Merry Christmas everyone. Evan was a very happy baby on Christmas morning, just like every morning. He wasn't all that interested in the boxes or wrapping paper, his favorite gifts were the ones he could chew on. He is a very lucky boy, though, he got so many nice gifts. He'll be the best dressed boy at daycare, he has many new books to read, and a new toy box to put his new toys. We are very blessed and hope everyone had a wonderful day.
It wasn't the first snow of the season but the first time everyone was home to see it together and we just got our snowsuit recently. Evan didn't do anything except look around, obviously we need to get a sled but he doesn't know that. We have to have fun in the snow to make up for Mommy's 4 hour commute the other day, good thing she didn't run out of gas! By the way, if you enlarge the top picture you can see my top teeth, I just got 2 more for a grand total of 6 teeth.
It was only a few short weeks ago when Evan first met Santa. His second encounter, at daycare, was much shorter and involved tears. Evan got a good look at Santa before he sat on his lap and we think that made the difference. I don't think Santa will take it personally, he knows that Evan was a good boy this year.
As Evan got too big for the infant bath tub, Mommy and Daddy had to make some adjustments. First we did the bath in the sink which was fine until Evan learned that he liked to splash and play while getting clean. The big tub is still a little too big so he got his very own inflatable tub which keeps him happy and keeps Mommy and Daddy from worrying too much.
No matter when Evan gets Cheerios, morning or night, before or after eating, he can't wait to get his hands on them and he's getting much better at getting them from his hand to his mouth. This boy likes to eat!
In the spirit of Where's Waldo, here are pictures of the finished basement, basically divided into 3 playrooms. Can you tell which are the big boy rooms and which is the little boy playroom?
The pool table has already been broken in, the tv and stereo work. We'll have to bring in some more little boy toys, maybe we can find some.
Well, I don't think this pic needs much commentary. Evan had a lovely, if brief, meeting with the man from the North Pole, he wasn't scared at all. I think he told Santa what he wanted for Christmas by mental telepathy. I think children and Santa have that ability. Just in time for the big night, Evan is sleeping longer and more soundly through the night.
This was a big week for junior! It actually started a few weeks ago when he was able to get food from the high chair into his mouth. The repetoire so far includes Cheerios and crackers. Of course, the vast majority end up on the floor but A+ for enthusiasm. Then, this week we heard the first words and now we know exactly what's on his mind from "ba, ba, ba, ba..." and "da, da, da, da, da..." If that weren't enough, Grandma and Grandpa came to help celebrate Evan's first Thanksgiving. He had sweet potatoes and turkey, does it matter that it was pureed? He topped it off with jellied cranberries and garlic mashed potatoes.
This was a big weekend for a little man. First, he got to see his aunt Suzie and uncle Reid again, we practically took over the house. Second, he got a taste of Vikings fever and sang (well, listened to, really) the Vikings fight song. Lastly, he got up close and personal to a dog for the first time, it was a meeting of the minds. The last picture doesn't really need any explanation, just enjoy.
This marks Evan's half birthday. He's officially 17 lbs 15 oz and 27 inches tall. That means he's growing longer faster than he's gaining weight but that may change, you never know. He makes his parents laugh everyday, they are so thankful for such a happy and good boy. He sleeps well at night and eats (everything) during the day. He likes to laugh himself, especially when Mommy tickles his tummy with her hair or when Daddy kisses his neck. Daddy is also good at swinging Evan in the air. Singing and dancing is also another favorite activity, it doesn't matter what the song.
I may still be eating all soft food but these teeth will come in handy when I start eating real food, can't wait. I think my top teeth are coming soon. I'm getting a lot of new hair, too.
Up until now tummy time caused much crying and unhappiness. Now we're starting to get a few minutes of smiley time before the crying starts. Evan is also turning over. At first turning over ended up as tummy time and you already know the result of that. He finally figured out how to get his other arm out from under him so turning over is fun.
Evan had his first taste of cereal and really liked it. It only took a few bites for him to get used to the new taste and texture but he figured out what to do in no time.
Evan took to his high chair very well as you can see, it's like a chaise lounge for him. The tray keeps his toys from immediately falling to the floor. Soon he'll be eating in this chair, hard to believe.
