December 31, 2013
Today was the last day of 2013. The Clary family celebrated by setting off some fireworks in the backyard.
December 27, 2013
It was a sad day today as the girls Montana family and as well as Nonna left for their homes. It was great seeing everyone and Rhiannon and Evangeline cannot wait until the next time they can get together with everyone.
December 26, 2013
The Georgia sisters all met at Auntie Jessie's apartment today for dinner and to socialize. Mom took Evangeline with her while dad took Rhiannon, Gramma, Papa, Christopher and Andrew to a hockey game.
December 25, 2013
Today was Christmas and Rhiannon woke bright and early to wake the household. Santa had stopped by overnight and left presents for both girls and they enjoyed playing with those as well as opening all the other gifts that were piled under the tree. It was especially nice have their MOntana family members on hand. Around 1:00pm the rest of the Georgia family came by to celebrate. More gifts were exchanged and opened and a wonderful meal of beef and pork was served. Plenty of desserts were also enjoyed. To end the evening everyone played games around the dinner table.
December 24, 2013
The Georgia families all met at the Granger household for Christmas Eve dinner and to open stockings. The men of the family hosted the "Feast of the Seven Fishes" meal. As usual there ended up being twice as much food and dessert as was needed.
December 23, 2013
Gramma and Papa Clary, along with Montana cousins Christopher and Andrew arrived in Atlanta today to spend the holidays with their Georgia family. Everyone is very excited to get to spend the holidays together.
December 22, 2013
Rhiannon and dad joined most of their GA family at the Nutcracker ballet in Atlanta. This is an annual event that everyone always looks forward to.
December 21, 2013
The Georgia families all met at the Misner house this afternoon to visit with Nonna who had flown in the day before from Maryland. She is down for the holidays. The sisters took advantage of their time together to make make Christmas goodies.
December 20, 2013
Today was bother girls last day of school before the Christmas break. Dad joined Rhiannon at school and helped her build a gingerbread house before bringing her home for the rest of the day. In the afternoon, the Clary family all attended Evangeline's Christmas party at her school.
December 18, 2013
Rhiannon had her 6 month dentist appointment today and everything went very well.
December 14, 2013
Rhiannon and mom attended a mother-daughter luncheon today hosted at one of Rhi's classmates homes. There are only five girls in her class so it was nice for those girls and their mothers to all come together to visit and get to know each other better.
December 8, 2013
Dad had a football playoff game he had to officiate this weekend in Maine and mom went with him for a couple of days. While they were gone Aunties Sammy, Nicki and Jessie babysat the girls. All reports indicate both kids behaved themselves very well.
November 28, 2013
The entire Georgia family spent the majority of the day at the Misner house celebrating Thanksgiving. As was the usual case at these family events, there was food and drink everyone and lots of good time had by all.
November 26, 2013
Today at Rhiannon's school it was Grand Parents and Special Friends Day. To acknowledge them, the school put on a music recital. Rhiannon was dressed in her bet 50's attire, including a pink poodle skirt, and her class sang and danced to "Tooty Fruity". Auntie Nicki was Rhiannon's special guest for the day.
November 19, 2013
Today was Dad's 50th birthday. Mom brought in a nice Italian meal and some cheesecake for dessert. Afterward the kids showered him with lots of love and cards and helped him open some gifts. What better way to celebrate a milestone birthday and being surrounded by those you truly love.
November 17, 2013
Two more teeth showed up today for Evie, giving her now a total of ten.
November 16, 2013
It was Parent's Night Out at Evie's school so while the girls enjoyed being with their friends
for a few of hours mom and dad snuck away for a nice dinner at a nearby restaurant.
November15, 2013
Today was Pajama Day at Evie's school. Momma sent her out the door in her favorite set of sleepwear which was a nice change from the usual pants and shirts.
November 12, 2013
Aunt Carole and Uncle Doug flew into Atlanta for a long weekend of visiting with their Georgia family. They stayed at the Clary household which was very exciting for the girls. All the family members got together for dinner at the Misner household which was a lot of fun.
