On Wednesday, we had our usual Wednesday playgroup and Wegmans excursion (always must get more CocoPops!). Gigi was a bit whiney during playgroup and the previous nights' party was most likely the reason.
And then, after a very long nap, the moment we had been waiting for for a long time... our first Sabres game of the season! With Gigi in tow this year!
Nick and I didnt actually get seasons for this game. I had requested getting tickets to a game in the pre-season, just to get our bearings on what Gigi might need in future games. It was a great idea (ahem) because attendence was low at 11k and we did learn quite a few things. Even though we got seats in the 200s and attendence was concentrated there, everything just took less time. We had kick-ass seats, too! Section 208, on the aisle. Of course, we took full advantage of the rare air and ordered nachos from our seats. The bustle was more leisurely and family friendly and the walkways are carpeted, so we were even able to let Gigi walk around during intermissions. I dearly wish we were in the 200s for the season, for Gigi's sake.
Ah, back to the game! Gigi loved it. The night started with the train ride in. We park and ride from Amherst and that is definitely the best way. She enjoyed sight seeing above ground and turned to people watching during the underground. There was a live band outside the stadium and without the bodies to absorb some of the sound, they may have been a tad too loud for her.
But oh my, when we got into our seats! The lights, the crowd, the individual people, the cheering! It was a wonder to her. And us, too- it was simply exciting to be there. The anthem was accompanied by deaf kids signing to the lyrics and that was really fun to see. Gigi was having so much fun, hanging out in daddy's lap, eating nachos, flirting with the people to our left and behind. Having fun, until... we scored. I actually didn't anticipate that little problem.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnMtFFiu47k&videos=QlWSarkM7ng&playnext_from=TL&playnext=1
The link above is what it sounds (and looks) like when the Sabres score. That horn is loud. Gigi cried, jumped into my lap, buried her face against me and sprouted genuine tears. That scenario was to happen an additional two times. We were thrilled that we scored of course, but I have a feeling I may begin to dread it also, ironically.
The 200s afforded us plenty of room to nurse a few times, switch her from lap to lap and take it easy. Going forward, our seats will be slightly less posh, but I believe we can make it work. And the whole family is clearly looking forward to our next game. Oh yeah, the Sabres won, something I am starting to actually hope I'll be able to say alot this season!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Another party!
On Tuesday, I hosted a mini-playgroup, for Gigi and just one other little boy. It lasted one hour and we had some fun. This little boy is older than Gigi however he is not as rambunctious, so they are a good fit.
Then later, Nick came home and laid down for a few because he bonked his head at work. We talked about suing the rotten SOBs he works for and concluded that since it was his fault, we would just let it go. Lucky for Medaille, huh?
I got Gigi and myself ready while Nick was recovering, because we had a party to go to!
Cousin Jon and family came up from NC to visit and Auntie Ann had a bunch of people and food to celebrate. Gigi had an amazing time. She was the only little one and family sent bunches of attention and love her way. Daddy sent bunches of beets, corn on the cob, turkey, baked beans and who-knows-what-else her way, too, and she was in her glory. There was even a dog and a little person chair for her to sit on. It's become obvious that she just loves to socialize and work a crowd.
It was nice to see everyone and it has me hoping we have a good 4th of July turnout next year!
Then later, Nick came home and laid down for a few because he bonked his head at work. We talked about suing the rotten SOBs he works for and concluded that since it was his fault, we would just let it go. Lucky for Medaille, huh?
I got Gigi and myself ready while Nick was recovering, because we had a party to go to!
Cousin Jon and family came up from NC to visit and Auntie Ann had a bunch of people and food to celebrate. Gigi had an amazing time. She was the only little one and family sent bunches of attention and love her way. Daddy sent bunches of beets, corn on the cob, turkey, baked beans and who-knows-what-else her way, too, and she was in her glory. There was even a dog and a little person chair for her to sit on. It's become obvious that she just loves to socialize and work a crowd.
It was nice to see everyone and it has me hoping we have a good 4th of July turnout next year!
Monday, September 21, 2009
It's Black & White
I confess that out of all the precious little outfits Gigi received for her birthday, this was my favorite. There was nothing black & white in her wardrobe, until now.
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