Michele's 1st Blog!

2009-07-12T22:16:00.005-04:00

Hello all, what a busy summer I've had so far. I finished my first year of school, which concluded with an art show where I got to display all my paintings and sculptures. I'm actually still going to my school for summer camp, which is a lot like school but I get to play outside and play in the water a lot more. Still can't swim yet, but I'm getting lessons so I'll be learning this summer, which should make Mommy & Daddy feel much better. Oh yeah, I'm also doing ballet -- I told you I was busy!

For Memorial Day, I went with my family to Virginia for a wedding and had a great time being outside in the beautiful weather. I've been taking weekend trips to Southampton a lot too to get a break from the city. But maybe my favorite trip so far was my visit to Sesame Place! Mommy & Daddy took me and I had so much fun -- I played in the water, went on some rides, and the best part was meeting Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Zoe, Grover, and Cookie Monster! Needless to say, I've been asking to go back every day since.

Did I mention that I've graduated from a crib to a big girl bed? OK, it's actually the same crib with a piece removed, but still, I can get in and out all by myself.

Here's a video of me meeting Elmo at Sesame Place:

I also got to meet Super Grover...

...and Zoe...

...and played in the water.

Proud to be in a big girl bed!

My first ballet lesson -- I'm just warming up.

2009-05-12T22:16:00.001-04:00

Hi everybody! I've had an active past few months as usual filled with trips, shows, and school. Mommy, Daddy, and I visited our friends Dan & Debbie in Arizona where it was nice and warm. I got to play outside a lot and go for nice long walks. We also went to the farm at Stone Barns, where I got to see lots of animals. I've also gotten to go to lots of shows that I keep talking about all the time -- Elmo Live, Dora the Explorer, and Tom Chapin to name a few. I keep asking Mommy & Daddy to bring me back to see the shows again but they've all apparently left town already.

School is going great, I really enjoy it. I'm learning about butterflies, and I had my first art show where my class got to display all of our paintings and sculptures that we've been working so hard on.

I'll be taking another trip soon to Virginia to go to a wedding so that should be fun -- I'll make sure to post some more pictures when I get back.

Here's Daddy, Debbie, Dan, and I on Pinnacle Peak in Arizona:

Arizona has red rocks -- cool!

I'm all ready for the Elmo show!

My cousin Ellie came for a sleepover one night and we had lots of fun.

Here's Daddy, me, and lots of chickens.

2009-02-09T23:25:00.000-05:00

Did I mention that Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Philadelphia after Christmas for a few days? I got to go to the Please Touch Museum and The Academy of Natural Sciences and had lots of fun. When we got back, we had a little get-together with our friends in our building for New Year's Eve, which included a screening of my new favorite movie, "The Snowman."

Nope, I'm not sick of my Elmo Live yet!

On the carousel with Mommy in Philadelphia.

I'm confused...

I'm lost in the supermarket at the Please Touch Museum, but at least I found crackers.

Lia, Sydney, and I are deeply engaged in "The Snowman" at the moment...

2009-02-04T22:28:00.004-05:00

Another long delay, sorry about that but I'm a busy little girl! Thanksgiving in Antigua was fun even though the mosquitoes ate me up. I saw lots of family around Christmas time and got some great presents, including a talking Elmo! I also got my first haircut, which didn't go so well because I screamed the whole time.

School is going great, I've been learning about dinosaurs, dancing, and making my own Play-Doh. I've had my ABC's down for a while and I'm working on counting too -- I can count in English and French! Another big development is that I'm learning to go "pee-pee on the potty" like a big girl. It's a work in progress but I'm always proud of myself when I do it.

I have a lot of pictures to share so I'll only post a few now and more very soon.

On the beach with Mommy!

I love warm weather so I can show off my beachwear.

Enjoying the holidays with Mommy & Daddy.

I understand Christmas better this time -- gimme my gifts!

Elmo Live!! OMG!!

2008-11-23T19:24:00.002-05:00

Wow, sorry for taking so long to update my blog! Needless to say, it's been a pretty busy time of year loaded with school, playdates, birthday parties, and Halloween. School is going well, I'm pretty much used to saying goodbye to Mommy or Daddy when they drop me off. It helps that I've got great teachers and classmates for new friends.

Halloween was so much better this year than last year, now that I really understand the trick-or-treating thing. This year, I dressed up as a ladybug and trick-or-treated all over my building. I just wish that I could say "Trick or Treat" any time of year to get the free candy!

I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving. I'm spending my with family in Antigua -- I'm there right now on the beach! Don't worry, I'll post pictures when I get back.

Here I am in my ladybug Halloween outfit with Grandma Peck.

And here's my alternate Halloween costume -- do you like my ballerina pose?

My friend Matteo had a ball pit at his birthday party -- fun!

Having a drink with my friend Lia -- cheers!

Hanging with Sydney. Aren't we cute?

2008-09-20T19:44:00.002-04:00

It's been an eventful end to the summer for me. After a small birthday party with my family, I had a bigger party for all of my friends. I loved the Elmo theme so much the first time, I had to do it again. Thanks again to everyone for coming and for the great presents!