November 4, 2013
Evangeline moved up to the Toddler classroom today. Her teachers say she is progressing nicely and is ready for the new challenges of the class. Mom and Dad were excited for this next step.
November 3, 2013
The Clary family celebrated the autumnal equinox by converting Evangeline's crib into a toddler bed. She is now officially no longer a baby. Rhiannon spent the day with Lilia and Auntie Sammy further exploring the Native American festival she attended two days earlier.
November 2, 2013
Jackson came over for a play date today. The kids had a great time playing around the house and enjoying each others company.
November 1, 2013
Today Rhiannon's kindergarten class went on a field trip to a native American festival. The event showcases Native American culture through music, dance, craft demonstrations, cooking traditions and storytelling. Rhiannon thoroughly enjoyed the exposure.
October 31, 2013
The Georgia family met at the Clary house this evening then Trick or Treated as a group around the neighborhood. The kids looked fabulous and everyone had a wonderful time.
October 30, 2013
Evangeline celebrated Halloween today at her school with a party. All the kids dressed up and treats were served in the classrooms. In addition, each class paraded around the school to show off their costumes.
October 29, 2013
Momma has been in Las Vegas on business the past several days so it's been Daddy - Daughter time at the Clary household. It's been a little hectic in the mornings getting everyone out the door on time but its all good. It will be great to get Momma home.
October 23, 2013
Rhiannon didn't have school today as parent teacher conferences were being held so Momma worked from home so she could babysit. Mom and Dad attended her conference and the teacher said she is doing awesome, has mastered all academic tasks given to her and will likely be placed in an advanced reading class in the near future.
October 22, 2013
Today was dress as your favorite book character day at Rhiannon's school. Rhi went as the Cheshire Cat from the book Alice in Wonderland.
October 14, 2013
Rhiannon had the day off from school today so Auntie Nicki took Lilia and her and met Auntie A, Nia and Tessa at the Pumpkin Patch in the north Georgia mountains. Everyone enjoyed picking out pumpkins, a long hay ride and fall treats.
October 13, 2013
The GA family all met at the Clary household this afternoon to officially celebrate Momma's birthday. Dad grilled on the deck and everyone brought entrees and appetizers to fill the menu. Everyone watched the Patriots while visiting and afterwards enjoyed cake and the opening of presents.
October 12, 2013
Today Rhiannon met some of her old preschool friends at a nearby park. After a short bit of shyness, the kids enjoyed their time seeing each other again and playing. Evangeline enjoyed herself on the playground as well.
October 10, 2013
Today was Momma's birthday. The family helped her open presents after everyone was home in the evening. Mom was treated to a meal from one of her favorite Italian restaurants as well as a special cake Dad had made for her.
October 8, 2013
Rhiannon visited the doctor today to receive her annual flu shot. All four family members have now received their vaccine and should be set for the winter months ahead.
October 7, 2013
Evangeline had her 18 month checkup today. She is in good health and while there received her flut shot. She took it like a trooper. The doctor also noticed another tooth coming in, which puts her current total at 7.
October 5, 2013
Dad spent a long weekend in Pennsylvania playing golf with some friends so it was girls time at the Clary household. Mom, Rhi and Evie enjoyed their time together but it was nice to see Dad when everyone woke up Monday morning.
September 30, 2013
Evie is feeling much better today after a week of treatments for her bronchitis. Also, today is the first full day of Kindergarten for Rhiannon. The previous six weeks she has been let out at 1pm. Starting today she will be in class until 3:00pm then in the after school program until 6:00pm when mom picks her up.
September 23, 2013
Evie was sick again today. This time she had a bronchial infection. The doctor put her on some oral medicines as well as several daily nebulizer treatments. We are hoping in a few days she is back to normal.
September 22, 2013
Jackson came by today for a few hours to hang out with the Clary family while Auntie Nickie had to work and Uncle Mark went out of town on business. Lilia and Auntie Sammy also dropped by to visit. Dad cooked dinner for everyone later that evening.
