Santa came to daddy's office last night. Jordan was a bit timid. Brooke was fine until she turned around and saw who had her. This picture was taken 2 seconds before she started crying. And Sam...no way. He stayed about 15 feet away all night.
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Happy Birthday
Jordan celebrated her 6-year birthday this past Sunday. We took 7 girls to see 'Yours, Mine and Ours', then went to Burger Heaven for hamburgers and birthday cake.
Wednesday, December 07, 2005
Jordan at Rockefeller
The tree was nice, but Jordan was pretty bummed that we weren't there to ice skate. We will have to teach her to skate this winter. There should be plenty of ice!
Cowboys and Giants
The Cowboys lost, but what an experience! Giants fans are very serious about their football. And they are very serious about their hatred of Cowboy fans. In a way, I guess it was good that the Cowboys didn't give us much to cheer about...
Ready for the Snow
Sam had to slip on his boots to play in the snow Sunday.
Yeah, big Sam is square in the middle of the Terrible Two's. Within the last few weeks he has colored over the walls with a purple crayon, pee-pee'd on the floor and splashed in the puddle, thrown his sippy cup out the window into the fountain below, emptied lotion bottles, and stuck his hand down the back of his diaper in order to hand us evidence supporting his need for a new diaper.
With all that said, he can be pretty good at times. He loves his sisters and keeps us laughing all the time.
Saturday, November 26, 2005
Happy Thanksgiving!
Uncle David came in for the Thanksgiving weekend. We went to the parade then walked through Times Square. Had a slice of Ray's Pizza as an appetizer before dinner.
Christine made a really nice Thanksgiving dinner.
Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Bear Mountain...Blue Lips
Jordan had a big blue sucker just before we started taking pictures. She's blue lipped in every picture.
Bear Mountain
We drove up to Bear Mountain in the Catskills this past weekend. It's beautiful up there.
Sammy and the Jets
Don't get mad Papa. He's a Cowboy at heart. You know what to get him for Christmas...
Sam looks a little tipsy in this picture. He was running fever, nose running and probably overdosed on Motrin.
Friday, November 18, 2005
Friday, November 11, 2005
Flower
Since Brooke slept through Halloween, Mom had to re-dress her this week for pictures.
Brooke-Brooke is nearly 10 months now. She is getting really close to crawling. She is starting to eat real food--had lasagna last night.
Brooke-Brooke is nearly 10 months now. She is getting really close to crawling. She is starting to eat real food--had lasagna last night.
Thursday, November 03, 2005
Brooke-Brooke
That's what Sam calls her. She had a flower costume, but fell asleep before the evening got started.
Halloween
We had a fun Halloween. We had our friends over for their first taste of Frito Pie, then we let the kids go trick-or-treating. Our apartment has over 2000 residents, with kids everywhere, so it took no time to fill up a bag with goodies.
Monday, October 24, 2005
BBQ
Friday, on our way to the zoo, we had to stop off for a little BBQ.
Jordan, Emmy and Sam played great together.
Emmy, after you left, we saw Spiderman climbing the wall of our apartment. He poked his head inside and asked to see you, but you were already gone. Maybe next time.
Jordan, Emmy and Sam played great together.
Emmy, after you left, we saw Spiderman climbing the wall of our apartment. He poked his head inside and asked to see you, but you were already gone. Maybe next time.
Longtime Friends
The Haney's came to visit this past weekend. We had a great time!
They arrived Wednesday and stayed 4 nights with us. That's right, 8 people in one apartment. No problem.
Thursday we saw the Statue of Liberty. Friday we went to the Central Park Zoo and FAO Schwartz. Saturday, Stephanie and Christine shopped, while Greg and I stayed with the kids and watched a little football. The finale to our weekend was at Angelo's in Little Italy, where this picture was taken. You can't be great food with old friends.
We loved having you guys.
They arrived Wednesday and stayed 4 nights with us. That's right, 8 people in one apartment. No problem.
Thursday we saw the Statue of Liberty. Friday we went to the Central Park Zoo and FAO Schwartz. Saturday, Stephanie and Christine shopped, while Greg and I stayed with the kids and watched a little football. The finale to our weekend was at Angelo's in Little Italy, where this picture was taken. You can't be great food with old friends.
We loved having you guys.
Monday, October 17, 2005
Mom, Sam and Brooke
In response from concerned family and friends, rest assured that we do have enough money to get Sam a haircut. It's just that mom wants to grow it out a bit. Apparently, it's a style thing.
And yes, he still refers to himself as My. And no, he hasn't pooped in the potty since the inaugural pooping.
Thursday, October 13, 2005
Ripple Effect
Newsflash: My wife is amazing. I think this city is bringing out the best in her. I really do. During the first few months, she was in survive-mode. She is now in thrive-mode.
