Curriculum Night

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This afternoon, Janie’s school had Curriculum Night.  All the parents came by at 4:15 and joined the class for circle time.  They passed around the Talking Stick and said a little something with the group.

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The class had also prepared a Family Book from pictures that we had sent to school.  Her other teacher, Sharla, read each student’s page from the book.  I missed the beginning of Janie’s page but caught most of it on video.

https://youtu.be/-uJcHwyFvX8
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Hm…this is all pretty accurate stuff!

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Afterward, we got to explore the classroom and saw one of Janie’s paintings on the wall.  She titled it “a butterfly”.

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They are learning about bugs right now and have a big ladybug habitat in the classroom.

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Janie painted black dots on her ladybug and glued googly eyes too.

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She also had snack with her friends.  This little girl next to her is Gabby.  Mama had a conversation with her mom the other day and learned that Janie and Gabby used to go to story time at the library all the time.  Her mom recognized her when Gabby first started this preschool.  What a small world!

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For dinner, we went to Public House and it looks like Janie still likes the taste of lemons.

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She also thought it was too dark outside so she brought her dinosaur flashlight with her for the walk to and from the restaurant.

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Pick-up and the Walk Home

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This afternoon, Mama picked up Janie from school and found her at the art table with her friends Radeet and Ami. One of her favorite things to do at school is cut paper into small pieces.

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We tried to take the train home today but there was a long delay.  So, we took advantage of the nice weather and walked home along The Embarcardero.  It’s the beginning of Fleet Week here in SF so there was a big navy ship docked at Pier 32.

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We stopped at the tables near the park for a popcorn snack and milk.

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Evening Activities

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This evening, Janie set-up camp in her bed with her babies (in their beds made out of Amazon boxes).  She read stories to them while dinner was being prepared.

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During dinner, Peanut wanted some company so he sat on Dada’s lap while ate.

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After dinner, Janie chatted with Ankong and Ama over FaceTime.

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Costco

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One of Daddy’s favorite places to go on the weekend is Costco.  Peanut was just as happy to be there for some reason.  It must be all the lights and noise.

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Here he is riding in the stroller behind Dada and Janie in the shopping cart.  In just a few more months, he’ll be able to join his sister in the double kiddie seat!!

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In the meantime, Janie will enjoy her solo ride with an empty spot for her toys and/or purse (today).

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2-month check-up

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Peanut went to see the pediatrician today for his 2-month check-up, weigh-in, and vaccinations.  He did a good job staying calm while the nurse weighed and measured him today.  Good boy!!

Here are the stats:

Weight:
7/31/15: 8 lbs, 12 oz (Birth Weight), 81st percentile
8/2/15: 8 lbs, 2 oz (Discharge Weight), 43rd percentile
8/3/15: 7 lbs, 12 oz (1st Weight Check), 31st percentile
8/6/15: 8 lbs, 6 oz (2nd Weight Check), 46th percentile
8/12/15: 9 lbs, 1 oz (3rd Weight Check), 61st percentile
9/1/15: 12 lbs, 4 oz (1-month Check), 96th percentile(!!)
10/1/15: 16 lbs, 5 oz (2-month Check), 99th percentile(!!!!!)

Length:
7/31/15: 21 inches, 90th percentile
9/1/15: 22 inches, 66th percentile
10/1/15: 24 inches, 76th percentile

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I knew that he was getting heavy but WOW!!

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Mama got a high five from the doctor when she walked in and Peanut did everything he was supposed to for the doctor. It was like he knew he was supposed to show off his new skills to her.

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He smiled, made some cooing sounds, and even put his hand in his mouth.  The doctor said he looked great and was very happy with his progress thus far.

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Unfortunately, Peanut was due for a few vaccinations this visit.

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He got an oral one first and then a shot in each thigh.

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Ouch.  Poor baby.

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2 months!

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I can’t believe he’s two month old already!  This month has been all about fattening up and growing for him.  Here are some highlights:

  • He has outgrown his 3-month clothes and the 3-6 month clothes are getting stretched out to the max.  I had to buy some 6-9 month clothes the other day and there are some outfits that he outgrew before I could even try the on.
  • He’s still in Size 1 diapers at home but we put him in Size 2 when we go out.
  • He loves baths now and smiles whenever he gets his head washed.
  • Speaking of, he’s smiling now!!  It’s such a nice change from the default scowl that he typically has on his face.  Too bad I couldn’t get one on his quilt photo.
  • Peanut is also quite a talker.  He likes to coo and imitate sounds and facial expressions.  I’ve heard “hoo”, “oh”, “gah”, “goo”, and of course “MA!”
  • This month, he got to meet Ta (Mama’s dad), Uncle Johnny, Auntie Joy, and cousin Alice. We also had to say goodbye to Yai when she flew back home to Cerritos this month.
  • We took two trips to Napa this month and Peanut stayed in a hotel for the first time.
  • He celebrated both Dada and Mama’s 40th birthdays and also met some of their closest friends and their kids.
  • We also picked up his birth certificate, made a passport, and took him to the Golden Gate Bridge this month.
  • Peanut has found his hand and will put them in his mouth on his own now.
  • Tummy Time is still not his favorite but he’s getting much more tolerant of it.  When he’s propped up on a boppy pillow, he lasts longer but when he’s on a flat surface he’s still able to lift his head and turn.  This definitely helps when Mama makes him nap on his tummy during the day.
  • Car rides are also not his favorite.  If the car is moving, he’s cool but otherwise, he will complain.  He’s also much fussier during the day and prefers to be upright or held instead of on his back.  However, he’s taken a liking to the mobile above his bed and will quietly watch, kick his legs, and coo to himself for about 10 minutes.
  • We think he had a growth spurt and a cold all in the same three days.  He was definitely fussier and was inconsolable one afternoon when Yai was watching him while Mama was picking up Janie from school. We are so relieved that it only lasted those couple days.

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Mama couldn’t decide which photo was best so she posted a bunch of these 2-month pictures.

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Happy 2 Months, Peanut!!  We love you and look forward to so many more new milestones!

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Brave Girl

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Today, Janie went to see the dentist.  In the past, she has cried but today she sat on Mama’s lap and opened her mouth for the hygienist to clean her teeth!  No tears!!!

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She also opened her mouth for Uncle Randy to count and check her teeth!  We were so proud of her today.  She also went home with a new toothbrush, toothpaste, toy, and Elsa sticker.  Hooray!  What a brave girl!

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