Preschool and Donuts

Today we went to visit a preschool called Wooden Shoe in Westminster. It was quite nice and friendly and Saya had a blast playing. By far they have great programs but I wasn't too keen about the strong scents from the kitchen and other places too. We visited the classrooms and Saya even got to do some art. We visited the pool and gym and LOVED it and didn't want to leave. We got some information and will make a final decision later.

Saya got in the car around 11am and immediately started to fall asleep so we stopped at LaMar's donuts to get a tasty treat. She was so happy and the lady behind the counter happened to be the super sample giver outer so she plopped 3 donut holes in front of Saya. We had to put 2 in a bag to take home since Saya didn't eat her lunch yet. She choose a sprinkle donut with M&M candies on it. Who can blame her.

We got home and Saya was dead asleep in the car but mean mommy woke her up and washed her hands. She was so upset with mommy. Mommy made lunch and 30 minutes later Saya was calm enough to come and eat her lunch. For dessert she got a 1/10 of her donut and she was super happy. She even let mommy brush her teeth before naptime.

We also played with pom poms in funnels and muffin tins and then with bean and cups. Super fun until tired little one wanted to spread them around the room like wildfire. After picking them all up, mainly mommy, it was definitely time for a long long nap.

Babysitter should be coming by again tonight to help out. Now what to make for dinner.

Butterfly Pavilion and Babysitter

On Thursday we had a rough morning so we weren't really going to do much but then decided to head to the Butterfly Pavilion and meet our friends. We got there and our little one was super happy and excited and held Rosie and touched all the cockroaches. She was thrilled. She even touched all the sea creatures 10 thousand times but then when we got into the butterfly room Saya ran and ran and couldn't stay in one place. Why? Saya starts to wonder and run and can't stay in one place when exhausted so mommy though we should go home but she still wanted to play. So we headed into the play room but she stood up on the slide and kids were going in opposite directions and sure enough, Saya fell. That was the last straw we washed hands and headed out the door. Saya was so tired that when we got home she was not in the mood to help make grill cheese. We ate quickly and got ready for a nap. She fell asleep at 1pm and got up at 2 thirty. We played and hung out until our babysitter came to watch Saya for an hour while mommy frantically cooked and cleaned. Perfect timing and when dinner was on the table an hour had passed and the babysitter went home.

We played and hung out for a bit but Saya was super tired and it was a rough time brushing teeth and getting to bed.

Heavy Winds, Preschool and Library

Today we started our morning a bit more relaxed and had time for a nice breakfast of cereal and milk (can you tell I got a bit lazy) and then attempted to do more laundry and pick up things here and  there. We got dressed and ready to head out to the preschool tour. We checked out Gateway Academy on 1st street. It was okay but not super duper impressed. Still our (should I say my) preference is Bal Swan. Saya had no problem playing with all the toys and joining in the kids during circle time. She even gave the teacher a hug before leaving the classroom.
We then headed to the library to return our 40 million books and then check out more. Today Saya was not all into the computers, well not as much as normal, and so we looked around for books together. We ended up getting 30 books which mom carried to the car. There were gusty winds today so we had to make sure that Saya didn't fly away. I know it's supposed to be a super warm day but the winds are just no very fun.

Kiddo decided to take a nap on the way home from the library so we probably won't be getting a nap this afternoon. Any ideas to keep kiddo busy?

Grandma Flew and Avocado Tree

Today we got up as usual after Saya woke us all up. We all got downstairs and made some coffee and breakfast and then waited and played till it was time to leave for the airport. Saya read books and played simon says with mommy and hung out for awhile. We got grandma all packed up and headed to the airport. We took the local roads instead of the tollway so it took a while and surely Saya fell asleep. Once we got to the airport and unloaded grandma Saya woke up as we were driving away. We got home just in time for lunch but with all the snacks in the car it was good to get outside and play for awhile. Saya threw the ball for the kiddos and mommy picked up doggie poop. We headed inside for a light lunch and then did some water coloring. After water coloring we read a bunch of books and it was off to nap but that didn't seem to happen till 3pm. Mommy cooked dinner then and it was ready by the time Saya woke up. When Saya woke up the UPS man came to our door so we were able to return our wrong order and received mommy's clogs and a toddler clock for Saya. Still figuring out the clock. More on that tomorrow.
We also made a avocado tree, well just the pit, and Saya was super excited. So excited she goes over to it and has to splash the water every time. We named her Avo.
After dinner we HAD to have an ice cream cone and then we played and played till Saya was too tired and laid down on the floor. We headed upstairs after playing Charlie and Lola and read lots of books before bed.

Now onto cleaning the house-

SMF and Snow

Yup again when mommy has to head to the airport it snows. The roads were clear though and we didn't have too many worries. In the morning Saya woke us all up and mommy and daddy headed to the airport while grandma watched Saya. Not sure what went on all day while mommy was gone but it looks like some baba ganoush was made and some outdoor play in the snow. By the time mommy got home from the airport it was time for daddy to get ready to leave for his 6am flight the following morning. Long day and we all went to bed early.