More importantly, of course, I had my first day of school last week! I'm officially a pre-school student at Columbus Pre-School a few blocks away. I only go twice a week for a few hours, but that still counts. My teacher Gena is very nice and I'm getting to know my classmates. I know the school pretty well because I've been taking gym classes there for the summer, so I'm a pro. Check out this video and you'll see what I'm talking about:

My birthday cakes look too nice to eat...well, almost.

On the see-saw with my friend Lia.

On my way to my first day of school!

I hope school is always this fun!

Playing (I mean learning) at school.

2008-08-18T21:29:00.003-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! Can you believe that it's been 2 whole years since I was born? I started at 3 lbs 5 oz, only 16.75 inches tall. Now I'm 24 lbs, 32 inches tall, and still growing. I had a little backyard gathering with Mommy's side of the family to celebrate, and I'll have a party with my friends in a couple of weeks too -- I love parties! Thanks to everyone for the gifts, cards, and birthday wishes!

Can you guess what my party theme is?

Me + Cousin Jessie + Radio Flyer + Elmo balloon = Fun!

Les bulles! (Bubbles!)

That's my Elmo cake -- don't even think about it, Lola.

OK, Mommy & Daddy, enough pictures, I want to eat my cake!

2008-08-06T22:34:00.004-04:00

Well hello again! It's August, so you know what's coming up, right? Soon, I'll have my birthday -- the sequel! In the meantime, I'm just enjoying my summer like everyone else. I actually went to a birthday party for my cousin Jesse last month. There was an inflatable castle for jumping, lots of food, and (my personal favorite) a big Elmo too.

New words keep coming out of my mouth, I can't stop them. They're getting longer too -- I even know some 4-syllable words like "helicopter." I'm also loving my gymnastics class, where I practice my "tuck and roll", "pike", and "straddle." My other new hobby is going to the local outdoor markets, where I love to look at and sample food like fruit and bread. Did I mention that I like to pick out my own clothes too?

Pondering...

Doudou and Dora!

This is not an illusion -- our heads actually look the same size!

Heading out for a stroll on my tricycle...

A lovely day for a bike ride.

2008-07-07T15:35:00.004-04:00

Happy July everyone! It's a busy holiday time for me -- first there's Independence Day on July 4th, and then Bastille Day on July 14th. Enjoying your summer? I'm spending lots of time outside doing things like "running", "jumping", and going on the "swings," not to mention that I like doing some things "tout seul" or by my-"self." I'm a real quick learner so I know lots of words that you can almost have a regular conversation with me now if you can believe that.

Poppa took some pictures of me, Mommy, and Daddy, hope you like them.

Also, here's another video of me and Mommy as we put on our "maquillage" (makeup):

2008-06-11T19:23:00.004-04:00

Hot fun in the summertime! Now that it's not cold anymore, I get to do much more fun stuff outside. The local playgrounds are my favorite haunts, but I'm trying out the occasional zoo. I can deal with the smaller animals, but some of the bigger ones look better in books than they do in person.

I "graduated" from my gym class by giving a performance with my classmates. I even got a certificate for my effort! My soon-to-be new school has a gym in it so that's where I'm taking my classes now -- I'm going to love school!

Walking on the lilypads at the zoo with Mommy.

My friend Lia and I -- so happy together!

I swear I don't know how those marker drawings got on the walls...

Part of my big performance in gym class!

No animals or small children were hurt during this somersault.

2008-05-08T21:37:00.002-04:00

Bonjour tout le monde! As you can see, I just can't stop learning words in French and English. Every morning, I say hello to the cars, buses, trucks, and even the bicycles. Some of my hobbies of the moment are collecting "cailloux" (rocks), drawing with "markers" and "craie" (chalk), and blowing "bubbles." I can even put together the occasional (short) sentence, like "Dada eats pizza" and "I see you."

I've been loving the warmer weather, spending plenty of time outside at playgrounds and parks. I'm much better at climbing around and going down slides all by myself too.

Crayons make me happy.

Isn't this how everyone sleeps?

Having fun with Grandma Peck.

"Ball!"

Dada can be so silly.

2008-04-09T11:23:00.004-04:00

Sorry if it's been a little while, I've been busy enjoying my spring! I'm learning words aplenty in English and French (I won't bore you with a list), and I'm also learning about animal sounds. I've been working hard on my manners too -- I don't really throw food off the table anymore, I try to say "please" and "thank you," and I even give Mommy and Daddy a hug and kiss hello and goodbye.

Check out my little video of Mommy getting me ready to go for a walk. Daddy likes to point the screen to me so I can see what he's filming.

2008-03-04T21:12:00.001-05:00

Here are some more pictures from my family vacation to Puerto Rico.

The paparazzi won't recognize me in my sunglasses, will they?

Aren't we cute?

Here's me and Daddy at a neat old fire station in Ponce.

A warm, shallow ocean -- perfect for me!

