Weeks 34, 35, 36

How did it happen...again?!  It feels like I've just posted, but now nearly 3 weeks have gone by!  There's SO much to learn, do, play, discover...the time just flies by. 

Since my last post, Mommy and Daddy's friends Lauren and Ben Kaplan got married.  I couldn't attend the wedding, but I sure got to boogie to some great Cuban Guitar music during an awesome celebratory BBQ:

Us with the newlyweds!

Well, another one bites the dust!  At least I'll remain a bachelor for a good while longer.
 Congrats, Ben, you look SUPER happy!!!

In the past couple of weeks, I've begun my swim lessons!  The nice swim instructor, Kim, tells me I'm such a good baby!  During the first lesson she was being so careful.  My parents asked her if she'll "dunk" me this lesson.  She said she doesn't do that on the first lesson.  They told her I've been "dunked" plenty of times.  So, she did!  Now that I'm on to my fourth lesson, I can go allllllll the way under, and it's no big deal.  I just hold my breath and wait to come up again!  I also love to float, splash, and kick kick kick!

Before my lessons, Daddy got me this special float. 
I get to play in the pool and stay out of the sun! 
If only I could find one like this for him!

Psyching myself up for my first swim lesson!

Learning to float.



Getting comfortable on my tummy.



Time for a dunk.  This is nothing now...now I go ALLLLLLLL the way under!

Survival of my first swim lesson.  Phew!

Besides swimming, I had another visit from my Godfathers, Aaron and Eric, and their Doggie, Pequod.  I truly love dogs.  One day, I hope my Daddy will buy one for me!!!

Did I mention one of the reasons "the guys" were in town is because Aaron and my Mommy share the same birthday?!  We celebrated alllllll weekend.  We went to a Marlins game on Friday night (well, it was past my bedtime, so I didn't go), we went to the beach, did some grilling, and spent time with family, too.  It was great!

Eric and I cuddling on the couch!

Me with the Birthday Boy!

A happy celebration was had by all.

Well, Pequod and I may not have loved the hats....but, Mom and Aaron sure did!

And just when we thought our out of town guests were all gone...Jamie popped in to see me, again!  I LOVE my cousin.  She's awesome! 

I tried to squeeze into my "iPood" onesie that my Samson cousins got me, but it just wouldn't fit anymore.

I've now gone to the beach a couple of times.  I really like playing with my beach toys, eating the sand, and splashing in the Atlantic!  Daddy enjoys sunbathing with me, too!

And, now that summer has arrived, I've even been invited to my first pool party!  Thanks Liz and Matt!!!

June is full of birthday celebrations.  Most recently, we got to celebrate my Daddy's Dad's birthday.  I love my Poppa and was SO excited to have "breakfast for dinner" with Poppa and Grandma!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Poppa!!!

Having a very serious birthday talk.



Setting up my eating area.

Ready to chow-down!

I tried reading Poppa his birthday card....

...but, I got all chocked up on the words.

In sadder news....the Heat lost.  I was busy cheering for them, but it must've been bad luck when I went to bed, because when I woke up in the morning, the Mavs had won.  Congrats to my Dallas family...especially you, Austin!

I've been eating SO many different fruits, vegetables, and even some chicken (little pieces I can gum...since I'm 8 months old, but don't have any teeth).  Anyway, here's some "avocado" shots:

For Mother's Day, my Daddy bought mom a tomato plant....

...check out our first tomato!!!

I finally got to meet my Daddy's college roommate, Joel.  He's pretty cool.  He was so interested in me.  He said I was like a real person!  I crawl around (military-style, just for him)!  I have conversations.  And, most importantly, I eat!

Joel wanted a shot with me, "D-money." 
Hey, Joel, is it more like a Ke$ha, thing?  Should I be writing it as D-$$$?  :) 

Not bad, for the first time holding a baby, right?

Joel loved my party hat sooooooooo much!

And, of course, I've been spending time with Bubby and Zaide, too!  This was just yesterday!  You can see how curly my hair has grown.  Daddy wants me to start using "product" in my hair.  But I like it al-natural.

Two curly heads!

