Tutu Strut

Miz V starts Twinkle Toes kidlet ballet at the community centre, and I was unable to stomach the princess themed dancewear available at the megadiscount department store, so I got her a black, blue and silver exercise leotard from the sale rack. At the first class meeting it became clear a tutu was the must-have accessory for all the under-three set. Erm. Soooo, after looking around and not seeing a suitable get-up at a suitable price point, I hit the Fabricland sale day and pulled together a silver and blue tutu. Turned out okay, and only took an hour or so to put together. Next time I will have refined the pattern a bit, but in the meantime Miz V seems very pleased with her puffy little skirt. Huzzah!

KAMIKAZE CHARIOT

Miz V feels the need for speed. What can you do?

First Ski!

Miz V takes to the snow!

SLED!!

Despite the icebox temperatures, the day was perfect to get out and play with some outdoor toys, like the red sled. Miz V enjoys a leisurely spin around the garden, but does prefer the more kamikaze run of the chariot push (see above post)

Pole Technique

Miz V got her first pair of skis for xmas, and immediate began training in her pole techniques, especially in the tight corners of Grandma L's kitchen.

Unwrapping is Boring

Miz V showed a remarkable reluctance to open her gifts, even when forced. But, she does enjoy a nice gift, once she can see what it is and isn't expected to remove paper from it.

Boogie Machine

Grandma D sent Miz V her first portable Mp3 player for xmas, and it was an immediate hit. Here's a short clip of her getting down to Beyonce...(I know, there's no accounting for kidlet tastes)

Beater Licking Good!

Okay - apologies all around for the lengthy radio silence, blog-wise. The holiday season kidnapped my ability to use the internet like a big girl. But I will make up for it today with V-A-PALOOZA! Update after update, all starting with this video gem from mid-December, making sugar cookies. Bear in mind, this is a kidlet who doesn't get much processed sugar...