Amy on the adult toilet!

Amy has done several #2's on the adult toilet without any practice! We are so proud!
She just suddenly announced she had to go. So I suggested she'd go on the adult toilet. And she did it so well! She thinks it's funny when there's a splashing sound and also flushing is hilarious to her. It's funny to watch her enjoy going to the bathroom. It's also handy because at this moment she doesn't need any encouragement like candy :)

Sad day

Sometimes it seems that all sad things happen at the same time.
This morning I went to a memorial service for the husband of a friend. He collapsed at work and passed away on Friday, totally unexpected. He was 36 years old and leaves behind his wife and 6 month old son.

This afternoon I got a call that my cousin's best friend collapsed 50 meters before the finish line of a running competition. They did cpr and rushed him to the hospital. He was put on ventilators but the brain scan didn't look good. Last night he passed away. He was 23 years old.

This evening we were at a BBQ where we were told that a family member had had complications during a surgery and nearly passed away last night. She made it but is still critical and at intensive care.

I am so sad after all this, I tear up as soon as I think about it. I can't help but wonder why. Of course we will never get an answer to that question. But it makes me realize that life is frail and we need to live it to the fullest with our loved ones. I pray that God will hold these families close, it's all I can do. But it just doesn't seem like it's enough.

Papa

Jessie has made quite some progress during our holiday. She said 'papa' a couple of times and she mastered how to clap her hands, wave, 'high five', give a (very very very wet) kiss and drink from a sippy cup.
We are very proud. And it's cool to watch her have so much fun doing all these new things.

Mama

Jessie said 'mama'! You really have to listen carefully because she says is softly but that's okay :) I'm so proud! And I love it that she said 'mama' before she can say 'papa' ;)

Jessie

Amy can't sleep (part two)

Amy couldn't sleep again.

Amy: Daddy can you please give the scary dream a bath?
Guillaume: Ok, I'll take it to the sink downstairs and wash it.
Amy: Daddy, don't forget a towel to dry it too!

Biting the spoon

Jessie's favorite game during mealtime: 

biting the spoon and not giving it back to Mommy :)