Friday, June 29, 2007

Happy 1st Birthday!!


This morning I congratulated Alex on making it through his whole 1st year with rookie parents!! When I see how big he is I feel like the year flew by....when I think of all the sleep I've lost I feel like the year went by slowly!!! Well, the big party is tomorrow and we're looking forward to a fun time with family and friends. I am now the parent of a one year old---aren't I too young for that??? (no need to actually answer that question!!) Anyway, Happy Birthday to my little man!

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Yet Another Sound Effect!


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Last week Alex started clicking his tongue--totally out of the blue!! Not something we were teaching him, nor a noise we make at him ever that I can think of! He probably heard or saw it somewhere, but we get a kick out of it!!!

Tuesday, June 26, 2007

I Think I Can, I Think I Can

So ever since the boy figured out that he can reach this door handle, he has been trying and trying to get it open! No luck so far--to my relief and his frustration.

Monday, June 25, 2007

The World's Next Musical Marvel

Mozart...
Beethoven...
Schroeder...


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Presenting...Alexander Steven Coon!!

Friday, June 22, 2007

If You Give a Kid a Pancake...

then he'll definitely want some syrup on it...
he may even share a piece with his daddy...
and he'll make a huge sticky mess...
but he'll thank you with the biggest smile ever!

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

First Trip to the Zoo

Monday, June 18, 2007

Standing on His Own Two Feet


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The boy gets braver every day! He has been standing up for a long time, but mostly while holding on to something. About a week ago he started letting go and trying his precarious balancing act! He's doing really well, no real bumps or bruises to show for all the times he falls down--thank goodness for squishy diapers!!! We'll see how long it takes for him to try walking...watch out world, Alex is on the move!

Thursday, June 14, 2007

A Superior Breed??


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When we first got Toby they told us that Terriers are incredibly smart dogs...I guess it's the Poodle in Toby that knocks his IQ down a few notches!!! We love our dog, he's a crazy mess, but we have to laugh at him sometimes. This video is of Toby chasing the sprinkler. Great entertainment. Alex will watch this and just laugh and laugh. He laughs at Toby a lot, actually! He especially likes it when Toby sneezes!! Well, our dog isn't exactly a Lassie, but at least he's good fun!!

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Showing Off Those Pearly Whites!

In just 2 weeks this boy cut 6 teeth, yes, 6!!! He went from 2 teeth to 8 in a matter of days!! And let me tell you, it was a bumpy ride! They are still bothering him somewhat; in fact we bought some more teething tablets today to help get us through. Things are on the mend though, sleeping better, eating better, less clingy!! Or at least I thought so until the other day when things got rough again...and do you know what someone told me?? "Maybe he's staring on his molars!" You've got to be kidding me!! Alex looked at me and started to cry, literally!!! I told him I felt like doing the same thing!! Good thing teething doesn't last forever--this too shall pass, right??!!

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

Reading or Snacking?

From the looks of things we would assume there is some

intense reading going on here...


When actually, the boy is just looking for the

tastiest book in the box!


Why read when you can snack?!?

Monday, June 11, 2007

Our Newest Game


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Friday, June 08, 2007

Snacks, Anyone?

The way to a man's heart is through his stomache, right? Well, that statement seems to prove true from birth on up! His current faves are Cheerios, Grahams, and Kettle Corn. He also loves watermelon & bananas! He usually has a small snack in the morning and the afternoon. And I never, ever, ever leave home without snacks for the boy. Bored in line at the bank...here comes the sippy cup. Fussing in the grocery store...pull out the cheerios. We actually made quite the mess in Meijer yesterday with Cheerios. He got the baggie open and they went flying all over the dairy aisle!! Thankfully there was a guy sweeping the floor at the end of the row who said he would take care of it. Boys will be boys!

Wednesday, June 06, 2007

Alex and the Girls

We had a fun visit with Mom and Jen this past week and a half. We did some shopping, watched chick flicks, and enjoyed a few Starbucks! Jen left on Saturday and Mom flies back today, but we will all be back together again in less than 4 weeks for Alex's 1st birthday party--and the fun just keeps on going!!!

Monday, June 04, 2007

Happy Birthday to Me!

Yep, today is my 27th Birthday! I've already had phone calls from my siblings letting me know how close to 30 I am, like I'm so old I forgot how to count! :-) So far my hubby and family have completely spoiled me for my bday. My favorite present so far is from Ryan, a new phone! A PINK phone! I love it!! I am 27 years old and completely happy with life! I have a great God, a wonderful family, and so very much to be thankful for!