Zander's first Halloween

Here is Zander at daycare today, he is next to his girlfriend Jocelyn. She was the one a few weeks ago who was talking to him on the floor and they were holding hands before Tony got there. We found out today Jocelyn is movin' on up to the next room - Hippo room. So he will need to find a new girlfriend in the class, don't worry he has lots of choices as they just got two new girls last week.

The costume came all the way from Phoenix AZ. I was scrambling this week to find a costume because I was not going to buy him one just for a few hours at daycare. My boss was kind enough to send two costumes for us that her Mom made for her two kids. Thanks Peg, as you can see he loves it!

Alright tomorrow is our big 80's party. Check back on Sunday to see pictures!

Happy Halloween! Tony and I are off to Josh and Shawn's wedding now. Yes, Kalli we pawned Zander off with Dan and Liz tonight.

4 months and he is a genius!

We went to his four month appointment yesterday and he is 16 pounds, 6 ounces and 26 inches long. He is in the 80% tile for all. So as Dr. Trias's says "everything looks beautiful, really beautiful!"

As you know he started on cereal a few weeks ago. We began giving him baby food tonight. That was fun, his first taste of baby food - peas. I am not sure why I started with something I don't even like. His face was priceless, he kept giving a look like am I suppose to like this, he continued to eat it so that is good. We will continue with peas for the next 4-5 days. Tony is most excited about feeding him baby food because he can't stand the look and smell of the cereal.

They are impressed with his head control and the rolling over. He now rolls from his belly onto his back over and over again!

Here is a picture of Zander and I. Isn't he adorable!

Here is a picture of him from daycare yesterday. Look at that big ol' smile, now you see why I don't worry about him during the day!

This weekend we are going to the best show ever in Tony's eyes, the Food and Wine show. We have 10 friends going with us so that will be a lot of fun! Liz is taking the DD role from me this year since she is pregnant. Poor girl! And then next weekend is our big halloween party - this year's theme - 80's. I doubt I will have time to post between now and then but check back after halloween to see Zander's costume. Oh yeah, he is going to be in 80's!!!

Zander's on Youtube!

I finally downloaded some short videos of Zander. Enjoy!!



The First bite of food!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MTJtJWgxlw



The 4th bite of food:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erRq_qMwmrY


Zander giggling:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeTdZsNusEY





We broke out the jumparoo today and he loves it. He is getting his legs ready for playing basketball at Indiana basketball!

Zander loves his cereal!

Zander began eating cereal on Friday. He did great, on Saturday we were over at Amy, Erik and Grace's house and he was whinning because I was taking too long getting the cereal to his mouth. It was quite funny! I guess he is ready for cereal. We are hoping this helps him sleep longer than 3 hour stretches. So far it has not but we are still hopeful.

Another milestone that was met this week was he rolled over for the first time from his belly to his back. We were clapping and cheering after he did it and he was just so confused on why we were so happy. He hasn't done it since, I am sure he doesn't want us to act like that again, so he will keep to his back.

We went to Tony's cousin/good friends of ours KC and Julie's wedding last weekend (10-3). It was a blast. Julie (and KC) planned the wedding in three weeks, and it was beautiful. Who says you need a year to plan it? Just ask Julie! The wedding was at KC's parents cabin in Phillips WI, which is a little less than 4 hours away. It is amazing up there. His parents have a waterfront lot for sale, so you know who is eyeing that up. That's right Zander and I. Now we just have to get Tony on board with it. That won't take long with Zander's laugh, my smile and a few cocktails. haha. To see pictures from the wedding, click here: http://photos1.walmart.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=1273402005/a=24700081_24700081/

To view most recent pictures of the little guy, click here:
http://photos1.walmart.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=1273836005/a=24700081_24700081/

Take care!

Little Zander is not so little anymore!