A warm, shallow pool -- perfect for me too!

2008-03-04T21:03:00.000-05:00

Hey everyone, I'm back from my family trip to Puerto Rico! We had such a great time in the warm weather -- when can I go back? I went wading in the ocean, swam in the pools, and ate lots of yummy tropical fruits. I also learned a few new words like "bateau" (boat in French), "l'eau" (water), and "pool."

I'm also learning the names and locations of the parts of my body (toes, feet, hands, fingers, head, belly button...) -- how can there be so many to learn when I'm still so small?

Mommy and I on the beach at sunset.

Why are you playing with my beach toys?

Did I mention it was sunny and warm?

Hey Daddy, I'm lighter in the water.

This life jacket is embarrassing to us both.

2008-02-14T20:21:00.001-05:00

Happy Valentine's Day! Hope everyone had a fun day. I played in class and with some friends, and Grandpa Meyer sent me a big tin of food and candy. I'm not sure how much of it I'll get to eat, but I love the tin!

Here's some good news: I finally got rid of a nasty ear infection that I've had for a while, and I'm working on some new words too. I like to say "up" (as in "pick me up"), "cracker" (I like snacks), and "ka ka" (look it up).

Like my sweatshirt? I wore it for the occasion.

The candy is nice, but check out this big tin, I can almost fit inside!

Don't worry, it's not a very long slide.

Soon I will be Queen of the Jungle...Gym.

My hair is getting longer so I like to try out new styles. Like the pigtails?

2008-01-27T20:47:00.000-05:00

Brrr, it's cold outside! I don't mind styling my sweaters and coats and hats and gloves, but every day? I'm ready for some warm weather. Luckily, I'm going on a vacation with Mommy and Daddy next month, so I'll get a break from the cold.

Good news everyone: I got accepted! My first school acceptance, how exciting! Starting next September, I'll be a pre-schooler at Columbus Pre-School just a few blocks away. It's only twice a week so I can ease into this school thing since I have a feeling that I'll be in school for a while now...

It may be cold but I still enjoy the playground.

I love my vacuum toy, but I do wonder why Mommy & Daddy get so excited when I play with it...

Like my sweater? It was hand-knit especially for me by my friend Debbie.

Yes, I'm wearing a beret and I'm part French -- get over it.

Out and about with my friend Alec.

2008-01-09T21:38:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year everybody! The holidays treated me well, I got lots of great new toys and cute clothes. No post-holiday malaise for me, I'm picking up speed with my walking and I'm back in my music and swimming classes. I'm also working on some new words like "dou-dou" and "ba-ba" (that's "Poppa" or "Papi" for the baby illiterate).

Here I am wearing a sweater that Mommy wore when she was my age. It was knit for her by her grandma!

Merry Christmas!

I got a new horse that I can share with my cousin Jesse.

New toys, yay!

I have my own beret or two, but don't I look cute in Mommy's?

2007-12-23T21:21:00.000-05:00

OK, now that the walking thing is out of the way, it's time to move on to more important things -- the holiday season! There are lots of friends and family to see between Thanksgiving, Chanukah, and Christmas, and Mommy and Daddy keep me plenty busy.

There's always time for the swings with Grandma Peck.

Did I mention that I've been taking swimming lessons with Daddy?

No holiday celebration is equipped without plenty of food -- thanks for the fruit, Grandma Schrager!

All this activity is making me tired. Where are the car keys? I'm outta here!

Look how tired I am, and it's not even officially Christmas yet!

2007-12-07T16:14:00.000-05:00

Look what I can do now!

2007-11-26T20:28:00.000-05:00

It's been another busy week in the life and times of Michele. I went to my friend Matteo's 1st birthday party, saw the Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons get inflated (I get it now), watched some of the parade on TV (Dora!!), and saw lots of family for Thanksgiving and over the weekend. All the while I'm starting to learn how to walk too. As long as someone gives me a hand -- or just a finger will do -- then I can walk around plenty. I'll take the occasional step on my own, but I'm still working on my balance.

Party time with Matteo and his toys.

Taking a ride with Mommy is -- whoa, balloons...so many balloons...

One balloon? There's balloons everywhere, and I only get to keep one lousy balloon?

Future "Supermarket Sweep" contestant.

Happy Thanksgiving, Cousin Jesse!

2007-11-14T21:13:00.000-05:00

Wow, that Halloween thing was so much fun, do I get to do that every year? After all the candy and animal costumes, I hear that there's another fun holiday coming up -- Thanksgiving. Rumor has it that there's even more eating and even bigger animals this time, including a big parade. Mommy and Daddy said they're going to take me to see the animals get blown up, which sounds like animal cruelty to me but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt.

Big news: I have a new cousin! His name is James. I should get to meet him soon, I'm sure he's pretty tired.

I get a little carried away when it comes to Cheerios.

Facing forward in the car is so much better. Now I can play with whoever is driving! Maybe that's not such a good idea...

I don't usually fall asleep in my stroller, but this is what happens when I miss a nap.

