A Day at the Park

Greetings and salutations my friends! I had a lovely week as I am sure you all did. My parents brought me to the park on Sunday and we spent hours in the sun, playing games, chasing dogs and running around. As I am sure you will see, today's entry is heavy with pictures. I just had to show you exactly how much fun we had. We started the day walking to Prospect Park. Prospect Park is a large park that is close to our home. It has the Botanic Garden, a zoo and a lake. It also has a wonderful playground. When we got to the park we had a picnic and engaged in some friendly conversation. After, we went straight to the playground and we found a dog. It was not the best looking dog I had ever seen but he was sweet and he loved me. He had clothes on! Have you ever heard of such a thing? Well, when I finished playing with my friend the dog, we tried the slide. I loved the slide. We walked over the playground bridges. I loved that too! And then we went over to the swings. I still do NOT like the swings. Well, we finished up at the playground and then we walked through the park and back home. I was in desperate need of a nap although I was a shinning star all day; even if I have to say so myself. When I woke, we played more, had dinner and then the weekend was over. I know we have fun things planned this week but I did love this past weekend. Oh, I have spotted Mona. She is my Cabbage Patch doll. I must tell her off. She is in big trouble for hitting my bear. Until next week... -Maggie

This week: I played in the park, made a new friend: the dog and I tried on a couple new ideas for outfits.

Snow Day!

A happy Tuesday to everyone! It is snowing here today. It is so beautiful and clean and soft and fluffy. It is also cold. So we are staying in today. I started off today playing with my dad. We climbed up the stairs and then down the stairs. We read books and played peek-a-boo. Finally, we ate breakfast and watched Sesame Street. That Elmo is so funny. After my dad went to work it was time to play with my mom. We mostly danced and sang songs together. She knows SO MANY songs. Later this afternoon, I am looking forward to playing games with my mom. She can never find me when I hide. And I am the best pot and pan drummer in the house. I do love playing inside but I cannot wait until the snow thaws and we can go to the park again. I overheard Al Roker discussing the weather forecast this weekend and it appears that it will be in the mid to upper 40s. That is park weather undoubtedly. This past weekend, my parents took me to the roof and we played in my tunnels. There was some snow and ice up there and I even learned how to walk on the ice without falling. It took a lot of practice but I mastered it! My dad also took me running and then we went to the farmer's market. All in all, we had a great time. On a different note, I gave up my morning nap. I had to put my foot down. My mom was not listening to me so I had to make her listen to me. I am now napping at noon and I must say, I couldn't be happier. However, during this transition period, I must admit I underestimated my tiredness. There were times I passed out but I was not ashamed. I just picked myself up, grabbed my toy shopping cart and off I went. Well, someone has to shovel the snow. Until next week... -Maggie This week: I played with my toy shopping cart, I ate spaghetti, I accidentally fell asleep and I helped my dad prepare for the Superbowl.

Back to Dallas

Good afternoon! As you can see, I have been on yet another plane ride. We flew back to Dallas last week. My mom and dad had to go to a wedding for their very good friends Neal and Annie. I like them too however, I was in Dallas to entertain my grandparents and friends. While in Dallas, I had my first, and may I add the best, babysitter ever. I love her. Erica, that is my babysitter's name, let me eat yogurt all by myself with a spoon and we played with bubbles and we took pictures and I even stayed up past my bedtime. I am not sure what happened at that wedding but I know I had more fun than anyone. Leaving Dallas was difficult although I must admit, my mom does not always clue me into when exactly our trips will end. I was not ready to say good-bye but I was ready to see my dad again. He had to go back to work in NYC but I persuaded my mom to stay in Dallas for the rest of the week. Don't tell my mom but my grandparents spoil me. Well, my dad met us at the airport and he gave me the biggest hug he has ever given me. I gave him one right back. So now we are home in Brooklyn. It is definitely colder but it feels like home. Ooh, smells like lunch. Baked Ziti and a nice cold glass of milk. Until next week... - Maggie

Over the past few weeks I: saw all my friends, had a laugh with my friend Neal, ate cupcakes with my cousins, had a party and after it was all over I took a nap with my dad

Happy New Year

Hello everyone. It has been a while and a lot has happened during my absence. It has been snowing here a little bit. I love to play in the snow but it takes absurdly long to get dressed for the snow. I was not quite sure why my mom made me bundle up layer after layer until I took my mittens off...and fell in the snow. It was cold. I was cold. It was sad. My dad quickly warmed my hands and I hope I remember this lesson for years to come. Forgive me if I soon forget. Well, with the snow comes Christmas. This year we went to Dallas and spent the joyous season with our family. I had so much fun with my grandparents, uncles, aunts and my cousin Scarlett. I must admit, I was nervous. I had told Santa previously of our move and forgot to inform him of our vacation. After mass on Christmas Eve, I went to sleep and when I woke...SANTA CAME! He did and he filled my stocking and left me presents. I felt just like a newborn again. After all the festivities of Christmas, we came back to Brooklyn. Unfortunately, I threw up for the first time. Guess what? Not all "FIRSTS" are happy. Equally upsetting was the fact that my parents fell victim to the same fate. We are all better now. I was even able to cheer my Longhorn football team to victory last night. Of course, by cheer I mean sleep with my stuffed BEVO. I must be going because although I do not want to, I must take the Christmas tree down. It is the epiphany today. The wise men have found our sweet baby Jesus and so the time has come to say good-bye to Christmas. Until next week... - Maggie

During my vacation: Santa came, I played with my toys, I played with my cousin Scarlett and I wrote Thank You notes (my mom is in charge of sending them).

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.