Good-bye Goldilocks!

Jack had his first haircut yesterday. His Aunt Natalie completed the task while Jack sat on her kitchen table. After finishing, Natalie declared that Jack had aged one whole year during the 20 minute event. I definitely feel like I have a little boy now - we are done with him being mistaken for a girl. Charles came by to see it afterwards, and although he liked it, he was a bit sad. I think he was living vicariously through Jack's long hair and his dream to be a rockstar. Here are pictures of the new Jackster!

Wake Up Daddy!

Theo has been sick a bit lately. Here is an excerpt from a conversation that Charles and I had in the middle of last night:

Erin: Theo's crying. Do you think we should go ahead and give him some medicine?
- Complete Silence.
Erin: Charles, Theo's crying. Do you think I should just go ahead and give him some medicine?
- More Silence.
Erin: Charles, Do you hear me?
Charles: Yes, I am just thinking.
Erin: What are you thinking?
Charles: Well, I think it is a political issue. I think that we should think carefully because either outcome could be considered fair and just.
Erin (a little more sternly): Charles, I am talking about our son who is awake and crying!
Charles: I know. I just think we should probably get him involved in the decision making process.

At this point, Erin gets out of bed and deals with Theo without any more consultation with Charles.

A trip to the firehouse

Charles's grandma organized a trip to the local fire department. It was a great way to start the New Year. Jack had a lot of fun and so did the rest of us. Fireman Chad was a very good guide and was very kind to let Jack 'drive' the firetruck and blow the horn. Thanks to GG for a great day!

Boxing Day Bowling 2008

The Abbott family has a tradition of bowling on boxing day. We have been doing it for about 9 years now. It has become something we look forward to for its fun and friendly rivalry. My mom has even gotten a bowling pin that serves as a trophy and moves from home to home for the year based on who gets the highest score. Here are some pictures and videos from the day this year.

Jack and Cousin Josiah bowling


Theo's First Boxing Day Bowling



Amaris's prediction


Dad's prediction


Lauren's prediction


Justin's prediction


And on the back of that prediction, Jason's response to being the overwhelming favourite

And the Winner is....

And the winner is....



Yes, you heard correctly. Charles won this year with a score of 155 (a long way from the 203 of yester-year). It looks like the bowling pin will be headed back across the Atlantic...once again!

Editor Note: Maybe this is the reason that Charles's thesis took so long...too much time practicing bowling!