Thanks for visiting me Uncle Kyle!

For those of you know who don't know, Kyle holds a special place of honor in the Cohen family, because he's the person who introduced Gabby's parents! This weekend was the first time he met Gabby.

Post-Holiday Festivities!

This past weekend, we hosted a little post-holiday holiday gathering at our place. First the kiddos has some delicious snacks and din-din.

(Turned out it was lots more snacks that dinner, but hey, it was a special occasion).

Dinner time! Clockwise: Luke, Martin, Zach, and Gabby chow down.

Then the chaos ensued, when we had our first toddler gift swap!

WeeZ has graduated

Word has come down. In anticipation for a new Wee we've got a new blog...check out WeeZ and Family's new blog!!!

What a nice weekend...

Hello y'all...

I know what you're thinking. "You're from Boston. What's with the y'all?" Ok. Here's the deal. The first time I moved here, I vehemently opposed the y'all. I strictly used "you guys." As a proper Bostonian would, mind you. But as I continually found myself returning to Texas as if it were my home, I found myself embracing more and more of the culture. Now I'm a boot wearing, y'all slinging Texan. Sort of.

Anyway, we had a great weekend y'all. When we began to seriously consider moving back here about 12 months ago, I was a little apprehensive. I had only lived here as a student, and I was a little worried that the city as an Adult would be a bit different than it had been as a student. Guess what. It is. And it's great.

We don't make to many plans. Our errands are quicker and more enjoyable. We visit the playground in the throws of winter while wearing a light jacket. Very laid back. I'm confident is stating that the decision was right for this family. Thank you to all of our friends and family in New England for not giving too much grief over deserting, and thank you to all our Texan friends and family for warmly inviting us home.

Ok, that's it for now. I'm off to the Big D for a few days, and I'll be sure to miss my ladies while I'm away.

Take care of yourselves, y'all.

Not quite about Gabby...

We had an OB appointment, and all is well. We've even spent a little time this week talking about names. So it goes...

On the G front, she's continuing to amaze us with her memory. Last weekend, I stopped by Walmart to get my new eyeglass frames repaired, and out of nowhere, G said, "Hello, Barbara." She actually remembered the vision center lady from our brief visit a month ago. too crazy.

But the other reason I'm posting right now was to share an amazing story. And by amazing I intend to say that it's too bad that this story is amazing. It's about a dad that instinctively rescued a fellow human in need...I wonder if I would, could, or should do the same thing if I were in that situation. What do y'all think?

A photo essay of the last month...

My people...

I have failed many of y'all during this joyous holiday season. For this, please accept my apologies. I will not attempt to win your favor with empty promises about being better at posting regular updates. Instead I will leave you with a photo essay of our exploits o'er the last month or so...

Let's begin!
We dress G in a nice outfit for our holiday card photo shoot. It went as well as can be expected for a little girl that has decided that no more pistures shall be had. Here's an outtake from the shoot.

Gabby! We're doing a holiday card photo shoot. Please lower your dress. It is uncalled for an unappreciated. (but it is cute.)

We had a great time at WeeZ's 2 yr birthday party. After a fun ride on the zilker zephyr, Gabby and Tiny D decided they were ready for seconds...

Gabby has had the pleasure of sharing some one-on-one time with Elise. They were having a ball.

Bobie came down for a visit. Gabby was sure to show off her playground and the feats of adventure, as she walked the wall.

Yaneev, Rae, and Bobie joined us for the first 4 nights of Chanukah. Gabby loved the candles, dreidels and the PRESENTS! We had a great time.

Here Gabby is telling me, "No Dadda, No! No Pictures!" Seriously. She's somehow become camera shy.

One afternoon, we were treated to an after noon of frolicking in Rudy's backyard. Uncle Jay is in management at the 360 location, and we even got a tour of the kitchen. In the picture above, Gabby is luring Luke onto her changing pad. And I quote, "Come here, Luke. Change diaper. It's fun." Seriously.

Gabby loves her green chair with Pooh and Piglet. Here she's reading me a book, or at least telling me how it should be read.

If I can't be a rockstar, who says Gabby ain't. She gets it from my genepool. Rock on, lil' G.

For Christas, Babci and Papa returned for a nice restful weekend. "Get up, Papa."

By the time we got through chanukah and christmas, Gabby was a pro at opening gifts. This of course is an essential skill. She's going to rock at pre-school one day.

If we don't see y'all, G, B, and I want to wish you a very happy new year.

A fellow father and blogger

Hey everyone. I was just checking around the blogs of Gabby's friends and came across a post on Lily's blog about her friend. If you've got a few minutes read about the incredible things Quinn has been dealing with and say a prayer...here's Quinn's blog.