....to upload anything new!
Our friends Dan & Kerri came over one day. They have a son, Sully, who's a couple months older than Ayla. They had fun!
One little monkey jumping on the bed...
The Gargantuan Ball!
Popsicles are Yummy!
And finally, Ayla & Elmo:
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, December 27, 2010
Recent Holidy Videos
We had a very fun holiday season so far. From Gran Tan sending a singing card:
To Ayla getting her first set of Fairy wings:
And finally Dada teaching her what might be her first joke:
To Ayla getting her first set of Fairy wings:
And finally Dada teaching her what might be her first joke:
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Monday, November 8, 2010
Birthday # 2!
2nd birthdays must be really special, because Ayla got two parties...one on each coast!
Atlanta version -
Portland version -
Atlanta version -
Portland version -
Sunday, August 29, 2010
The Latest & Greatest....
She counts to 10!!!!
And eats corn on the cob!!!!
And has a GREAT time at the kitchen table with Mama & Dada!
And eats corn on the cob!!!!
And has a GREAT time at the kitchen table with Mama & Dada!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Summer is Here!
Watch for the "BOO!" at the very end...
Giggle box fun with Mama!
Her vocabulary and speech abilities are just exploding...
Giggle box fun with Mama!
Her vocabulary and speech abilities are just exploding...
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Happy Resurrection Day!
A strong reminder that it's not all sunshine and rainbows over here!
But there are too many moment like these to stay upset...
And the latest development: turning in circles!
But there are too many moment like these to stay upset...
And the latest development: turning in circles!
Monday, March 15, 2010
March Madness
Seven weeks to go with school and the crunch is on! Between now and the end of April I have 4 more OB/Peds exams, a comprehensive written exam and an oral comprehensive exam. On top of all that, I have started studying for my NCLEX nursing boards exam (the biggie to get my license!). So...busy and stressed are understatements.
One huge ray of light that brings a smile to my face (when she's not asserting her will - the latest toddler development - already knows "NO!"), is this girl.
I present the latest clips from the shining star known as Ayla...
One huge ray of light that brings a smile to my face (when she's not asserting her will - the latest toddler development - already knows "NO!"), is this girl.
I present the latest clips from the shining star known as Ayla...
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
East Coast Vids (Part II)
Sorry it's taken so long to get these up! I just started my final senior semester at nursing school! It's so exciting and of course super stressful and pretty darn busy. Leigh's also working on quite a number of things, including her new job! So, to say the least, we're cranking it out over here as the days get longer and the little girl gets bigger...
The following were taken during the 2nd half of our visit to the East Coast and my family in Georgia.
She's not just walking now, she's almost running:
And of course the apple of grandma's eyes:
And the funniest comedian in the room! (I still almost cry laughing when I watch this one)...
The following were taken during the 2nd half of our visit to the East Coast and my family in Georgia.
She's not just walking now, she's almost running:
And of course the apple of grandma's eyes:
And the funniest comedian in the room! (I still almost cry laughing when I watch this one)...
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
East Coast Holidays (Part 1)
On the East Coast for the holidays.
It's been an incredible year to say the least! Leigh and I hope to post an "End of Year" summary before the New Year arrives, but if nothing else you can just review all the posts here and galleries over on Picasa (http://picasaweb.google.com/aylajadesangster).
We came East for the holidays. The family left Portland last Wednesday, the 16th. A day after I finished up my University of Portland semester (hard to believe I'll be graduating in May!) and with a 50 mph tailwind made it in record time to Atlanta (just a little more than 4 hours). Ayla was a real chill champ and only in the last 30 minutes did she really start to get restless.
Staying only the night in Atlanta, we rented a car and drove up to North Carolina to spend the last couple nights of Hanukkah with Leigh's folks and her Great Aunt Sallie. It was really nice to start involving Ayla in her family's Jewish traditions. Leigh and I started the candle lighting in Portland and we were able to conclude the Festival of Lights with Lois leading the blessings.
In NC, Ayla was able to spend some great time with her 84 year old Great Great Aunt Sallie. This was such a special treat for the both of them, the meeting of the different generations. It was immediately apparent that they would be two peas in a pod. Ayla was comfortable and drawn to Sallie very early. They spent a lot of time together, with Sallie reading to her and talking to her a lot. To see such a generational melding (there's 3 generations difference between them), was a rare and special treat.