September 21, 2013
Rhiannon and Evangeline enjoyed Parents Night Out at Evie's school. While the girls played games and watched movies, Mom took advantage of the quiet time to run errands and take care of some To Dos around the house (Dad was out of town officiating a football game).
September 16, 2013
What comes around goes around. Rhiannon stayed home from school today with the same sickness Evie had a couple of days earlier. Mom and dad are hoping they are not next.
September 14, 2013
Mom and several of the aunties held a garage sale at the Clary household. The annual event is always fun and a good reason for the sisters to get together. Later in the afternoon the GA family circled their wagons at the Granger household to celebrate Jackson's second birthday.
September, 13, 2013
Evangeline stayed home from school today with flu-like symptoms. Mom stayed home with her. According to her teachers, something is going around the school and it was evidently her time to get it.
September 11, 2013
Rhiannon was awarded the "Best Bee" award in her Kindergarten classroom today. This award is given daily to the student who best applies themselves in the learning environment. Mom and dad were very proud of her.
September 8, 2013
Lilia spent the weekend at the Clary house while Auntie Sammy was out of town. The girls had a blast chasing each other around the house, playing school and watching movies. It was all Evie could do to try and keep up with them.
August 31, 2013
Dad started his college football officiating season this weekend so for the next three months the Clary girls will be spending some quality mother-daughter time together on Fridays and Saturdays.
August 29, 2013
Mom went to Wesleyan School this evening to meet with Rhiannon's new teacher Ms Holcombe. She learned all about what will be taking place throughout the year in her classroom and came home very pleased with what she heard. Rhiannon is loving her school thus far and looks forward to going to class every day.
August 25, 2013
Evangeline has three more teeth coming in. As of today she now has eight.
August 16, 2013
Today was All School chapel at Wesleyan. Rhiannon walked into the gymnasium arm-in-arm with a couple of senior girls and got to take in for the first time the Wesleyan experience. She seemed to enjoy herself as mom and dad watched proudly from the stands.
August 15, 2013
Today was the first day of Kindergarten for Rhiannon at Wesleyan school. Mom and dad dropped her off then went and had coffee. Later in the morning they returned to visit with other first time school parents to learn more about the upcoming year.
August 14, 2013
Mom, dad and Rhiannon dropped by her new classroom today. Rhiannon met her teachers and several of her new classmates, dropped off her school books and found out where the cafeteria was.
August 13, 2013
Rhiannon and mom went to the Wesleyan school for a couple of hours today to meet some new classmates on the playground, eat popsicles and start familiarizing themselves with the school. Rhiannon met a couple of new friends.
August 11, 2013
Mom and Dad went to a new parent's orientation at Rhiannon's new school so Auntie Sammie babysat for a couple of hours. The Clary girls all had all kinds of fun while the parents tried to lessen their anxiety about the upcoming school year.
August 10, 2013
The GA family celebrated Lilia and Nicole's birthday today at the swimming pool. Afterwards every retired to the Granger house for dinner and a movie out on the lawn. It started raining during the movie so it was moved inside but all had a great time.
August 3, 2013
The Clary family went to the neighborhood clubhouse today for a Kindergarten social. All the rising Kindergarten students in subdivision were invited to get to meet each other, socialize and have fun.
July 30, 2013
Rhiannon and her summer camp took a trip to the bowling alley today. This is the second time Rhiannon has been bowling and she gets a big kick out of rolling the ball down the alley.
July 26, 2013
School was closed today so Auntie Nickie brough Jackson over to babysit the kids at the Clary house. Jackson then spent the night at the Clary house while his parents went to a concert in Atlanta.
July 25, 2013
Rhiannon and her class took a field trip into Atlanta to attend a puppet show at the Puppetry Arts Center. This is the same place Dad took her in April. This time she as Dr. Suess's Cat in the Hat. She loved it.
July 24, 2013
The Clary girls flew back to Atlanta today. They were sad to leave their Boston family but glad to get home to see Dad.
