Rock N' Roll=Not So Much

Let's start by stating this: So even Superman had to deal with Kryptonite every once in a while, weakening his powers and rendering him useless. Well the Arciszewski Family had its own problems with the 2011 Chicago Rock N Roll Half Marathon. Not to say we are running equivalents of Superman, however August 1, 2011 happened in much the same way as most of the summer, Hot and Humid! Both of us struggled in the very humid weather, and although neither one of us finished where we wanted to, it did not ruin our zeal for running. Yes you will see us at Marathon Weekend 2011 at Walt Disney World!

"FIRSTS"

So this blog is all about firsts for my daughter Olivia. When she was born, really, as like all babies, she really didn't do much outside of eating, sleeping, crying and most importantly pooping. In the last Eight or so months however, it is absolutely incredible to watch how much she has grown. The last two weeks have been amazing, and here are some "FIRSTS" we have seen.

1) Teeth-Yes, these babies came in. Right now they are just two little white stubs on her lower gums, but they are ready to do some serious chomping soon.

2) Crawling-Oh boy this is huge. It used to be enough to just set her down to play for a few minutes and expect her to be in basically the same spot. Now you can't keep your eyes away for a minute and ZOOOOM...she is gone.

3) Finger Foods-So we started with these baby puff things, but it is real cool to watch Olivia learn dexterity by grabbing things with her forefinger and thumb.

4) Clapping-So fun to watch Olivia clap for her daddy when he comes home...just amazing

Polish Fest-You bet your Dupa I'll be back

ARCISZEWSKI-Yes it is hard to pronounce...I have heard it all my life. Yes there are a lot of letters. Yes because it ends in -ski, therefore it is Polish. Recently, I have been drawn to learn and celebrate more of my Polish heritage (I am really an American mutt....Polish, Irish, Swedish, Belgian and Bohemian). Because of that I made it one of my goals to attend Polish Fest on Milwaukee's Lakefront. It did not disappoint. Not only did the family try a Polish sampler plate such that included a Polish Sausage, potato pancakes, Polish noodles, and of course, Pierogies....yes pierogies! One of the best foods I have ever had were the Pierogies at the Polonez booth absolutely delicious! Overall it was a great experience and I hope to continue to learn more and more about the motherland...Poland. You may see us back there in 2011.