BEFORE I FORGET

Things happen so fast nowadays I wanted to take a second and record some things before I forget...  

TAE

• Loves dancing to Just Dance, particularly "Who Let the Dogs Out?" and "Meninha (Cotton Eye Joe)".  He is actually getting some of the moves down.  It's a guaranteed fun time for a good 15 minutes. 
• When he runs he says, "rapido, rapido, rapido" 
• He holds Elea's hand (okay more like grabs) and says, "Amigo" 
• He is mimicking everything we say, in Portuguese and English
• Tae loves to play hide-and-seek, although he doesn't quite understand he is supposed to stay in his hiding spot.  However, he is improving he is quiet while he hides now. 
• He loves to pray!  After we pray before eating he asks again and the other night he "led" the prayer before bedtime.  It's the cutest to watch him clasp his hands together and bow his head. 

Tae just dancing to one of two songs.

Love all around 

"Amigo"

ELEA 

• Getting on more of a schedule 
• Loves the activity mat, she will kick the little beam and smile or coo. 
• She is super strong, she can almost balance herself while sitting up.  We hold her hands and keep her arms out.  
• Bath time is her favorite, she has a big old smile on her face and kicks all over the place. 
• Survived a big smother hug from Tae with minimal tears.  

Strong girls 

Pooping 

Tummy Time on Mama 

Discussing life with Dada 

Activity Mat Fun

BEACHING IT FOR EASTER

For Easter we headed to the beach and it did not disappoint.  Tae loved it even more (if that was possible!) than he did the last time we went.  He couldn't contain his excitement, running in every which way with a permanent smile on his face.  He discovered the joy of throwing sand, jumping waves, running with the sand between his toes, and laying belly first as the waves washed him to shore. 

Elea on the other hand, just napped and hung out under the umbrella. We can't tell yet if she is a beach bum like her brother, but I have a feeling it's in the blood.

We were lucky enough to get to have Keila, Ana, and Lolo with us again.  Tae absolutely adores the girls, he follows them around like a little duckling. He went to bed and woke up asking for "AnaLolo" (as in one word). The girls are so sweet with him, it's like they are his big sisters.

One thing I love about the Brazilian beach culture is the food. Tae has learned early that there is nothing better than yummy food with the sun shining on you.  He actually recognizes the cheese guy and calls them over. He ate mouthfuls of cheese and still had room for pastels.

We will miss the Brazilian beaches when we leave.  There is something special about the vibe, it is unlike any other beaches. I will miss the people watching, live music, food and drinks, mountain views along the shores, and the pure happiness of enjoying it with my loves.