In NC, Ayla was finally old enough to be introduced to her Grandpa's (Pop-Pop) enourmous train passion. He has taken the basement of their house in Wintson-Salem and created quite the hobby train collection, with three running trains on the tracks. She was shown how to drive the trains, blow the horns and generally enjoyed watching them go round and round the tracks. I honestly think it was more a thrill for Grandpa than it was for Ayla though!
It snowed 6 inches while we were there in Winston too! Luckily it snowed the day after we arrived and melted soon enough to allow us to leave back to Atlanta on schedule. I'm not sure what my mom would have done if she got denied Ayla time two years in a row b/c of snow! Remember last year, the freak snow storm that Portland got before Christmas? Those 2 feet of snow that Portland got trapped us there until after Christmas and basically cut the East Coast visit last year in half. Not sure what it is about Ayla, snow and the East Coast. She brings the weather I guess.
We also got her first sledding in. It was super fun. Leigh's folks live on a street with about a dozen kids under 7 and sleds were out and readily available for use. I had forgotten how much fun sledding can be!
We are back in Atlanta now and we'll be here for a couple weeks. We'll celebrate X-mas with my folks and family. She is already quite frustratingly attracted to the tree with all its lights and shiny balls. Now that Ayla knows how to open presents, should be a lot of fun to watch her go to work. Apparently, she's getting all the loot this year!
It's really nice to know we won't have to pack or move again for awhile. No snow here, but lots of sun. Being used to Portland's cooler, wetter winter climate, I'm walking around with bare feet and short sleeves here in the balmy South! Aaaaah...Georgia winters.
We'll leave y'all with this little laugher...Ayla's 1st Dancing:
Merry Solstice, Happy X-mas, Blessed Hanakkah and Joyous New Year to all!
It's been an incredible year to say the least! Leigh and I hope to post an "End of Year" summary before the New Year arrives, but if nothing else you can just review all the posts here and galleries over on Picasa (http://picasaweb.google.com/aylajadesangster).
We came East for the holidays. The family left Portland last Wednesday, the 16th. A day after I finished up my University of Portland semester (hard to believe I'll be graduating in May!) and with a 50 mph tailwind made it in record time to Atlanta (just a little more than 4 hours). Ayla was a real chill champ and only in the last 30 minutes did she really start to get restless.
Staying only the night in Atlanta, we rented a car and drove up to North Carolina to spend the last couple nights of Hanukkah with Leigh's folks and her Great Aunt Sallie. It was really nice to start involving Ayla in her family's Jewish traditions. Leigh and I started the candle lighting in Portland and we were able to conclude the Festival of Lights with Lois leading the blessings.
In NC, Ayla was able to spend some great time with her 84 year old Great Great Aunt Sallie. This was such a special treat for the both of them, the meeting of the different generations. It was immediately apparent that they would be two peas in a pod. Ayla was comfortable and drawn to Sallie very early. They spent a lot of time together, with Sallie reading to her and talking to her a lot. To see such a generational melding (there's 3 generations difference between them), was a rare and special treat.
In NC, Ayla was finally old enough to be introduced to her Grandpa's (Pop-Pop) enourmous train passion. He has taken the basement of their house in Wintson-Salem and created quite the hobby train collection, with three running trains on the tracks. She was shown how to drive the trains, blow the horns and generally enjoyed watching them go round and round the tracks. I honestly think it was more a thrill for Grandpa than it was for Ayla though!
It snowed 6 inches while we were there in Winston too! Luckily it snowed the day after we arrived and melted soon enough to allow us to leave back to Atlanta on schedule. I'm not sure what my mom would have done if she got denied Ayla time two years in a row b/c of snow! Remember last year, the freak snow storm that Portland got before Christmas? Those 2 feet of snow that Portland got trapped us there until after Christmas and basically cut the East Coast visit last year in half. Not sure what it is about Ayla, snow and the East Coast. She brings the weather I guess.
We also got her first sledding in. It was super fun. Leigh's folks live on a street with about a dozen kids under 7 and sleds were out and readily available for use. I had forgotten how much fun sledding can be!
We are back in Atlanta now and we'll be here for a couple weeks. We'll celebrate X-mas with my folks and family. She is already quite frustratingly attracted to the tree with all its lights and shiny balls. Now that Ayla knows how to open presents, should be a lot of fun to watch her go to work. Apparently, she's getting all the loot this year!