Yes, we are still here. I have been busy celebrating my 30th birthday! What has happened the last few weeks? Where do I start? Zander has found his hands that are now in his mouth constantly! He either has his fist in there, a finger or sometimes even his thumb. It’s quite cute. Then the past few days he has learned how to talk. Wow, does he talk and it doesn’t stop – oh, oh he takes after his Mom. He definitely knows who Tony is, I think he spends more time with him than me. Last night I got home from class I was holding and kissing him and he was just starring at Tony. I said “no Mom is over here” he didn’t care he wanted to see his Daddy. Oh well, at least he likes one of us at this point.
He is doing really well at school, he has so much too look at that he doesn’t take a full bottle, he just snacks. He had his school pictures taken a few weeks ago, so those should be cute Ms. Amber said he did well. Yesterday Tony picked him up and he was laying next to Jocelyn and she was just talking away at him and he was just starring at her. I guess earlier they were even holding hands. Oh, oh Zander is already getting the ladies!
Tony and I had our first full weekend away from Zander – we celebrated my 30th birthday in style. We went to Chicago – shopped for two days, went on a dinner cruise on Friday night and then on Saturday night (my actual birthday 9/19) we had dinner at the Signature Room on the 95th floor of the John Hancock building. Wow was that the best meal I ever had. Then we went out on the town to a few of our favorite bars.
Last weekend – I had a girls weekend, they surprised me with a trip to Galena, IL. We went to a winery, spa, stayed at Amy Bo’s grandparents second home which is a beautiful home in the territories and then danced the night away at a local bar. I didn’t know where we were doing until we got to the winery! It was a great surprise with my friends – Amy Be, Amy Bo, Liz, Julie (who is getting married this weekend up north!), Lila, Alli, Teresa, and my Mom. Oh yes, I can not forget the best part of the night when my Mom was getting hit on at the bar. This guy was putting his arm around her said some things I can’t repeat and kept telling her she had to be six years old when she had me. It was quite funny! Thanks ladies for making my 30th birthday so special.
As soon as I get my pictures uploaded I will send a link. But for now enjoy a picture from Zander at daycare today.

We survived our first day!

Zander and I survived our first day, yesterday! His first day at daycare went really well. I dropped him off as he was laughing and smiling, so needless to say I didn't cry. I picked him up and he was crying because he was hungry however when he heard my voice he stopped and started smiling and cooing. That made my day - he really knows who I am! :-)

My first day at work went well and went really fast. I looked at the clock thinking it was 10 but it was 1:00. I am still going through emails but I am glad to be back at work.

I then had school and I will admit it was a long day since I was at school until 9 pm. But Tony was nice enough to take both feedings last night so I was able to be fully rested for today!

For Zander's second day, Ms. Amy and Ms. Michelle (Zander's teachers) did painting with Zander. He got to paint with his feet. It is absolutely adorable the picture they took of him in his diaper. Ms. Amy told me that he was so confused as to why there was wet cold stuff on his feet that was colorful, but he loved it and loved getting his feet washed afterwards!

Here is a picture of Zander and I on our first day!

It looks like Zander already has some of Grandma Ruthie's artistic ability!

Like father like son!

Zander is now 9 weeks old and growing like a weed. He is now wearing 3-6 months onesies and sleepers but in 0-3 month pants however they are short on him but they are so big they fall off his waist. Just like Tony - tall, skinny and no butt! :-)

Below is a picture I took of him last night. He was starring at the TV and what was on - football. As you can imagine Tony is excited that Zander already likes football already. Just wait until basketball begins and Zander will be cheering with his Mom.

Tony and I are heading out of town tomorrow for our annual camping/canoe trip. My Mom is taking Zander for the night, first night without Mr. Z man. It should be fun, although very chilly as the high for the day is suppose to be 63.

Look at Zander's hippo hat that he got from Cousin Owen! He loves it. As you can see it won't fit for much longer, so luckily the next few days will be chilly so he will be able to wear it.

Zander's two month appointment was this past Monday. He was 13 pounds and 23.5 inches long. He got some shots and did pretty well. He mostly liked the rotovirus drink - it's sugary. He kept wanting more, so he got the Vosberg sweet tooth!