As Big as the Doll, Hair and Library

Elayna is bigger than this doll. She was carrying the doll around the house. She would not stand or sit still so I could get a good picture. She played with the doll for a while and talked to her.
Lilia let me fix her hair before we left the house. I think it turned out great.
We went to the library today. Lilia listened to the stories but kept worrying about Elayna wandering off. If Elayna got too far, Lilia picked her up under her arms and brought her back. I kept telling Lilia that I would watch Elayna and for her to sit and listen to stories.  Story time is in a room with a door that was closed. Elayna was not going anywhere. Lilia played with her friend Abby. They sat next to each other and read books. We had a great time.

Peek-a-boo Elayna

Elayna loves to play Peek-a-boo with us. Lilia loves to make her laugh. Lilia is hiding under the blanket on the left side of the picture.

Loaf of Bread

We made bread today. Lilia loves to help. She made her own loaf and ate it as well. She shared a slice with Elayna. I love my little baker.

Drawing Circles

Lilia wanted to draw. She practised circles. She did a great job!

Blankie

I did the girls laundry and had it ready to fold on the couch.  Elayna found her blankie and carried it all over the house.  She would not hold still for me to take a picture.  She loves her blankie.  This is the first time she has carried her blankie around.  The blanket usually stays in her crib. 

Dressed Myself: Lilia

Lilia dressed herself to go outside and play today.  She also did not want a picture taken of her. So cute.

Elayna 13 Months Old

Elayna you are a very busy child. You love to play and eat. Walking, climbing and trying to run are the three things you love to do. You hold your hands/arms for balance. Elayna you follow Lilia around and want to do what she does. You look for Lilia when she is napping. We love you so much. You have a high pitch scream you use when things are not going your way. We will work on the scream. You are very much loved and have many friends. Everyone at church wants a smile from you.

Outside...Learning with Chalk

We headed outside today and the weather was awesome. Sunshine is always wecome. It was 77 degrees in our house. Outside was a little cooler. Elayna found a worm. Lilia was fascinated but not touching or getting close to it. Elayna would have smashed the worm if I let her. We put it back in the grass. Lilia used chalk and drew on the road. Elayna tried to eat the chalk. Had to taste it. Lilia practiced what to do if a car came down our street. I say "car" and she goes to the tree in our yard. I get Elayna, not her. Not a lot of cars on our street but it is good to practice. The mail lady came and Lilia knew what to do. She went right to the tree when I said "car". After Lilia tired of playing with the chalk we kicked the ball and I ran after Elayna who loves to walk down the street. I then drew shapes on the road and had Lilia find the shape I called out. She knows hard ones...oval and diamond. We talked about shadows. Lilia knew what a shadow was from the Peter Pan movie. When we came inside we washed up and had water to drink. We were thirsty. I think I wore them out. They are going to sleep great tonight.

Lilia 35 Months Old

Lilia you are amazing. We can not believe you are almost 3 years old. You love to dance for us and give a bow/curtsie. We clap and you give us many encores.  You love your swimming lessons. Before you jump into the pool you say "supper swimmer" and you love the water. You sink to the bottom and then swim up. You love having your own notes and lists just like mommy. You take care of your sister and play with her. You are a great big sister. You cook with mommy and love to make bread, tortillas, brownies, cup cakes and lick the bowl when mommy let's you. You love princess dresses with full skirts. You are wearing 3-4T and size 7-8 shoe. You are potty trained except at nap and night time. You are talking all the time and tell us what is on your mind. We love you Lilia!

Wheat Thin Crackers

Here are my home made wheat thin crackers.
I changed the recipe a little.

I used soaked wheat that I then dried. Not necessary.

In blender mix till smooth:
1 1/2 Cups of whole wheat kernels
1 Cup warm water
1/3 Cup oil (olive oil and coconut oil)
3/4 tsp salt
I added garlic powder, oregano and basil.

In another bowl:
1 1/2 Cup white flour

Pour and scrape out the mixture in the blender and dump into the bowl with the white flour. Make a dough. Roll on an ungreased cookie sheet. Score and the pricked with fork to make crackers. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes until golden and crisp.

This recipe comes from, Essentials of Home Production & Storage.