Toddler Room - Here I Come!

Maya had her first official day in the toddler room at daycare yesterday. It is official, we now have a toddler in the house versus a baby girl. Where did the time go? As a mom, I was nervous about the transition and was concerned that Maya would be a little sad or nervous. Instead Maya took off and started playing with a friend. She turned to me and said "bye mommy". That was my cue to head out and drive to work. Of course we took a few pictures before heading to daycare.

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Mommy and Maya time

Lately it seems that all the pictures are either just Maya or Daddy and Maya.  Well what about mommy?  Maya and I have had our special moments too.  Today we had our 3rd gymnastics parent-tot class.  Maya is just loving it.  She loves to tumble, loves to jump, and loves to see her friend Abygail.  I actually love it too as it gives us a chance to spend time together.  Dave came with us today so we were able to take some pictures. 

Maya and Abygail                              Jumping...
 
Hanging in a giant pool of foam     Practicing her hand stand

Learning to tumble                                                And...TA DA! 

Update on Kolfe Sponsorship

Last week I posted about the Kolfe orphanage in Ethiopia and our church sponsoring the boys their through a relationship with Children’s HopeChest. David posted an update earlier this week after we successfully launched the sponsorship, including a new video showcasing these amazing boys.

We feel so blessed to be able to build this relationship with these boys, to connect them with a family they do not yet know to help them attain the potential that they dream about. They truly only are limited by their opportunities, so let’s provide them those opportunities!

If you have a personal connection to Kolfe, or know someone who did we want to hear them. Share them in comments so that others can be touched by these amazing young men.

Today

What a day.  Today is history and today is the day that future generations will learn about in history class.  Today is probably one of the best days ever.   Maya will grow up with an African American as President and potentially for 8 years.  Isn't that amazing? 

 

First time on skates

Maya experienced ice skating for the first time this afternoon.  She maybe lasted 10 minutes but that's okay.  She tried and looked adorable!  We have an outdoor skating rink across the street from us so why not have some fun, right?  We bought the entire family skates this year hoping that it will be a fun activity for the whole family.  I think next year we may sign up for skating lessons.
Maya tells the dogs to be quiet before getting the rest of her skating gear on

All ready to skate!
 

Maya wasn't so sure about moving her feet on her own...
 
Maya wasn't so sure about pushing a chair around either...she really just wanted to be picked up and carried.  Again, at least she gave it a try.