it's my girls' world

 I know that someday, I will look back at this time in my life, and know that these were absolutely the best days- when my babies were young.  Weekends are extra special as my dear Darin is home and we get to spend time together as a family- sometimes we run errands, we often meet up with friends and family, we celebrate special events and other times we go out just 'cause. In any case, I love capturing these memories as I know we'll look back fondly on them someday.

Here are some shots from this weekend's activities.

Cassia and her BF- can't say BFF since she's only 4.

Coming back from some Mommy- Daughter time in Target and Starbucks

We dined al fresco as it's finally nice out

Our little ham- having some chicken cilantro pasta. This was after running through the sprinkler.

What a little lady!

Sulienne's first birthday! A lovely lunch with friends and family

My two dolls!

That smile!

Drumming away with her spoon and plate

Happy Birthday, Sweet Aunty Ammie.

Courtesy of big sister Cassia!

On Friday night, my favourite ladies and I got together for Andrea's birthday. We had tons of fun with great appies, seafood and wine. The vault opened that evening so some secrets came out  (Holy Batman!) making for a very entertaining night! That's all I can say.

The kids also had a blast with Cassia going to bed almost at one on the way home. I believe this was a record for her. Anjali loved all the attention but poor thing fell off the bed- even though we had surrounded her with pillows and ever so often someone would check on her :-(

Love these girls-- we need to do this more often! There is nothing like the friendship, honesty and laughter that comes out of a great girls night.

Luv!

With my cutie

Mmmmm..... Thanks Jo!

Just chilling

Happy Birthday Andrea- the cheesecake I made turned out great by the way!

I really don't like this pic of myself but everyone else looks great

I really like this pic of myself so I'll end on that note.

Happy Friday! Here's what's been going on with us.

1. Darin was at conference for two days this week. As we went last week, I didn't want to haul everyone  to Toronto once more. Everything has been great although we always miss Dad when he is not around. 
2. Girls' night tonight! Can't wait. 
3. The weather is SO wonderful. Time for parks, smoothies and long runs!
4. Anjali is on the verge of crawling. Spending lots of time on her tummy but then she gets fed uo and rolls to where she wants to go. 
5. Planning for our Malaysia trip is working out quite well- all the hotels/short term residences are booked, a total of 4 for the two months as we are making about 3 short trips. Also have begun making lists and doing tons of research on travelling, KL, Singapore. SO excited. 
6. Before we go to Malaysia, we have to make a trip to NY for my brother's engagement! This time we are driving as we want to prepare them for long haul travel. 
7. I made a cheesecake from scratch for tonight as my friend Andrea wanted one for her birthday. Although it cracked, it looks so good. I'll make a fresh strawberry sauce to go with it tonight. 
8. Yes, still have to post more T&C photos. Was trying to the other night but didn't get through. 
9. Cassia still says she misses Uncle Puran.
10. Busy weekend ahead with girls' night, guys' night, Cassia's party, family time and a 1st birthday on Sunday! Now that its warming up and because we're leaving soon, these next few weekends will be hectic.