July 23, 2013
Today Evangeline had her fifth tooth come in. This one is a molar in the back. Also, Matt and Sam had a swim meet and Rhiannon went and watched. Afterward the kids played all day together. Later that evening Mom, Auntie Nickie, Uncle Mark and Auntie Jenny went to a Red Sox game while Aunt Karen and Uncle Ken babysat.
July 22, 2013
Rhiannon swam at the pool with cousins Matt and Sam while Evie had fun with Gram and Auntie Jenny watching the fun.
July 21, 2013
Today the Clary girls visited Castle Island. The kids played on the playground, had fun in a fort, flew a kite and put their toes in the ocean.
July 20, 2013
The Clary girls flew the Grangers to Boston today to visit family. Everyone will be staying with Uncle Ken and Aunt Karen during the visit. Today the families all had a cook out. Gram,
the Takvorians, Auntie May and Uncle Joe came, too.
July 16, 2013
Aunt Pam and her family left for South Carolina today. Although their visit was short it was enjoyed by all. At school. Rhiannon's classed visited the World of Coke and learned all about the history of Coca Cola.
July 15, 2013
Aunt Pam, Uncle Darren and cousins Stephanie, Kellin and Courtney spent the day with Rhiannon. They had breakfast at IHOP, went to a movie and played in the pool. Later that evening everyone had burgers and visited.
July 14, 2013
Aunt Pam and her family stopped by to visit today. They were on their way from Minnesota to South Carolina for a vacation and made a detour to Atlanta to see the GA Clarys. It was there first visit to Georgia.
July 13, 2013
Rhiannon's attended her good friend Austin's birthday party today. Mom and Evie tagged along. The girls had a great time playing and eating cake.
July 10, 2013
Today Rhiannon's summer camp visited a natural history museum in Atlanta. The visited an exhibit on prehistoric earth and saw dinosaur skeletons up close and personal. They also learned how people around the world communicate information about themselves as they explored the many forms of personal adornment.
July 9, 2013
Evangeline had her 15 month checkup today and everything checked out very well. The doctor said she is progressing nicely and looking forward to seeing her back again in three months.
July 7, 2013
Evangeline got her 4th tooth today, giving her a pair of front teeth on both the top and bottom.
July 4, 2013
The GA family all came to the Clary household today celebrate July 4. Dad grilled on the deck and everyone brought items for a pot luck dinner. Later that evening everyone enjoyed a firework show in the backyard.
July 2, 2013
Nonna and Opa flew into Atlanta today to visit and help the GA family celebrate the 4th of July.
July 1, 2013
Rhiannon's class took a trip to the Atlanta Zoo today. She saw all kinds of animals she has never seen in person before, including elephants, giraffes, monkeys and lions.
June 21, 2013
Rhiannon ended her three weeks of swimming lessons with a mock swimming race. The kids all got to take part in an actual race, giving them a feel for what it would be like if they joined the swim team.
June 20, 2013
Rhiannon and her class traveled to The Chocolate Factory today. They learned how candy was made and even got to make some things themselves. Rhiannon's favorite was her chocolate pancake.
June 19, 2013
In summer camp today, it was Read All Day day. Rhiannon brought in three of her favorite books and the kids spent a majority of the day reading, both to themselves and to others.
June 16, 2013
Today was Father's Day and after a nice breakfast at one of the usual stops, the family came home so Dad could open his cards and presents. That afternoon, while Dad was watching some golf, the girls all went to another birthday party for a classmate of Rhiannon. In the evening, Dad grilled some burgers and the family ended the day with some apple pie. Dad enjoyed himself very much.
June 15, 2013
Rhiannon attended a friends birthday party today. Mom and Evangeline accompanied her the a jumping park where the kids went wild while the adults hung around and watched. Evie didn't stray to far from Mom, preferring to watch vs. participate.
June 12, 2013
Rhiannon made a visit to the dentist today. As usual, she came back with a great report card and was encouraged to keep up the good work.
June 11, 2013
Today was Laser Quest day at Rhiannon's summer camp. The class took the bus to a nearby establishment where they played a hybrid game of hide-n-seek and tag with lasers. Rhiannon said it was a blast so Mom and Dad have to believe her.
