The girls discover their ponies!
Chez Alvarez tackles Rock Band
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Friday, December 26, 2008
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Warmest E-Wishes
So our entire online family can share...
Here is the 2008 holiday card from Chez Alvarez.
Here's to 2009!
Love & Luck,
~Melanie
Here is the 2008 holiday card from Chez Alvarez.
Here's to 2009!
Love & Luck,
~Melanie
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Our Little Star
Mallory's first school performance!
"Twinkle Twinkle" in English & Japanese
at LLC's Winter in the Desert showcase
Sniffle Sniffle
"Twinkle Twinkle" in English & Japanese
at LLC's Winter in the Desert showcase
Sniffle Sniffle
Monday, December 8, 2008
You've Got a Friend in Me
Early December 2008 Slideshow
Sisterly fun and playdates with our good friends!
Sisterly fun and playdates with our good friends!
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Wrapping Up November
November 2008 Photo Montage
Visits to the Children's Museum, Logan's "Petting Zoo" Birthday, Lots of Backyard Fun, Painting, Black Friday with the Asps, Getting Guitars, and Other Random Countdown to Christmas Endeavors
Visits to the Children's Museum, Logan's "Petting Zoo" Birthday, Lots of Backyard Fun, Painting, Black Friday with the Asps, Getting Guitars, and Other Random Countdown to Christmas Endeavors
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Safari!
Photos from our trip to Out of Africa wildlife park in Camp Verde, Arizona ... sloppy giraffe kisses are included in the price of admission!
Click on above pic or link for the rest of the photo evidence ;-)
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| From October 2008 |
Click on above pic or link for the rest of the photo evidence ;-)
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
A Few New Vids
Say Cheese!
Miranda's new favorite thing to do when she sees the camera.
Dust Guitar Hero
Mallory's new favorite thing to do when she hears music.
Morning with Miranda
A typical morning with my baby girl. Hard to believe she's almost 1 1/2!
Miranda's new favorite thing to do when she sees the camera.
Dust Guitar Hero
Mallory's new favorite thing to do when she hears music.
Morning with Miranda
A typical morning with my baby girl. Hard to believe she's almost 1 1/2!
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Voyage Routier de Californie
Music Photo Montage of our California Trip - with a little French flair
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
California Road Trip
A wine country wedding, a mountain town visit, a stop to honor family, a chance to touch the ocean, and a visit to Disneyland! 5 days, more than 1000 miles, and priceless smiles for our girls... a whirlwind road trip, but well worth it!
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| From California Road Trip - Late Sept 08 |
Monday, September 22, 2008
Interview with a 3 Year Old
I'm a little behind in my posts... but I'm keeping up the tradition of sitting down for a "debrief" with each of the girls every half year or so. So without further ado, here's Mallory Skye Alvarez, the 3 Year Old.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Phunny Girls
Miranda loves hats. However, she is now convinced Mallory's underwear makes a good hat.
Mallory was learning that "PH" makes the same sound as "F," when she independently figured out how to spell her first four-letter "F-word."
Mallory was learning that "PH" makes the same sound as "F," when she independently figured out how to spell her first four-letter "F-word."
Monday, September 8, 2008
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
They All Fall Down...
Here was the cause of our holiday weekend power outage.
(At the center of the photo you'll see one of many snapped power poles in our neighborhood.)
Thanks to Nannie Deb for taking in the "Phoenix 'Hurricane'" refugees!
(At the center of the photo you'll see one of many snapped power poles in our neighborhood.)
Thanks to Nannie Deb for taking in the "Phoenix 'Hurricane'" refugees!
Friday, August 22, 2008
True Colors and Birthday Clips
True Colors: Music Slideshow of Mallory's 3rd Birthday
A Montage of Video Clips from the Big Event
A Montage of Video Clips from the Big Event
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Mel on TV
Well, if you ever wanted to know what I do, what I teach, and how I've spent the past decade of my career... here's your chance. I was recently interviewed for a local show called "Inside Creative Minds."
So, if you have 12 minutes and want to see Melanie desperately trying not to be a dork on TV, here ya go...
Click on this link: Melanie on "Inside Creative Minds"
On the show, you'll see shots of my new workplace at ASU's Cronkite School. It's an amazing place. But the return to work has been a little rough on the girls (and Mommy too). We're all getting through it, and I'm looking forward to decorating my office with Mallory's and Miranda's artistic masterpieces!
So, if you have 12 minutes and want to see Melanie desperately trying not to be a dork on TV, here ya go...
Click on this link: Melanie on "Inside Creative Minds"
On the show, you'll see shots of my new workplace at ASU's Cronkite School. It's an amazing place. But the return to work has been a little rough on the girls (and Mommy too). We're all getting through it, and I'm looking forward to decorating my office with Mallory's and Miranda's artistic masterpieces!
