I haven't seen my friend (or Russian sister) Katya in maybe 4 years. But, we always pick up where we left off. She and Madeline....
...quickly bonded over sketches of puppies. We had dinner at Mama Mexico and were serenaded by a mariachi band. Madeline kept saying "too loud" and was very happy when they finished "La Cucaracha" and moved to another table. We love you, Katya! Come see us again!
Last weekend we had a classic NYC street fair in our neighborhood. Plenty of fresh cooked food, local artists on display and fun for the kids.
Should we be worried that Madeline loves shopping? She couldn't resist trying out the African drums which were just her size. The street fair....
...was a world of splendor to her. So many little things to look at.
So much jewelry to try on.
Luckily, she knows the best things in life are free. Like a waltz around the living room on daddy's feet.
What do you do when a black cat crosses your path?
Pick her up and kiss her, of course. She is "puuurrrrrfect". And I always thought I was more of a dog person.
She spent some time hangin' in the crib with Curious George. She sometimes would take off her kitty ears headband and wear it as a belt.
Then this pretty kitty found her way to the church and had a little party with lots of friends and treats. She loved trick or treating and especially loved the notion of lollipops.
Who doesn't love to snuggle up to a cute leprechaun?
And guess who tried to get in my cab at the Lincoln Center on the way home from the party.....INCONCEIVABLE!!
And lest we lose sight of our budding artist...here is a couple of smiley faces combined with some faux nail polish.
