Chronicling the daily adventures of two siblings as they grow up together and take on the world
Monday, December 21, 2009
Spreading Christmas cheer
Just before the snow arrived this weekend, we had some friends over for a holiday party. It was great fun, because I got to see lots of my friends, have some of Dad's delicious cookies and best of all, open my presents! Everyone was having so much fun that we barely remembered to take photos and videos. But here's one of me and Nia.
And here's one of Henry and Anne!
And here's a quick video, with just a few moments from early on, before the party really got into full swing.
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Julia Age: 5 years Height: 45 1/4 inches Weight: 47 lbs. Clothing size: 6T
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Our blog glossary
Babcia (BOP-cha)/Bobbi – Babcia is the Ukrainian word for grandmother. This is what Julia and Henry call their Mom's mother. (Their Dad's mother is called Grandma.) Julia had trouble pronouncing Babcia at first, so Babcia shortened it to Bobbi — her late brother was named Bobby —which was easier for Julia to say. So now Julia knows her as Bobbi.
Dido (DEE-doh) – Ukrainian word for grandfather. This is what Julia and Henry call their Mom's father. (Their Dad's father is called Grandpa.)
Mnohaya lita (MNO-high-ya LEE-ta) – A Ukrainian celebratory phrase uttered at almost all festive occasions. It is also a song sung at weddings, birthdays and other times when congratulations are in order.
Pipa (PIP-ah) – Pypka is the Ukrainian word for pacifier, but Julia shortened that to pipa.