Bum, bum, butz...with Bub, Bub, Bubby!

That Zaide, always making me smile!

Look at me, I'm 33 (weeks)!

Now that I can move places, my parents need to furiously try to baby-proof the house as soon as possible.  I have been eating some new foods: chicken, avocado, blueberries, and rice puffs.  Those fingerfoods are very difficult to eat, but I am getting better at it.
I finally got to meet Mommy's friend Vasili and revisit with Daddy's Aunt Sandy and Uncle Sam.  Mommy has been busy with school recently.  Her Seniors graduated and Mommy gave the commencement address.  Everyone has told me that she had a great speech.  She also chaperoned a trip for the seniors to Orlando, FL.  She was away for a night, but Daddy took care of me, I didn't doubt him for a second.

Nobody hides my eyes with sunglasses.
I also use them to do my best pondering.

Mommy went away for a one night vacation,
 but she couldn't fit me in the suitcase.

Soooo snuggly clean in my towel.

 

My first time in a high chair (at a restaurant, anyway).

I will look cute for the camera, but
I have more important things to do.... CRAWL.

Both Mommy and I cannot keep the lettuce in our mouths.

Stop, stop, please stop tickling me.  I can't breathe.
But it is so much fun.

A sexy lady going to prom.

What's an Adonis complex? Why can't I stop looking at myself?

Whoever is feeding me, forgot to wipe my mouth.

Vasili is holding me.

I love the faux-hawk, it is funny to touch.

Where did my clothes go?

Bath time is soooo much fun.
I love the sink bath, plenty of water to splash.

Happy Mother's Day

It's Mother's Day and my mommy is the best!!! I bought her flowers; tulips are her favorite. It's been a while since I last showed you guys what I have been up to and it has been fun. I took my first plane ride to Philadelphia and met many of Mommy and Daddy's friends. I hung out with lots of friends and family, most of whom I have met before, but some new faces. Then I experienced my first Seder, which was so much fun. I have also been swimming a bunch recently. I'm not ready to do laps on my own, but I don't complain as much as Daddy when I get into the water. I went to the beach for the first time, which meant I was allowed to play in the sand. I did go into the ocean, but the waves were too rough for me. My first cousin, Laila, came down and we had a great time with Bubby and Zaide. Uncle Brian and Aunt Shana came down with the dogs, which are my favorite; but, I understand that Daddy doesn't love dogs, so I will not ask him for one in the future.

My first plane ride involves me waking up ever so early!

Safety is no joking matter. Please buckle up.
Look at all my leg room, is Daddy jealous?



Hanging out with Jen on the couch up
in Jersey. New Jersey.



Mommy's teacher friends from Philly.



Hanging out with my Bauby and Zaidy!

Why do I have to sit in the crack?

At least I have my feet.




Hello Safta!!!



Keith came to visit from Israel.



  

Cuddling on the couch with Zaide.





I am so proud of Mommy for dressing me in a
 stylish bathing suit. Time for cannonballs.



Mommy and I are lounging in the pool.

 

THE BEACH, THE BEACH!!! I LOVE THE BEACH!!!


 

Who has rounder eyes? The frog or yours truly?



Getting ready for my first seder.

 

I have two things that break easily. Better not handle them both at once.





Bubby with her favorite grandchildren.

 

Laila. Fully accessorized and ready to roll!





Bubby's face is fun to play with...





...but it tastes even better!!!



An intense staring contest between Aunt Shana and me.






I make these shades look good.



Hmmm...





There is a column by our pool that has been taken over by doves. The mama dove built a nest and laid some eggs. Two baby doves hatched and are learning to fly. It is neat seeing mother nature in action.

Big hug with Alison!

At Melissa's rehearsal dinner.

A special congratulations are in order to Melissa Anderson and her new husband Sun. As well as, Courtney Rapps and her husband Fred. My parents are so happy for both of you and said that your weddings were truly happy occasions. Even though I wasn't invited, I heard they were great events.



Mommy and her roomies at Courtney's wedding.







Some of Daddy's dental school friends checking the shark for periodontal disease. 

 

And finally Aunt Susie showed up to rock me to sleep.