She is making a difference in this city, at least in our little corner of the city. One of the beautiful things about living here is that people are out and about more. There is always an opportunity to walk up and start talking to someone. And she does. She is meeting other moms through the school, and getting to know them well. This week, she sat down next to a mom at the park and they started talking. The other mom has five children (she said after 3, it's all the same----whatever!). They are here from Central America because their 1st grader has cancer and they needed to be near the best hospital. Through their conversation, Christine brightened her day---I’m sure.
This past Sunday, our preacher talked about how the ripple-effect of a life well-lived can be so much larger in NYC than in the suburbs. Christine genuinely likes people. She makes them feel good about themselves. She impresses them with how she handles (thrives on) being a mom of three in a new city. She is very unique. Her ripple effect is large.
She is making a difference in this city, at least in our little corner of the city. One of the beautiful things about living here is that people are out and about more. There is always an opportunity to walk up and start talking to someone. And she does. She is meeting other moms through the school, and getting to know them well. This week, she sat down next to a mom at the park and they started talking. The other mom has five children (she said after 3, it's all the same----whatever!). They are here from Central America because their 1st grader has cancer and they needed to be near the best hospital. Through their conversation, Christine brightened her day---I’m sure.
This past Sunday, our preacher talked about how the ripple-effect of a life well-lived can be so much larger in NYC than in the suburbs. Christine genuinely likes people. She makes them feel good about themselves. She impresses them with how she handles (thrives on) being a mom of three in a new city. She is very unique. Her ripple effect is large.
Monday, October 10, 2005
Sam
This was taken in the lobby Saturday. It was a rainy day, so we took a cab to breakfast then went to the Children's Museum of Manhattan.
Friday, October 07, 2005
#2
Let it be known that on this day, the 7th of October, in the year 2005, Benjamin Samuel Gullette pooped in the potty.
We are so proud! You have no idea how proud!
We are so proud! You have no idea how proud!
Friday, September 23, 2005
Toothless in New York
Our big girl lost her tooth yesterday!
For weeks, Daddy's been asking her if she wants me to get it with the pliers. Yesterday, it was just dangling, so she let mommy pull it out.
We put it under her pillow last night. Weirdest thing....apparently there really is a tooth fairy. When we woke up this morning, the fairy had taken her tooth and left a note along with $10. In my day, I only got quarters. I guess with inflation and the cost of living in New York...probably makes sense.
For weeks, Daddy's been asking her if she wants me to get it with the pliers. Yesterday, it was just dangling, so she let mommy pull it out.
We put it under her pillow last night. Weirdest thing....apparently there really is a tooth fairy. When we woke up this morning, the fairy had taken her tooth and left a note along with $10. In my day, I only got quarters. I guess with inflation and the cost of living in New York...probably makes sense.
Sunday, September 18, 2005
Sunday, September 11, 2005
How About Them Apples?
Yesterday we rented a car for the day and drove out to Northport, NY to go apple picking.
It was a beautiful day and the kids got a chance to run around and play.
Northport is on the north shore of Long Island, about an hour from our apartment. It is beautiful out there.
It was a beautiful day and the kids got a chance to run around and play.
Northport is on the north shore of Long Island, about an hour from our apartment. It is beautiful out there.
Friday, September 09, 2005
Friends
This is Jordan with Paloma. Paloma was in Jordan's kindergarten class, and they were so excited to find out they were in the same first grade class.
In the background is the madness of the first day--all the kids and parents hanging in the playground.
In the background is the madness of the first day--all the kids and parents hanging in the playground.
First Day, First Grade
Yesterday was the big day. Jordan has been counting down the days for a month.
First grade. The big time! The five of us made the trek across the street yesterday morning. We got to meet her teachers. They seem nice, and Jordan likes them.
We are so proud of Jordan. Based on what I can tell, she may be the smartest, prettiest, fastest, funniest, sweetest little girl in New York City.
First grade. The big time! The five of us made the trek across the street yesterday morning. We got to meet her teachers. They seem nice, and Jordan likes them.
We are so proud of Jordan. Based on what I can tell, she may be the smartest, prettiest, fastest, funniest, sweetest little girl in New York City.
Saturday, September 03, 2005
Julie in Town
Christine's great friend Julie came in last weekend. I'll try to get Christine over to the computer soon to tell you more about their fun weekend.
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Brooke
I'm not sure what this expression is all about. My guess would be that she sees Sam coming toward her. He loves her. Sometimes he shows his love by hugging and kissing. Other times, it is by tackling her. Other times by grabbing her by the feet and pulling her off the couch. And other times by pinching the crap out of her.
Bless her heart!
Monday, August 22, 2005
Statue of Liberty
Papa and Dee Dee were in town last week. We had a great time with them. This was from the NY Harbor cruise.
Sam has a good mad face, huh? Heat index of 100 that day---just nasty. We'll be begging for a day like that in a few months.
