Oscar is Three!

Oscar, 2017

Sweet Oscar turned three and toasted with chocolate chip pancakes at Kasia's, Sweethaus cupcakes at school, and some great Transformers. Things have been a little zoo-y around here but we love this affectionate, grown up little imp to bits.

Here's a look back at Axel at three.

Three Years Eve

Oscar, 2017

Our intrepid Oscar turns three tomorrow, and kicked off the celebrations with a little party at his school today. The festivities continue tomorrow but Oscar loooooves birthdays so I think we'll be partying for some time to come.

Work

Williamsburg, 2016

It's a dreary week in New York but it's always nice to get updates from the boys' schools, where they are busy making, doing, exploring, and getting messy.

Ozzy's Turn

Williamsburg, 2016

Not one to be left out, Oscar started school himself today. He was very brave and cheerful about the whole affair, pretty much as expected.

His Element

Maine, 2016

I think it's safe to say that Oscar is a natural in Maine, and so loves being on the water, in the water, and causing trouble near the water. Tonight it took him about five adults to get him to bed but aside from that...he's in his element here.

Weekend

Williamsburg, 2016

Well this just about sums up life these days! This picture is so very Oscar and I laugh every time I look at it.

Sunshine

Oscar, 2016

Well, I'm not ready to do a victory lap yet (and I couldn't run one anyway, because I stubbed my foot on a cat scratching post and broke my pinky toe yesterday) but so far the boys and I have survived five days without Will, who is in Tokyo on an adventure.

He's back in a few days and I will be very glad, but it's been interesting managing the evenings, mornings, and much of the weekend solo.

We had a new sitter come for a few hours yesterday. She has a degree in early childhood education and twelve years of experience as a nanny. She was with us for three hours and the boys were going a little wild. It wasn't long before she said, "Um, you have your hands full."

I have a feeling she might not come back. Was it the biting or the projectile playdough balls? Or feeding Ozzy bites of pasta as he zoomed around the living room on a balance bike?

Anyway, at least they didn't tie her (or me) to a chair.

Oscar Is Two!

Oscar, 2016

Happy "Birthay"(as the saying goes), sweet Oscar. There are more festivities to come a little later this week, but so far little O. seems to be enjoying himself thoroughly.

Here's a look back at his first birthday celebrations. And another one! To sugar highs!

Oscar: Twenty Three Months Old

Oscar, 2016

I'm a few days late, but our Ozzy is twenty three months old, on the cusp of his turbulent twos. Favorite phrases include "Stop it!", "I try!", "My turn..." You get the picture. He adores his brothers, playing rough, and his papa, especially.

Here's Axel at the same age.

Blue Eyes

Oscar, 2016

Just a pretty picture for your Tuesday evening.

Fearless

via Aqua Beba

Here's Oscar on a recent morning at his local swimming class, Aqua Beba.

They recently took some pictures for their marketing materials and this was one of my favorites. I can't get enough of it! He's been taking swimming classes with his papa for a few months now and they're having so much fun. Will says he's very close to swimming independently, which amazes me.

What a funny, intense little person. If only we could all face life with such bemusement and passion.

Off We Go

Oscar, 2016

Prince George is off to nursery school, and so is Oscar.

This week, I think it's finally dawning on me just how full life is with three little boys and their various appointments, classes, and needs (and I swear we're not just oversubscribed.) There are a lot of us now...which means bulk quantities of diapers, blueberries, and the vague feeling that I am a soccer mom (without the soccer), ferrying this one here and that one there. Like this morning: pancakes were consumed, arguments were had about getting dressed, Cheerios were spilled, and Bo had his one month check up, clocking in at nine pounds, 12 ounces. It's going by so quickly.

Anyway, Oscar, who was a baby about five minutes ago, is now attending a little nursery school two half days a week. Bo and I went with him for his first 'transition day' earlier this week, and while O. seemed a little confused, he was pretty cheerful about the experience.

Yes, that is him pushing another kid into a pillow. Playfully...we think.

Oscar: Twenty Two Months Old

Oscar, 2016

Oscar turned twenty two months old yesterday, and hilarity ensued. Giant blue eyes and an outsize personality to match...

Here's Axel at the same age.

The Amazing Ozzy

A little peek at what Oscar's been up to lately.

Oscar: Twenty One Months Old

Oscar, 2015

I present Oscar and his tummy at twenty one months old.

Favorites include: balloons, basketballs, Sealface, his big brother, lighting up when papa comes home, and chattering away. Top phrases include "No thanks", "Kick the ball", "It's funny", and "Where'd it go?"

Here's a look back at Axel at the same age, already a veteran big brother.

Cake

Williamsburg, 2015

We took the kids out for pancakes at Kasia's this morning. This guy was very pleased with the excursion and kept shouting "Cake!" He's such a character (by which I mean we're exhausted.)

Oscar: Twenty Months Old

Oscar, 2015

At twenty months old, this guy is busy, hilarious, and full of opinions...he had his first swimming lesson this weekend, which was a hit, and he has been chattering away more and more.

Here's a look back at Axel at the same age.