1/26/08---Central Park

Today we spent most of the day in the city. We attended an event in Central park hosted by Zyrtec. They had a huge tent set up with a carosel inside, storytime, music, balloon artists, pet trainers, acrobats/dancers from Kenya, virtual golf, etc. and they gave out free kids books, hot chocolate, and umbrellas too! The girls didn't want to get off of the carosel. Then we played at the Billy Johnson playground on 67th Street which had a great slide. Amanda was scared at first--but then turned into a pro! I think she has a fear of heights--just like me--poor kid. She must have gone down the slide at least 25-30 times and me--prob. 18 times! Abbey loved it too!

Mike has never eaten at the Carnegie Deli--but both girls were sleeping so we got take out instead. He def. enjoyed it--the Woody Allen sandwich (we shared and have leftovers too): 1/2 corned beef and 1/2 pastrami for only $16.95!

1/22/08--Crafts and Puppet Show

Today I took the girls to the free craft time at Symposia Bookstore and then we stayed for the puppet show. I wasn't too impressed with the puppet show (considering the cost) but it did captivate the girls attention for almost 45 minutes-so I guess it was worth it.

1/21/08--Martin Luther King Day

I asked Amanda is she learned anything at school about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Her reply was yes. I asked who was he? She said, "He dreamed about something!"

After the girls visited the doctors today--we took them to Chucky Cheese as a treat. They love playing there. This photo scetch came out great!

1/18/08--Went upstate for a visit

Today I took Amanda and Abbey home to Highland for a visit. We saw Mom, Dad, Aunt Nancy, Aunt Joanne, Uncle Joe, and cousins: Alyssa, Ryan and Stephanie. Friday night there was a dance at the elementary school to raise money for the High School Cheerleaders. Joanne and I took Steph, Amanda, Abbey and Steph's friend Gianna. First thing when we got there-Amanda got a heart face painted on her cheek. Steph insisted on carrying Abbey most of the night--which did NOT please Abbey. Abbs did have fun dancing around when Steph put her down after I kept insisting! I saw a bunch of people I grew up and went to school with --pretty scary--now we all have kids! The best part of the night was the fact that Amanda wanted to sleep over at Aunt Joannes house! Abbey and I had a night to ourselves at MeMe and PopPops! Yeah. I am proud of Amanda because she hasn't wanted to do a sleepover at anyones house in awhile.

1/13/08--Learn to dance like Hannah

Today Claire and Renee came over (babysit swap) and the girls were dancing to one of Amanda's christmas presents: Hannah Montana --Learn to be a Pop Star! It has a wig, microphone, dance mat and video instruction. The girls--even Abbey--were having fun trying to keep up.

1/12/08--Mommy shower for Meg

Desiree and Elissa hosted at "Mommy Shower" for Meg Pooley. After having three girls--it is time to celebrate being a Mom rather than just for baby Helen. The Moms and the kids all had a good time. Desiree made sure everyone's Bellinis didn't run out and the food was plentiful! Great time!

1/11/08--Happy Birthday Maisie

Abbey's friend Maisie turned 1 already! Maisie is named after her Grandmother--not the cartoon character. We met some new friends at her house. It was one of Abbey's first solo playdates.

Amanda is the same age as Maisies older brother Xavier.