Thursday, November 4, 2010

Skills ... I Have Some

Our little man impresses us daily.  He is so fun to watch as he explores and conquers his little world.  Here are 11 things he does consistently during his 11th month...

1.  Waves "Hi" and "Bye" to mommy and daddy [and all strangers who  may have admired him in public].
2.  Purposely "unlocks" Daddy's touch screen phone.
3.  Presents us with "gifts" after each nap and in the morning.  [Daddy gets the best gifts like stuffed animals!]
4.  Signs a modified sign for "cup."
5. Understands and responds to my playful request of "Take that paci out of your mouth!" He then regally presents it to me.
6.  Cruises like crazy.  He has shuffle-stepped 1-2 steps a few times for Daddy.  Walking is right around the corner!
7.  Crawls up the steps (quickly) to the tune of "Wild Blue Yonder."  He can make it all the way up before the song ends.
8.  Seriously gives THE BEST HUGS.  They are 100% intentional and so incredibly sweet.
9.  Roars and growls appropriately when he sees a lion or tiger.  Also says his version of "cat" and "dog" whenever he sees Rye-lee, Kaila, or Syra.
10.  Still shares so well.  He gets frustrated if you don't take and keep the toy/stuffed animal that he has chosen.
11.  Dances by bobbing his head, bending his knees and dropping his little booty.  Any type of music gets him moving!  He dances to country, Christian, or rap on the radio, jingles and background music on commercials, and to the music from his toys.


He is so much fun, quite talented ... and oh so cute!

Monday, November 1, 2010

Having a Ball!

 Alekzander and his handsome buddies, Liam and Aiden 
:: having a ball at Liam's house ::

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Happy Halloween

Mama Bear and her little raccoon

A liger (our soccer team name), a bear, and a raccoon, oh my!
Our first Halloween as a family of three!

My boys (as seen from a moving golf cart!)

 Brooks and Alekzander and their mamas

Cross Pumpkin by Daddy

Friendly Raccoon Pumpkin  by Mommy

Scary Face Pumpkin by Daddy

Paws for Candy

  This little raccoon is hoping to get his "paws" on some yummy candy!

Friday, October 29, 2010

Walk Beside Me


Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. 
Don't walk behind me; I may not lead.
Just walk beside me and be my friend.
::Albert Camus::

Thursday, October 28, 2010

City Mice in the Country


My little city mouse accompanied me to the 'country' today.
Though only a 30 minute drive, it seems like worlds away from 
our big community in the 'burbs.
We were lucky enough to visit our friends
{{and borrow an adorable owl hat!}}
and take some pictures on their property.
Don't city mice look happy in the country?



Wednesday, October 27, 2010

A Raccoon on the Loose

Halloween is right around the corner.
And this little critter is ready!