Gabrielle & Matthew

Matthew - you're 7 months already and what a head of hair on you! The Doc appointment went great with you gaining almost another pound at 16 lbs and 7 oz. Not as much gained on the length side with an even 70 cms (but I question the measurement as you really wouldn't sit still long enough for Alice to get it!)There is no appointment in April, so we'll have to wait until May to find out just how much more you've grown.

You've been practicing your rolling around and boys of boys can you ever scoot in that crib of yours! You never know what you'll see when I go in to check up on you.

From the pictures, you can see the pink cheeks and that first toothie is trying to poke out. I suspect by the end of the month it will be up fully. Food wise, you've been enjoying a little bit of everything. Including the stuff your sister gives you without me seeing too! Glad she's so into sharing, but may need to keep a closer eye on you two. You've been eating food from the mesh bag (best invention ever!) and I think your favourite to date is strawberries! Thank goodness this is one of the stains that comes out relatively clean after washing.

Gabrielle has really changed her looks. There is absolutely no toddler left in her and she's all girl now. School has been going much better. The first parent teacher meeting within the Casa group told us she's become more comfortable since our return from vacation. I think it took a good 6 weeks for her to transition into the class, especially with all the older kids now sharing the space. She still has her crew with her (Owen, Noah, Sophia E,Sophia L, Billy, Evie, and Evi)Nobody tops Owen though - she'll tell you - Owen's her best friend - still thick as theives those two are!

We're having a great time and just now having to consider what to do about returning to work. Joe's not looking forward to dropping off two kiddies and I have't figured out who and how supper is going to get made! Don't laugh too hard! Our love to all - xoxox

What a wonderful holiday - if anyone is looking for an old fashion beach vacation - this was the place to be. We went to Cocoa Beach Florida and stayed at the Resort on Cocoa Beach from Feb 17 to the 24th.

-Day one we spent exploring the property, got some groceries and checked out the town. Pretty much exhausted by 6pm after having everyone up at 4 to catch a 6:30am flight You'll see some fabulous pics of us tired bunch waiting to get into our room. Spirit remained high though, G&M must have felt all the excitment, but never crashed.

-Day two we swam in the pool and enjoyed the sun - not all that warm, but the pool was heated and that's all Joey and Gabrielle needed! Check out the photos of kite flying - what a beautiful day. Next time we'll be sure to unwind the kite's tail, then we might get some more air under it!

-Day three we enjoyed the local Brevard Zoo and Gabrielle got to feed the giraffes (check out video)! Matthew mostly slept through the experience.

-Day four we spent the day at the pool and went for a drive around town. A mix of young families and retirees. Didn't come upon the happening spot, must have been due to us crashing each night at 8 pm. Had an amazing pizza for supper that night - and holy canolies they were good too!

-Day five we spent the morning at the market and walking downtown and had an afternoon at the beach. We heard the sonic boom of a rocket coming back home that evening.

-Day six we went to Kennedy Space station - what an amazing experience considering what we heard and watched on TV the night before. Joey was the little kid at this place. He walked around and shared all the stories with Gabrielle. They were really cute together. Again, Matthew mostly slept through this too - until the rocket film and that woke everyone up!

-Day seven we spent another day at the pool and Mommy and Matthew even went in this time! Gabrielle and Daddy spent the night before in the games room trying to get a teddy out of the arcade, but with no luck. Another girl came up to Gabrielle and gave the teddy to her that they tried so hard to get the night before. The other girl got it after they had left. How nice was that!

-Day eight we checked out of the hotel and spent the day at several local parks between Cocoa Beach and Orlanda International Airport. Next time would have planned an outing to make up the time versus waiting around for the flight.

Overall, had an amazing time for our first family vacation outside of Canada. Will book for 10 days next time though - right Joe? Maybe others will want to join us - all are always welcomed! Our love to everyone!