welcome to the year 2013

Life sure is busy with two little people running the show.  Throw in a holiday or two for good measure, tonnes of presents, decorations and a tree in my living room and you might say that it's downright hectic at times.  I've got 90% of the Christmas gear packed up and both little people are napping at the same time so here goes..... 

We had a wonderful Christmas this year.  Ruby was thrilled with the presents and the tree and the decorations.... and the books and the shows and the Frosty and the Santa and...  It was really fun watching her absorb it all.  In her words, "Christmas is ALL done until next year".  

(thank goodness.  shhh.)

Leo is fully on the move now.  He's able to push himself backwards very nicely and also goes around in circles like a pro.  I'm pretty sure he'll be crawling within a month or two.  He's eating well... baby cereal and veggies.  I've tried giving him fruit but he gags and actually vomits with every bite.  It's strange.  

Ryan and I are both making health and wellness a priority this year.  Primarily, I want to be a good example for these kids.  Second, I want to live a long and vibrant life full of adventures in the great outdoors using my two feet and a heartbeat to get me there.  I miss the wilderness so much and I can't wait for our first hiking trip as a family.  I know there'll be many car camping trips and cottage vacations before that happens.  There are several stages of 'readiness' to pass before we can venture off the beaten path.... and I'll be patient.  So, that's why we have to stay in shape!  It could be years..... (it will be years.... but maybe before the kids are ready Ryan and I can sneak off on a trip by ourselves).  There I go daydreaming again.  

So, without further adieu, here's what you're all waiting for - a few pictures from Christmas 2012.  

6 months old!

Christmas morning at home. 

Future pianist.

All smiles on New Years Day.

Before bed on Christmas Eve.

Dancing ballet - Ruby's new favourite thing to do.

My big girl... growing up!

Momma bear and the cubs.

We're in the middle of a cold snap so the adventures today will be indoors.  One monkey is already awake and the next one won't be long, I'm sure.  So... that's it!  Ciao for now.