Welcome to the world, James!

2007-11-04T21:14:00.000-05:00

Happy Belated Halloween! I know it's a little late but I thought I'd share some pictures of me in my Halloween costume -- I was dressed as a little bear. New York City is a great place for kids and Halloween.

I got some pre-Halloween trick-or-treating done at Grand Central Terminal, where I also gazed at the big ceiling. Then on Halloween, I showed off my costume to some family and then went to one of my favorite local parks, Hippo Park, for a Halloween parade. There were lots of other kids in costumes and men in skirts playing some funny instrument called bagpipes. I only got a taste or two of the candy, but when I get to walk around next year I'm sure that I'll get more.

Here's me & Mommy with Shella & Alec at Grand Central.

The happiest, cutest bear you'll ever see.

At Hippo Park, obviously.

For a stroll in Central Park with Mommy, Lola, and dou-dou.

Trick-or-treating with Matteo the Angel.

2007-10-26T16:38:00.000-04:00

Fall is upon us, so you know what that means -- Halloween! I've already got my costume picked out, but what's Halloween without pumpkins? My neighbor Lia had her 2nd birthday party at a farm so I got to go pumpkin-picking. I can't really carry the pumpkins, so I literally just picked them by pointing. Mommy and Daddy had to bring them home with us.

Anyway, here's some pictures and a separate little video:

Going for a hayride with Mommy.

Can we bring these two pumpkins home?

Wait, maybe this big one instead?

No wait -- Ça?

And with assistance from my lion friend, I'm getting close to walking:

2007-10-10T20:59:00.000-04:00

I don't know what it is about this time of year, there are so many birthdays! There's me, my Daddy, two Grandmas, a Grandpa, Uncle, and more. But there's nothing I like better than a good old-fashioned 1st birthday party. Lots of my little friends are turning one just like me -- Chiara, Mikey, and soon Matteo, not to mention my neighbor Lia's 2nd birthday.

I'm still working on the standing and cruising thing, and I can point to where ears are -- how many more body parts are there? So many to remember...

The 1-Year-Old Posse -- don't mess with us.

Here's me at Mikey's birthday party.

"Ça?"

Everybody's got something to hide except me and my monkey.

My must-have accessory? My dou-dou.

2007-09-27T20:37:00.000-04:00

There are so many things to learn, I'm just trying to keep up! Just recently, I've learned to go down the stairs backwards and I can point to where our noses are. I'm also working on swimming because I've started taking swimming classes with Daddy. Of course, Daddy does most of the work but it's still pretty fun.

I've got some work to do on my cooking skills.

Here's a couple of photos from my friend Chiara's birthday party.

How do I look with my hair up?

8 teeth and counting!

2007-09-09T21:07:00.000-04:00

I hope that everyone had a great summer, I know that I did! I celebrated my first birthday, learned to crawl and stand, and started talking. My new favorite thing to do is to point at things --anything -- and say, "That!" I just point and people tell me what I'm pointing to, but I can never remember so I usually end up pointing to it again later. What can I say, I'm curious.

Can you believe that I'm already looking at pre-schools to go to next year? That's New York City for you.

Here's me with Grandma & Grandpa Peck and my Daddy.

More quality time with my grandparents.

Playing with a new toy, looking curious...

Grandma Schrager came to visit and we played on the swings.

Practice for Halloween -- how freaking cute am I?

2007-08-27T11:59:00.000-04:00

Well, summer is winding down now. Does this mean that my birthday will forever signify that summer is almost over? Anyway, I haven't been feeling so great recently -- a post-cake hangover perhaps -- but I wanted to share some more video footage from my party.

Here's some video of people singing "Happy Birthday" and me eating some of my yummy cake!

2007-08-19T19:19:00.000-04:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! Can you believe that I'm a whole year old now? It's been such an eventful year -- is it always like this? Anyway, for my birthday yesterday, Mommy and Daddy had a party for me in Central Park with lots of family and friends. It was so much fun seeing all the people I know, playing around, and eating birthday cake, though I have to admit it was also a little overwhelming for me. Thanks to all my family and friends for joining me and for all the great gifts!

Of course, Mommy and Daddy wanted to mark the occasion by visiting the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (or NICU if you want to be fancy) at the hospital where I was born. I had a very rough beginning to my life and the nurses and doctors at the Lenox Hill Hospital NICU took such great care of me, so we stopped in for a visit to say hi and thanks and show them how big and healthy I am now.

Here's how Mommy & Daddy started my big day -- please excuse my bedhead!

Here's my yummy birthday cake.

There's me with Mommy, Eva, and Grandma & Grandpa Peck.

I was passed around like a hot potato. Here I am with Grandma Schrager.

My first taste of cake, definitely not my last.

Thank you Lenox Hill Hospital for 4 weeks of great care!

2007-08-13T21:36:00.000-04:00

I can get used to this summer thing -- lots of fun in the sun. When I'm not playing outside, I'm perfecting my crawling inside and working on my vocabulary. Some of my favorite words are Momma, Dadda, this, that, ça ("that" in French, of course), and dog.

