Sunday, December 31, 2006
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
This time last year Kasey had the same picture, but Claudia wasnt here yet. About this time last year we were going for a walk with Abby, Claudia would start arriving later that night, then stretch it out until noon the next day.
Grammy and Aunt Susannah arrive soon. Judy and Stuart are coming for dinner and then tomorrow is a small family dinner for Claudia. She has invited some wee ones over in Janaury for a Winnie-the-Pooh party.
Claudia had big fun at the Zamary's last night, but got real tired so she wasn't her normally bubbly self. She has been sleeping real good, but is completely overwhelmed. She is saying several new "words". We are pretty sure she is adding "dog" (which she says a lot at the dog park) and "Pooh" for her favorite Winnie.
She absolutely loves watching videos on the computer of her friends and relatives. So if you are a far flung correspondent we'd love you to send us a 20-30 second hello to Claudia on a CD or email. Have your face fill the screen and wave a lot and say your name a few times. We hope this helps her remember some of the people she doesnt see everyday. It seems to work.Monday, December 25, 2006
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Claudia's birthday is on Thursday and it has been interesting to look back over the year using this blog. It has worked better than we expected in keeping people informed about Claudia. Its saved a lot of time and money making pictures. And its a great scrapbook. I find in school kids will log on and slowly weave their way backwards or forwards through the year.
You can see by the map on the right that a lot of people visit Claudia here on her blog. We get about 30-40 different "regulars" visiting each week. We know this blog is read by lots of school children and teachers, former students, and friends and family. But we also have lots of "mystery readers". We can't figure out who is reading us every week in Iowa, for example.
We ask that you all send Claudia a "birthday card" by leaving a comment on this entry. Who are you, where are you from, etc...It will be fun to read them back to her each year. It will also be fun for "the community" to read.
It wont be long until she is typing these entries herself.....
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Monday, December 18, 2006
Yesterday Claudia made lots of candy with her Grandma and Kasey. She had lots of fun.
We have finished all the shopping for her birthday as well and I made her special present in the workshop. Grammy and Aunt Susannah are coming for her birthday and we hope to see lots of family and friends over the next few days.
This is one of the funniest videos yet. Claudia loves to count.
Sunday, December 17, 2006
Saturday, December 16, 2006
Claudia also helped put up her christmas tree. She had big fun with this and really enjoyed putting up the lights. We also went out for Mexican food and Claudia really enjoyed listening to the guitar players. I think we should hire them for her birthday party.
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Claudia is talking more and more. She definately says hi, bye, and baby. She also probably says whoo, ghost, daddy, and Abby. We think she is signing "more" and I think she signs a few others, but we havent figured it out yet.
She is watching Elmo on the DVD right now. Its the funniest thing she has ever seen. She is a pretty happy kid.
Saturday, December 09, 2006
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Sunday, December 03, 2006
Claudia went to get her Christmas tree today. She also called her grammy so she can practice saying hi. She had fun with that. She called and left a message with her godmothers in Boston. Claudia loves the phone. We can definately say hi and baby now. Baby applies to just about any dog or baby. (I think she might be saying baby AND Abby, but I'm not sure). We also say "ghost" and "hi daddy". Or "hidaddie".
This week her grandpa arrives for a few days from Las Vegas. Very exciting.
Claudia likes playing with her friend Winnie.
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Sunday, November 26, 2006
Claudia had a great thanksgiving seeing all her relatives. She had many fun walks and we think she is eating better after about 8-10 days of not really eating. She was very good at Thanksgiving meal and other meals and had very good manners. She also travelled very well. Of course, Abby was great as well.
Claudia made lots of progress on the steps and was starting to stand up a bit. She's getting a lot stronger.
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Claudia is enjoying her Thanksgiving here in Pennsylvania. Her Great Uncle Mark and Aunt Joan came in from Illinois to see her for the first time. Claudia had a great time dancing with Uncle Mark this morning while they watched the parade. Tonight there should be 11 people for dinner.
We arrived last night after a rather difficult and long drive. Claudia actually ate some food (she has not been eating)-- especially when Uncle Tyler helped. She seems to be slowly on the mend.
Claudia climbed stairs today! Video to follow when we get back to broadband connection at home. She is very excited.
Happy Thanksgiving to all. We have been checking the tracker on this and are amazed that this blog is viewed all over the world. If you read regularly please leave Claudia a message. She likes reading mail.
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Sunday, November 12, 2006
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Sunday, November 05, 2006
Claudia enjoyed watching her friend Mr. Jack run in the NYC marathon today (4:13: unoffical time =3:59). She followed his progress on the internet. She also enjoyed watching Lance Armstrong run an amazing 2:59.
She also had a very fun conversation with her Aunt Susannah. Claudia likes talking on the phone.
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Friday, November 03, 2006
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Saturday, October 28, 2006
Friday, October 27, 2006
Sunday, October 22, 2006
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
Sunday, October 15, 2006
Friday, October 13, 2006
Claudia is starting to stand by herself. She can't get there by herself. But she can stand for awhile and have some fun. She has had a good week which included time for her cousin Jack's birthday where Aunt Patty gave her lots of Cheerios. Claudia was amazed because they are by far her favorite food. She tried to tell everyone about it. Tomorrow we have swimming lessons and tonight we are all going out for dinner. Claudia always has good manners when we go out. She likes to sit and look at everyone.
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Monday, October 09, 2006
Sunday, October 08, 2006
She also had this to say to Melanie ---¡Gracias Melanie, el alimento y la bebida en el partido era excepcional!
Friday, October 06, 2006
Saturday, September 30, 2006
Thursday, September 28, 2006
She is a real good girl.
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Monday, September 25, 2006
Sunday, September 17, 2006
We think she is starting to talk a bit. But we aren't really sure. She is definately hearing her name, and "responding". She is also doing a bit of "singing" when the opera channel is on. We are going to hook up my keyboard on the floor so she can use it easier.
Her swimming lessons have been going well, but she hasnt really enjoyed them too much the last few weeks. I think she gets a little cold. She likes them best when we have our rubber ducky. She is starting to kick a bit (frog kicks).