An exciting weekend

We had a really wonderful weekend with friends, fun and festivals.  On Saturday we were so excited to take our great friends Chan Chan, Kendy and Jeremy for a spin out on the boat.  We all had a really nice time together and daddy even let Chan Chan drive the boat.  Here I am helping with the boat clean up!

My daddy - the Happy Captain!  Daddy has been so excited to have his new boat and enjoys taking out his family and guests.  Today we spent a few hours on the boat with Josh, daddy's coworker, Natalia, Nolan and Lucy...the sun was shining, the water was calm and everyone enjoyed themselves.  

After we finished up at the boat, we headed to the Greek Festival in Bridgeport.  I think we really went for the food, though there was an added bonus of a few carnival rides.  Here I am in a vintage car.  I say "vintage" because the ride had to have been around for at least 30 years. Maybe that's why my expression is so tentative...

OK - here's a smile for daddy!  I really did enjoy the carnival rides - AND the chicken souvlaki.

Thanks to mommy, daddy and our friends for such a great weekend.  Mom mentioned that there were still many summer weekends to come...I can only imagine the fun that is in store. Love, Charlotte

"Swimming" in the tub...

Lately I have been practicing my swimming skills in the bathtub.  I really enjoy floating and was in particularly good spirits on a recent evening.  Enjoy!  xoxo, C

Memorial Day Weekend, Part II

As I'm sure readers are aware, the Seymour Family has recently acquired a new boat...wa-hoo!  This weekend was our first official weekend having our boat out on the water.  We had such a great time!  On Saturday night, Mom, Dad and I spent the night on the boat at the Marina. I got to sleep in my very own bed with Elmo, Abby Cadabby and Monkey Moo...it was like a boat sleepover.  On Sunday we took our first cruise out into the Long Island Sound, and then yesterday we spent the entire day out on the water.  We had lunch, took naps (well, I did at least!) and enjoyed the sun and fresh air.  We can't wait to get back out on it again next weekend!  Love, Charlotte

Memorial Day Weekend, Part I

Dare I say it? "Summer is finally here!"  I kicked off this glorious weekend with lunch at the beach with my friends: we headed to the beach after music class for sandwiches and playtime with the gang.  Here is Aidan and his mom...Aidan looks anxious to get down and get back to the business at hand (that would be playing in the sand and running on the beach!).

Ella is sitting quietly under the umbrella with a few sand toys observing the mayhem around her.  Her mom was the only one who was able to sit peacefully for a moment or two and enjoy her lunch!

Mia is pretending not to pay attention as her mom tries to convince her to eat something (anything!!!).  Her sights were set on the sand, water and nonstop action around her.  I think she managed to consume a potato chip or two, though...

Somehow I have made it all the way to the water's edge, my favorite spot at the beach these days.  Mom tries to do everything in her power to keep my distracted but I always seem to find my way back here.  Even though the water is chilly this time of year, I really don't mind.  And as soon as it is warm enough to have my swimsuit on, there will be no stopping me.  Poor mom...

Mia's enjoying this hug...really!!!  I am very aware of my friends these days and do not hesitate to show my affection.  As Mia is one of my BFF's, she is often the target of my hugs and kisses.  We had such a nice time at the beach and are so excited for more sand-and-water outings throughout the summer.  Love, Charlotte PS - Check back soon for more photos and info on our Memorial Day weekend festivities.

Summer...right around the corner?

Daddy is throwing me up in the air because we are really excited: we just got a brand new boat!  Mommy, Daddy and I have been boat shopping for awhile and finally decided on this beautiful Chaparral.  We are hoping to have the opportunity to cruise around this weekend. But first, let me show you around...

Here is a photo of my bed...it is just the coolest!  It has its own curtain, two small lamps and little porthole, which mom explained is really just a window on a boat.  I can stand up in my bed and am so excited for my first sleepover on the boat.  I won't forget to bring my blanket and pillow...

Here is a shot of daddy sitting with me in the dinette.  This is where we'll have our meals when we don't eat outside.  I'm looking out the window searching for "fishies" - mommy thinks I will have a better shot of spotting one once the boat actually goes in the water.

Here is another shot of the dinette, taken from my mom and dad's bed.  We are lucky to have a TV, DVD player and stereo system on the boat...so I'll still be able to watch Elmo when I need a little bit of down time.

Daddy and I are posing with the new boat!  Just a few more days and the boat will go into the water...we're hoping to enjoy our first days of family cruising over Memorial Day Weekend.  We haven't had much of a spring here in Connecticut but are hopeful that summer is right around the corner.  Check back soon for more photos of the Seymour family out on the boat.

