Cy's Birthday

Since Cy is a Christmas baby (born on the 23rd), we celebrated his birthday at our friends the Heaton's in Utah. Cy was a little overwhelmed with jet lag and all the new faces, but had a great time visiting with his cousins Sammy and Victoria. We gave him a pumpkin pie with whipped cream for his birthday cake, but all he wanted was a bottle. I wish I could drink a glass of milk over dessert!

Happy Holidays...from the Colemans

We spent our Christmas vacation in Utah with family and friends this year. It seems every year someone is missing due to missions, babies, or work, so it was great to have everyone all together again. True to our Danish heritage, we enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by my Mom (including rice pudding)and danced around the Danish Christmas tree singing songs. We started a fun tradition several years back of purchasing matching pajama pants that we wear on Christmas Eve.






We've had an eventful 10 days in Utah with family and friends. Details to come!

It's Christmas Time in the City

This past weekend, one of Mike's best friends (Pete) was in town for the day, so we zipped into the city to visit him. We first checked out some gadgets at the Apple store, which not surprisingly was Cy's favorite part of the day. Then we popped over to FAO Schwartz where we ran into Steven Spielberg as he was leaving! Madi is very proud to say he brushed shoulders with her. We topped off the day with some pizza and pictures.

Don't Touch

Well it's true, most kids don't need a lot of fancy toys or vacations. Some quality time, home appliances and hardware are enough to entertain the most high maintenance babies. Cy seems to especially love the porcelain king and would hang out in the bathroom all day if I let him.

The Toilet

Could this be my first sign of the difference between boys and girls? Madison could care less about the toilet when she was little, but it seems to be Cy's best friend lately. If I leave him alone for more than a few seconds, he heads straight to the bathroom where he works at his "desk". Flipping the lid, flushing, pounding on the bowl, attempting to un-do any screws, or simply splashing his hand in the water (yes SOMEONE failed to flush the toilet once)...it's all in a days work for Cy.

Taking Away His Friend

Cy loves the toilet so much and is in total despair when I block his access to the bathroom.

Old Friends

I'm not implying that they are OLD, clearly they are spring chickens. I got a nice e-mail from my girlfriend Julie with some pictures we took last time we were together in Utah, and felt I had to pay my respects to Mike's buddies who have known him much longer than I have. They're definately a bunch of sarcastic trouble making rascals, but anyone who knows me is aware that I live for that. See you at Christmas!

Sisters

Hanging out in NYC after a big meal at Matsuri

 

Lena Visits

My little sister, Lena was visiting this past weekend, so we had the opportunity to do some shopping, dining, and catching up. Thanks for the fun weekend Lena and great night with(as Mom would say)your "little friendy". I feel like we should celebrate Christmas with him or show him off at church, given he's a spitting image of Jesus.

Thanksgiving

This year we were able to spend Thanksgiving with a few friends (LaBelle's, Barney's, and Carl!) here in New York. I highly recommend doing this, it was so nice not to have to worry about cooking the entire meal myself, especially for only three people! Thanks for all your hard work Becky, it was a delicious and memorable day for us.

 

 

Caught

 

Cy has this funny little head tilt and shy smile when he gets caught getting into things he knows he shouldn't. How could I ever get mad at this?

NYAC International Open

We attended a wrestling event in the city (studying up for Mike's movie). It was fun to see the guys in action, although Madi didn't appreciate the spectacle as much as we did. She was in the corner reading a book.

 

Singing In The Rain

Last week we has a major rain storm, which most people out here would dread. Madi, on the other hand ran into the shower, grabbed shampoo and conditioner, some rain boots and jetted out the door. I guess she decided to take a rain shower...probably not the most sanitary option, and I'm sure the neighbors think we're abusive or too poor to afford warm water. These are days I realize I still have a little girl.

Uncle Dave

Mike's baby brother came to stay with us while interviewing and checking out some investment banks in New York City.
Cy kept getting confused and shy when he realized he wasn't Mike, but enjoyed him none-the-less.
Madi can be seen modeling her new jacket she just bought with her babysitting money. Love it Madi!

Cy's Day at Work

Basically consists of playing and sleeping (sometimes simultaneously)

Fresh Meat

Only kidding (Jenn), but that seems to be the look on Cy's face. He had the opportunity to have a play date with his buddy Cal a few days ago. He's so used to his baby doll, that when the real thing came along he was fascinated and so excited. He was very gentle with little Cal, who also loved Cy and found him amusing. Other than trying to steal Cal's bottle, the date was great!

 

Keyboard Cy

Sorry for the obsessive video postings, I just can't help it.

Room With A View

This is what I've been waking up to every day. I love Fall, and the view from my bedroom window.

Just The Girls

We thought it would be fun to have a girls only RB party while our friend Lisa was visiting. It got so hot from dancing around, I had to open up our windows, which I'm sure is going to result in all the neighbors wondering what six grown women are doing playing "video games" on a Saturday night.

 

Rocking Again

This is seriously the best game to play to get to know people. It forces you to break out of your shell, allows you to act like an idiot and dress up if you want, you save a buck on date night, and it gives you another option when it seems EVERY movie out is sub par at best.

Central Park Zoo

We spent our Saturday afternoon enjoying the last few moments of good weather in the city. We took Cy to the Central Park zoo where he saw all the animals we read about in person. He was pretty taken back and reserved, but interested in everything going on around him.





Sums up how I felt the end of 2007 and first half of 2008

Central Park in the Fall

My favorite time of the year, and my favorite girl.

Spooky Madi

Is it any shock to anyone that Madi was a vampire this Halloween? Thanks alot Twilight...I'm anxiously waiting for the next book phenomena to come out. If I hear the words Edward, Stephanie Meyer, Breaking Dawn, or Twilight again I will pull my hair out of my head.

Under all that hair and make-up, I still see a little 4 year old who loved anything pink and frilly, and wanted to change her name to Shell because she thought she was a mermaid.