Better than Training Wheels

This scene was in the evening February 9th, 2010. Kyler finally wants to walk for real. The 3 kids helping him are 3 of his favorite people in the world. He spends many many hours at their house and is always ready to go back for more. This family makes him feel like there is no other baby in the world (being the center of attention comes naturally to him).

Who needs a Crib?

Who needs a crib when you can relax in a king sized bed? Not this child. We have enjoyed sharing our bed immensely with this Angel. We approach nighttime parenting with a hands on view. Kyler sleeps in the middle and we don't miss a thing with this baby! Some of our most treasured memories are first thing in the morning when he wakes. He is usually happy beyond belief and chatty in the morning. The last few months we wake up to, "Hi!" and this week a kiss as well. Too bad we have a gorgeous bassinet, crib, crib set, and extra sheets that will never get used.... I really wish I could have waited until after the baby got here to purchase all the equipment. Honestly, a massage or spa day for Mommy would have benefitted the kid a lot more than these items did. I would like to say an extra thankyou to anyone who reads this and bought Kyler any of that stuff. I really thought we needed it. I really had no idea what kind of parent I would be until he got here. I would also like to put another plug in for Attachment Parenting right here!!!

Dog gaining weight

Shaka is putting on more than his winter coat now that the Baby is eating. One for Kyler, Two for Shaka. Some for baby, lots for puppy...
It may be hard to see, but Shaka is the big black dog peeking around the chair hoping for some scrambled egg sandwich~

He DOES Eat!

January 21st, 2010 my fears were washed away. I truly thought that this child would live on "nanny milk" INDEFINITELY. Turns out he will eat. He will eat Anything. Amazing.
He is covered in avocado in this picture. He ate Indian Tacos happily and Mommy slept good that night.

Practice what you Preach

I think it is safe to say that everyone knows not to let their children play with their cell phones. I give my husband a hard time for letting our son play with his on a regular basis. I tell him it will be ruined quickly. Well....I have not made it a huge issue when the baby gets my phone----and now MY phone doesn't work. There is 6lbs of drool and remnants of a mini-wheat inside the charger hole... Kevin's phone is still trucking along just fine.
Thank goodness it is still under warranty and the free replacement is on its way. Thankyou Verizon. No texting for Mommy until Wednesday- what a great opportunity to get back in touch with a phone call to those I regularly communicate with but don't talk to.

Just so you know there is a text waiting for me, I cannot get to it.....Driving me crazy

NiNies

SO.......My 13.5 month old baby loves to nurse. Still. I know that is shocking for some. I just want to say how much I enjoy nursing an older baby. My sweet baby says, "NiNi Mama, NiNies." Nurses, follows by saying, "Daint Dou!" (His version of Thankyou). and continues on his merry way. I am so lucky that is a part of my day! Sometimes I get exhausted from nursing him all the time and having to pump when I work, but it is with a Glad Heart that I continue to offer my son human milk =)

~I wanna be like you-hoo-ooo~

From a very early age my son has mimicked his Dad. On days that I was home when the baby woke up he would try to show me the games they played. At about 4 months (the age in this picture), Kyler would pull the comforter over his head and smile at me. Translation- "Daddy and I play peek-a-boo in bed when you are at work Mommy." On Thursday this week I came home from work early and got to enjoy the boys "working out." Kevin follows the video and Kyler follows Kevin. Kyler goes to the weights on the floor and "works" with them while breathing loud and heavy "Phoo's" (spelling the sound is a challenge). I have no idea how Kevin can continue with a straight face. I about fell out of my chair laughing at the sight. I only wish I would have had the camera out. I need a photographer at home and especially while I'm at work.......
p.s. Kyler's favorite relax-time movie right now is Jungle Book. So sing yourself a little King Louis---it will stick in your head all day!