I also had my first photo session with my Grandpa Meyer. Here's a link to the photos, isn't he a great photographer?

Here's another video of me in action going after those elusive shoelaces. I've already gotten even better since!

See? I can go up the stairs of our living room.

Just practicing for my big day later this week...

Playing with Flora during a visit with Grandma Schrager.

I've seen all these forks and knives, but I like my good old hands!

2007-07-29T22:06:00.000-04:00

What a fun summer I've been having! I make Mommy and Daddy chase me as I crawl around (I can't outrun them yet) but I don't want to make them too tired that they won't be able to bring me to all these fun places. Mommy thinks I'm a toddler now because I like to "speak" my mind but I'm just a girl with an opinion and I want it to be heard, loudly if possible.

I never get tired of the swings.

Once I learned to crawl, I figured out that I didn't need to sit still all the time, even during my diaper changes!

Checking out all the fish at the aquarium.

Playing with Grandpa's mustache -- facial hair interests me, I don't know why.

It's not summer without a trip to the beach to eat the sand.

2007-07-11T21:42:00.000-04:00

My busy summer continues as I master the art of the crawl, try the standing thing, and the teeth keep coming (I'm up to six now). I've been seeing lots of family and friends and doing lots of fun activities like this:

Lunch with Grandma...

Being mischievous at my music class...

Playing with my friend, Mikey...

Getting to know my Aunt Hope...

...and just being me!

2007-06-24T21:38:00.001-04:00

I hope everyone had a good weekend and is enjoying their summers so far. Guess what I did this weekend? I learned to crawl! That's right, I finally put it together and I can get on all fours and cruise. Hello, mobility -- coming soon to a floor near you!

Here's a little video my Daddy took of me going after his shoelaces. I should mention that I've already improved:

2007-06-18T19:38:00.000-04:00

Today is another minor milestone for me -- my 10-month birthday! How else to celebrate than to visit the doctor? Don't worry, it was just a checkup and I'm doing just great! I've even grown another inch.

I can't forget to mention that yesterday was Father's Day. We spent the day with Daddy's family, including my Daddy, his Daddy, and my cousins' Daddy. By the way, my cousin Ethan is really silly, he makes me laugh.

Still working on that crawling thing.

I have my own little tent to keep away the bugs (and my cousins sometimes too).

Having fun with Grandpa -- I like his beard.

I think something is wrong with my mirror...

Playing with Daddy -- Happy 1st Fathers' Day!

2007-06-16T19:18:00.000-04:00

Hey everyone, I know it's been a little while but I've just been enjoying my summer like everyone else. My teeth have been slowly coming in, I'm trying lots of new foods, and I'm still working on crawling (I go backwards) and talking (ba-ba-ba-ba).

Look at my choppers!

Having fun with Grandma.

Mommy and I -- aren't we sweet?

I call this my war face. Aaahhh!

And here's one of my many cute faces.

2007-05-29T22:09:00.000-04:00

Hello everybody, how was your long weekend? I spent my first Memorial Day weekend on Long Island with my family. Apparently, a lot of people drive out to the Hamptons to spend their summer weekends there, and now I know why -- I got to play outside, go for walks on the beach, and I even got to go swimming for the first time!

Here's Daddy and I going for a nice walk.

Mommy's got me all ready for my first swim!

I have to get used to the water first...

...and then here I go!

And then a little post-swim relaxing in the sun.

2007-05-29T22:08:00.000-04:00

I didn't have room for these pictures in my last post, so here you go. It's me playing poolside with my cousin Jesse!

Sharing is good.

Jesse is pretty cute, but we know who the real cutie is...

I was only kidding, Jesse!

2007-05-21T21:28:00.000-04:00

It's been a rough week for me. I came down with pneumonia and an ear infection, but I'm a tough girl so I'll be fine. I'm already feeling so much better! In fact, I've been well enough to just about perfect sitting up on my own, and I think that I may try this crawling thing soon.

Once I started feeling better, I got to hang out with my friends again.

Hang on, Matteo, I'm on an important call!

Here, it's for you!

Back in the swing of things with Mikey.

Me + a spoon + a pot = noise!

Reading with Mommy.

2007-05-14T23:01:00.000-04:00

Yesterday was a day they call Mother's Day. I don't get it, isn't every day Mother's Day? Anyway, I saw a lot of mommies yesterday -- my mommy, my daddy's mommy, her mommy, and my aunt who's also a mommy.

I'm also going to a fun music class with my mommy's mommy now. Wow, this is getting confusing.

Here we are:

A new friend at music class.

Happy Mother's Day!

Fun with my cousins Ethan and Ellie.

2007-05-08T21:48:00.000-04:00

I've been a busy bee! I'm eating 3 solid meals a day, I'm over 17 pounds now, I'm going to creative play classes with Mommy, I have teeth coming in, and I even got to visit Mommy and Daddy at their jobs. I can sit up a little bit but I'm still working on my balance.

