By George, I think she's got it!

Check out our rad little biker chick! She's really got the hang of her 2-wheeler.
As my mom aptly pointed out, these are very clearly Bruins genes on display (thanks Mom!)

Do yourself a favour and turn the volume down/off before you watch. My voice gets mighty shrill. Typical.

Some well deserved relaxation. :)

Look-a-Likes

The older Annika gets, the more I think she's looking like her older sister.

Can you tell who's who?

New Bike

Look who got a new bike on the weekend! (these are the kinds of things that happen when Ayla goes along with Greg to run errands).

But actually, who needs training wheels?

The Sweetest Thing

I mean. I just. I can't even.

She's just the sweetest.

This is my life

Proud (an Ode to my Ayla)

I feel like the word "pride" has so much negative connotation. Being 'proud' kinda gets a bad rap.
But man, there's nothing like being a parent to make your pride swell.

I am so proud of my Ayla, and the little girl that she is becoming.

I'm proud of her smart mouth and her beautiful mind.
I'm proud of her sweet, thoughtful heart and kind, gentle spirit.
I'm proud of her aptitude for learning.
I'm proud of her confidence and friendliness.
I'm proud of her intuitiveness and her ability to show empathy.
I'm proud of her insatiable desire to understand the world.

I'm just so proud to call her my daughter.

Sweet Sleep

What is it about sleeping babes that is so completely irresistible?
Sweet, angelic little faces. Peaceful, still little bodies.

Clearly I can't help myself, and most of the time I just have to take a picture.