It's really nice to know we won't have to pack or move again for awhile. No snow here, but lots of sun. Being used to Portland's cooler, wetter winter climate, I'm walking around with bare feet and short sleeves here in the balmy South! Aaaaah...Georgia winters.
We'll leave y'all with this little laugher...Ayla's 1st Dancing:
Merry Solstice, Happy X-mas, Blessed Hanakkah and Joyous New Year to all!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Walking (and more)!!!
I really wish we had more time to add commentary to the blog right now...but for now just the pure visual experience will have to tide you over.
The rumors are true...SHE'S WALKING!
She loves to play chase. This has become a wonderful afternoon ritual with Papa and her. At first, she was crawling around alot like this video. But now, she's full on trying to run away or towards me! Awesome.
Leigh was home with her the other day and caught her playing peek-a-boo behind the curtain. Precious!
And this is just random funny weirdness...
The rumors are true...SHE'S WALKING!
She loves to play chase. This has become a wonderful afternoon ritual with Papa and her. At first, she was crawling around alot like this video. But now, she's full on trying to run away or towards me! Awesome.
Leigh was home with her the other day and caught her playing peek-a-boo behind the curtain. Precious!
And this is just random funny weirdness...
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Happy First Birthday Ayla!
The moment arrived and it was most perfect!
And she continues to be awesome...
And she continues to be awesome...
Monday, October 26, 2009
Almost 1 Year Old!
Almost 1 and a few weeks away from walking...
...continues to charm us with her giggle and very clear communication...
...and yet, she is a unique individual that does things only she knows why!
...continues to charm us with her giggle and very clear communication...
...and yet, she is a unique individual that does things only she knows why!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Several New Videos....Lots Happenin'!
So much happening these days with the little one!
She is getting much more confident in her body...and making new synaptic connections everyday. Such as learning how to climb up & down stairs:
She is becoming quite the little gardener! (Though she's not good at letting things ripen...too impatient):
We have no idea what's she doing here, but at least she does!
We went apple picking today and almost immediately after this video was taken she said "apa"! She's brilliant!
And finally, it's only a matter of weeks now...we're so doomed.
She is getting much more confident in her body...and making new synaptic connections everyday. Such as learning how to climb up & down stairs:
She is becoming quite the little gardener! (Though she's not good at letting things ripen...too impatient):
We have no idea what's she doing here, but at least she does!
We went apple picking today and almost immediately after this video was taken she said "apa"! She's brilliant!
And finally, it's only a matter of weeks now...we're so doomed.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
It's been entirely too long!
Our deepest apologies for the entirely too long delay in getting more stuff posted on this blog! I guess our excuse is that our video camera had a little run in with an overly excited 9 month old girl and a kitchen tile floor. We had to send it off to be repaired and it's finally back. Wooohooo!
It seemed perfectly cruel and ironic that we lost our means to record motion just when Ayla started getting most mobile. Since July (which seems eons ago), she gotten proficient at crawling, started to pull herself up to standing, cruising along furniture and if we hold her hands she'll walk across the room!
She's also starting to cut her two top teeth, eat much more solid food and more often and talk talk talk!
Oh and she's gotten even cuter and more adorable!
Of course there's much more going on these days than these two short videos can capture. But for now it's what we got. Obviously, life continues to be extremely busy for us. I'm back in school (only got 7 months to go!) and Leigh is focusing on getting Ayla into some sort of part-time child care so she can concentrate on finishing her dissertation sometime this decade! Hopefully, they'll be more to come...somebody's got their 1st birthday coming up soon...
It seemed perfectly cruel and ironic that we lost our means to record motion just when Ayla started getting most mobile. Since July (which seems eons ago), she gotten proficient at crawling, started to pull herself up to standing, cruising along furniture and if we hold her hands she'll walk across the room!
She's also starting to cut her two top teeth, eat much more solid food and more often and talk talk talk!
Oh and she's gotten even cuter and more adorable!
Of course there's much more going on these days than these two short videos can capture. But for now it's what we got. Obviously, life continues to be extremely busy for us. I'm back in school (only got 7 months to go!) and Leigh is focusing on getting Ayla into some sort of part-time child care so she can concentrate on finishing her dissertation sometime this decade! Hopefully, they'll be more to come...somebody's got their 1st birthday coming up soon...
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