We are hunkered down as a huge winter storm is just getting under way. We are expecting upwards of 30 centimeters of snow over the next two days, followed by bitter cold for the rest of the week. Seriously, our daytime high is forecasted to be -22C (that's below 0 for those of you who use Fahrenheit) on Thursday. Yikes that is snappin' a$$holes cold, as my mom would say.
It was a busy week, although not as productive as I had hoped it would be.
Most importantly, the wee-lings had their regular check-ups with Dr. B. Ginny is right on track where she's supposed to be. Height and weight are both well above the 60th percentile for her age. Dr. B was also very impressed with her vocabulary and how clearly she speaks. Pip is also well over the expected for height and weight for his age (somewhere around the 70th percentile... he's only three pounds lighter than Ginny). We discussed Pip's continuing battle with eczema, and then ultimately, his lack of talking. We still have no intentional words from him. He makes a lot of noises, babbling and such, but at almost 19 months with not a single word... it's time for some investigation. The first step is going to be a hearing test. The earliest we could get in is the end of January, but I did ask to be put on the cancelation list. Pip also has his vaccinations coming up, so the public health nurses will be able to provide more direction.
Lots of Christmas prep was going on, although I didn't get all the baking done that I wanted to. Hopefully I'll finish tomorrow. I did a bit of shopping this weekend. Costco needed to be done as the freezer was practically empty, but it was a nightmare. I also hit my favourite plus size store on Saturday morning, as they were having some good Black Friday sales (it's so funny that Canadian stores are taking on the whole idea of Black Friday). I needed to get something decent to wear to my Beloved's office Christmas party next weekend, as all my clothes are baggy and frumpy these days. I walked into the store in size 20 jeans, and I was able to leave with a pair of size 16 dress pants (and a beautiful sweater). I was ecstatic.
And of course, the hobbit hole is now bedecked and bedazzled with Christmas décor. We decorated Friday night after the wee-lings went to bed, so that they could wake up to the wonders of a Christmas tree and all the trimmings.
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| North Pole Breakfast |
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| Donut snowman (mini choc chips for face and buttons, fruit by the foot for the scarf) |
Since his return, Hermy has been up to some of his usual high-jinx. He built a lego fort to hide in last night, and tonight he's created an indoor snow storm for the wee-lings to enjoy.
Ok, enough. On to tonight's chit chat. Here's what I'm...
Reading - Almost done with Memoirs of a Geisha. I just love this book. Then I'll be diving back into Game of Thrones. Not sure what's up after that... any suggestions for me?
Watching - "Return To Downton Abbey" on PBS. It's a nice refresher and teaser for the new season that starts in a month. How will Mary survive without Matthew???
Listening To - My Beloved muttering as he studies for his upcoming final exam next week.
Cooking/Baking - Tonight was Lemon Herb roasted chicken, mashed taters, and mixed veg. I need to finish my Christmas baking tomorrow, so I'll be making some truffles, almond cranberry wedges, and snowdrop cookies.
Happy I Accomplished This Week - All of the above! The fact that I survived Thursday through Saturday (on only about 6 hours sleep total, while PMS-ing). I know I had my moments of bear-dom, but we made it through.
Looking Forward To Next Week - Having the girls over later in the week for wine and nibbles. My Beloved's Christmas party.
Thankful For - A cozy hobbit hole that I don't need to leave for the next few days. Yes, I get cabin fever when I don't get out, but knowing how miserable it's going to be this week, I'm happy to stay home and bake, and work on my Christmas cards.
***Bonus Question*** (no bonus question over at Carla's corner of the blogosphere yet, so I'll make up my own) What is your favourite thing to do on a snow day? Or when you are confined by bad weather of any sort? If I can, I like to just curl up and read, but lately my snow days have been busy days of work that I've been putting off. Who knows, maybe I'll tackle reorganizing the wee-lings' room this week.
We get a blast of cold this week too! I love baking and watching a chick flick on a snowy day in front of the fire.
ReplyDeleteHave you read Divergent by Veronica Roth? A co-worker told me about it-she LOVED it- and I saw the movie preview the other night. I'd like to read the book first but I think the plot sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteHave you read "Year of Wonders"? It's one of my all-time favs!! The Divergent series is also good, but very addicting!
ReplyDeleteIf I may, start video recording some of Pip's babblings. If (heaven-forbid) he someday needs to see a speech therapist, they can learn a lot from those recordings!
Send some cold weather our way....
Boo to the cold
ReplyDeleteWeather. :( sigh. Supervision at recess today was freezing! Brrrrrrr. Love all your decorations and the North Pole! :) I think the kids will love Hermy and his antics. Can't wait to see what he gets up to! :p
Amazing job on the six 16 pants!!!' That's so awesome. I'm proud of you! I know it'll be harder over the holiday season, but keep at it!
Hmmmmm as for reading, how about The Fault in our Stars? Amazing! That was my latest read because all my kids were reading it. Will def read more John green. Love his style.
Do read the entire Song of Ice and Fire. I understand that you only have the first book, a Game of Thrones, since you ask for recommendations, but there are thousands and thousands of pages to be read. Four more books, all pretty hefty. I don't know if you have read. Outlander, if you did not, try it, I am pretty sure you will get hooked. And start speaking Scotch with yer bairns. :-)
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