Terrific Twos

Despite the three hour power outage, we had a great time celebrating Eliot's second birthday on Saturday.  The afternoon was filled with good friends, new toys and the arrival of Eliot's first bike.  The ice cream cake even stayed frozen!  A huge thank you to everyone who made the day so memorable and especially to Grandad who rescued us with a box of Starbucks coffee!

Still to come: a birthday dinner tonight with Auntie Marna complete with leftover cake!

I can't believe that, two years ago, I paced the halls of VGH rocking my infant son in a fog of exhaustion, wonder and love.  Happy Birthday, dear Eliot; you are more amazing than you know.

Make a wish

Thomas Train

Farm Lego set

WOW Camper

Fisher Price Garage

First wheels!

Creative Juices

Evening art has become one of Eliot's favourite pre-bedtime rituals.  I guess play dough, markers and chalk all have a soothing quality!

Roll and shape and roll and shape...

Eat your heart out, Picasso!

We interrupt this art session for a quick hug.

Our Favourite Park

Eliot and I never tire of exploring Anderson Hill; we always revel in the beautiful views and countless rocks.  Mama J joined us on an extra-special Thanksgiving walk yesterday and Eliot showed off his climbing skills under more warm sunshine.

Up, up, up...

Hello, mountain goat!

Phew - made it!

Beacon Hill Marathon

Yesterday brought ideal weather for a trip to the park - sunny and 19 degrees!  John and Laurie took Eliot to Beacon Hill for the whole afternoon where they played on the playground, fed the ducks and took in the fall colours.

Summer's End

Despite the shorter, cooler days, we've managed to squeeze in as much outdoor time as possible over the past month.  Highlights include a trip to Hamsterly Beach, wheelbarrow rides with Grandpa and more fun in the sandbox!