All is Sweetness and Light

Maybe clothes really do make the man, or baby. With such an angelic outlook, who could ever suspect Muffin of the following actions?
- pulling cat tails and ears
- eating cat food (and litter - yuck)
- sucking on her dad's shaving cream canister
- whining
- consistently clearing her plate/highchair tray/table by sweeping food onto the floor
- etc., etc., etc.

Somehow, she still remains lovable. Particularly at night, when in pajamas and has just fallen asleep. But also in the morning when she's snuggly, happy, chatty, and the day is newly filled with possibilities. And of course, 99% of the moments between waking and sleeping are terrific. Aw, I'll just stop gushing now. Time for more wine...

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Troll, Muffin, Imp...it all applies

A cute, impish shot from yesterday...just because. Well, if only we knew then that Fiona would pass out last night at 7:30, only to wake up and stay up from 10-11:45 until we brought her into our bed, we'd have really paid attention to the troublesome expression. Sigh...Needless to say, we're a bit tired today.

On the other hand, we're gleefully wondering what we'll get to do with all the money our dear gub'mint looks like it'll be giving in the form of 'tax rebates'. Gee, do we spend it on something imported, like a laptop, or do we pay off debts, which also isn't a 'spending stimulus'? And does it really matter what we do individually, if the nation is borrowing the money anyway? Maybe I'm leaning from babble to rant here; I need a nap.

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The New Muffin Mobile

Here's a pic of our new (2002) Civic in 'Eternal blue' - a beautiful shade. The car is a lot of fun to drive, what with the 5 speed manual and all. Fiona seems to like it too, although she has not yet been able to spread her preferred number of crushed Goldfish and Cheerios throughout the back seat. All in good time...

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Hi from Geek #2

I like the concept of blogs, but as Geek #1 says, the word "blog" is dumb. Oh well. I guess I think of this more as a place for stream of consciousness blather, mostly about Muffin.

This weekend was a big one for us as we bought a new car - a 2002 Honda Civic in a beautiful dark blue (maybe tomorrow I can take a picture of it). Fiona did a great job helping us try out the vehicle and charmed the used car salesman who has a grand-daughter about the same age.

We were hoping Fiona would get to experience her second snowfall as the Saturday predictions called for 1-4 inches, but the few flakes that fell were soon melted. I know that must sound funny to those of you up north.

Just for practice, here is Muffin in front of her new Dora the Explorer play hut and tunnel (gosh, Target Clearance aisles are fun!)

Hm, gotta go, she figured out how to remove her diaper and pajamas...yes, in that order.

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