You may have noticed that we have been posting less often than we used to; I have been aiming for four quality posts a month. Well, we will be moving to camp in just a few days and this means that there may be even fewer posts. I just wanted to get that out there so those who are regular blog visitors are prepared.
We are getting ready for the move. I am hesitant to say "we're ready" because it seems too good to be true. I must be forgetting something, or a bunch of things - so I am still feeling a bit panicked and stressed about the transition to camp for our family and for me (professionally/work). But this is normal for me this time of year. Actually, last year when I was on maternity leave, and had no work responsibilities, I still felt stressed and I like I should be moving, planning, making lists, having nightmares about the dining hall, and so on...
But move we must. We are keeping the apartment and putting it on the market as a vacation rental. If you know anyone who is interested in a week or two in downtown Victoria, steps from Beacon Hill Park, Cook Street Village, and the Inner Harbour, let us know!
So with spring weather, comes BBQ! Yes, we vegans and other conscious eaters still know how to BBQ. I made some fabulous black bean and chickpea burgers while Tyler skilfully crafted some rye-sour-dough buns (with Finlay's sour-dough, see http://harvey-roach.blogspot.ca/2010/12/new-pics-because-we-know-thats-what-you.html). Of course, there were dill pickles, Dijon, ketchup, greens, tomatoes, and some Russet and Yam fries. Finlay had a whole half a burger! This kid can eat!
Pretty Burger. We had beer, Fin had his "bop."
We sat on the patio with Fin at the door so we could all enjoy a meal outside.
He ate the burger top-to-bottom.
Finlay is a toddler. He looks like a toddler. He acts like a toddler. He is taller and faster and smarter and getting less baby-like all of the time. Diaper changes often take place standing up and costume changes often result in a half-naked kid running around the house.
Like so.
Monkey see, Monkey sweep.
If we are cleaning, Fin want to help. Here he is sweeping up the house.
"Mama, you missed a spot! I'll get it!"
Today, we made crackers and Finlay helped.
They are in the shapes of owls and stars. Fin did not want to wait for them to bake.
"Can I have one?"
We can to make a quick trip to the mall for a baby-gate and Fin wasn't interested in pants. Tutu it is!
Fin loves his camouflage tutu. Luckily, his shoes make squeaks when he walks, otherwise we might lose him (camo helps him blend in).
He feels pretty.
Pretty fast, that is! Tutus make us faster!
Also, please enjoy this short video of Finlay with his Easter card from Grandma. The card is still going strong and played with every day - what a hit!
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