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What are your thoughts on Aperture so far? Some things seem easier to do (vignetting), but most harder. Hopefully I'll have a better idea on Photoshop this weekend at the Creative Photography Retreat after having Jessica Sprague teach me, if I still go.

What a great photo!
Our son (almost five years old) does sit on his chair at meals but talks so much that it takes him an hour to finish and it's so frustrating. But on the other hand he seems to enjoy this time together with us so maybe it's not all bad.

The first photo? I actually laughed out loud. It's so CUTE!!

Great pictures! We had that same problem with our son eating at the table and doing work at the table. Try letting him stand if he wants to as I think at this age, they do that a lot and the teacher said some kids work better standing up and are comfortable doing that.

I.LOVE.THAT.PICTURE! Makes me want to get on the floor too, LOL

silly is so good!

Ali,
FYI:At 6 months of age, it's pretty safe to say Anna's eye color is what it will be. (I am an optometric physician.HTH!) Have a great day!

try some blueberries with a scoop of vanilla icecream and some honey drizzled on top! mmmmmmmmm

Hi Ali,
When my son was about Anna's age, he was pretty skilled at the toe in mouth thing, too. Well, we had to try it (not to actually put the toes in, but just to see if we could, you understand) and, I am proud to say that if I wanted to, I could. Funny what you do with kids around.
Kelly

my dd eyes went from blue to brown around 18 months. I don't think that is common but I've read it can be up to age 3! I had no idea. ;) Your kids are cuties & love the photo of you all on the floor.

Hi Ali! I am really enjoying your precious Anna. She looks so much like my Katie (who just turned 6): she was a doll as a baby, and Anna is just so so so like her, even in expression! I want another! (not going to happen...) Aren't girls so different than boys. My 8 year old is also on the Autism spectrum, but we are just now going through the process of diagnosis. It's been a struggle.
Re: blue eyes. Look SIDEWAYS through her eyes, with her at a window (so you can look out into the light, sideways through her eyes). This shows the true colour. If they're going to turn brown, you'll see a brown hazey look. It worked for sure on all 3 of my kids: my 2 boys were blue eyes until they were almost a year, then they turned brown. Katie has blue eyes (much to our surprise as neither me or DH have blue eyes!)
Re: Harry Potter. My opinion is wait for the video. The loudness of the theatre could limit Simon's ability to take in the storyline. With the video, you'll be able to pause and answer his questions. Even my 10 year old is waiting for the video after our experience at "order of the phoenix".
Cheers! Happy Monday :D

i love the photo. silly is such a great thing.
my 17 mo. old grandson is constantly doing that. it amazes me too. and yes, we have tried this too, i'm happy to say.

Love your snapshot. So fun to be silly with kids!
We love making berry crisps during the summer at our house and are anxiously awaiting ripe blackberries :)
I think it might be good to wait for the Harry Potter video. Movies in the theater are much more overwhelming for kids.
My almost-9-month-old's eyes have been changing a bit lately. They are more blue right now but seem to be turning hazel. I'll have to try that window light trick mentioned above.

love the picture of you three on the floor. did you take it [share please how] or did chris take it for you?

Love the photo of you and Simon imitating Anna. So cute!

Curious what you think of Aperture---we've been considering it too. I hope you'll give us a review after you've worked with it a bit---please?! :) Thanks! P.S. we're loving all the fresh fruit too lately---we have a bunch of raspberries in the fridge just waiting to become jam!

love that pic. let us know what you think oof aperture :)

Hi Ali,
Have you thought/heard of trying Simon on a cool water, softly filled, hot water-bottle. Not sure if that's what you call them in the US?
The blue one in this pic is what I'm having success with - in my kinder class at mealtimes. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_water_bottle
super cheap - and, recommended by an OT to us.
PS for the fun & "cool factor" we call them wiggly cushions. If all else fails, I pretend to use an imaginary glue-stick to adhere their bottoms to their seats. It's an ongoing subject, but we find that it's important, because of how much future learning in the child's life, will take place in a seated position ... xxxx

That is a great idea. I will definently have to try that with my son!! I am having the same issue. I hope it works!

That picture is soooo funny! Love it!

Had a smile on my face when reading this post :) My grandmother told me that if your child puts their foot in their mouth it meant you were pregnant again! Ok so in my case she was right (4 times) because as soon as they did this, I'd take a test a waahlaa. Not scientific but gotta love those old wives tales!!

I'll be interested to hear how you go with Aperture too. I just got it about a month ago and it has been quite a stuggle. However I also got a mac for the very first time, so I have been learning Aperture and Mac. If you are importing your images I would suggest make sure they are backed up, because a few times I have accidentally deleted everything as I try and find good ways of organising folders.
The videos as mention by above poster and brilliant, also good its its own user manual, the apple website and also the O'Reilly blog (I think it is called).

Fun to catch up - I've been on vacation with my parents and siblings...no children...FUN!! missed my family terribly, but was good to relax and rejuvenate myself!
I have one child, that never sits in the chair...always on her toes (crouched)...I gave up that battle...it may be our chairs...it never happens at a restaurant...pick and choose!
Now I'm thinking about 12 stories...great motivation!

I love the picture of the adorable feetsies!
My eyes were sapphire blue until I was 7 years old. My mama told me that they just changed overnight, even though I'm not so sure that this is possible. It's a little weird though because my mama has brown eyes and my dad has green eyes. My eyes are now hazel that mostly just look grey blue depending on what I'm wearing : )
I'm hoping Anna's stay blue!

Please give us your verdict on Aperture. I'm dying to know!