new word - "ook"

Book. :) You love books, little monkey. And it thrills me. Its going to be fun when you can really talk, because I have a feeling that you have so much to say!!

New Development - mommy must close the door!

So, the little stinker, figured out how to open the screen door to our garage and without much ado, I might add. When I take a 3 minute potty break, I will now be closing the bathroom door so you, little monkey, cannot get out. When I got done with my quick private moment, you were in the driveway. I really can't believe that I am typing this - mother of the year award right here. But I never dreamed you would be able to do that. So, latches on screen doors... and any other safety precautions will be taken from here on out. Just can't trust your curious and intelligent mind...one more word to describe your actions, "stealth - like" ! :)

Bu Bu

Monkey says Bye Bye on cue now... says not just shows it. So cute. We went to the zoo with friends today. Its February and it was 65 in the a.m. So nice to be out in the refreshing warm air. It does so much good for the soul. Fitting, that at the zoo, monkey's favorite animal were the monkeys. Well, those and the swimming penguines were fun too! :)

Blowing Kisses

So, yesterday, monkey, you started blowing kisses.... I am pretty sure its my favorite thing you do so far. Other than your dancing style. :)

Happy Valentine's Day

I am so blessed to have my guys as Valentine's. Thank you Lord. We started the day with a sugar cookie.... Got some valentines. A balloon from Granny and Pa. Grandma and Grandpa gave you a new book and a stuffed teddy that reads back to you. Daddy got mommy some flowers and chocolates. It was a day filled of love... every day is. I heart you both....my favorite and funny valentines. :)

February Developments

Complete with tooth number 8.

Safety first for the cabinets since you like to eat floor cleaner.

First official hair cut.

Layden, you love to spin around in circles and then stand there and look at us like, "whoa" and then do it again.

The cutest thing that you are doing is giving kisses with sound affects and all!

And, you are starting to take instruction... "layden, go get your green ball". You do!! You are so smart.

February 2011- Blizzard

We got 14 inches of snow. Layden looks completely overwhelmed at first but then completely settles into the idea. He loves to be outside. (period).

Beginning Messages from Mommy

So, I have decided to start blogging again. I have been keeping a note book of the past year that I might use to catch up here. Per the suggestion of a friend of mine, I want to leave messages for Layden to read later and for us to remember these times better. As I remember them too, I will post about stories that I remember from my mom and dad. :)