Narrating the CAMERA ROLL.....

On Wednesday afternoon, Nory returned to the pediatrician for a check-up.  She's grown 4.5 cm and now weighs 14.5 lbs!!!  Dr. Roland gave us some cream for her dry knees (that's a Hoit trait, for sure!), some special shampoo for her cradle cap, and some tips on how to survive the airplane and the teething process. 

Most of you know how much I dislike McDonald's.  Phil knows I would NEVER, EVER agree to eat there, with two exceptions only:  for McFlurry's and for COFFEE.  Yep, I LOVE THEIR COFFEE!!!!  In fact, I had such a craving for it the other morning that I gave Phil permission to eat a greasy, greasy breakfast - just so I could have some coffee.  BAHA.

Who doesn't love a surprise delivery on a Wednesday evening?  Sparkly ones are TOPS!!!

Here we are in what I like to call the "Cuddle Bug Bakery".  The event doubled as fantastic "airport" practice too.  Nory's really starting to like the Ergo, THANK GOODNESS!  I think it will be beneficial to navigate the airport with two hands.  Plus, Nory's getting quite heavy and I find it much easier to carry her around this way :) 

Ever since we moved to Kuwait, I've had this dream of wanting a Juicy Couture tracksuit.  My dream came true on Friday morning with Emily, Steve, Phil and Nory by my side!  Here Phil is carrying out that beautiful, BRIGHT PINK bag!

It's important to pick up English books as you see them here - otherwise your library will look rather glum and boring.  Pottery Barn Kids happened to have a wide selection the other morning, so we picked up "How Loud Is A Lion?" for Nory's collection.  I think we've read it about 8 times already!

WAY TO GO, DADDY!!!!!  Phil's basketball team won first place in the league on Friday afternoon.  He came home with a flashy medal and a big grin.  Of course, Nory had to share in the excitement by wearing her Dad's new hardware :)

Rattle socks.  With her ninja-like kicking, she really could start her own musical group! 

Be forewarned, Nory is bringing some friends back to Canada with her.  Patches, Tabitha and Simon/Simone will be making the trip to Ontario too.  As you can tell, these three toys never get a rest in the toy box. 

Another surprise visit from Haitham!!!  The perfect way to conclude any weekend.