Here's something that I realized: I've now spent more time on the "outside" than I have "inside." Cool.

Yay!

My jungle gym is still lots of fun.

Among my new favorite foods: Cheerios and Goldfish.

Lazy Sunday

On the job with Mommy

2007-04-28T22:34:00.000-04:00

Just a little more catching up to do. Did I tell you about my first Easter/Passover? I went to my Great-Aunt Robin's for brunch with family. I got my first Easter basket but I missed the Easter Egg Hunt, but I'll be ready for the next one.

I also went to visit my Aunt Hope and cousins Ellie and Ethan -- they let me play on their swing set!

By the way, did I mention that there something's growing at the bottom of my mouth? I wonder what it is...

Here's me in a staring contest with my cousin Ellie.

Daddy!

Mommy!

And here's me taking in the sun on the swing.

2007-04-24T22:22:00.000-04:00

I have some catching up to do -- did I tell you about my trip to the American Museum of Natural History? What a big place, so many things to see! We have a family membership so I'm looking forward to many more trips.

I'm ready to go!

Here's Mommy showing me the sea animals.

Uh, Daddy, you forgot someone...

And now time to relax...

2007-04-15T19:41:00.000-04:00

Sorry I've been dormant for so long. I'm all settled into my new home, enjoying the change in scenery. Mommy takes me now to a creative play class in our neighborhood and I just love it! I went to the doctor for a quick checkup and some shots last week -- I'm 16 lbs. now.

I promise I'll write more when Daddy gets his camera back to take more pictures. Until then, back to sleep...

2007-04-02T11:06:00.000-04:00

Wow, what a busy weekend -- Mommy, Daddy, and I moved into our new home! Well, they did most of the work, I was just wheeled in when they were done. While they were busy unpacking, I got to play in my new room. It took a little getting used to but I'm starting to like it.

Here's little me in my big new room. Watch out, room, I'll be getting bigger.

This is what I usually see in my room -- pretty clouds on the ceiling and a fan that I just can't keep my eyes off!

More new stuff -- a high chair for eating!

I almost forgot, yesterday was Opening Day for my favorite baseball team, the New York Mets. They won their first game, so I hope I'm their good luck charm this year -- Let's Go Mets!

2007-03-30T21:56:00.000-04:00

It's been a busy week. Well, not for me, more for Mommy & Daddy. We're getting ready to move to a new home and they've been working very hard to get it ready for us. I heard my new room is much bigger and has clouds on the ceiling and a fan too -- I love fans!

In the meantime, I kept myself busy making faces and grabbing my feet:

Like my hat?

2007-03-19T21:20:00.000-04:00

I'm a little under the weather with a stomach bug, but I'm keeping in my usual good spirits and I should be OK in a few days.

In the meantime, here's some pictures from last weekend when I visited some family including my Great-Grandma.

2007-03-15T22:09:00.000-04:00

Here's a little fashion show for everyone:

Here is me in my everyday wear. To me, it says casual, accessible...

When winter rears its head and it's cold outside, I stay warm and snuggly in this dual-zipper ensemble...

And for something a little more formal, this yellow dress is classy but not too stuffy. I didn't want to take it off. Literally -- I grabbed it and whined.

And the stylist behind my fashion choices? Mommy!

2007-03-09T23:29:00.000-05:00

I love these new solid foods that I keep trying, so many new tastes!

You seemed to like my last video, so here's another one of me eating, laughing, and playing with utensils.

2007-03-05T22:05:00.000-05:00

Today was checkup day with my doctor. I'm now tipping the scales at 14 lbs. 10 oz., and I'm 25 1/4 inches long. I'm doing so well that I can start eating even more new foods like avocado and mushy cereals. I'll even have my own sippy cup soon!

No photos today, but here's something better: my first web video so you can see me in action! If you like it, I'll try to get another online soon.

2007-03-01T22:49:00.000-05:00

Hello all, not much new to report, but I thought you might have missed me. I've had a nice week of rolling around, pulling my socks off, and putting anything and everything that I find into my mouth.

Here's some pictures of me with Mommy, Grandma, and Daddy, and a few more just because they're cute.

2007-02-18T17:18:00.000-05:00

Happy Birthday to...me! OK, it's only a half-birthday, but 6 months is a big deal for babies like me. I spent my pseudo-special day hanging out and playing with Mommy and Daddy. As you can see, I like pretending to fly.

By the way, have I mentioned how much I love food? Formula is OK but I'm loving these new flavors: peaches, apples, apricots, sweet potatoes -- yummy!

2007-02-14T15:33:00.000-05:00

Happy Valentine's Day! My V-Day wasn't all too different that usual -- I wore pink and got lots of kisses. I did get some nice Valentine's Day cards so that was nice.

This past weekend was all about Grandmas. I spent time with BOTH of my Grandmas and then they had their own award show that night, the Grammys. I wore my Grandma bib for the occasion.

Here's some pictures of me getting my solid food of the day with mommy and Grandma. I like to hold the spoon.

