Tuesday we had our neighborhood playgroup at friend Andrew's house. Ari, Alex, Kira and their friends all played so nicely, sharing toys and working on puzzles together. The mommies remarked at how well-behaved everyone seemed to be...not that they aren't usually very nice to each other, but for some reason it just seemed like the kids were on their extra best behavior at playgroup. Certainly there were no complaints from the mommies, who enjoyed chatting with each other and helping the kids with the puzzles.
Wednesday Kira got to enjoy her own playgroup with her 1-year old friends, including Ella, Jonah and new friend Rachel. Kira is learning how to be nice to other "babies" by hugging them instead of poking them in the eye as she is prone to doing. She clearly enjoyed being surrounded by other kids her own size and playing with the "new" toys at Jonah's house.
Thursday we were supposed to have a playdate with friend Matan but sadly he was sick so we had to come up with some ad hoc plans on the fly. Mommy remembered that the local library had a "penny theater" show that is technically for 3-6 year olds, but decided to take a chance and figured if it didn't interest Ari and Alex, we could leave the library and run some errands. We were all surprised at how elaborate the "penny theater" was, complete with a model puppet stage, curtains and scenery. The two librarians operated the rod puppets as two stories were narrated over a CD. Ari, Alex and even Kira were fascinated. Alex got a little antsy after the first story, but Ari stayed focused through the entire show. Mommy was surprised afterwards when Ari and Alex could repeat some of the stories they had just seen; clearly they did absorb some of the experience!
We were having such a good morning that Mommy decided to take the kids for a special lunch at Noodles and Company, where we all enjoyed some yummy, warm Mac and Cheese on a VERY cold day. It's been SO cold, in fact, we can't even venture out for a second- this morning, in fact, it was just ONE DEGREE when we woke up and the highs have been in the 20's! BRRRR. The warm Mac and Cheese lunch hit the spot and everyone ate up their lunch, although Alex told Mommy he wanted to save some to "feed Daddy" and insisted we take some home in a doggie bag, so we did just that. We even made a restroom stop for Ari before we left. When we got home, everyone went down without a peep for a very good afternoon nap. Needless to say, it was a very good morning and Mommy was so proud of how well-behaved the kids were.
Friday while Ari and Alex were in school, Aunt Lori came to visit Mommy and Kira and accompanied us on a shopping trip to buys lots of birthday presents for upcoming parties. She then surprised Ari and Alex by coming to their school with Mommy and Kira for pick-up! Ari and Alex thought it was a lot of fun to see their Aunt waiting for them outside of their classroom door.
Today we spent a lazy morning in the house, but after naps we headed out for a reunion with Mommy's friends from when she practiced law at Akin Gump. It was such a treat for Mommy to see her friends (who have all gone their separate ways from their days at the law firm) and to meet their children. 
We only wish we could have stayed longer, but we had to head to a family playdate with friends Oscar, Henry, Ruby and their parents and Sammy and Izzy and their parents. We've been doing family playdates with them for a year now, rotating between the different houses and this time it was Oscar, Henry and Ruby's family's turn to host at their house in Virginia. The kids had so much fun playing with their friends and Cody the doggie- Kira in particular (as always) was enamoured with Cody. After a yummy dinner of chicken nuggets and french fries (for the kids) and sushi (for the adults), we headed home for a late bed time. It was definitely a very good day filled with friends and fun.
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