Saturday, August 16, 2008
#3 is Picture Perfect!
We had an amazing "Painting Party" to celebrate Mallory Skye's 3rd birthday today. The kiddos got face painting a la Vince, painted their own magnets and even turned dessert into an art project of "sprinkle design." It was a creative extravaganza!
Here's Mallory with her specifically requested "magenta frog."
Miranda's blue flower stayed on for longer than you'd expect!
The kiddos painting their magnets...
The birthday girl's big moment!
And a nice moment with Mama Mel...
Favorite gifts included a play kitchen from Aunt Judy, an Ariel doll from Nannie Deb, and from Mama, Dada & Miranda, a dinosaur Mallory decided to name "Sharky."
Most amazing part of the day: Mallory was so worn out, she fell asleep for the night at 5:30pm! That's a tired birthday girl!
Click here for the rest of the pics:
A full album of all our August photos so far...
Here's Mallory with her specifically requested "magenta frog."
Miranda's blue flower stayed on for longer than you'd expect!
The kiddos painting their magnets...
The birthday girl's big moment!
And a nice moment with Mama Mel...
Favorite gifts included a play kitchen from Aunt Judy, an Ariel doll from Nannie Deb, and from Mama, Dada & Miranda, a dinosaur Mallory decided to name "Sharky."
Most amazing part of the day: Mallory was so worn out, she fell asleep for the night at 5:30pm! That's a tired birthday girl!
Click here for the rest of the pics:
A full album of all our August photos so far...
Friday, August 8, 2008
Lucky Day
They say 8/8/08 is lucky...
I'm celebrating some lucky snapshots!
There was a little girl, who had a little curl (you know the rest!)
I think it was the power of the pigtails that helped her climb up there!
I'm celebrating some lucky snapshots!
There was a little girl, who had a little curl (you know the rest!)
I think it was the power of the pigtails that helped her climb up there!
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Remember
As most of you know, it's been four years since my Dad died.
Mallory looks at photos of Dad, and she says to Miranda: "That's Grandpa!"
Today, I planted a little cactus garden as a memorial.
Miss you, Daddy-O.
Mallory looks at photos of Dad, and she says to Miranda: "That's Grandpa!"
Today, I planted a little cactus garden as a memorial.
Miss you, Daddy-O.
Steal My Sunshine
July 2008 Music Slideshow
Highlights include our trips to the Kids' Expo at the new Cardinals' Stadium, the Phoenix Children's Museum and Glendale's "Christmas in July;" Mallory learning how to write her name; Miranda climbing all over everything (including Spartacus); and lots of time in the pool!
Highlights include our trips to the Kids' Expo at the new Cardinals' Stadium, the Phoenix Children's Museum and Glendale's "Christmas in July;" Mallory learning how to write her name; Miranda climbing all over everything (including Spartacus); and lots of time in the pool!
Monday, August 4, 2008
Princess Party Video
Some of the photo highlights of Izzy's 3rd birthday.
Mallory and Miranda are so lucky to have a great friend like Izzy!
Mallory and Miranda are so lucky to have a great friend like Izzy!
A Smattering of Vids
Here's a little sampling of the gals growing up from July.
Rosies
Mallory taught Miranda how to do Ring Around the Rosies.
Two in the Pool
Miranda usually jumps on her own, without the love nudge from Mallory.
Cats & Chocolate Milk
Don't miss Miranda's shout out to Elmo at the end!
Eavesdropping ABCs
It's hard to catch Miranda's singing on camera without being a distraction!
E I E I O
It's always "cow." Mallory was the same way. Weird.
Running Hugs
If this was an Olympic sport, Mallory would be a medalist! (I think she was already tired by the time I pulled out the camera, though.)
Can you tell I work on videos when I need to clear my head?
Hope you enjoy. Love & Luck to all.
Rosies
Mallory taught Miranda how to do Ring Around the Rosies.
Two in the Pool
Miranda usually jumps on her own, without the love nudge from Mallory.
Cats & Chocolate Milk
Don't miss Miranda's shout out to Elmo at the end!
Eavesdropping ABCs
It's hard to catch Miranda's singing on camera without being a distraction!
E I E I O
It's always "cow." Mallory was the same way. Weird.
Running Hugs
If this was an Olympic sport, Mallory would be a medalist! (I think she was already tired by the time I pulled out the camera, though.)
Can you tell I work on videos when I need to clear my head?
Hope you enjoy. Love & Luck to all.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
A Favorite Street
This is why I love Sesame Street, some 30 years after I first started watching it. Thank goodness I have two toddlers, so I have an excuse to keep watching it!
