Happy Chrismukkah!

Simon has had a wonderful holiday season with friends and family. We had the week off of work and we have just been relaxing and enjoying food, company and lots of "special, special treats!"

He doesn't look too thrilled here, but he did enjoy looking at the Macy's windows on State Street.

Happy Hanukkah! Simon is painting his own puzzle.

The first snow of the year came on Christmas Day.

Opening presents is amazing. Better than playing with the presents afterward.

Retail magic, watching a fountain at an electronics store.

Teta

This fall, the little dude has been so lucky to spend time with his Teta. She moved to our neighborhood from Houston in September, and it's great having her here! She has many special powers, one of which is the ability to get Simon to eat healthy food. When we are struggling to get him to eat one kernel of corn, she's got him feasting on mangos, whole grain muffins, and molokhaia, an Egyptian soup made from a leafy green vegetable, chicken stock and garlic. Simon is always happy to go to "Teta's new house." He is helping her settle in to city apartment living. We are also hoping he'll pick up some Arabic!