Merry Christmas from Ruby the Elf

Another Ruby Conversation

I need to think of a catchier name for posts about these little conversations with Ruby. Here's one from last night, as we were reading books in bed.

Me (reading from a book): "Momma Bear cooks food for lunch."

R: Momma, YOU like to cook.

Me: Yes I do, Ruby. Do YOU like to cook?

R: Yes. Does Dada like to cook?

Me: No, not really.

R: Yeah, Dada likes to lay down.

Such a smart girl! David actually does a lot to help around the house, but had some back pain last night and was lying down after dinner.

To Brighten Your Day

Warning: A Post about Poop

I have a rule that I don't post about poop on the blog too often. I consider this blog a diary of sorts, but I would hate for Ruby to be embarrassed by it someday. Today's conversation, however, is just too cute not to share.

Me: Ruby, did you poop?

R: No.

Me: I think you did, Rubina. I can smell it from across the room.

R: It is POTENT, Momma.

Not only did my two year old use the word "potent," but she used it correctly. I'm impressed.

Fun with Photobooth

Ruby is really into the Photobooth program on the computer. I have to admit, it cracks me up too.

Happy Birthday, Sunshine!

Happy Second Birthday, Ruby Albina! You have brought so much sunshine into our lives and we love you more than words can describe. We hope you have a fabulous special day and a fantastic year as a big two year old!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Gigi and Baba came to Austin to celebrate Thanksgiving, and we devoured a feast of turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, cranberry relish, onion salad, and asparagus.  Ruby saw the awesome spread ... and immediately and repeatedly requested a waffle, which we provided.  She later came around and enjoyed some of the deliciousness that is Thanksgiving dinner. 

The Urbans joined us later for dessert and drinks and a football game that, well, sucked.  Dessert was vanilla ice cream, the-best-ever pecan pie by Emilia, homemade peppermint marshmallows, chocolate bread pudding, and pumpkin roll (all by MC).  Homemade hot chocolate with schnapps and a steady flow of bourbon at least made the game less painful. 

I hope everyone was able to spend their day with someone they loved, as having friends and family that I love dearly makes up the bulk of that for which I am thankful.