Just dropping in to say, "BOO!" Well, this really was me hiding in the closet and screaming "Ahhhhhhh" every time I popped my head out:
I also got my 3rd haircut today (well, second if you don't count the terrible one my folks gave me a few weeks ago-- Daddy tried to give me a haircut, then Mommy tried to fix Daddy's haircut...let's just say, I'm going for a more professional look from now on):
Finally, the other night, my Mommy was entertaining me (as I was beginning to get cranky, since it was past my bedtime). Daddy got Mom's silliness on tape (I like the video because I'm laughing, but I know my Mom is embarrassed by it)....oh well! :)
So much has been going on...my life has been a zoo! Let's backtrack to just before Valentine's Day. Daddy had a softball game and it was "cold" out. Before leaving, we had a great breakfast and then bundled up!
My new "thing" is walking up to the fridge & saying, "bottle please."
It was chilly, but I was fine "chilling" in my hoodie and stroller.
Bubby and Zaide came to watch me that Monday. I love wearing Zaide's hat!
Don't I pull the hat off well?
Along came Valentine's Day. I got to celebrate by going out to dinner with Grandma and Papa and Mommy and Daddy!
In the morning, I woke up earlier than normal and got to help Mommy get ready. I walked into the bathroom with Daddy's birthday balloon and Goodnight Moon. What a way to start the day!
Ain't I the romantic?
Racing with Papa after dinner (hope I didn't make him lose his meal)!
The next day, I was playing outside and decided to jump on my bouncy ball. The big ball won, and I bumped my head! Daddy got home from work before Mommy did on this particular day and this happened moments before he arrived. But, the minute I saw Daddy, I stopped crying.
Moments after I bumped my head.
A few days later....I got myself good, didn't I?!
I love spending time outside. In fact, I usually get to go on at least one walk a day. Here are a few pictures from some of my outdoor adventures:
Discovering the fire hydrant!
Clear the roads, I'm coming through!
I usually ride the blue doggie at home, but here I am on a red one!
More fun at the playground.
Daddy has me learning hockey early.
Which weighs more, me or the stick?
Doesn't matter, I can handle it!
Bring on the ice!
As per usual, I still enjoy eating. Especially when my Grandma and Bubby spoil me with ice cream!
Grandma was smart and got ice cream that matched both of the colors she was wearing...you know, in case I became a messy eater! P.S. The next day, it came out the same color, too! TMI?
Either I'm really cold, or it's the color of the ice cream!
Cookies 'n Cream. Mmmmmmmmmmmmm.
In other news, I made my way back to the pool. That's right, folks, swim lessons have resumed! Unfortunately, I didn't remember my teacher, and now that I'm a bit older, I cried the entire time. But, whenever I'm in the bath tub, I LOVE it and I flip onto my belly and blow bubbles in the water and kick, kick, kick my legs. So, maybe next week I'll transition that attitude to my pool time! (Oh yeah, and we forgot to take pictures of this...so stay tuned)!
What my parents did remember to take pictures of was the birthday party I went to yesterday. Daddy's college friend's son had his 2nd birthday and he had a petting zoo at his house! It was amazing. I got to see a llama, a cow, piglets, sheep, lamb, goat, ducks, chickens, rabbits, and horses.
At first I pointed at everything.
Then I tried to pet them...but they're quick animals!
My favorite were the ducks (even if they kept pecking at my fingers -- I didn't mind, I just liked playing with them).
In fact, I thought it was funny.
Ouch, he got me!
Next up, feeding a goat!
But when you feed one, you have to feed them all!
Can't leave the big guy out!
I have got to get me one of these!
Holding a rabbit
Snuggle Bunny
Cheeeeeeeese
My first pony ride!
First time around.
Loved the "bumps"
Still had time to point out flowers along my ride!
There was no one in line behind me, so I got to ride again!
Time to slide!
Cooling off with some fresh fruit...
...and cold fruit juice!
Playing with the birthday boy!
I always find time to stop and smell the flowers.
Daddy and I waiting to sing "Happy Birthday."
Trying to enjoy my cupcake and cookie, but it's hard to stay awake after all that fun!
February has been so much fun, and its only just begun!
One night I had a great dinner with Grandma and Papa...and then they "swung" me to the car:
Usually after I eat dinner, my Mommy and Daddy start to get me ready for bed. We have a pretty good routine of taking a bath, snuggling with a bottle and a good book (or five), brushing my teeth, and then bedtime!
Sometimes I put off the whole getting ready for bed thing:
And other times I am so tired I ask for my bath time:
All videos aside, I have really had so much fun with all of the Northerners that come to visit us in the winter time! The month began with a visit from the Tavelman's (when Susan retired from teaching in her inner city classroom, Mommy took over her classes -- they've been friends ever since)! Each year we get to see them while they visit warm South Florida.
Susan, Mommy, Me, and Jerry
I love the wind blowing through my hair...
And pulling on Daddy's!
Nothing like unfrozen fountains and shorts in February!
Mommy's school had a "YouTube night" that she had to chaperone. Daddy was running a little late, so I joined Mommy for the set-up portion.
Uncle David, I walked across the stage without any fear - do I exit stage left?
I got to give Mommy a rose...here she is making a funny face and smelling it.
Oh, what a sweet baby I am.
Then Daddy arrived and we left Mommy to do her work!
Great Auntie Karen and Great Uncle Lester took a lovely cruise and visited with me a couple of times. Unfortunately, we didn't get any pictures with them (guess we were too busy during their visit)! But, I did have fun splashing in a puddle before heading out to see them. I must be in denial. I can't wait for my swim lessons to begin again!
Check out this puddle I found.
Does it splatter?
Oh yeah, it's a good one!
Splish Splash
I'm wet? You mean I have to change my outfit before we leave?
Recently, I've been sitting and reading my books all by myself.
Oh, OH, this is a good one!
But, I don't do everything on my own. Sometimes I like to steal my Daddy's breakfast.
Delicious!
Other times I like to eat my own (but I still want to eat the same thing Mommy and Daddy are eating -- including Bubby's leftover Super Bowl foods of stuffed mushrooms and ribs)!
Sure, I'll have a stuffed mushroom. Don't all babies eat them?
Putting my teeth to good use!
I'm somewhat of a cookie monster, so Daddy has resorted to hiding when he eats his cookies (here he is hiding behind me doing a victory dance, until I realized what he was doing and started crying for a cookie)!
And, yet, Grandma still finds the time to spoil me with Ice Cream!
Of course with all of these great meals, I need to work the food off:
Slinky Elephant Trunk
Yeah, Nemo ball!
Practicing my Kick!
Cherry is helping me with the basics.
Sometimes I need to help Daddy with the business, though. Got to keep up with our education by participating in a Webinar!
Huh.
Who knew teeth could be so interesting?!
All this playing can really wear a guy out!
My folks tell me to cover my mouth when yawning (it's the polite thing to do)!
Today, I was supposed to go with Mommy, Linda, and BK to the Garlic Fest...but I slept right through it all! So, they (and Zaide) came for a visit, instead!
Come on, Bub, lift me just a little bit higher...
Rockin' it with the G-rents.
Playing the new game Linda taught me....buzzzz.
Hanging out with BK.
Stuck between a rock and a hard place, literally.
Then we had a lovely dinner with Grandma and Papa:
Mmmm, Tijuana Flats.
Lastly, I mixed it up a bit, and did some light reading before going in for my bath. Ahhhhhh, life is good!
