Cavity-Free

Troy made the community newsletter!  He was this month's "cavity-free" winner at our dentist's office.  He was thrilled (more than he looks in the photo) to receive an awesome airplane toy as well :)  Hopefully it will keep him brushing!

I Lava You

Last week when Auntie Carolyn was visiting...she showed Troy one of her favorite animated short films about a volcano.  Now, Troy doesn't stop asking for it!!  He loves to sing along...and he knows quite a few of the words already (the rest he just "improvises" on).  Here is the link to the video clip.  Then, watch Troy's version :)

Monkey Business

Thank you Gramma for my Monkey Hat!!  It is perfect for keeping me warm...and it doesn't blow off in the wind (which was very important during the chinook today :)

lil' monkey

Still able to find EVERY puddle

Let's go for a swing

Taking a break from moneky'in around

What do you mean it is time to go home?!

The weather outside

We had our first snowfall (of this year) today.  So, of course, Troy HAD to go play in it :)  I soon remembered how much "fun" it is to get Troy dressed in snow pants, snow boots, hat and mittens!!  Hard to think it was only yesterday we were were out in our fall gear (see pics below).   

Troy and Snow buddy

Ready for a snowball fight, Mommy?

I'll catch it

These mittens are useless

Trekking in the playground yesterday

Rock climbing

King of the rock castle

Best Papa - Hands Down!

Today is Papa's Birthday - and he came to our house for a visit!  So, of course I had to make him one of my "hand-made" cards.  I can't wait to help him blow out the candles (the real ones :)

First, Mommy paints my hand with lots of colours

Then I have to spread my fingers apart, like a high-five

And then we "smoosh" it on the card

And, voila!!  another "troy-hand" creation

Mommy just added a few embellishments

One-of-a-kind...just like my Papa!!

Time for birthday treats

Helping Papa blow out the candles

no girlfriends :)

Happy Birthday Papa (from Captain America...and Troy!)

Captain America

Let's just say Troy has enjoyed being Captain America far more than the "owl" last year. Okay...that's an understatement...he CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF IT!  In fact, he was dressed in his costume (boots and all!) at 7:00 am on the morning of Halloween.  He wore the costume all day...only taking it off to put clothes on underneath instead of pajamas. Needless to say it was a loooooong day (for both of us!).

Troy spent the day looking outside to see if it was "dark yet" and practicing his Captain America trick or treat moves :)  Finally, when it was time to go out...he was READY!  It was fun to watch him bravely go up to each door (even the scary ones) and try and reach the door bells.  It took a bit longer when he had to stop and check out everyone's decorations (yes, I take full blame for that :)

It was a fun Halloween - and I was counting on that extra hour of sleep afterwards, however, I don't think kids understand Daylight Savings Time (sigh).  So, I am now posting the blog at an early hour while Troy is fully dressed as Captain America (AGAIN)...even though I had hidden his costume in his closet...BOOOO!!

Is it time to go Trick or Treating yet???

Not yet? 

What's a Super Hero to do?

I will practice running up and down the street!

And, my fierce Super Hero stance!

Oh spider pumpkin...waiting is hard, isn't it?

But I hear the candy is worth it! 

IT"S TIME TO GOOOOOOO! 

I am going to fill this bag

C'mon Mommy...enough pictures already!

This house looks promising

Look at the great decorations, Mommy

My bag is getting heavy

Trick or Treating is awesome!!!

Time to check out my haul

I waited all day for you :)

Lollipop, prepare to be eaten

Best Day EVER!!