Wii or Not to Wii

After two years of discussing whether to get a Wii, I bought one for Jason's birthday as a surprise. We are not big video game people, but love playing it when going over to other people's houses. Well, the gift is a huge success. I about died laughing watching Jason try to hula-hoop. I could tell he didn't spend hours hula-hooping as a child like I did. Oh man, how I used to LOVE to hula-hoop. We just have to keep our video playing time in check.

Today is Jason's 36th birthday. We had a wonderful day. Jason and I found a Mexican chain restaurant in Cambridge called Chiquito's. (3 1/2 years after getting to England) I made Jason's favorite for dinner...ribs! We ended the day with a chocolate cake. I felt like I ate the entire day! On top of that, Emily was an absolute jewel today. She was giving Jason tons of hugs, kisses, and loving. Sometimes, she can be only about mommy. Jason loved every minute of it. We have come to realize just how good of a little girl we have. She is just so sweet and kind. Emily does have her crazy toddler moments, but the majority of the time she is wonderful.

Have a great weekend all!

Fun in the Sun

By now, I am sure everyone has heard me shouting from the top of Big Ben that we are moving to FL this summer. Jason can hardly sleep at night with his excitement. He said he doesn't know where he wants to take Emily and I first. He keeps telling me all about his favorite old spots. Jason lived in FL about seven years ago and LOVED every minute of it. I have always been surprised that he loves FL, since he is not the a big fan of the ocean. I guess he really doesn't like the sand, but loves the scenery.

Many of you don't know this, but we were first told we were going to Clovis, NM. It is a small town in the middle of nowhere in NM. Jason and I were both hugely dissappointed. Plus, the job was not a good move for Jason. Luckily, the information was a mistake...long story. The closest Target was one-two hours away...do I need to say anymore?

We are probably going to slow our traveling down, since we want to save money. I feel like we should be doing the opposite and traveling like crazy. We are going to Edelweiss in April or May timeframe. So, we will take one large trip before coming back to the states.

I hope to start working back in the classroom, when we get to FL. I will miss spending so much time with Emily. It actually makes me want to cry thinking about it, but I miss the classroom so much. It is a little selfish decision. Plus, we are hoping to find the best nursery/daycare facility for Emily. Who knows? I am change my mind when we get to FL. Emily and I could spend all of our days on the beach. ;)

Well, I am off to write a paper. Cheers!

The Singing Princess

Emily has worn her "rella" dress for three days in a row. She loves her Cinderella dress, tiara, and heels. In addition to her princess outfit, she has begun singing like Celine Dion. Emily sings with such emotion that it just Jason and I smile and laugh. She loves to do arm movements and twirls while singing. Emily usually ends each performance with a bow. Recently, she has begun closing her eyes too. We have a star. Here are a view action photos of Emily singing her heart out. I hope to learn how to upload a video of her singing.

Happy New Year!