Archive for the ‘Ava’ Category
8 Apr
Keeping preschoolers busy
I recently mentioned to Ava that Dagny was almost nine years old. Ava asked her birth date (April 1), then immediately suggested we throw her a birthday party. She remembered the Hello Kitty party hats from her third birthday (which, fortunately, were still stashed in the basement), and she suggested making a cake. We settled for cat food instead, but with a candle at Ava’s request.
Ava kicked off the festivities by wrapping a few presents she picked out for Dagny.
After signing Happy Birthday, she presented Dagny with her flaming dish. Dagny, having had her whiskers singed once before by a burning candle, kept her distance while Ava blew out the candle and opened the presents herself.
Dagny seemed slightly less aloof than usual, so I think that means she appreciated the effort. Perhaps it was just the treats, though.
Ava took this party very seriously. She did a great job–in fact, I think I’ll let her plan Liv’s second birthday this fall!
7 Apr
Overheard
Ava, upon the start of a lecture about honesty: “I really hope this is a short talk.”
4 Apr
Rock Chalk
We took the girls to the WNIT championship game today to cheer on the Jayhawk women. Allen Fieldhouse at KU is an incredible place–small by some comparisons, but steeped in so much tradition that it’s palpable the moment you walk into the arena.
Olivia had a great time clapping along with the crowd.
Ava had a great time, too–she gave Baby Jay a high five and saw the govenor (she later told our friend Tom that Governor Sebelius is going to Washington to work with President Obama). She did find it to be a bit loud, though…
In all fairness, this is a decible rating you can see on the scoreboard here, so I see her point.
To make up for it, we took a trek down to the court to meet up with a special friend.
The Jayhawks didn’t win, but we had a great time nonetheless!
3 Apr
Overheard: Easter edition
Ava: Mom, what’s the Easter Bunny’s phone number?
Bec: I don’t know, why?
Ava: Because I need to call him and tell him we have lots of places to hide eggs.
3 Apr
Smith’s Mother
I was fortunate to be the subject of Ava’s art work this week. Now, if only I were lucky enough to have eyelashes like my sketchy counterpart…
By the way, that’s a dinosaur on my left there. Must be friendly, as I’m still smiling.
29 Mar
Homework help
Ava has to round up a number of things that start with the letter “Y” for homework this week. We have yarn, but that’s it. Any ideas? (Bryan’s yo-yo is at work…)
Oh! Yeast. That will work.
What else?
28 Mar
Ava Fix
We’ve been promising Ava snow all week. She was not quite as pleased with the sheet of ice, but it was still a good excuse to play outside. And, there’s still a few inches of snow forecast for this morning. She’s not out of luck yet!
25 Mar
Ava’s Fourth
Doug posted his shots of Ava’s fourth birthday party. There are more than a 100 fabulous images, including this one, for which Laura deserves credit. The rest, though…all Doug. Thanks very much!
24 Mar
Happy birthday, Ava!
Dear Ava,
I can’t believe it’s been four years already! Thanks for making them the most challenging, educational and enjoyable years of my life. I am so fortunate to have such a sweet, smart and funny daughter, and I can’t wait to see what you do next.
Love,
Mom
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