Thursday, August 18, 2005
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
Jersey Shore
Last week, we went to Wildwood Crest, NJ. We had a wonderful time. It was great having 8 days in a row that were uninterrupted by work or chores.
We played. We swam. We went to the beach. We rode waves. We built sand castles. We went to the boardwalk and rode roller-coasters. We went to a waterpark. We laughed a lot. And every night, we went to bed together---boys in one bed, girls in the other.
It was a vacation we will remember forever.
We played. We swam. We went to the beach. We rode waves. We built sand castles. We went to the boardwalk and rode roller-coasters. We went to a waterpark. We laughed a lot. And every night, we went to bed together---boys in one bed, girls in the other.
It was a vacation we will remember forever.
Friday, July 15, 2005
My Big Girl
Hi me again,
I have been wanting to do a blog of Jordan because she has been amazing me ever since we got here. She finished kindergarten and got her first report card. All excellent comments and ready to move on to First grade. I still can't believe it. She read a book to me yesterday morning that was a couple paragraphs each page. She needed help on only a few words. It is crazy how fast they learn.
Besides that she has been the most amazing big sister. People comment all the time when we are out about how sweet she is to her brother. She is very protective. People always ask what I am doing to make my kids love on each other so much and play so well.
Jordan is definitely a city girl. She loves to get out and walk or get on her princess scooter. She is my partner when I am running errands or just out for a stroll. We are having a great summer together.
I am very, very proud of her if you can't tell. This picture was taken the other day outside our apartment right before running errands.
Bye again,
Christine
I have been wanting to do a blog of Jordan because she has been amazing me ever since we got here. She finished kindergarten and got her first report card. All excellent comments and ready to move on to First grade. I still can't believe it. She read a book to me yesterday morning that was a couple paragraphs each page. She needed help on only a few words. It is crazy how fast they learn.
Besides that she has been the most amazing big sister. People comment all the time when we are out about how sweet she is to her brother. She is very protective. People always ask what I am doing to make my kids love on each other so much and play so well.
Jordan is definitely a city girl. She loves to get out and walk or get on her princess scooter. She is my partner when I am running errands or just out for a stroll. We are having a great summer together.
I am very, very proud of her if you can't tell. This picture was taken the other day outside our apartment right before running errands.
Bye again,
Christine
My sweet face
Hi Christine again,
I just loved this picture of her sweet face I mentioned. Isn't she adorable.
I just loved this picture of her sweet face I mentioned. Isn't she adorable.
Happy 6 month birthday
Hi this is Christine and I decided to blog on Brooke's half year birthday. Sorry it has been awhile. It has been difficult to find time lately but I am loving being so busy.
Brooke is growing up way too fast. She is the most precious little baby. She is almost always happy (she can get a little upset if she is hungry). She is a little trooper---we can take her anywhere. She gets lots of attention from Mommy, Daddy, big sister and big brother. She is constantly being entertained; hugged or kissed (probably more than she would like sometimes). Jordan and Sam argue every morning about who gets to sit by Brooke. We put her in the middle and everyone is happy. She has really been a blessing to our family in New York. I just love looking at that sweet face and smile. We all call her our "sugar bug".
This is her sitting up on the floor playing and talking to sissy. She is loving toys now and almost sitting up without any support. She is already ahead of her brother.
We are leaving for our big summer vacation in the morning so I have got some packing to do. I will post some more pictures when we get back. I miss everyone and send my love.
Christine
Brooke is growing up way too fast. She is the most precious little baby. She is almost always happy (she can get a little upset if she is hungry). She is a little trooper---we can take her anywhere. She gets lots of attention from Mommy, Daddy, big sister and big brother. She is constantly being entertained; hugged or kissed (probably more than she would like sometimes). Jordan and Sam argue every morning about who gets to sit by Brooke. We put her in the middle and everyone is happy. She has really been a blessing to our family in New York. I just love looking at that sweet face and smile. We all call her our "sugar bug".
This is her sitting up on the floor playing and talking to sissy. She is loving toys now and almost sitting up without any support. She is already ahead of her brother.
We are leaving for our big summer vacation in the morning so I have got some packing to do. I will post some more pictures when we get back. I miss everyone and send my love.
Christine
Friday, July 08, 2005
I mentioned goofy faces.....
This would be lemon face. He likes to eat lemons at restaurants just so he can make this face and draw a laugh from Sissy!
Chillin at the Beach
Here's Brooke at the beach in Connecticut. She was a perfect little trooper all weekend.
Sissy and My
Yep, he still calls himself My. We've started calling him that too. I can see it now--his highschool baseball jersey will say My on back.
It gets a little confusing at night, because he also calls his blanket My. Sounds pretty funny when Mom says "My, get your My, it's time for night-night".
This picture was taken at the fountain outside our apartment.
Mom and Dad
Jordan took this picture of us while waiting for our table at dinner Sunday night in Mystic, Ct. She's not a bad photographer!
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