We spent a couple weeks in the DC metro area with the organization my husband works for. He had some work to do at the headquarters office and I got to hang out with our friends with kids for the first week. The second week was busy with an annual conference and staff retreat.
The weather was gorgeous! Apparently they had some of their first nice spring weather during our stay. Good timing. I love this part of the country in the spring - the blooming dogwoods and cherry blossoms are delightful!
One highlight for me and Michella was getting to go for walks to the park every day. Our friends live near a paved trail with numerous playground options within 10-30 minutes walk. We got out nearly every day. This is something I only dream of having in Cebu so we took advantage of it.
Our friends had a very new baby and graciously invited us over for a meal. I learned very quickly what happens when I hold a baby. Ella got extremely jealous! She immediately threw herself on the floor in a tizzy. Oh my, you would think the world was ending! Although I was disappointed that I didn't get to hold the newborn, I was flattered by her jealousy. After all, I am HER Mommy! The fact that she is claiming me as such is evidence of how far we've come. Each time I would encourage her, "Yes, baby I am ALL yours. Don't worry sweetie. I'm not trading you in for anyone!"
We were so amazed at how comfortable Ella was at each new place we stayed/visited. Here she is running around our friends' apartment, making herself right at home.
Daddy and Ella had some nice reading moments together. Ella's interest in books is just beginning to grow. It's so fun now that she'll actually sit still for a few minutes and look at the pictures in the book, let us read to her and talk about what she sees.
Our dear friends whose home we stayed in just had a baby. Ella got to see his mommy breastfeed him many times and soon was copying what she saw (she also started wanting me to pretend breastfeed her). Look at that excellent positioning and perfect cross-cradle hold! Here she is telling me that the baby is eating.
Getting confident, now with hand on hip. This feeding thing is easy!
Our God-daughter K got to be good buddies with Ella. She was very gracious to play with her and let her tear her room apart playing with all her toys. K's brother J was also really great with Ella. After we left it was clear that she missed them as she would talk about them often. Still does. Thank you L family for letting us take over your house! We miss you!
The weather was gorgeous! Apparently they had some of their first nice spring weather during our stay. Good timing. I love this part of the country in the spring - the blooming dogwoods and cherry blossoms are delightful!
One highlight for me and Michella was getting to go for walks to the park every day. Our friends live near a paved trail with numerous playground options within 10-30 minutes walk. We got out nearly every day. This is something I only dream of having in Cebu so we took advantage of it.
Our friends had a very new baby and graciously invited us over for a meal. I learned very quickly what happens when I hold a baby. Ella got extremely jealous! She immediately threw herself on the floor in a tizzy. Oh my, you would think the world was ending! Although I was disappointed that I didn't get to hold the newborn, I was flattered by her jealousy. After all, I am HER Mommy! The fact that she is claiming me as such is evidence of how far we've come. Each time I would encourage her, "Yes, baby I am ALL yours. Don't worry sweetie. I'm not trading you in for anyone!"
We were so amazed at how comfortable Ella was at each new place we stayed/visited. Here she is running around our friends' apartment, making herself right at home.
Daddy and Ella had some nice reading moments together. Ella's interest in books is just beginning to grow. It's so fun now that she'll actually sit still for a few minutes and look at the pictures in the book, let us read to her and talk about what she sees.
At a beautiful retreat center in Maryland
Our dear friends whose home we stayed in just had a baby. Ella got to see his mommy breastfeed him many times and soon was copying what she saw (she also started wanting me to pretend breastfeed her). Look at that excellent positioning and perfect cross-cradle hold! Here she is telling me that the baby is eating.
Getting confident, now with hand on hip. This feeding thing is easy!
Ella LOVED baby O (unless I was holding him)! There was a tinge of panic in his eyes when she got close though, sometimes a little too close. I think Ella would love to have a baby brother or sister!
Our God-daughter K got to be good buddies with Ella. She was very gracious to play with her and let her tear her room apart playing with all her toys. K's brother J was also really great with Ella. After we left it was clear that she missed them as she would talk about them often. Still does. Thank you L family for letting us take over your house! We miss you!
2 comments:
She's gorgeous and I love her breastfeeding photos:)
I love the breast feeding photos too!!! How cute! I also love the one of her cuddling with the baby and reading a book with her day. Precious!!! Rafael loves books now and it is so cute to see him trying to read them. I'm looking forward to you next recap!!
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