Let's GO White SOX

Today was a very relaxing day! We slept in a bit, made and ate breakfast together and then headed off to a White Sox game. The weather was beautiful here in Chicago -sun was shining and 70 plus degrees.
Isabella was fortunate enough to run into and meet Minnie Minoso, born November 25, 1925 in Havana, Cuba. Minnie is the ONLY baseball player to have played professionally in 7 different decades. The three of us were walking down the streets of Chicago, Minnie pulled his caddie over, got out of the car, gave a homeless man some money, then looked at Isabella and said "Hi, darlin." Bob told Izzy that it was Minnie and she said HI MINNIE (I am sure she was thinking of Mickey Mouse). He got a BIG SMILE from ear to ear. Then she said BYE MINNIE! He looked really good for his age.We walked away and later Minnie drove by us, honked and waved to Izzy.
I had no idea who Minnie was until today.....
Isabella rocked the entire baseball game but unfortunately, they lost! Once we got home, she took a four hour nap. We woke her up just to eat dinner and then put her back to bed.
Guess she was exhausted after walking to the train, walking around the entire stadium, watching the baseball game for three hours, running down the ramps on the way out, walking to the train again, walking home on Chicago avenue and walking up the stairs.

Mr. Potato Head

When you look at this picture of Mr. Potato Head, do you notice anything missing? A true fan of Mr. Potato knows immediately what is missing from this photo. OR if you have a good eye, you know as well. I bet Dawn could answer this question right now! She likes to look at two photos of a room filled with people and point out what the difference is between the two photos - like the ones featured in the back of US weekly. (I do too.)
I will let you think about what is missing while I tell you about the favoured Mr. Potato Head! Isabella received MPH on Easter Sunday. This is her second Mr. Potato Head...I got her the first. Bob got her the second. I never told Bob what happened to the initial. Baxie discovered Mr. you know who and shredded him to pieces, one day at a time. First, the ears, then the mouth, then the hat, the eyes, the arms...until ONLY the POTATO was left.
Only two days later, the new Mr. Potato you know who is missing his EARS and his tongue. Who knows what tomorrow will bring.
We even bought Baxie Easter "bones" so he would not be jealous of Izzy's Easter basket. It is not working.
So perhaps for Christmas, we will buy Baxie HIS very OWN MR. POTATO HEAD.....
Or, better yet, this could be my very own proposal that MAYBE it is time for Baxie to have a brother or sister of his own kind. The more the merrier? Right??!! It is only fair he has a buddy to play with so he doesn't resort to Mr. Plastic potato head!! A white yorkie mixed with poodle? For a yorkidoodle?

Easter - Grandpa GO...Motorcycle

Isabella rocked out this weekend from Friday until Sunday afternoon. Friday, Izzy and I went to Monica's mothers house in the evening for Good Friday and shared a yummy, authentic Mexican meal together. Monica's family always makes you feel so welcome and loved! Isabella got to meet FI FI - the chiwawa dog that she fell in love with!
On Saturday, we headed to Aunt Jenny & Uncle Mikey's house where Izzy went on an Easter egg hunt and got to see Grandma & Grandpa Vail. She was super excited about her hunt that Aunt Jenny strategically placed through the house! Very creative! We all shared appetizer's together and Bob learned how to play guitar hero! Saturday evening, Bob and I colored eggs with Iz kid.
Lastly, on Sunday we went to great Grandma Betty's house and shared an Easter dinner together with Grandma Chug & Grandpa Dale. Isabella sure does love her grandpa's and daddy! She is definitely not a mama's girl! After grandpa Dale took off on his motorcycle, Izzy was in a frazzle for the remainder of the afternoon and well into the evening. All we have been hearing is GRANDPA DALE GO and MOTORCYCLE! Meanwhile, grandma Chug tried to soothe Izzy from her crying tizzy and they picked Daffodils in great grandma Betty's yard. Happy Easter to all of you and I am thankful we could all share this holiday together!! At the end of the day, being with your loved ones, is VERY HEART WARMING! LOVE YOU!!

Rose Colored Glasses

I think Baxie has the right idea, he likes to rock out rose colored glasses with a distinct style and calmness (Izzy placed them on his face like this). The true definition of looking through rose colored glasses is to look with: an unduly cheerful, optimistic, or favorable view of things. Baxie likes to chill out to this song when he wears his glasses, hope you enjoy it too - click on the Izzy and Bax link below in your e-mail so you can view the video!

The Little "Ducky" Banker

The earlier you save the more you will have just because of the "power of time" or the “time value of money” as it is often called in financial circles. I can't say that I started "stashing" money away at the age two, but at the age 32, I love stashing savings bonds, c.d.s, gift certificates and cash. There will always be a rainy day in your future. And it is not certain when that day will happen. When that day does come that you are low on funds, your "stash" can and will weather you through that rough storm.

Bob started a little funzie with Izzy when he comes home from work by letting her empty his pockets. 9 times out of 10, there is change....whether it be pennies, dimes, nickels or quarters. She is fascinated by the weight, the different colors and feel of money. After a couple of weeks of playing with daddy's change - I thought - we should start educating her on the value of saving. Or as I like to call it - STASHING!
Izzy gets excited and looks forward to filling her DUCKY piggy bank. It is a daily FUNZIE and hopefully saving will become a HABIT for her.

Donald Duck Bunny

Grandma Chug and Grandpa Dale bought Izzy busy a Donald Duck bunny. At first, she didn't quite know what to think of him. Take a look at this video and see what a couple days of warming up does....

The Sucker

Izzy's first time having a sucker. What a great picture. I love the upclose picture of the little finger. I think small hands and feet are so cute. Especially when they are little, they are so cute. But then again, who am I trying to kid. I think even a hand or foot print from an adult is unique.
Izzy had the opportunity of visiting with her Aunt Dawn this weekend and the "piggies", however she could not help saying "Sydney" "Sydney." Isabella talks about Sydney every other day and what a magical experience it is when they play together. Aunt Dawn got an opportunity to love up on her girl in between her visit with Grandma Betty.
What's new with Izzy? She received her Easter present early from mom and dad and received a new chair AND a princess mobile. She loves it just as much as her tea set. Pretty soon, I am going to camp out on the roof with the toys that are taking over our casa.