Wagons, Bikes and Cozy Coupes

Our backyard is an obstacle course on any given day of the week. Aside from Mike's multiple tools, we have bikes, a wagon, a cozy coupe, playhouse, easel, chalk, push toys, pull toys, little people, plenty of bouncy toys oh, and a dog. The entertainment is endless. Lindsay recently scored a hand-me-down two wheel bike with training wheels that she learned how to maneuver on this particular day. Kendal likes her cozy coupe but prefers looking at the dirt on the bottom of her shoes (see below). Of course when Mike decides to do something under the house curiosity brings the entire family to the small crawl space door for a peek. Only pictures missing here are the ones of the dog pulling the girls in the wagon...so if you are out and about stop by the Syver play yard anytime!

Growing Up - Twenty Two Months

Our girl is getting so big. Kendal now goes to pre-school and loves it. By day two she didn't even cry when I left her...Lindsay on the other hand still cries...why is that? She loves school and her new friends. Kendal is beginning to use the potty (or at least trying to), talks up a storm, does not have a pacifier anymore (YES!) and has a clear understanding of what she likes and does not like...and lets us know. She enjoys playing for hours with her big sister. They get along a fair amount of the time. She plays dress-up, little people, princesses, babies...and many other things I cannot think of this early in the morning. Kendal is a great eater and will eat almost anything you put in front of her, surprisingly she eats beans, lentils, blueberries and any vegetable. She continues to be very determined (stubborn) and speaks her mind very clearly. We enjoy seeing her emerging personality. She's going to be two before we know it!

The White Coat

Aunt Nancy is taking Lindsay to Disney on Ice today. She bought her this special white coat with matching hat for the occasion. Since we have unwrapped the white coat it has been the main attraction in Lindsay's world. She would wear it to bed if we let her. She does wear it first thing in the morning and over her pj's after her bath at night. Though it is going to be 74 degrees today the coat will be worn no matter what. Lindsay's looking forward to her special day.

Babies Playin Babies

Playing babies when I was growing up was something my friends and I spent hours doing. Lindsay and Kendal are enjoying babies these days, especially Kendal. It makes me smile to see my babies carrying babies around the house all wrapped in blankets.

Holiday Photo Shoot

This year's photo shoot was much easier than last year's...hoping it just keeps getting easier from here on out...these are just a few photos from the occasion.

Christmas Day

The magic of Christmas was definitely felt in our house. Both girls were so excited about Santa's visit. Santa's elves were up very late assembling the gifts for Lindsay and Kendal. They wanted to make sure everything was just perfect before going to bed. There were squeals of delight early the next morning! Lindsay was in love with her Princess Vanity and Kendal enthralled with her new kitchen. There were so many other wonderful gifts...and they just seemed to keep coming. Auntie Alina and Uncle Rick outdid themselves with the Princess Tent for the girls...it has already withstood multiple hours of use...thanks to everyone for the incredible, thoughtful gifts!!

All Dressed Up For Christmas Eve

We spent Christmas Eve at my dad's house. The girls were so excited to wear their fancy dresses and shoes. Kendal is following in her sister's footsteps by twirling around as soon as the dress is on, to watch it poof out. Kendal kept looking down saying "pretty dress, pretty dress". Lindsay was thrilled with her shiny shoes and tights...oh the little things in life. We enjoyed good company, a wonderful traditional fish dinner and many many presents.

Christmas Cookies for Santa

The girls enjoyed decorating cookies for Santa and themselves of course. There was frosting and sprinkles all over the kitchen for days after...but they were thrilled to frost and sprinkle away.

This is the darling plate I ordered for last year and it did not arrive on time for Christmas...so I had to wait an entire year to put it out...and was so proud of how cute it was. I did forget to capture it with cookies...but there's always next year!

Kendal 20 1/2 months

If I were more on the ball lately of course I would have posted this at the 20 month mark but...20 1/2 months will have to do. Yes, our Kendal (aka Moose, Mooseroni and Moosey Goosey) is well on her way to being a 2 year old. She has quite a stubborn streak but can still be the biggest snuggler around. Kendal will start pre-school this January and will attend 2 days a week with her big sister. She has already had a couple trial runs and seems to be quite ready. Our Mooseroni is very attached to our nanny Estela and promptly throws a fit each day when Estela leaves. She has an incredible vocabulary and pals around with Lindsay each day...playing all sorts of games and creating new adventures. It is heart warming to see the two of them together when they're getting along and snuggling on the couch watching a movie...their current favorite is Nemo. Kendal enjoys many different types of food...especially beans and lentil soup...we love that she ventures out and not only tries different things but likes them. We sure are fond of the littlest Syver girl and can only dream of what the world has in store for her.


Snuggling with sissy watching a movie.

Hunting for spiders.

Oh...and the pacifier's days are numbered...believe me!

Disneyland 2009

We spent the day at Disneyland on Tuesday. Despite the frigid temperature...we had a wonderful time. Highlights: Lindsay braving the Pirates of the Caribbean ride with her daddy, Kendal's elation that the horses on the carousel move, both girls faces during the entertainment in the Tikki Room and the awe both girls were overcome with during the holiday parade. Everyday should be a Disneyland Day!!