I am ONE!

I am one year old now! It was my birthday yesterday and I had the greatest day. First, I woke up and to my surprise, I was adorned with presents! I got an activity center with magnets and an abacus. Books, books and more books from my Aunt Jackie and Uncle Josh and some University of Texas Longhorn gear and vans shoes from my Aunt Megan. Next, I ate breakfast. Now, this breakfast had a candle in it and it was a chocolate brownie. Unfortunately, that was a one time breakfast. Back to cherries and cheerios this morning. For lunch, we met my dad at a place called Chuck E. Cheese's. We ate pizza and played games. My mom and dad won a princess headband for me. I was absolutely beautiful. Bottom line, I loved my birthday. Many of you sent your well wishes for my first birthday and I appreciate it. Apart from the big birthday news, I also attended my first wedding in Charleston, South Carolina. I saw my Gramma, Pop and Uncle Tom. I danced, I sang and I stole the show. Well, in all fairness, the bride was gorgeous and she held her own in the spot light. I had a great weekend with my family and I heard I was going to see them next week for Christmas! I am very excited. We leave for Dallas in one week and I regret that I will be much too busy to author a blog entry until the new year. I hope everyone has a fantastic two weeks of holiday merriment! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to each of you and your families. Until the new year... -Maggie

This week I: went to Chuck E. Cheese's, I rode on a step stool float, I got my picture taken with Santa (not my favorite event this week), I rode on an airplane, I received birthday presents, I played with my Uncle Tom, I met my Gramma and Pop at the airport, I spoke with a police officer who was riding a horse, I waited at the Franklin subway station and I waited at the Park Place subway station.

Happy birthday Granny!!!!

Come Home Soon, Dad

Good Morning Everyone! I regret that I must start today with some sad news; my dad has gone to India. He was called away on business and although he has assured me of his speedy return, I am sad. My mom tries but no one hugs me like my dad. I know he will be home soon and we are planning a welcome home breakfast that will be the greatest breakfast of all breakfasts. On a happier note, my mom and I are having a blast. We are dancing to Christmas music, singing at the top of our lungs, playing games and running around NYC holiday shopping and living the good life. We have also started decorating our home for Christmas. Before my dad left, he was talking about how he hid the "T-O-Y-S". Umm, I was not born yesterday. Now I just need to find them. Unfortunately, my mom won't leave me alone. Don't worry, I will elude her tight grasp. But I digress. I have so much to prepare for in the weeks to come. I will still be obligated to complete my regular chores including but not limited to walking, yelling and gymnastics; however, I will have the hubbub of the holidays to contend with as well. I hope you are all having a fantastic holiday season. Well, I am off to see how loud I can sing Jingle Bells. Until next week... -Maggie

This week I: Learned not to rub my eyes while eating lasagna, waited for Christmas, played with my wiggle ball and took a bath.

Thanksgiving Recap

Hello everyone! I took last week off due to the Thanksgiving festivities. It was my first Thanksgiving and I must say, I am still full. What a wonderful holiday. I took the train to New Jersey with my mom and dad. We spent the day with my Uncle Eoghan, Aunt Shannon and my cousins. We had a fashion show and ate pie! I had my first, second and third piece of cheesecake. My mom said I should thank my Great Aunt Moira for the wonderful cheesecake recipe. Thank you very much! As for Thanksgiving activities, I made hand turkeys for my grandparents. It was quite fun and I must say, they were stunning. I love craft days in our house. My mom doesn't care how messy the house gets and I get at least two baths! We have been busy here in Brooklyn the last two weeks. Lots of errands and holiday shopping. The city is a buzz and there is a definite chill in the air. I was only 10 days old last Christmas but I can still remember the yuletide cheer and the tiny tots with their eyes all a glow. I have heard I am on Santa's nice list but I am not so sure I have the self discipline to stay there. Wish me luck! In other news, I have something very exciting to share. My Uncle Ealar and Aunt Annie are going to be giving me another cousin! That is right. My Aunt Annie is pregnant!!! She is due in June and we are all very excited. It will be my first younger cousin so I am not sure what will be expected of me. I think I can handle it. Well, I better be going. It is time for peek-a-boo. Until next week... -Maggie

This week: I fell asleep in my stroller and lost my shoe, I drank a juice box with my cousin Keira, I dressed up like a reindeer and I spent time with my cousins.