In the life of Nico

What's been happening in the life of Nico lately?

I know I have said this recently in the past, but I have to say it again...The little man's speech is coming along amazingly! It seems like everyday he is saying something we have never heard. Daddy and I are so proud! And speaking of being proud, our little genius now consistently knows his shapes and colors!

Last weekend, Gigi came into town just as Daddy left. The occasion was to join me at Nico's school for a little Valentine's Day dance performance. So you can imagine 14 two year olds "attempting" to do the Tootie-Ta Dance. Even with all the practice the little ones had, once parents arrived for the show, there was very little dancing, and a lot more clinging. Here is a couple of videos of Nico NOT dancing, but instead, keeping close to his Gigi!



That same weekend, Gigi and I also took Nico to Chuckie Cheese for a second visit. He loved it and had a blast again playing all the games. It was especially funny when the costumed Chuckie character came over to Nico and gave him a high five. Nico was so mesmerized and just followed the big mouse around.


Instead of the planned Valentine's Day trip to Build-A-Bear, Nico got to take a fun trip to the Disney Store, which is basically his own personal haven. He picked out two new friends, who have been his bed buddies since bringing them home.



On Valentine's Day Nico took to school cards to give to all his classmates. They kids decorated bags in class and brought them home full of cute Valentines. Once given the chance to browse through the cards, Nico picked out his favorites, a Toy Story card, a Sponge Bob card, and of course a Cars card.

Let's see...this weekend we spent some quality time together as a family, being that it is the last weekend to all be at home until April. Daddy and I took Nico to see the movie, Gnomio and Juliet in 3D. He had a fabulous time, eating popcorn and Gummy Bears, and watching the big screen. In addition, this weekend Nico played at Trinity Park, chased the ducks, collected sticks and ran around with Daddy.


And that's what's been happening in the life of Nico!

Winter Storm 2011

The beginning of February was the start of four days of being snowed and/or iced in. The winter storm that hit almost the entire country also made it's mark on north Texas. A little snow turned into a thick sheet of ice, which was then covered by half foot of more snow!


Work for both Ed and I, along with Nico's school was canceled, leaving us to spend quality time together. We watched lots of movies, read a ton of books, and even attempted some art projects; but apparently doing art with Mommy is just not the same as doing it with Mrs. Couth.


For a couple of different days, we enjoyed sitting around a fire cuddling. Nico was so excited about the fire and he did such a fantastic job listening and staying back from the fire. On his own, our creative little guy dragged all the pillows and blankets out from his room into the living room to make a little bed in front of the fireplace. And of course, he wanted Mommy and Daddy to sit on the floor with him. Precious!







Nico enjoyed watching the "no" fall outside and was eager to try his hand at playing in it. However, once we were outside, he was not impressed by the coldness of the snow, especially when it hit him in the form of a snowball. Overall, the little man did have some fun outside in the snow playing chase with Daddy, catching snowflakes on his tongue and throwing snow at Mommy!