Love, Charlotte

Carnival Rides

Today Mommy and I went to the carnival at Jennings Beach in Fairfield.  This is only my second time at a carnival...but it was the first time for me to ride on the rides all by myself.  Needless to say, the moment was bittersweet for mommy.  Here I am on the pony cart...giddyup!

Check out my very own fire truck, circa 1900...well, maybe not that old but these were certainly VERY old rides.  With carnies to match...

I was adamant that I wanted to ride in the Jeep, which will likely be a relic by the time I am old enough to drive (Chrysler?....what's that?)...

Taking off!  I was very, very excited to be in the airplane and became quite adept at flying around and around in circles.  I think this may have been my very favorite ride.

Chugga, chugga, chugga....choo-choo.  The man operating this ride was really, really nice: he let me have a second ride all by myself, which was my first solo ride of the day (first time I went on with mommy).  I was very reluctant at first but mommy convinced me that everything would be OK...so I was a big girl and went on all by myself.  Mommy and I had a great time at the carnival today and we can't wait to go to more fun festivals this summer.  Love, Charlotte

Springtime fun with friends

What a beautiful week it has been so far!  The weather has been just perfect here in our neck of the woods: sunny, mild and only a hint of breeze.  On Monday, mommy and I met up with Mia and her mommy at the playground at Compo Beach.  Mia and I played on the swings, went down the slide, ran around and enjoyed a snack.  Here is Mia enjoying her pea crisp.

Fast-forward to Tuesday...we ended up having a great party over here with lots of friends.  Chan Chan, Alexandra, JT and their mommies all came over to my house to enjoy our outdoor playground out on the deck.  We have a new slide, a sand and water table and mommy brought many of my toys outside.  All the kids enjoyed playtime, ran around and even had some snacks.  Here is Alexandra deciding what activity to do next...

JT is stopping just long enough to let my mommy take a photo of him...he was definitely a man on the go!  JT is going to welcome his new baby brother next week, too.  Everyone is very excited, especially JT's mommy.  :o)

Chandler and I are "negotiating" over who gets to sit in my car.  The car is definitely our favorite so it was challenging for us to share and take turns. 

A man and his muffin!  Chandler didn't sit down to eat but we think he may have had a bite here and there.  It was so nice that everyone could come over to play on such a gorgeous day.  I can't wait to have my friends over again very soon.  Love, Charlotte

Pup Tent

Giving a whole new meaning to the term...and Charlotte loved it.

Healthy, happy and doing just GREAT

I had my latest visit to the pediatrician today, the last one before I turn 2...and mom and I wanted to let everyone know that I am doing just great.  Dr. Marks was very impressed with my vocabulary and wasn't at all concerned with the fact that I am waking up at 5AM of late (even though Mommy and Daddy have a different view on this subject).  I have really been growing since my last visit, now measuring a full 3 feet (or 36 inches, as they say at the Doctor's office).  As you might imagine, my height continue to be off the girls' chart...Dr. Marks was very excited!  I weighed in at 28 pounds, 12 ounces, which is 90th percentile for my weight, though Dr. Marks remarked that I am quite thin for my height.  Mom was impressed with how well-behaved I was today: I didn't cry with Dr. Marks at all, allowing her to look in my mouth and ears, test my reflexes, listen to my heart and inspect my toes.  I did cry when Miss Carol, the nurse, came in with the shots...but they were over quickly and I was given an Elmo sticker on the way out since I was such a good girl.  So that's the update at almost 21 months.  Love, Charlotte

NYC Adventure

Today, Mommy, Daddy and I made an impromptu trip into NYC for brunch and adventures.  We didn't really plan too much in advance and just hopped in the car and were on our way!  First stop: Schiller's Liquor Bar for brunch.  Here I am enjoying a glass of fresh-squeezed OJ, along with a Hazelnut-Sour Cream waffle with fresh fruit...yummy.  Mom and Dad really enjoyed it, too...Schiller's is one of daddy's favorite restaurants.

After brunch we headed to the Upper West Side and a trip to the Children's Museum of Manhattan.  The rainy day meant a very crowded afternoon...and we had soooooo much fun!  Here I am driving the bus.

We toured the entire museum, exploring the Little West Side, the Adventures of Dora and Diego and Playworks, where I am pictured above crawling on the baby dragon.

Mommy and I are taking a break to do a little coloring in the Arts & Crafts area.  I also spent some time at the sand table...I love these 'hands on' activities!

On our way home... well, I really tried to stay awake but finally gave in and slept a little.  We had such a great day in the city and I can't wait for another Big City adventure. Love, Charlotte