June 8, 2013
Evangeline got her 3rd tooth in today! It has been nearly 5 months since her first two teeth came in. Mom and Dad didn't ever think another one was coming. Soon she'll be able to do some serious biting of food. In the afternoon, Rhiannon and Dad took a drive to the South Carolina border to buy some "good" fireworks for the July 4 celebrations to take place at the Clary household in about a month.
June 4, 2013
Today was Wet-n-Wild day at Rhiannon's summer camp. Her class took the camp bus to a nearby water park where they got to play for a few hours. We hear it was great fun.
June 1, 2013
Birthday parties were the order of the day today. Mommy took Rhiannon to a classmates party around lunchtime, then they all hurried home to pick up Evangeline so they could make it to another classmates party in the late afternoon. All three girls were exhausted when they got home from their busy day.
May 30, 2013
Rhiannon took her first field trip today. Her summer camp class took a school bus to a local movie theater. She was so excited and enjoyed the trip thoroughly.
May 28, 2013
Today was the first day of Summer Camp for Rhiannon. Now that she is out of Pre-K she will spend the summer with most of her old classmates going on field trips, doing arts and crafts and enjoying their time off. Today is also the first day for Evangeline in her new class, First Steps. Mom and Dad are hoping she takes to it and her teachers as well as she did to her first classroom.
May 26, 2013
This morning Dad took Rhiannon to another birthday party for a fellow classmate. When the party was over they returned home where they met the Auntie Sammy, Lilia and the Grangers and went to the swimming pool for a couple of hours. That evening everyone came back to the house where Uncle Mark grilled burgers and hot dogs for dinner.
May 25, 2013
Mommy and Rhiannon met Auntie Nicole and Jackson at the neighborhood pool today and spent the morning and early afternoon swimming and enjoying the sun (Dad stayed home with Evangeline while she napped). After the pool, the girls all went to a birthday party for one of Rhiannon's friend while Dad went to play golf.
May 22, 2013
Rhiannon participated in a graduation ceremony today for her Pre-K class. All the graduates met at a local community center and, dressed in caps and gowns, performed skits and a number of songs for all the parents, relatives and friends in attendance. Rhiannon had a large speaking role, as she read from a book with another classmate. Afterward Mommy took her to the playground for an afternoon of fun that also included ice cream. Mom and Dad are very proud of the young woman she is becoming and can't wait to see her enter Kindergarten this fall.
May 18, 2013
Today was Parents Night Out at the girls school. Mom and Dad dropped the girls off for a night of crafts and movies while they went out to dinner and a movie with Uncle Mark and Auntie Nicole. As always, the kids enjoyed their time away from the adults very much.
May 13, 2013
Today was Rhiannon's official 5th birthday. After school she participated in a ballet recital with a number of her school friends. She looked beautiful and performed wonderfully. After the recital, the family came home to celebrate her birthday with a ladybug ice cream and lots of presents. It was a very special day for all.
May 12, 2013
The girls and dad celebrated Mother's Day today with mom. After a homemade breakfast Mommy opened a number of handmade cards which she really appreciated. The girls also gave her a necklace with their initials on it so she could keep them close in spirit when she wore it.
May 11. 2013
The entire Georgia family came over to the Clary household today to celebrate the birthdays of Rhiannon (5) and Tessa (11). We sang Happy Birthday twice over two different cakes and had pizza delivered in for dinner. Between rain showers the kids spent a lot of time outdoors playing while the adults visited inside.
May 6, 2013
Today Rhiannon had her spring piano recital and in front of a large audience of parents she played "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" and did a very good job for a four year old.
May 5, 2013
Jackson had a sleep over today. Auntie Nickie and Uncle Mark are celebrating their 6th anniversary tomorrow and wanted some adult time so the Clary family gladly volunteered to babysit. The three kids had a blast playing together.
