It's been ages!

It has been ages since I've posted an entry in this blog.
Since my last entry, lots have happened.

Robby's mom & stepdad spent 2 glorious weeks with us in January. His grandmother also came for 4 days. Our cozy family crowded the apartment, but every inch of it was filled with warmth and sound. We loved the company and the busy evenings.

Atticus turned one and had a birthday party. Robby organized a knife-choosing ceremony. Out of 10 knives, Atticus chose the one with chopsticks, which signifies that he will be a big eater. We got a delicious tart from Porto's and invited lots of friends and family members. Two out of the three godfathers drove down from the Bay Area, & Atticus received four letters that will be opened ten and twenty years from now.

He can now walk pretty well. He loves to open cabinets and touch stuff. He can say "agua" pretty clearly. He can feed himself, imitate others, & blow kisses. He is getting over an ear infection right now, poor thing. We've bonded this weekend with Robby gone to his aunt's wedding.

Robby is still writing his dissertation & should be done by this summer. He'll be walking in May, so we will both cut our hair by then. My hair is so long that sometimes I sit on it. I can't wait to have a short do again.