She just woke up!

Having Novali here has been a real treat! She just woke up and wants to listen to the CD, "I love you this much" and sing along. Of course, my sons will understand when I mention how much I enjoy reading to her in the car or before bed. I still remember many nights and afternoons of reading to my children; the only thing better is singing and rocking together. I invented songs with each of the kid's name in them.
Novali is completely bilingual. She can hear a story in Spanish and then retell it in English. I am amazed. Occasionally she will stumble over a word, but a quick pause and off she goes again, in either language. We're hoping she will not forget her Spanish, as she tends to use mostly English now. Sam and Andy know how hard it is to relearn the Spanish. I always admired their determined efforts to regain the language, especially having to take it at Arthur Hill High. I especially remember working with Andy on some homework! I guess they will both agree traveling back to Bolivia on their own was the best way to learn.
Must make this short. One thing about having kids or grandkids - your time is not always your own.