Pitch Reel of Sesame Street Season 39 Highlights
Pitch Reel of Sesame Street Season 39 Highlights
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
First Day of New School!
Mallory and Miranda were accepted to a brand new preschool and today was their very first day. Excitement and tears abound!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Precious Princesses
The celebration of our good friend Izzy's 3rd birthday was "princess-perfect."
This parting hug from Lady Mallory was too cute for words...
But Miranda was definitely suffering from a "missed nap hangover."
This parting hug from Lady Mallory was too cute for words...
But Miranda was definitely suffering from a "missed nap hangover."
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Friday, July 4, 2008
Independence Day!
We hold these truths to be self-evident...
Mallory has officially declared her independence from daytime diapers!
Hooray for being potty-trained!!!
Here's to life, liberty and the pursuit of dry panties around the clock!
Mallory has officially declared her independence from daytime diapers!
Hooray for being potty-trained!!!
Here's to life, liberty and the pursuit of dry panties around the clock!
Monday, June 30, 2008
Cute Clips
Here are a few quick video compilations from June. Enjoy!
Mallory's amazing handiwork and description of her Family Portrait
Mal & Davey have a blast during the Schneider Family visit
Texas Twirlin' at Grandma Tardy's house
Mallory's amazing handiwork and description of her Family Portrait
Mal & Davey have a blast during the Schneider Family visit
Texas Twirlin' at Grandma Tardy's house
Friday, June 27, 2008
Voyages of June 2008
It's been a trying, though rewarding, month with our many travels, visitors, losses and adventures.
We wanted to share the photos of our voyages through June 2008.
Enjoy and be well...
We wanted to share the photos of our voyages through June 2008.
Enjoy and be well...
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Friday, June 13, 2008
Teach Your Children Well
Early Summer 2008 Slideshow
Highlights include: trips to the zoo, the park, the lake and Sesame Street Live; Miranda's 1st Birthday formal photos; Mallory being bribed with money in her "Potty Pot;" and in general, the sisters being more "sisterly."
Highlights include: trips to the zoo, the park, the lake and Sesame Street Live; Miranda's 1st Birthday formal photos; Mallory being bribed with money in her "Potty Pot;" and in general, the sisters being more "sisterly."
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Friday, May 23, 2008
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Seeing Stars
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Belles and the Bell
Monday, April 21, 2008
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Mama Mel's 33rd
Here's the birthday girl, with two of the best presents she'll ever receive.
Thanks to all for the warm wishes!
Thanks to all for the warm wishes!
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Monday, March 31, 2008
Monday, March 24, 2008
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Super Star Mallory
With apologies to SNL, this is all Kari's fault!
(If she starts sniffing her armpits, we have a problem.)
(If she starts sniffing her armpits, we have a problem.)
Monday, March 17, 2008
Thursday, March 13, 2008
New Favorite Thing
The toothbrush.
Miranda's four teeth are going to be the cleanest baby teeth in the world!
Miranda's four teeth are going to be the cleanest baby teeth in the world!
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Pink Eye Sucks
No, Mallory was not in a prize fight.
Good news: The pink eye has passed.
Bad news: It passed to Miranda & Mama too!
Good news: The pink eye has passed.
Bad news: It passed to Miranda & Mama too!
Friday, February 29, 2008
Roam
February 2008 Music Slideshow
Super Bowl, Super Playtrips, Super Birthday for Nannie Deb, Super Road Trip to Southern California (on Oscar Night no less!)
Super Bowl, Super Playtrips, Super Birthday for Nannie Deb, Super Road Trip to Southern California (on Oscar Night no less!)
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Mallory Skye 2.5
A debrief with Mallory Skye, the 2 1/2 year old.
ps: Can you believe she's scared of bouncy castles?
ps: Can you believe she's scared of bouncy castles?
Monday, February 11, 2008
Friday, February 1, 2008
Call the Witch Doctor!
January 2008 Photo/Music Montage
(We've been dancing to this song at least 5 times a day!)
(We've been dancing to this song at least 5 times a day!)
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Friday, January 25, 2008
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Keeping the Tradition Going...
It's a new year, but I'm still gathering the memories of the close of 2007.
Enjoy these musical renditions of December at Chez Alvarez!
Santa Baby
A Countdown to Christmas
Make Someone Happy
Christmas Eve & Day
A Shade of Winter
Our Last Events of 2007!
Enjoy these musical renditions of December at Chez Alvarez!
Santa Baby
A Countdown to Christmas
Make Someone Happy
Christmas Eve & Day
A Shade of Winter
Our Last Events of 2007!
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