Saturday, July 10, 2010
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Fourth of July Weekend - Sisters, OR
We spent the holiday weekend in Sisters, OR with a bunch of friends from our community group. Sisters is BEAUTIFUL and it was just the escape that we needed. Koze and I made some new friends and got to know some current friends a little better. Here are a few pictures...
Friday, June 18, 2010
7 months...Really?
Yep. Today Koze is 7 months. We celebrated with a LONG walk up to Mt Tabor a swing on the swings and then we headed downtown to Jamison Square for a quick dip in the fountain. I think Koze's favorite part of going out is the people watching. I'm sure he's trying to figure out how he can run around like the big kids. I think it frustrates him a little bit. Or maybe a lot. He's been extra grunty lately. Plus he is starting to really teeth so the past few days/nights have been a little harder. He wants to CRAWL so bad! Or just be able to get to whatever it is he is wanting at any given moment. He's started reaching out and waving his arms at objects and people that he wants to grab onto. Every morning when we walk down the stairs there is a window about half way down and he tries every single time to grab it. He's pretty serious about it too...He kind of tucks his chin down and glares at it as he's waving his arms. Cute, cute, cute.
And then there's food. He's eating solids a couple times a day now. At first I tried some organic jarred baby food and he wasn't really a fan. THEN I started making it on my own using organic fruits and vegetables that I steamed and pureed - he LOVES it. Especially apples. Man does he love apples. And they are great because he can chew on a big fat slice and it seems to feel really good on those gums. The only downside to that is when, eventually, I have to take it away and he inevitably cries. Actually he gets sad if you take anything away but especially apples and paper. Speaking of which - books, envelopes and anything else made out of paper is his new favorite things. Forget about the drawer FULL of toys that we have. He will take a nice piece of paper over any of them...except maybe his giraffe, Sophie. Oh and also straps, like on his carseat or the strap on his diaper bag...those are also favorite things.
This month went by so fast, I think because he is keeping me busier. He seems to become a new, more grown up version of him every single day. And honestly - I am a little tired. I think school starting back up will create some balance for me. And Koze too. He will get to spend Tuesday and Thursday mornings with the Connetts and his G.G. - some of his favorites so its good all around.
And then there's food. He's eating solids a couple times a day now. At first I tried some organic jarred baby food and he wasn't really a fan. THEN I started making it on my own using organic fruits and vegetables that I steamed and pureed - he LOVES it. Especially apples. Man does he love apples. And they are great because he can chew on a big fat slice and it seems to feel really good on those gums. The only downside to that is when, eventually, I have to take it away and he inevitably cries. Actually he gets sad if you take anything away but especially apples and paper. Speaking of which - books, envelopes and anything else made out of paper is his new favorite things. Forget about the drawer FULL of toys that we have. He will take a nice piece of paper over any of them...except maybe his giraffe, Sophie. Oh and also straps, like on his carseat or the strap on his diaper bag...those are also favorite things.
This month went by so fast, I think because he is keeping me busier. He seems to become a new, more grown up version of him every single day. And honestly - I am a little tired. I think school starting back up will create some balance for me. And Koze too. He will get to spend Tuesday and Thursday mornings with the Connetts and his G.G. - some of his favorites so its good all around.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
First June Weekend Cont.
On Saturday we went out to eat at Navarre with Nicole, Noah, Marguery, Jamie and Justin. I documented our trip to and from the restaurant but was so enjoying the amazing food while we were there that I completely forgot to take any pictures. Oh well.
On our way home from a fun night with friends...
On our way home from a fun night with friends...
Saturday, June 5, 2010
First June Weekend
We started out the weekend with First Thursday and headed downtown with Kira to check out Seann's Knit Not War project which was being displayed at the Ace Hotel for the evening before being shipped to The Children's Peace Memorial in Hiroshima, Japan.
Here's a little blurb about the project:
Knitnotwar 1,0o0—a public art installation displaying a thousand knit cranes, celebrating the quiet logic of peace. More than a hundred artists contributed to knitting one thousand origami style cranes.
Friday we were up and at 'em early with a visit from Gramy, lunch at the Connett's and a little road trip up to Seattle.
And today, Saturday, I was up early getting ready while Koze enjoyed sleeping in. Such a nice morning.
Here's a little blurb about the project:
Knitnotwar 1,0o0—a public art installation displaying a thousand knit cranes, celebrating the quiet logic of peace. More than a hundred artists contributed to knitting one thousand origami style cranes.
Friday we were up and at 'em early with a visit from Gramy, lunch at the Connett's and a little road trip up to Seattle.
And today, Saturday, I was up early getting ready while Koze enjoyed sleeping in. Such a nice morning.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
SIX MONTHS - a little late
Koze,
You are SIX months old and are becoming quite the communicator. I swear that you've said "hi" to me a few times already. You're exploring new sounds everyday and you've even started singing along with people who sing to you. Favorites song right now seems to be "Dear God" by Monsters of Folk. I think its the harp sound that captivates your little ears. You're also rolling over pretty frequently and getting better and BETTER at sitting up...although you still prefer standing to sitting, especially on the bus so you have a better view of everything and everyone on it. You love people...and you love to stare - you've made quite a few friends by doing this.
I'm am very excited and also a little nervous about the rapidly approaching crawling stage. You are quite determined and you are clearly eager to be able to get around on your own. And your energy seems endless...I have never seen anyone who can fight sleep the way you are able to. Seriously. It amazes everyone who watches you.
I am so happy in my role as your mama. You are so sweet and full of joy, love and ENERGY. I am looking forward to this first summer of ours together.
Love you baby-doos.
mom
You are SIX months old and are becoming quite the communicator. I swear that you've said "hi" to me a few times already. You're exploring new sounds everyday and you've even started singing along with people who sing to you. Favorites song right now seems to be "Dear God" by Monsters of Folk. I think its the harp sound that captivates your little ears. You're also rolling over pretty frequently and getting better and BETTER at sitting up...although you still prefer standing to sitting, especially on the bus so you have a better view of everything and everyone on it. You love people...and you love to stare - you've made quite a few friends by doing this.
I'm am very excited and also a little nervous about the rapidly approaching crawling stage. You are quite determined and you are clearly eager to be able to get around on your own. And your energy seems endless...I have never seen anyone who can fight sleep the way you are able to. Seriously. It amazes everyone who watches you.
I am so happy in my role as your mama. You are so sweet and full of joy, love and ENERGY. I am looking forward to this first summer of ours together.
Love you baby-doos.
mom
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