Scooting Around

I am my own man. Some people call that "marching to the beat of you own drummer." Maybe... but I scoot. Check out the video Emily took while babysitting me last night (overnight!). Woo hoo!!

A New Skill

I love nesting cups inside each other. It keeps me entertained longer than just about anything. Check me out!

Goodbye, Johnny Jump Up

It's been a good run - four months to thirteen months - but I've outgrown my bouncer. I hit the 25-pound weight limit and so it's time to say goodbye. Here we are in our last few minutes together.

 

Breakfast

I'm becoming very independent. This makes meals challenging. Take a look...

 

Sick Baby

Remember Mom's business trip I told you about? I thought that would be a good time to get very, very sick. Apparently, I have allergies, which led to a bad cold, which made it hard to breathe. Dad took great care of me, and so did Keyla. Here I am looking pitiful, doing my breathing treatment and then looking better at the doctor's office for my follow-up appointment.

Like a Fox...

Like my outfit? I'm pretty sneaky, and pretty cute, so Mom and Dad thought a fox tee shirt suited me just fine. I agree!!

 

Helping Mom Pack

Mom took a business trip to Chicago this month. She didn't want to leave me - and I wondered why she's never shown me this super-cool zippered box toy. This thing is awesome!

 

Destructive

Now that I'm semi-mobile (I scoot...), I'm pretty into just about everything I shouldn't be. Picture frames and the fireplace are my go-to targets. I made this mess in about 30 seconds...

 

At the Park with Miguel

Now that the shutdown is over, our park has reopened, officially. Not that it ever stopped us. Miguel and I won't be denied a fun afternoon on the swings!

 

Tearing it Up with Ben Platt

Here I am playing with my buddy, Ben. I'm finally big enough! With all the toys we have, the pantry is still the coolest place to play. Go figure...

 

Fine Dining

 

Here I am out for lunch with Mom and Dad on 14th Street.  Perusing the menu. Meh...

More from Halloween!

 

More pictures from Halloween! Better late than never... I didn't last long in my costume, plus it rained, so I helped Mom and Dad hand out candy.

 

 

Tough Day at the Office!

Since it is Halloween, I went to visit Mom at work.  Wow was that tough!  Here I am before and after - I was ready for a snack after all this was over!

Happy Birthday to Me!!!!

 

Hello everyone, can you believe I turn one on Wednesday??!!!  This weekend Mom and Dad had a party for me to celebrate.  I had lots of family and friends there including my BCJ (Big Cousin John).  I had such a good time, I was all smiles and was LOVING the attention.  The best part was when Mom and Dad let me have this thing called cake and sugar.  I can't believe how good it tasted!  To tell you the truth, I am a little mad at them for holding out until now.  I will be sure to get them back some day.

Thanks Uncle AJ!

 

Uncle AJ sent me a fantastic hat for my birthday.  Naturally, it is a Tiger cap and I love it!  Here I am watching the Tigers beat Florida on Saturday.  While the Tigers pulled out a victory, it was close for a while.  Like Mom, I am a very passionate fan.  Look out Dad.

Crawling and Bouncy Houses

I had a pretty big day today.  I am starting to get a feel for this crawling thing (although I am still learning).  I also got my first visit with a bouncy house at the block party.  Mom and Dad were sure to keep me away from the big kids and safe, but despite the look on my face here, it sure was fun.  I can't wait for the next party!

Obama...

Mom and Dad are always complaining about this Obama guy.  I never understood until today when my favorite park was closed!  Turns out that Fort Bayard Park is on Federal land and is closed to everyone (except the homeless looking guy on the bench) because of the shutdown.

While even Dad admitted that this one wasn't Obama's fault he does want the government back in business so I can play.  Get to work Congress!!! 

Close ups

 

Here are few tight close ups.  One before dinner and one after, see if you can guess...

Play group!

Here I am at play group with my friend Sienna!  We are fast friends.

Rocking Horse!

 

Uncle AJ was nice enough to let me borrow his rocking horse.  I really love it, thanks Uncle AJ!

Trip to CT

 

 

 

Here are a few pix from my trip to CT.

Swim lessons

I love the water!  Dad and I had a great time swimming. I can't wait to go back.

Lunch with Miguel

 

Me and Miguel are having a snack. I get the big chair!

Hanging out with Miguel

Miguel and I are having a great day hanging out. Life is good - people pushing us around while we cross our legs and relax. We may never want to grow up!

Granddaddy's house

Mom took me on an airplane ride and we went to visit Granddaddy, Lola, and Uncle AJ.  What fun we had - we went on a boat ride, ate crabs and sang songs. What a trip!