31/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He loves blowing bubbles in the water and doing the doggy paddle ... now if only that little head would get wet!

Little Bean: She has now mastered the wave and will wave to anybody and anything.

30/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: A day at the zoo with friends made this kid very happy. We're trying to pack in as much Toronto fun as we can before the big move.

Little Bean: She loves to try and put everything on her head ... toys, napkins, bibs, spoons ... everything!

29/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: This kid loves rules. And, he loves when everyone knows the rules and follows them. Must love him.

Little Bean: I think she said "Hi" this week. I know I'm dreaming, but I swear it happened.

28/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: We spent the week in Bermuda and one rainy evening he was treated to his first arcade game. Saying he was in heaven is an understatement.

Little Bean: Our rainy and windy weather in Bermuda meant that she and Monkey spent a lot of time rolling around on their "cloud" (a.k.a. plush hotel bed). She wants to do everything that he does. 

27/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: Here he is yelling at the top of his voice ... "I can see the whole world from here!" 

Little Bean: This week she's mastered the art of clapping and now she's on to the wave.    

26/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: Sometimes he seems so much older and wiser than his three young years. 

Little Bean: She's trying so hard to pull herself up to stand that it leaves her grunting, huffing and puffing.   

25/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He's learning how to snap his fingers and is quite proud of himself.

Little Bean: A tooth has poked out of her bottom gum and a second one is making its way. I'm going to miss those gummy smiles.  

24/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: This three year old is testing my patience this week... big time!

Little Bean: Her first swing ride! I can't believe she's already eight months old. 

23/52

 

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He's on the hunt for butterflies at our nature class, one of his most favourite things to do each week. 

Little Bean: She does not let Monkey out of her sight. It's incredible to watch their interactions. 

22/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: His choice of words is hilarious ... "Mommy, I am very concerned. I am very concerned that we do not have any more apples."

Little Bean: Our world has changed -- she is officially doing the army crawl now.  

21/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He's discovered the joy of a milkshake and a milk mustache!

Little Bean: She snuggles right in when it's time for a ride in the Ergo carrier. 

20/52

 

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: Together, we're conquering the potty training this week. 

Little Bean: She's sitting up all by herself and so proud of it.

19/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: His stories are so very expressive. 

Little Bean: Her laugh is infectious. 

18/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: TV is a new thing to this kid -- he gets to watch cartoons while I put Little Bean down for her morning nap -- and now every conversation includes at least one mention of his friends on 'Paw Patrol'. 

Little Bean: These chubby, dimpled hands are very curious and reaching for everything.

17/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He loves heading to the park when the sun is shining. It's amazing to see how much more confident he is on the playground this year. 

Little Bean: She's rolling and rolling and rolling to get to where she wants to be. And where she wants to be is usually anywhere with Monkey.

16/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He's three and he's starting to test me. Please let me have patience!

Little Bean: She is still my happy little girl. 

15/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: This kid could 'scoot' all day long.

Little Bean: Snug as a bug and so very close to dreamland.

14/52

 

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He's so happy now that the sun is shining and we can spend more time outdoors. He's learning how to throw a football. 

Little Bean: She's been so intrigued by what everyone's eating lately. This was our first go of solid food. 

13/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: He loves sports almost as much as his dad does. 
Little Bean: She loves singing songs. This week The Grand Ol' Duke of York is a crowd favourite. 

12/52

"A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2014."

Monkey: Everything is a space mission, and he's constantly wearing hats inside for space walks. 
Little Bean: She is now sitting in a high chair and it makes her oh so happy.