it is fabulous to fall asleep with her in the late afternoon. She has such a sweet face when she sleeps. So innocent! I like to snuggle up real close and have her breathing pattern lull me to sleep.
[enter mom] I have to agree with Olivia on this one...it is fabulous to fall asleep with her in the late afternoon. She has such a sweet face when she sleeps. So innocent! I like to snuggle up real close and have her breathing pattern lull me to sleep.
My Left Hand!
I am really starting to discover my hands. I seem to be putting them in my mouth all the time and flailing them around.
PS I love my purple kimono onesie. Aunt Kate B. gave me a blue on for the summer that I also love.
PS I love my purple kimono onesie. Aunt Kate B. gave me a blue on for the summer that I also love.
Big Time Smiles
Mom totally got up in my grill yesterday with the camera and I am a little surprised that she decided to post this one. Of all the shots, she chose the one with my double chin. I know how she is about double chins and photos which is why I am curious to know how this one made it to the website. And just so you know, I am not storing walnuts in my cheeks :) Mom is just feeding me ALL THE TIME!
That said, it was a lot of fun sitting on her knees while she made different noises to see what kind of expression I could make. Once I threw this one at her, it was all over. She even called Dad to tell him how cute I was being.
[enter mom] It's important to embrace the double chin early on, HA! Anyhoo, photoshoots with Olivia are a great way to pass the time. Seriously, I could photograph her all day. I want to start getting arty farty with it and do a set in black and white.
That said, it was a lot of fun sitting on her knees while she made different noises to see what kind of expression I could make. Once I threw this one at her, it was all over. She even called Dad to tell him how cute I was being.
[enter mom] It's important to embrace the double chin early on, HA! Anyhoo, photoshoots with Olivia are a great way to pass the time. Seriously, I could photograph her all day. I want to start getting arty farty with it and do a set in black and white.
Me and My Car Seat
Yes, that is my very own car seat. Pretty cool, huh? Mopm and Dad recently added some extra cushion and I must say, it makes all the difference in the world. The ride is so smooth and very warm. I usually become a bit of a brat when I get into the car seat, but once it is all said and done, I fall straight to sleep or I just chill out looking at all the things around me.
I really like it when Mom plays the music kinda loud. It reminds me of when I was in her belly. She tends to sing a lot too. It makes me laugh when she doesn't know the words, which is more often than not.
[enter mom] Yes, that's right. I love to sing in the car, but I never REALLY know the words. Only know some of them and then either fake it or make up my only lyrics. It's weird. I am one of those people who only listens to drums/guitar/bass/voice sounds, but never really listens to the lyrics.
I am intentionally playing Olivia a lot of music in these early days of her life. Everything from Beethoven to Philip Glass to Arvo Part to Radiohead and Thee More Shallows. I think exposure to different musical tones is important. And she responds well to music. It seems to help her calm down when she is worked up or keeps her calm when she is just staring into space (which she does a lot of now).
I really like it when Mom plays the music kinda loud. It reminds me of when I was in her belly. She tends to sing a lot too. It makes me laugh when she doesn't know the words, which is more often than not.
[enter mom] Yes, that's right. I love to sing in the car, but I never REALLY know the words. Only know some of them and then either fake it or make up my only lyrics. It's weird. I am one of those people who only listens to drums/guitar/bass/voice sounds, but never really listens to the lyrics.
I am intentionally playing Olivia a lot of music in these early days of her life. Everything from Beethoven to Philip Glass to Arvo Part to Radiohead and Thee More Shallows. I think exposure to different musical tones is important. And she responds well to music. It seems to help her calm down when she is worked up or keeps her calm when she is just staring into space (which she does a lot of now).
11.02.2007
Busy, Busy
Wow, Mom really packs our days with things to do. We've been to the u-district where we went shoe shopping and got a falafel. There were lots of people around, but I only opened my eyes for a bit to check the scene before falling back to sleep. I decided to play it cool in my stroller the whole time. We also went to Pharmica and a really bad shoe store that was WAY too warm and a woman kept gettin' up in my grill which was a little annoying.
Yesterday we went to our first mom and baby yoga class. Again, I laid low in my car seat. It was so warm in the studio, but it was a little annoying to hear the crying sounds (enter mom: i think i am projecting here). Do I sound that bad? I don't know if mom will take us back again. After class we went to Aunt Kate's house. I managed to open my eyes a bit while they were talking, but I think I was tired from not having a feed for almost 4 hours. Mom can get a little crazy sometimes.
Oh, and I went over to Roger, Gina and Lincoln's house. I had heard a lot about Lincoln from my parents but had not met him yet. He has amazing eyelashes. And I could hear my mom doing a lot of cooing and it wasn't directed at me. Oh well, can't have it all the time, I suppose.
[enter mom] I must say, I am really enjoying exploring the town with Olivia. I try and explore a different place each week. Helps me get more confidence with traveling about with her and dealing with the whole car seat/stroller transition or moving her from the car seat to a sling/moby etc...We have yet to feed outside the comfort of our home. I hope to do it soon though. I think once I break the ice, then it won't seem so daunting.
I like the concept up mom/baby yoga, but I am not sure it is for me. Yoga is my only real "me" time and to share it with other crying babies felt a bit off. I had a hard time concentrating and fully relaxing. I think I would prefer to do the mom/baby poses at home and stick to my 3 day per week practice at Samadhi. That way, I get a break from the babe and come back refreshed.
And it was fabulous to finally meet Lincoln. R+G have done a great job of making the living room feel very peaceful so the baby can sleep. It was nice to see our babies hanging out, even if they have no idea that the other exists.
Yesterday we went to our first mom and baby yoga class. Again, I laid low in my car seat. It was so warm in the studio, but it was a little annoying to hear the crying sounds (enter mom: i think i am projecting here). Do I sound that bad? I don't know if mom will take us back again. After class we went to Aunt Kate's house. I managed to open my eyes a bit while they were talking, but I think I was tired from not having a feed for almost 4 hours. Mom can get a little crazy sometimes.
Oh, and I went over to Roger, Gina and Lincoln's house. I had heard a lot about Lincoln from my parents but had not met him yet. He has amazing eyelashes. And I could hear my mom doing a lot of cooing and it wasn't directed at me. Oh well, can't have it all the time, I suppose.
[enter mom] I must say, I am really enjoying exploring the town with Olivia. I try and explore a different place each week. Helps me get more confidence with traveling about with her and dealing with the whole car seat/stroller transition or moving her from the car seat to a sling/moby etc...We have yet to feed outside the comfort of our home. I hope to do it soon though. I think once I break the ice, then it won't seem so daunting.
I like the concept up mom/baby yoga, but I am not sure it is for me. Yoga is my only real "me" time and to share it with other crying babies felt a bit off. I had a hard time concentrating and fully relaxing. I think I would prefer to do the mom/baby poses at home and stick to my 3 day per week practice at Samadhi. That way, I get a break from the babe and come back refreshed.
And it was fabulous to finally meet Lincoln. R+G have done a great job of making the living room feel very peaceful so the baby can sleep. It was nice to see our babies hanging out, even if they have no idea that the other exists.
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