Paper Lanterns & the promise of a post

So...I promised my sister that I'd post today. THe post didn't actually happen like I'd envisioned when I made that promise. Our weekend was filled with receiving gas masks (as a standard precaution), errands, and trying to teach Claire how to ride bike, which means a weekend of frustration and irritation. The girl is a perfect  blend of Chris and I. She is a perfectionistic child who has a huge stubborn streak and an eagerness to learn, but an overwhelming desire to get it right the first time. Quite frankly, most things have come quickly and easily to her. She has, after all, pretty much been the perfect baby/child thus far. I think she may have met her match. She wants nothing more than to ride a bike with only 2 wheels,  but has been experiencing her fill of frustration. That whole balancing thing has gotten the best of her. She can roll down the street on her stride bike, but the minute she hops on her bike without training wheels and attempts to pedal, the wibble wobbling begins. And she gets off. Poor poor girlie! I'll post a few pics just to document her frustration. I should have gotten a few pics of Chris' frustration as it was nearly identical to Claire's. I keep reminding him that she's only 4, but even hearing myself say it doesn't seem to help. I do know that she'll get it when she's ready. We'll just keep plugging along on her time. A good lesson learned for all.

A bicycle built for 2?

Check out Mya's feet. This girlie is either barefoot or wearing someone else's shoes ;)

Quite obviously a "before" picture. What a gorgeous smile!

In other news, I changed my blog header. Actually, I changed the entire blog, but did parts of it a few days ago. I am loving the clean, crisp look of white and as in my real life, I am embracing simplicity and less. I guess it is also incorporated into my blog life as well. I am loving it. The lanterns are my homage to S. Korea. Only 9 more months for us to call this place home. I can't wait to find out what lies ahead!!