Just checking in

Hadley's 30 months developmental assessment arrived in the mail and now that she's older we made it into a fun 'test' to see if she could do everything in the questionnaire.  She did so well - as she says - she's ready for preschool.  She can draw shapes, identify letters, sing many songs, speak in full paragraphs, stand on one foot in tree pose, jump, run fast, and keep up with her brother in most ways.  At times she's also persistent and will employ every two-year-old trick to get her way (whining, crying, general tantrums).  She loves taking care of a baby doll, jumping on her trampoline and being mama and daddy's helper. 

This weekend Miles got a postcard with a dolphin on it and Hadley received one with a panda from Grandma Nickolay's trip to San Deigo.  When Miles saw his he exclaimed "a shark!"  When Hadley saw her she's exclaimed "a care bear!" 

Miles is excelling at Little Saints Preschool.  His teacher reports that he's well-behaved, social and likes to participate.  When working on his handwriting worksheets or art projects he likes to take his time - he's never in a hurry to rush through these things.  He is one of the most genuinely happy kids I know - he's always smiling, has the best giggle and is always up for an impromptu dance party.