Happy Valentine's Day

Here is Clare wishing everyone a happy Valentine's Day. Mom dressed her
before she went to work, including the sparkly flip-flops.

Ringing a Bell

So many attractions to go on and what has give Clare the most
enjoyment? The playground in Fantasy Land. Been here for 15 minutes
and she has been laughing and smiling the whole time.

Popcorn with Kalie

Here we are in Fantasy Land with Clare sharing popcorn with Kalie.

From WDW

Here is Clare on her favorite ride, "It's a Small World." More updates
soon!

Clare on her way to Philly

Going to Philadelphia this morning for Clare's first Christmas out of
Florida. Looks like a smooth flight on USAir. Nice and warm here in
Ft. Lauderdale at 75F.

Christmas Party at Amanda's Place

Tonight Clare and Kalie went to the Christmas Party at Amanda's Place. This is the class that Clare and her Mom go to every Tuesday night, very similar to a "Mommy and Me" class. Along with special treats and a book exchange tonight they played on various toys and sang a great assortment of toys. You can find out more about Amanda's Place by clicking here.

Going to Disney!

Clare and Kalie are heading to Disney tomorrow for Mickey's Merry Christmas Party. There will be posts during the day so please check back.

In the meantime here are a few newer pictures I wanted to share.

Clare at the Park

I know I have not posted much lately but with thw holidays approaching I
am going to change that. Today Karen and I are from work so we decided
to tkae Clare and Kalie to the park.

Tha weather is beautiful today, about 78F and a very nice breeze. It is
wonderful outside.

Here are a couple of pictures from the park. Clare is walking around
the play area in the first. The second picture is Clare on the swing
with Kalie pushing her.

Clare Stats

At the doctor's today. Clare is 31.5 inches and weighs 20 pounds and 9
ounces. One shot is to come :(

Four Steps

Earlier this evening Clare took her first steps, four of them! She
waited until the day after her first birthday to do this. We were
guessing that she would have taken the first step last week, but of
course she is on her own timetable.

I will get a video up as soon as she allows me to film it.

Clare's Party

Hi Everyone,

Made it up to Pennsylvania no problem yesterday, nice and easy flight.
Today we had a party for Clare with members of the family up here to
celebrate her first birthday.

Clare had a very busy day visiting with so many people and eating lots
of food. Clare loves chocolate cake as we found out with her smash
cake. Here are a couple of pictures showing her enjoyment with eat. I
was so afraid she was going to get sick but she did not.

I will post more pictures when we return home but these are from the
Sidekick just so I can share them.

Sneak Peak

Here is Clare in her Halloween costume. It is a ladybug in case you
could not figure that out.

My Drink

Here is Clare drinking Daddy's drink at the mall today in Boynton
Beach. Hope she gives it back.

Mickey Balloon

Just leaving the Magic Kingdom and what a day we had. Met with many
characters, did pretty much every ride you could with a 10 month old and
bought a balloon on the way out.

No rain and not very hot today. Also there we really no crowds to
contend with. I do not think we could have squeezed any more out of the
visit there.

Here is Clare with he Mickey balloon :)

Pirates and the Magic Kingdom

Clare is having a great time today(yes, we are too). She has done most
everything in Fantasy Land and has also been on the Haunted Mansion
which is her mom's favorite.

We also went on the recently updated Pirates of the Caribbean which
Clare was clapping her hands and "singing" along in. Here I was worried
that it would be too dark in there for her and she absolutly loved it!

The picture is Clare and her Mom in front of Pirates.

Pizza for Lunch

At Pizza Planet eating Clare's favorite food, pizza! Mmmmmm....

Clare's Favorite Attraction

Here is Clare on her favorite attraction, the Disney Bus. This is the
bus that takes you from the resort to the park. All smiles every mile.

Clare 10 Months

Yesterday Clare turned 10 months so in celebration we have taken Clare
up to Disney World. We are currently in Epcot where she has already met
with 7 characters. Pictures are on the digital camera so you will not
be able to see them yet. We will have pictures and more as today goes
on.

Currently Karen is on the new attraction Soarin'. This is our first
baby swap where Karen goes on something followed by myself when she gets
off. Clare is on my lap now just realxing and people watching.

First Kid's Meal

Tonight Clare has her first kid's meal, it was at the new Chili's in
Pompano. She had grilled cheese and mashed potatoes. She liked the
cheese and mom's artichoke dip.

Merry-Go-Round

Final ride of the day in Wildwood, NJ as the sun is going down.