2007-02-08T15:18:00.000-05:00

I just had another checkup at the doctor -- I'm now 13 lbs. 5 oz. and 23.75 inches long! I'm not much heavier than last time, but how many girls do you know are in a rush to gain weight? The other big news is I'm going to try some solid foods! Nothing too exciting yet, just mashed orange things.

Here's me eating my first non-formula meal -- mashed sweet potatoes!

And now for some post-meal lounging on my own personal rocking chair. You can't see it but it has my name on it.

2007-02-01T11:14:00.000-05:00

Hello world! I've had a busy week visiting friends and family, not to mention I'm close to trying out some solid foods. It's about time, I've been eating the same thing every day about 5-6 times a day for the past 5 months straight! I need some variety!

Don't I look stylish?

There's Daddy feeding me but I'm more interested in Mark since we have similar hairdressers.

Mommy and Daddy bought this outfit last summer, I finally fit into it.

And check it out, my own little seat!

2007-01-23T12:18:00.000-05:00

Last week was my 5-month birthday, so the big 0.5 is just around the corner. I'm still working on rolling over, haven't quite mastered it yet, though I have mastered the art of eating my own hand.

Here's some more pictures of me and my cousin Jesse

Brrr, it's been so cold!

Bath time after a long day.

2007-01-11T16:52:00.000-05:00

I had a checkup at the doctor yesterday and I'm still doing well. I'm tipping the scales at 12 lbs. 13 oz., and I'm 23 inches long. I still have some catching up to do but everything's looking great!

I've been pretty chatty recently too. Mommy and Daddy have been speaking to me and I'm doing my best to answer but I don't think they can understand me. Give me time, I'm working on it.

Here's some more photos from our family vacation in Florida.

That's me with Grandma and Grandpa.

There's my cousin Jesse rolling around and playing with me. He's so silly.

Pretty Florida sunset view from our room.

2007-01-11T16:44:00.000-05:00

I'm back, did you miss me? Florida was super nice and warm. My first time on an airplane went great, I was a perfect passenger. I got to wear some summer clothes and sunblock all the time so my precious skin wouldn't burn.

Here's me getting greased up.

The ocean breeze makes me sleepy.

Mommy, Daddy, and me on the beach. Like I said, the ocean breeze makes me sleepy, but don't I look so stylish in my cute hat and sunglasses? I was the hit of the beach!

2007-01-10T13:40:00.000-05:00

At last, some photos from my big New Year's Eve party!

There's me with my parents' friend Joe and his baby Michael.

The morning after, I played with my talking duck!

2007-01-01T12:45:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year! The year I was born was done -- I'm getting old already! I had a rough beginning but now I'm healthy and happy, trying to talk to Mommy and Daddy, rolling over every once in a while, and smiling at everything. 2007 should be an eventful year too, I'll try to keep you updated.

Mommy, Daddy, and I are taking a family vacation in Florida starting tomorrow -- my first vacation and first airplane ride! I'll check in next week with New Year's and vacation pictures. Here's a pair of photos for you in the meantime:

2006-12-25T22:55:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas! Today, I got to see my Daddy's Daddy's side of the family -- I hope that makes sense, it's still a little confusing to me. Anyway, I met Santa Claus! I sat on his lap and he gave me presents too!

Here's Mommy and Daddy playing with cousin Carrie and Earl's doggie Ammo

More attention and more gifts...what a day -- I love the holidays!

2006-12-24T22:07:00.000-05:00

Last week was my first Chanukah, so this week it's time for my first Christmas! Tonight was the traditional Christmas Eve dinner with my Mommy's side of the family. I got lots of attention and presents -- take a look...

Here's me with Grandma and my cousin Jesse

And there's Jesse's mommy Alison

Look at Jesse and I playing on the playmat

Hey, it's Mommy, Daddy, and me!

Storytime for Jesse and I

2006-12-18T15:46:00.000-05:00

Happy Holidays everyone! I just celebrated my 1st Chanukah (check out my bib) and got lots of new clothes and toys.

By the way, please don't be shy and leave some comments for me, I promise that Mommy and Daddy will read them to me.

Wow, the holidays are exhausting...

Look, it's Super-Half-Naked Cousin Ethan!

2006-12-14T15:34:00.000-05:00

I've been so tired recently, sometimes I sleep from 7pm to 4am these days! I think Mommy and Daddy are happy about that.

Anyway, here's some new pictures:

One with my Aunt Hope:

Here's me with family friend Alida:

And look, I'm grabbing the monkey from my jungle gym! I'm so strong!

2006-12-06T15:52:00.000-05:00

Weight update: I'm now 10 1/2 pounds! I guess that means my days of single-digit weight are over. I'm also 22 inches long now.

Mommy and Daddy took some photos of me for a holiday card, here's some of the outtakes:

Don't I look cute in this dress?

2006-11-23T23:30:00.000-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving! Mommy and Daddy are thankful that I've turned out healthy and happy, and I'm just thankful to be here. Today was a big family day, meeting new relatives and being passed around like a hot potato.