May 4, 2013
Rhiannon decided that today she wanted to cut her hair. After a lengthy discussion with mom and dad, she was given the go ahead and Mommy took her to Snip-Its to have it done. She decided to donate the nearly 12" of hair to Locks of Love, which mom and dad thought was very admirable. While the style is now dramatically different, Rhiannon still thought her facial features "looked similar" to before it was cut. ;-)
May 2, 2013
Tonight Rhiannon and Mommy went to "Disney on Ice". Rhiannon took her friend Hadley with her and they met three other classmates. Rhiannon dressed up like Tinkerbell and everyone had a blast.
April 30, 2013
Tonight Mom and Dad attended Parent Orientation at Wesleyan School while Auntie Nickie watched the girls. They got a high level overview off what they (and Rhiannon) can expect to see during the upcoming school year. Suffice it to say, everyone will be very busy.
April 29, 2013
Rhiannon had her 5 year doctors appointment today. This was her first "big girl" physical and she came out with flying colors.
April 27, 2013
Today was Spring Carnival day a the girls school. They enjoyed face painting, riding the choo choo train, jumping in the "jumpy" and visiting with their friends. Rhiannon entered a dance contest and won first prize!
April 22, 2013
Auntie Nickie watched the girls after school tonight. Mommy was on a business trip in San Diego and Daddy was playing in his golf league. She always take such good care of the two of them and they both enjoy having her come over.
April 20, 2013
Today was Parents Night Out so the girls both spent the evening at their school playing games, doing arts and crafts and watching movies while Mommy and Daddy went out to dinner with Auntie Nickie and Uncle Mark.
April 12, 2013
Evangeline officially started walking today. She has been taking a few steps here and there for the past few weeks but was getting up on her own and walking across rooms at school and at home today. The Clary family is very excited about this milestone and Dad is now in the process of putting gates up on the stairs.
April 8, 2013
Evangeline had her 12-month doctor's appointment today. She continues to be in good health and growing normally.
April 6, 2013
Today the entire Georgia family came over to the Clary home to officially celebrate Evangeline's first birthday. Daddy grilled dinner on the deck and afterward everyone had cake and ice cream. We ended the evening opening presents. Everyone had a fun time, especially all the cousins.
April 5, 2013
Rhiannon found out today that she was accepted into kindergarten at the Wesleyan School, a nearby private school. The whole family was very excited, especially Rhiannon. Wesleyan is a small K - 12 christian based college preparatory school with very strict admissions policy. Mom and Dad know the environment is one Rhiannon will excel in.
April 4, 2013
Today was Evangeline's 1st birthday. Momma dressed in her fancy clothes and Daddy took her to school where the classroom welcomed her with the Happy Birthday song. When the day was over, the family came home for dinner then celebrated with homemade birthday cake and presents. Evie loved her day as did the rest of the family.
April 3, 2013
Today was "Daddy - Oldest Daughter Day". Dad and Rhiannon dropped Evangeline off at school then went to Dunkin Donuts for treats. Afterward, both drove into Atlanta to attend a puppet show at the Puppetry Arts Center. Rhiannon really loved the show about a tortoise whose name was "Galapagos George". When the show was over, the two drove back home where they met Momma for lunch at Dairy Queen. Of course, Rhiannon had to make sure she had a dilly bar after her meal. After lunch, Dad and daughter went to the library to play on the computer and read books. Later in the afternoon they went to the movies and watched "The Croods" about a prehistoric cave family. When the movie was finished, they ended their day at Barnes and Noble reading more books and playing with train sets. Both had a great day and look forward to another one down the road.
April 2, 2013
Today was Parent Teacher conferences at the girls school. Rhiannon continues to excel in all areas. Her teacher told Mom and Dad that she has been doing her same job for 13 years and has never taught a student as advanced as Rhiannon. Of course, Mom and Dad were very proud to her this. Evie continues to do well in her infant class as well and should be moving up to a more advance classroom soon.
March 31, 2013
The entire Georgia family went to Auntie Sammy's for Easter brunch today. It was great having everyone together and the kids had a great time playing while the adults visited.
