Sunday, October 28, 2007

Hockey Night in Canada!


Last night Matty and I watched part of the Pens/Canadians game before his bedtime. Matthew really enjoyed dancing to the Hockey Night in Canada music :-) And he actually sat and watched the game with me for quite a while - I think he is a Pens fan for sure! Too bad he goes to bed so early...but atleast he didn't have to see 4 (I think) Penguins miss the net in the shootout!! I'll have to get him a jersey for Christmas for when we watch games together.

Casa Loma

Today we went into the city to see Casa Loma with Gordon and his family. In the spirit of Halloween, Matty went in his tigger costume!
Casa Loma!

This room is being prepared to shoot scenes from an upcoming Mike Myers movie - very cool!
Scenes from Cocktail were shot at the castle.
Chad and Matthew outside of the Dragon's Cave.

Chad and Matthew outside of the Castle.
Family shot :-)

Saturday, October 27, 2007

Breaking News!


We have been "tricking" Matthew into standing for the past couple of months. But once he would realize that he was standing unsupported he would immediately grab something or sit down. Well, today he was ready to stand on his own and he was very proud of himself! It's only a matter of time now and he'll be running around...

Sunday, October 21, 2007

Random Family Fun in Nova Scotia

On tour at the party with Grampy B
Gram and Gramp celebrating 60 years!

Aunt Cathy introducing Matthew to Barney

Playing with Grampy S

Future Acadia Grad

Stop #3...U-Haul lawn. Who knows...maybe Matthew will be continue the family tradition and be a student here some day.

Hennigar's Farm Market

Stop number 2 - Hennigars! After picking up some apples we visited the farm animals and stopped for a quick family photo :-)

The Look-Off

Today we did a quick tour of some of our favorite places in the Valley - first stop, the look-off! It was a gorgeous fall day and the leaves were so vibrant! Matthew fell asleep on the drive from Cathy and Sean's to the look-off so he stayed in the car with Nan while the rest of us enjoyed the view!
The Smith kids

What a view!

Cousins!


When we were home this weekend for Gram and Gramp's 60th anniversary Matthew had a chance to play with his cousins. They raked a big pile of leaves and all took turns having Chad throw them in either head, feet, or bum first. When they were all done, Matthew joined in the fun with his cousins! They had a great time :-)

Monday, October 8, 2007

Kelso Conservation Area



Today we went to Kelso Conservation Area - another park in the Milton area. You can ski here in the winter and this weekend they were offering chair lift rides to check out the fall view. For some reason dogs and 13 month olds aren't allowed on the chair lift...so we had to hike up for the view...did I mention that it was over 30 degrees today!! We did not dress appropriately! But it was a lovely view and worth the hike. I think it is my favorite Conservation Area so far - you can hike, rent various boats, picnic, and swim at the beach. Hopefully we'll come back and take advantage of all the activities!

Snack Time

Yesterday we made some progress in the self feeding journey... when I put the spoon in the yogurt Matthew picked it up and brought it to his mouth! We were so proud of him - even though he had a few mouth misses. He continued to "dip" and "lick" a few more times and then...
...he realized it would be much faster to use his hands!
Everyday Matthew sits in the King chair (to his right) with his snack dish and eats cheerios. Riley now knows what the snack bowl means and he promptly lays down beside Matty intent on cleaning up any droppings.

Looks like he found one!

Saturday, October 6, 2007

Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

Today we continued our exploration of the Ontario Conservation Areas and visited Rattray Marsh, which is located in Mississauga. It's not near as big as the others we've been to, but it was still a nice walk on the boardwalk around the marsh.
Picture of the marsh
Two swans swimming in Lake Ontario.
Me and Riley on the "beach" along Lake Ontario.


Ready to go home...

Wednesday, October 3, 2007

My Speedy Dad

On Sunday Dad ran in his first 1/2 marathon - me and Mom are so proud of him!! He ran 22 km in 1hr 48min - go Dad go! Here is a picture of Dad with his friend from work (Spencer) before the run.