February 2011 (Pre-New Baby) - First Library Book and the Winigs Come to Play

Happily this month Daddy is encouraging Sierra to drop her first nap, so that she is down to just one a day.  This means that our mornings are now free for activities outside of the house - Whoopie!!!!  We started this new pattern with a trip back to story time at the library.  Though the kids have changed a bit, Ms. Cindy is still there as fun as ever.  On this trip Daddy suggested I pick out a book to check out and take home with us.  So I did.  My first library book - it was a funny one!

Throughout the rest of the month we had visits from Grandma, Gigi/PopPop and Nanny/Bobby.  But you can tell that Momma was really slowing down as she didn't manage to take a single picture during the visits.  Do you think the new baby had something to do with that?

But just before the new baby came, Momma rallied during the Winig's visit.  Uncle Steve, Aunt Sarah, Megan and Rachel all came to play with Sierra and I.  I worked them hard - with scooter races around the house (inside and out), bed jumping and log rolling - it was a great time!  I hope they come back soon.  See below for just how much crazy 4 kids can have together!

Jan 2011 - Daddy Love, Cool Tricks, Snow Play and New Car Seats

January sure did start off with a big bang!  Celebrating Sierra's birthday was so much fun.  We managed to continue the fun right through the month.  If anyone ever wondered what Sierra and I love to play with the most - the answer is clearly - our Daddy!  He is the best jungle gym, climbing center and snuggle spot that was ever made!

With enough energy and excitement though, I can be convinced to come up with some cool ways to entertain myself.  For those of you that watch Yo Gabba Gabba, you will understand what I mean when I say I spend time developing my "Cool Tricks".  Momma thinks I have some snow boarder in me... or gymnast.  What do you think?

Inside tricks aren't the only things I have been working on.  With Daddy's coaching I have developed my snow Connors, sledding skills and snow tackling skills.  Sierra is even working on her snow walking and swing skills.  All cool tricks if you ask me!

And if all this fun in the snow wasn't enough, Momma and Daddy took us on a trip to Babies R Us to pick out Sierra's new forward facing car seat.  She has really outgrown her baby seat.  After much deliberation, and many feedback points from me... we ended up picking the seat that Sierra kept crawling into... Who said you needed to have words to be able to communicate!  So here is the little princess in her new seat!

We hope January was as much fun for you as it was for us!

Sierra - Week 53 - Happy First Birthday Part IV

After the big party at Gigi and PopPop's Sierra's actual birthday was a quiet event at home with Momma, Daddy and me.  Daddy cooked a yummy dinner for us, and then Momma brought out the presents.

We were all surprised to see that Momma had bough Sierra her first headband and bracelets.  We all have realized over the last couple of months just how much Sierra loves to accessorize her outfits - hats, scarves, sunglasses, etc.

 I of course found the brother way to wear a headband!

As for my gift - it was one of love... Happy Birthday little sis - I am so glad you are mine!

Sierra Week 52 - First Bike Rides Part III

Sierra wasn't the only making new milestones this week.  After a bit of a break in the winter weather Momma offered up a chance at a first bike ride to the park on my big kids bike.  So after getting everyone suited up we headed out!

I every rode my bike down the side of the road - as you may know they are still debating if sidewalks are a good idea or not for our neighborhood!

After much pedaling, even up the big hill I made it to my objective, the park!  Momma cheered and cheered for me.  That was a 3/10th of a mile ride and my first set of hills.  All those practice laps in the basement sure did pay off!

Momma of course had some fun grabbing pictures while we were at the park.  This one was a favorite of Sierra.

Then it was time to head home.  Momma kept pace for a while but it wasn't long before Daddy and I left her and Sierra in our dust... we Foys are FAST!

So if you are driving the roads of our neighborhood, please slow down.  You never know when this Fast Foy will be out and about!

Sierra Week 52 - Spoon Time! Part II

So if birthday party madness was not enough, Momma and Daddy finally set Sierra free with her first spoon adventure.  The objective move the apple sauce from the container into her mouth.  Take a look to see how my little sis did!

Momma said the end result was priceless...

Needless to say bath time immediately followed dinner!

Sierra Week 52 - Happy Birthday Sierra 1 Year Old Part 1

Happy Birthday to my little sister Sierra!  This week she turned 1 year old.  We had a pre-birthday celebration at Gigi and PopPop's house earlier in the week.  Since Sierra and cousin Devon's birthdays are so close together the two families decided on one big party.  A special thanks to Gigi and PopPop for hosting!

Momma, Daddy, Sierra and I made to to Gigi and PopPop's in time to help Uncle Sean, Aunt Jo and Devon to hang up all the decorations.  The balloons were a great hit!

Once the decorations were all up and the family had arrived it was time to open presents.  Leave it to Devon and Sierra to find a new and unique way to enjoy their presents - "Present Diving" anyone?

But Sierra did end up getting into the swing of things tearing open her presents.

But the real fun came with the cake!  Everyone gathered round to sing "Happy Birthday" to the birthday girls.

Then Daddy helped Sierra to blow out the candles on her cake.

With the formalities out of the way it was time to eat cake!  Sierra enjoyed every little bit she could reach - either eating, throwing or rubbing it in.  She even managed to get a piece in Great Gramma's hair!

A special thanks from Sierra to everyone who was able to make it.  It was a fun family event.  Hope to see you all next year!

Sierra Week 51 - Part V - First Snow Storm

Lucky we headed out when we did.  By the time all was said and done we had over 10 inches of snow at home.  Sierra experienced her first big storm!

She even had her first sled ride!

And for the first winter ever, I actually wanted to take a ride on the sled too!

But it was too windy and cold to stay outside for too long.  So after the kids and Momma headed back indoors Daddy took out his Christmas present from Nanny and Grampy.  We are all really thankful that we had it.  It worked great!