Brian got me a new 35mm lens for my Nikon D40. I love it!
February 8, 2010
Oliver: 8 Months
He's such an easy laugher. If he is crying we can usually make him laugh-cry. It's pretty hilarious.
Last week he finally sprouted his first tooth and it was a doozy. Two days of 101+ fever, tears, constant mama holding, head rolling, the works. I was certain (or hoping) that such an episode would have resulted in more than just one tooth, but no such luck.
He loves:
pinching mama
an open mouth--constantly (see above)
putting everything in his mouth
pulling mama's hair
pulling Isabella's hair
laughing, laughing, laughing
peas & plums--baby food style
anything we are eating
cheerios
watching daddy dance
screaming loudly, especially during quiet church meetings
making strangers make silly faces at him
blowing raspberries
sucking on his toes
making us all completely adore him
February 3, 2010
January 30, 2010
Procrastination + Balloons
I should be putting the finishing touches on my talk for church tomorrow, but I really wanted to post these photos instead.
Brian and I are both speaking on "joy". The one thing I feel like I'm really lacking is a good personal story. I love it when others share a brief poignant story on the topic they are speaking about. I have lots of little, personal examples I plan to share, so maybe that's enough. My memory resembles mud pie lately, so if I've shared any experiences with you that might work, please remind me!
If anyone wants to come, please do! Everyone is welcome! The meeting is at 11am on Sunday. The church is on Columbus & W 65th St. Once inside the building go up to the 3rd floor.
Here are the photos...
Brian and I are both speaking on "joy". The one thing I feel like I'm really lacking is a good personal story. I love it when others share a brief poignant story on the topic they are speaking about. I have lots of little, personal examples I plan to share, so maybe that's enough. My memory resembles mud pie lately, so if I've shared any experiences with you that might work, please remind me!
If anyone wants to come, please do! Everyone is welcome! The meeting is at 11am on Sunday. The church is on Columbus & W 65th St. Once inside the building go up to the 3rd floor.
Here are the photos...
January 27, 2010
Whole Wheat GOODNESS!!!
This is THE best whole wheat bread EVER!! So soft, so moist, so delicious! I'm dead serious! If you like to make bread, make this! I don't buy bread at the store any more, just make this for our everyday use.
A friend made this bread (and some yummy lentil soup--I'll post that recipe someday) for me after I had Oliver. The recipe below has been adapted just a bit from the one she gave me.
3 cups very warm water
6 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 tablespoons yeast
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons honey
2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup gluten
Place the first set of ingredients in mixer, starting with water and 2 cups of flour and alternating with other ingredients until all 6 cups have been added. Turn the mixer on low as soon as there is enough flour in the bowl, and leave it on while adding the remaining ingredients. Add the oil and honey, stopping to scrape down the bowl as necessary, then the remaining flour and gluten. Allow the dough to mix for 10 minutes. Take it out of the mixer, and on a clean surface, divide it into 3 equal parts. Form each dough section into a loaf, pressing out air bubbles as you go. Place each loaf in a greased loaf pan and allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 90 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Take the loaves out of the pans as soon as they come out of the oven and cool on a wire cooling rack.
***Some things to keep in mind (or what I've been learning). Use filtered or bottled water. Try different brands of whole wheat flour and find what works best for you (Bob's Red Mill is my #1 and King Arthur is a close 2nd). Make sure the mixer is on the whole time you are measuring and adding ingredients. I wrap and freeze one loaf and bring it out a few days later. We eat all three loaves in about a week.
ENJOY!!!
January 25, 2010
Where to eat?!
January 22, 2010
Farewell to Slime
Science Explorers has been such a fun adventure these last three and a half years. It started as a challenge, really. Could I actually start my own small business in New York City?! Hands on science classes were hard to come by and I knew a lot of kids/parents who were interested. I did a lot of foot work while largely pregnant with Isabella, taught one class and learned a lot. By the time she was 4 months old I was teaching 7 classes a week. It required so much physical, mental and emotional stamina I burned out.
After weighing different options I reduced my work load and only offered science birthday parties. It was so much fun! And did not require constant care, like the classes did. Now with two wee ones it is time to completely dump the load, let it go and maybe look at it again later. Later, as in, when I sleep at night, as in, when I'm not completely exhausted with the energy required to adore and love my little ones. Oh, how I love them, and look forward to dedicating all my time to them.
Some fun things that came because of all this business stuff:
~Approached by Martha Stewart's people to possibly do a segment on her show.
~Approached by Scholastic to work on a hands on science book.
~Did a party for Maude Blair, DesignMom's daughter.
~Nominated for Best Party Entertainer in New York City by Parents Connect.
~Did a party for the son of Sara Ruffin Costello (formerly of Domino magazine) and Paul Costello (amazing photographer). I would love to see the photos he took of the event.
~Did a party for AlphaMom's son
~Went to many amazing apartments in the city.
~Met and worked with some wonderful people.
It's hard to say goodbye to something that has been so good to me. But I know, if the time is right, I can do it all over again...maybe even better!
January 19, 2010
Manhattan Movies
Manhattan movies have been on my mind lately. If you haven't seen any of these (and I suspect many of you have never seen Little Manhattan) I highly recommend them. Even if you don't live and love Manhattan like I do. Put them in your queue, you won't be disappointed!
Maybe I love all these flicks because they are romantic comedies that take place on the Upper West Side. A great combo!
Unique New York #3
~Unique New York~
Yesterday we found ourselves in Union Square where a new playground has recently opened.
40 degrees + a school holiday = crazy playground!
Unique New York #2
~Unique New York~
Last week my photography goal sat on the back burner while my sweet Isabella was quite sick. We didn't leave the apartment for days. Today you get the view out our window. What you don't see in this photo is the quietness...or maybe you can see that. We may live in the middle of a bustling metropolis, but you'd never guess it when you are inside our apartment. It is so quiet! That quiet solitude may change when the weather turns warm and our neighbors enjoy their patio. When that time comes, I may just reach out my window and grab a burger off their fancy grill.
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