Here's some pictures with my cousins Ethan and Ellie:

And one more with my daddy's cousin's daughter, which makes her...bigger than me. Sorry, I'm too young to understand the family tree.

2006-11-22T13:20:00.000-05:00

Here's some pictures of me getting comfy on mommy, wrapped up after a bath or two, and just lounging. I know, not too exciting, but this is my life right now!

2006-11-11T13:53:00.000-05:00

Another trip, but just a day trip to Nyack. I saw my Grandma and we had a nice day walking around town. OK, I wasn't the one actually doing the walking, but still...

2006-11-08T12:28:00.000-05:00

Last weekend, we took a short family trip to Southampton. It was so much quieter there! I've never seen so many trees, and I saw the ocean too! There's Mommy with me on the beach.

There's me and Grandpa too!

Don't worry -- I'm being burped, not choked.

Bath time -- Stop staring at my belly button, I have a hernia! Don't worry, it should go away eventually.

Long day, time to relax...

2006-11-06T14:21:00.000-05:00

My Great Aunt Robin passed along some pictures from my daddy's birthday with the family. There's me with my Grandma and Great Grandma!

And guess what? I'm just one ounce shy of 9 lbs now!

2006-11-02T11:36:00.000-05:00

October is birthday time for the men in my Daddy's side of the family. My Daddy, both of my Grandpas, Uncle Kevin, and second cousin Philip all have birthdays in October, so we had a little celebration at Grandpa's this past weekend. Here's some pictures of me with my Grandpa, my Daddy, and my cousin Ellie!

2006-10-27T19:06:00.000-04:00

So now I weigh a whopping 8 lbs 2 oz, so I'm hoping to break 10 lbs soon.

My friend Felix stopped by to say hello -- here's some pictures. There's Lola too, isn't she a cute dog?

2006-10-20T10:20:00.000-04:00

I wore my rally bib to help my Daddy's favorite team the Mets get to the World Series. They didn't make it but neither did the Yankees so we're at least happy about that.

By the way, I'm over 2 months old now!

2006-10-12T19:02:00.000-04:00

Wow, getting bigger means better toys -- look at me in my activity gym.

2006-10-09T17:19:00.000-04:00

I went to the doctor for my checkup -- all things go! My weight is now 6 lbs. 11 oz., and I'm 19 inches long. The doctor gave me 4 shots that made me scream, but I'm okay now.

Here's some new pictures of my Grandma taking care of me.

2006-10-08T18:16:00.000-04:00

Big news: I flipped over today! Daddy put me on my tummy but I wanted to be on my back, so I turned myself over. I'm not an expert so I'll keep working on it.

2006-10-08T11:20:00.000-04:00

Daddy, how did that get there??

2006-10-04T17:48:00.000-04:00

Graduation day! Today was supposed to be my due date, so I've graduated from "preemie" to "newborn."

2006-10-01T19:25:00.000-04:00

My friends Monika, Markus, and their baby Sebastian came to visit me today -- we went for a nice walk in Central Park!

2006-09-21T18:38:00.000-04:00

My Daddy is so comfortable!

2006-09-18T19:31:00.000-04:00

So fresh and so clean -- my nurse Louisa gave me my first bath today!

2006-09-14T16:23:00.000-04:00

Today was my big day -- Mommy and Daddy got to take me home! I've spent almost a month at the Lenox Hill N.I.C.U. and I've made friends with all of the nurses and other preemies, but I'm excited to have my own bed. Mommy and Daddy are excited too because now they get to see me whenever they want! I hope they're not too nervous about taking care of me.

2006-09-08T21:04:00.000-04:00

The nurses at the N.I.C.U. are very nice, but I just love when Mommy and Grandma are there to feed me and burp me instead.

2006-09-05T17:39:00.000-04:00

Life in the N.I.C.U. is so tiring, but at least I'm starting to wear all of the cute outfits that everyone has been buying for me.

2006-09-03T20:15:00.000-04:00

Mommy kangaroos me, Daddy feeds me, and the hospital puts this annoying tube in my mouth. Hopefully it won't be in much longer.

2006-08-27T15:11:00.000-04:00

Sorry I can't be more entertaining, but I still need a lot of sleep with all of the milk they're feeding me to try to fatten me up.

2006-08-24T15:49:00.000-04:00

Look, almost all of my tubes are gone and Mommy and Daddy can hold me now! I love getting out of my isolette.

2006-08-18T18:22:00.000-04:00

Please welcome to the world Michele Elise Meyer! I was born at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City at 6:22pm on Friday, August 18th, 2006, and I'm 16.75 inches long. My Mommy had to have an emergency C-section to deliver me so that was a little scary, but the doctors said that we're both going to be completely fine. I haven't seen my Mommy yet so I can't wait to meet her!

2006-08-02T14:18:00.000-04:00

Hi there, I'm still in the womb and I'm only 31 weeks along but can't you already tell how cute I'm going to be? I'm looking forward to seeing the world and breathing the air -- see you soon!