Cookie making with Grams

Grams had a mexican themed work party on Thursday, so she and Penny made Mexican Wedding Balls to bring for the bake off.  Penny and Grams won a prize for tastiest cookie, and I must agree, they were SCRUMPTIOUS!

Perogi making

Ever since learning how to make homemade perogi’s from my friend Dominika, I’ve been wanting to make them for my Grandma.  Penny, Grams and I made a batch to bring down for lunch and they were a hit!  My Grandma thought they were some of the best she’s had and we’re already planning our next visit down when 4 generations of polish ladies will make them all together!!

Resig Fun

Penny has gotten to hangout with William, Cara and Joel a bunch since we’ve been in town.  Luckily William’s daycare vacation coincided with our visit so we were able to spend a lot of time together.  They came down to Philly for the Sunday bbq, came up to West Hartford for a few days and we went and spent some time at their beach cottage as well!!  Can’t wait for next summer to get here!

Philly Fun-

Penny and I headed down to Philly last Friday to spend a long weekend with the Mac Donald’s.  Steve flew in on Saturday night  and Penny was so happy to see him.  We had an amazing time seeing everyone and playing with all the kids.  Thank you so much Jan and Al for such a great time.  We can’t wait to reciprocate your hospitality when you come down to Chile!!  Love you guys!!!  On a side not, I did not take many pictures so if anyone has any, please forward them on to me!!!!

Lucas and Lily

Penny has had so much fun playing with her friends Lucas and Lily. She was able to celebrate their 6th birthday with them and loves seeing them as much as possible. She also enjoyed getting to play with Auntie Jill and Auntie Rachel. Penny is so blessed to have so many friends!

Friendly’s-yes, that is a M&M pancake!

Fernridge Park-

I forget the name, but it’s an indoor fun place with video games, rides, duck pin bowling-

Ready, Set-

STRIKE!!!!!!

Christmas in August

One of my fondest memories when I was young was spending a special day with my mom when she would take the day off from work. My mom and I were excited to take Penny on a girls day out while we were home. We decided to go to the Yankee Candle flagship store and then to the outlets for some shopping. Penny was in heaven at Yankee Candle. The store is christmas themed and has an area with snow falling on the trees. Penny loved seeing everything- from the christmas villages, meeting Santa, christmas decorations, smelling the candles, watching the trains and playing in the snow. We had so much fun that we’re hoping to make it a yearly tradition!

Helping in the garden

Grams and Grandpa Tom are avid gardeners. Penny loves to help them in the garden, especially when she gets to enjoy eating the fruits of their labor! Yum, homegrown eggplant parm!!

Hanging out on Westland ave

Penny has had a great time playing with her grandparents. Some of her favorite things are swimming, blowing bubbles and going for walks. Her vocabulary is increasing daily and she is a non stop talker!

First Class baby!

I’m sorry we haven’t posted anything since we’ve been in the states, but get ready, here come a bunch of posts! Penny and I were lucky enough to get to fly first class and Penny loved it. She loved watching TV with the headphones and I loved being able to relax in style. Can’t wait to do it again!

Too cute!

I asked Penny to smile at the camera and check out the pose and smile she gave-

Too bad I didn’t get it in focus, but isn’t she the cutest!!