We had another amazing but quick weekend with Aunt Julie and Uncle Mal ( because Malcolm was a little hard to say!). We went out for a great dinner on Friday and then off to the zoo on Saturday. Uncle Mal is a wonderful photographer and we laughed because every time we went to an exhibit, the animals would go into this great pose position. I had just finished telling Malcolm and Julie that lions sleep most of the day and not to expect much. Lo and behold we come up the hill and there is the lion sitting up beautifully with his head held high! It was really funny! The gorilla exhibit was packed full of people up against the glass and all of the sudden one of the gorillas slapped the window and ran away. People were screaming and laughing. That's the great part about the zoo.... it is different every time. We love that Jodi is getting to meet her beautiful and amazing family and just wish we all were closer. We know that she feels loved and very special with the wonderful hugs, gifts, and time given to her.
Our little Jodi has quickly learned how to conquer and divide Mama and Baba to get what she wants. Fred and I are having alot of quick meetings to make sure we are on the same page. Amazing how fast they pick up on this! We are definitely having to teach her boundaries and the meaning of the word "no" which she is starting to question. I guess that makes her officially a 5 year old. Lots more for Mama and Baba to learn!
Wish we had known that they were here, would have loved to see them. I am so glad that Jodi is getting to meet all of her family.
ReplyDeleteYou are definitely right it doesn't take them long to learn how to play one against the other. Kat's kids try it all the time (If Mom says no, ask Grandma).
Ann