Spring Break 2011

The weather was beautiful and the activities were perfect. This spring break we visited the FW Zoo with Sam's mother. Lucas loves that place and gets so excited about seeing all the animals. It was fun having Sam and his mother get to enjoy Lucas' excitement too. We had a play date with Christopher, who is 4. Lucas got to play with some really cool toys. Lucas helped bake his first batch of cupcakes. He helped smash the strawberries and hold the mixer, but all he really wanted to do was stick the spatula in the batter and eat it. He brought cupcakes to "Nel-nel," (Chanel) his babysitter across the street, too. We played outside alot, as the weather so so beautiful. He played basketball, threw the ball, rode his batman big wheel and tricycle, played with his trucks and trains, too. And of course, we went on runs and played at the playground. I think the only thing we missed was flying a kite. We will have to get one of those soon before the winds stop.

My favorite part of the entire week was getting to hear him wake up and start reading and playing in his crib. I've tried catching him with the video camera but it seems I just haven't been able to do it. I wish I could share it with you as it is the cutest thing in the world!

Winter Storm 2011

As we all know, north Texas was hit with a huge ice storm on February 1. After the ice came down, we had snow and then more snow on Thursday. Temperatures were COLD, but we still had a good time. We played in the snow, took a few walks, did sticker art, made cookies for daddy, read books, watched plenty of DVDs with Buzz and Woody, woke daddy up with surprise kisses, made Lucas' valentines cards, and even went sledding. Saturday warmed up enough for us to visit Sundance Square to see all the Superbowl hoopla. We had a good time, but I think we will all be glad to be back to our normal routine. And Lucas will be even more happy to be able to ride his batman big wheel. It really is difficult to get a 20 month old to understand his big wheel really doesn't work on ice!

Catching Up with some Holiday pics!!

Hope everyone had a wonderful year. We have had an eventful one ourselves. It has been fun watching lil Lucas grow. He, I am sure like any baby, is a handful. With all the ups and downs, we enjoyed every minute. Here are a couple of pics from Halloween and a bit more from Christmas. We wish everyone wonderful blessings, and hope to see you very soon.

Lucas & Santa

Our neighborhood sponsored a visit with Santa earlier this month. It was perfect as we didn't have to wait in a long line. The event turned out to be a family affair as Lucas was not interested or willing to sit on Santa's lap. I had to sit on Santa's lap and hold Lucas. Lucas was still not interested and kept reaching for Sam, so Sam had to join us too. The picture was snapped and you can tell Lucas was not enjoying it at all. Too funny! At least we didn't have to wait in line for hours and Luke's meeting with Santa ended quickly enough!!

Lucas eating lunch or sleeping?

I took this video a while back but just figured out how to get the video from my phone to the computer. I know, I'm a slow learner, but eventually I'll get it. Anyway, I think he's changed alot in the past 1.5 months since this video was taken but it's just too cute not to share. He must have played hard that morning....

We've been busy!

We've been busy over the past two months. Lucas has had some fun moments: spaghetti fed by himself, college color day with Mom, vacuuming for mom, playing hide & seek in Max's kennel, and hanging out with Dad. In October, we went to the FW zoo and attempted the pumpkin patch but the weather rained us out. Maybe we'll get that in before the pumpkins are gone. We traveled to Port Neches for my 20 year class reunion. Lucas went to his first volleyball game to watch the Rock-A-Noos and headed over to the stadium for his first friday night lights football game. Unfortunately, we didn't make it to the end of the game because Lucas was too tired. Lucas got to spend his first night away from mom and dad with his cousins Cade and Cale. Aunt Nancy said he had a great time dancing to music and playing with his big cousins.

So far, we haven't been able to get a picture of Lucas in his Halloween costume because he cries/screams whenever we try to get him in it. It might be time to try a different costume! This weekend we'll be carving our pumpkin, attempting the pumpkin patch, and try to go trick or treating to a few houses. It'll be a wonderful weekend. It Lucas cooperates, we'll post pics of Halloween soon!

Can you say "buh - buhl" ?

At a friends birthday party, Lucas started saying bubble when he saw the bubble machine going. We are so excited we had to catch it on video since this is his first 2 syllable word--unless you want to count, UH-OH.

Later, unprompted he did "tickle, tickle, tickle, to Lori. All this brings us lots of laughs. This is such a fun age! He laughs hysterically when one of the dogs tries to give him "kisses." He is really into playing with his blocks, going down the slide by himself, and climbing into the tall chairs at the kitchen island. He's also becoming interested in buckles and snaps, his shoes, and the best part--he loves putting his things away (usually!) Lets hope that sticks around!

Hope you enjoy the video as much as we did.