MLK Weekend

We returned to Baltimore this MLK weekend for a quick get away. Once again, we stayed at the Homewood Suites at the Inner Harbor and visited the National Aquarium and the Port Discovery Childrens’ Museum. This year, we also remembered to pack our bathing suits (no last minute shopping at GAP Kids; see Catching Up). This was our first trip with two children, and logistically, it was definitely more challenging to pack and transport the expanded family (plus, babies come with LOTS of accessories). Vivian proved to be a good traveler. She adapted well to the hotel and slept through most of our daytime activities. Henry really enjoyed seeing the sharks and alligators at the National Aquarium and swimming at the hotel pool in the afternoon. Below are some photos from the weekend.

At Home with Vivi

With the holidays behind us, we’ve all been enjoying a low key start to the New Year. Henry has been taking swim classes on Saturday mornings and is getting really comfortable in the water. Vivian is eating and sleeping well (just not in her crib; like her brother, she prefers mom and dad’s warm bed). So far, the two Morris children are getting along splendidly. Henry seems genuinely fond of his sister, so much so, that he sometimes hugs/smothers her a little too much. Vivian, in turn, is exceedingly tolerant of her brother’s occasional “tough love.” Below are some shots of the whole Morris clan at home.

Boogie Nights

Henry seems to have a real fondness for music and dancing. Elise says this comes from her genes. Henry’s musical tastes are eclectic, ranging from Raffi’s “Down by the Bay” to disco/funk classics like “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing” (Leo Sayer) and “Shake Your Booty” (KC and the Sunshine Band). Bryant also has been teaching Henry the lyrics to Def Leppard’s “Pour Some Sugar on Me.” Below are some shots of Henry in motion. As you can see, he has taken to using his step stool as a dancing platform.