Unusually warm weather in late March and early April brought about new activities for the boys, including Graeme's first time in the swing (and Deavan asking to go higher!).
Pictures here include trips with friends and family to the Agricultural Museum (Experimental Farm) around Easter time; the museum of Science and Technology; and general playing and goofing around the house.
Once again, we did our annual pilgrimage to Wheelers (http://www.wheelersmaple.com/) for everything maple! We got to load up on tons of pure sugar: maple syrup, maple sausages and maple on a stick. We also saw all the animals and even went on a horse-drawn wagon ride. Deavan even gave us the 'back off and get your own maple stick' look… (see below)
As for milestones, Graeme's got two bottom teeth (slowly…) poking their way out and causing some grief. He can sit propped up, at least for a short while, and gets around just fine by rolling or going backwards. And if we hadn't mentioned, Deavan hasn't had diapers since Boxing Day – fully potty trained, YAY!
Graeme, our little Mexican jumping bean, has mastered the art of rolling on to his stomach and flips onto his belly any chance he gets! Won't be long now…
Activities continue with an enjoyable visit from Judy; Deavan's first time on bob-skates on FitzGerald Pond as well as making a mess with the bull rushes; and the brothers playing together around the house.
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At just over 4.5 months, it was time to start Master Graeme on solids! Not following the typical cereal route, we started him on some home grown carrots from the garden – yum!
Other photos: visits from friends Bruna and Leo; chariot ski rides out back; a trip to the hospital for Graeme's dimple (he's just fine, thx!); and other playing around.
Our days with Deavan have increased since January, as he only goes to daycare twice a week now. It's been a challenge, but lots of fun too! He's got a great vocabulary with both French and English words; and he loves to do anything, once you convince him that there's life beyond YouTube…
He loves to interact and be the focus of attention. Here he is playing piano with Kate and completing a puzzle with Nicholas. We also built a snowman outside (as he really likes Frosty). Once our snowman was done and his hat placed on his head, Deavan was disappointed that he didn't play music like a magical one.
Ruby and Deavan are becoming fast friends and although she doesn't always (never) listens to him, he yells out the commands like a pro: "Ruby COME!"
Graeme's already 4 months old and weighing in at 16+ lbs. He's wearing hand-me-downs we used when Deavan was walking! He's a happy and easy going kid – although a regular schedule and some consistent nights of sleep would be appreciated.
Here are a few of the latest, including a visit from the Trimbles and Scott & Jenn (who is due in July!)
