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Category Archives: Life in Shanghai

Happy Birthday, Isaac!

Oh, once again life has been busy and blogging has taken a back seat… so much to catch up on! But, today I want to wish my incredible, loving, talented, handsome, sweet, thoughtful, and downright amazing hubby a very happy 34th birthday!!! Isaac, you are truly the most wonderful person I know. Your loving heart...

Sunshine All Around

Shanghai has been treated to brilliant blue skies and lots of sunshine the past two weekends. For this, we are thankful, and also hopeful that the dreary grey of winter is behind us for the year. We have enjoyed several leisurely afternoons in our backyard, and Isla loves being outside! She listens intently to the...

Hitting the 5 Month Mark: Weeks 20-21

Isla turned 5 months on St. Patrick’s Day, and our little lucky charm is full of great new tricks! Week 20 saw Isla’s motor skill development take off, as she is now becoming much more aware of her hands and their ability to do things. We often catch her holding a hand out in front...

Our Weekend

This weekend we experienced a nice balance of relaxation and productivity. Saturday morning began with a delicious crepes breakfast.  It was grey and drizzly outside, so most of the day was spent snuggled up on the couch, playing with Isla, skyping with family, and editing photos. Oh my goodness, she looks like such a big...

Weeks 10-19

Isla turned 20 weeks on Thursday. 20 weeks! How is that even possible?! Our sweet little pumpkin has been growing and changing like crazy. New skills and behaviors seem to develop overnight, and it is so much fun to witness her sweet personality evolve. I’ve been making sure to take notes of all of her...