Merry Christmas

Zoo Lights

We took our own miniature version of Santa Claus :) to Zoo Lights. Hot apple cider, wild animals, a carousel ride and a huge illuminated snowman made for one craaaazy night!

On the 2nd Day of Christmas...

No French hens, maids a milking or golden rings (sigh)... but we do have the turtledoves.

...It's Christmas Time In The City!

We looked for signs of the season all around town- at the zoo, at Macy's, at the lights parade. Blaise even sat on Santa's lap- which was such a traumatic experience I didn't even snap a picture.

Just the Two of Us!

The cousins enjoy a Duplo playdate.

Mary

Some mornings, during playtime, little fingers pull Mary down from the dresser and she joins in the fun.

Cullan

We met a special baby a few weekends ago, Blaise's "godbrother," Cullan Thesing! (Tommy is Cullan's godfather.) With a middle name like Bonucci, we know Tommy will make a perfect godfather. Love you, Cullan!

Favorite Place:

The playground across the street. Provides him with a daily dose of mischief.

Happy Halloween!

Wild Thing

You Go Girl!

Aunt Maggi sped through the Chicago Marathon. Here are a few pictures of family, the festivities and the FINISHER! (yay!)

A tisket a tasket....

Look who's in the laundry basket!

Choo Choo

Sale!

Javis Davis, the company I design for, is having a sale! Through the end of October, save 15% on most of our items, including baby bedding. Whether you are 'nesting' or looking for new big-kid bedding, I'll help you find something you'll love. Check out the website for our complete list of fabrics and custom pieces. www.javisdavis.com (There is truly something for everyone!) The bedding is the coziest you'll find, just ask Blaise or Elisa. Feel free to email me for design ideas or fabric swatches, Ledemko @ gmail. com

Fall at the Zoo

We took a jaunt over to the zoo for "Harvest Days-" Chicago's best attempt at a pumpkin patch. :)

Saint Ping

Ping circa 2006. Youthful, sweet, cuddly.
Ping today. *Grouchy*
Ping of the future = Forgiving, gentle, warm hearted ???

Today Blaise and I took Ping to church for the annual Blessing of the Animals. (St. Francis' Feast Day is October 4.) We said a prayer that "Saint Ping" will be an angel of a cat from now on. Amen!

Let Them Eat Cake!

Happy birthday to our friend, Kara.

Boys' Night

On the nights that Mom teaches, all sorts of mischief happens. Here's a picture of the boys before they head home on the L and start the wild rumpus.