March 29, 2013
The schools were closed today for Good Friday so the Lilia and Jackson came over for the day. Daddy also put new car seats in the cars so now Evie and I are both facing forward. Later in the evening the Uncle Mark and Auntie Nicki joined us all for dinner at a Mexican restaurant.
March 26, 2013
Evangeline walked on her own for the first time today, taking a number of steps to her Daddy while Mommy and Rhiannon watched. Her balance is very good and in no time the crawling phase will be over.
March 24, 2013
Today was the neighborhood Easter egg hunt, but due to rainy weather everything was moved inside the clubhouse. Rhiannon and Evie got their picture taken with the Easter Bunny and each was able to gather some eggs. Rhiannon also enjoyed the arts and crafts table and having cookies and lemonade.
March 22, 2013
Evangeline was sick today and because Mommy had a doctor's visit today Auntie Nicole came over and babysat during the afternoon so Daddy could take her to the appointment. Evie loves her aunt and enjoyed the attention she received.
March 16, 2013
Today Evie walked for the firs time while using her "walker" for support. She took to it immediately and was up and moving forward on her first try.
March 14, 2013
Evangeline took her first bath in the bath tub today. Her infant tub was just getting to small to contain her. She loves the extra room and being able to chase the floating toys.
March 10, 2013
Rhiannon helped Dad plant flowers in the front yard today. Later in the afternoon, Mom took the girls for a walk down to the tennis courts to watch some friends play tennis. After the matches Rhiannon played on the playground equipment for a while before they all returned home.
March 8, 2013
Today was pajama day at school and both girls wore brightly colored outfits to their classrooms. Afterwards, the Clary family met Auntie Sammy and Lilia at their favorite Mexican restaurant for dinner.
March 6, 2013
Evangeline has been sick with the flu the past 4 days. She stayed home from school Monday and Tuesday and was finally well enough to go back to her classroom today. The rest of the family is bracing for the same sickness to work its way through them.
March 4, 2013
Today was Evangeline's 11 month birthday. In just 31 short days she will celebrate her 1st birthday. Mommy, with Rhiannon's help, is already working on a theme for the party.
March 3, 2013
Rhiannon had a play date at her friend Hadley's house today. Though the weather was cold outside, the girls had lots of fun inside.
March 1, 2013
Today is Dr. Seuss' birthday and the girls school celebrated by having all the kids bring in their favorite book to have read to the class. Rhiannon took in the book "Oh say can you say di-no-saur?" which includes the infamous Catinthehatasaurus!
February 27, 2013
Evangeline went into the doctor today to have some blood drawn. Mommy and Daddy are wondering if she may have some food allergies so are having her blood tested to see. Daddy will post the results once we find out.
February 24, 2013
Nonna flew back to Maryland today. Mommy and her two girls drove her to the airport. We were very sad to see her leave. After dropping Nonna off, Mommy took the girls to a birthday party for one of Rhiannon's classmates. It ended up being a long, busy day for all of the Clary girls.
February 22, 2013
Tonight our entire Georgia family (minus Daddy who is in Florida golfing) went out to dinner at a Mexican restaurant. It was a lot of fun. Afterward, everyone came over to the Clary house to visit and play games. Lilia and Tessa even got to have a sleepover!
February 19, 2013
Today Nonna flew into town from Maryland to spend a few days with her GA family. Daddy is going golfing in Florida through the weekend and Nonna will be around to help Mommy with the kids when necessary.
February 16, 2013
Tonight it was "Parents Night Out" at the kids school. Rhiannon, Evangeline and Jackson were babysat there while Mommy, Daddy, Uncle Mark and Auntie Nicki all went out to dinner in Atlanta. We are not sure who had more fun, the children or the adults.
February 14, 2013
Today was Valentine's Day and Rhiannon's classroom celebrated with a party. Both Mommy and Daddy attended the event. Afterwards, the family came back to the house and exchanged gifts with one another.
February 12, 2013
It was another big day in the Clary household as Evangeline reached another milestone by pulling herself up to a standing position by herself in her crib. Mommy, Daddy and Rhiannon were all very proud of her.
February 11, 2013
Cousin Bryan and Jen flew back to Boston today. Mommy and Rhiannon drove them to the train station. We were all very sad to see them leave and hope to be with them again very soon.
February 10, 2013
Cousin Bryan invited all the Georgia family over to Jackson's house tonight to eat dinner. He and Jen made a special chicken and pasta dinner that was delicious. Afterwards everyone played games.
February 9, 2013
The entire Georgia family, along with cousin Bryan and Jen, came over to the Clary house today for dinner and games. The younger cousins had a great time playing with our weekend visitors. The adults stayed up way to late playing games and having fun.
February 8, 2013
Cousin Bryan from Boston flew into Atlanta for the weekend and brought with him his girlfriend Jen. Daddy picked them up from the train station this afternoon. They are staying at Jackson's house for the weekend. We are looking forward to spending a lot of time with them.
February 3, 2013
Rhiannon spent the afternoon playing at her classmate Austin Walsh's house. The two kids had a great time doing arts and crafts and playing with toys. Rhiannon calls Austin her "brother".
January 30, 2013
Evangeline got to a sitting position all by herself today. She is also starting to pull herself up so it won't be long before she is able to stand (assisted).
January 26, 2013
Daddy and Rhiannon spent the morning at the Wesleyan school. As another part of the application process, Rhiannon spent some time with a kindergarten teacher answering questions then played with a group of her peers for an hour or so. The application process is now complete and we wait until early April to find out if she has been accepted or not.
January 23, 2013
Daddy went to school today and read books to Rhiannon's classroom. He may enjoy this as much as the kids do.
January 19, 2013
Daddy is out of town this weekend at a football event so it is girls weekend. Aunties Jessie, Sammy and Nicole came over along with Lilia and Jackson and spent the day visiting and having dinner. The Clary girls had a lot of fun with their cousins.
January 16, 2013
As part of her kindergarten application process to the Wesleyan school, Rhiannon was required to take an IQ test and submit the results to the school for their review. The scores came back today and she scored over 130, which is considered highly gifted and in the top one percent of all kids under age 7 (she is currently 4 1/2). Suffice it to say Mom and Dad were quite proud of her.
January 13, 2013
Evangeline stood by herself for the first time today. She used a bouncy saucer as an aid. Another milestone can be checked off. The past week has seen a number of accomplishments that have made Mom and Dad are very proud.
January 12, 2013
Rhiannon, Mommy and Daddy attended an open house at the Wesleyan school today, a private Christian school nearby. The family is investigating all options for Kindergarten this fall and this school comes highly regarded. While there, Uncle Mark babysat Evangeline for the afternoon and did a wonderful job. Evie sure likes playing with her cousin Jackson.
January 8, 2013
Aunt Cindy and Cousin Julie flew back to Boston today. We had such a great visit with them and will miss them dearly. We hope to see them soon again.
January 6, 2013
Evangeline crawled for the first time today! Daddy looked back at the calendar and this is two months earlier than Rhiannon first crawled. Big sister better watch out, little sister in right on your heels.
January 5, 2013
The Georgia families all met at Auntie Jessie's apartment to celebrate the January birthdays. Aunt Cindy and Cousin Julie came, too. Everyone ate Chinese food and birthday cake and did a lot of visiting.
January 4, 2013
Evangeline got her first two teeth today! It was also her nine month birthday and to celebrate she went to the doctor for a checkup and came back with flying colors. In the evening Daddy made her a birthday cake and the family celebrated her big day.
January 3, 2013
Aunt Cindy and Cousin Julie from Boston came to Atlanta today to spend time with their Georgia family. They are both staying at the Clary household. We are so happy they are here and look forward to spending time with them.
January 1, 2013
To start the new year, the Georgia Clarys spent the day at home watching football and playing games. Evangeline is really scooting along well. moving all over the house at her own will. It's only a matter of days before she is crawling.
Journal
2013
Rhiannon Isabela and Evangeline Grace Clary
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