Wakeup Snack

Some would call a wakeup snack breakfast, but PJ actually has a full breakfast at 7am with his daycare buddies. So why a snack 45 minutes prior to a full breakfast? PJ is a hungry boy when he wakes up. This morning he woke up about 20 minutes earlier than expected and cuddlier than ever.  I hadn't showered and was not at all ready for work.  So we found compromise this morning.  I took a few minutes and we cuddled while PJ drank some milk.  Then I re-filled his milk, provided a couple handfuls of cheerios in a suction cup bowl suctioned to the toilet and took a quick shower.  I was even able to capture PJ still enjoying his snack after my shower, which allowed me to get my makeup done today too! 

Eating cheerios

Too busy to even look at me for the picture

PJ and Momma

PJ was a happy boy tonight. He wanted lots of cuddles and I was happy to oblige. We read two long books before bed and enjoyed our cuddles.

We Have a Climber

Tonight PJ showed off his climbing skills by getting up on the rocker. High degree of difficulty, but not that big a deal for PJ.

Can't Let Go

PJ has been experimenting as he learns on his own to drink milk and eat food with less interferance from Mom and Dad.  Most recently he has started to enjoy larger chunks of food that he can take his own bites from and hold in both hands.  This morning PJ enjoyed his french toast so much, putting it down to take a drink was not an option.  PJ likes to hold things in both hands and does this when walking around during playtime, its funny to now see that same action in the high chair. 

Full hands does not stop PJ from getting his milk too!

PJ's New Truck

Yesterday at O's Birthday party, PJ got a gift too!  A Caterpillar bulldozer that has a talking driver and vibrating action is already a favorite.  PJ likes the two other trucks he has but this one is yellow and loud, two fantastic attributes for this little boy.  This morning he went back and forth the living room pushing they new toy.

PJ playing with his new truck.



Little O's First Birthday

Today was little O's first birthday celebration and we were happy to be a part of it.  PJ and O hadn't seen each other in quite some time but after giving each other a few funny looks they had a good time planning with O's new toys.  We took a lot of pictures, but my favorites are below.

PJ on O's new bike, while O was napping

PJ playing with some big bouncy balls

Little O with his first birthday cake

Little O in his new wagon not sure he wants to share with PJ, this was quite the stare down between each other

PJ in the wagon, smilling at O

PJ spent quite a bit of time getting in and out of the wagon, without letting go of the water cup

Flannel Shirt at Daycare

Today PJ's teacher loved his little flannel shirt so she captured some more pictures.  We love seeing him happy and busy while he isn't with us.

Sorting shapes

Stacking blocks

Standing up, posing for the camera

Cute Sweatpants

Today Ry dressed PJ and thought it was a good day to go casual with sweats.  I don't usually put sweatpants on PJ because he has nicer pants, but perhaps he should wear these pants more often.  They fit him well and they are so dang cute or maybe that's just the boy wearing them.  What do you think?

Cute tushy!

Look at that belly handing out!

Noodles

At daycare they do sensory tubs which they fill with feathers, water, cornstarch and water, and apparently noodles.  I love these two pictures of PJ really getting into the noodles, and then of course climbing onto the sensory tub table.  PJ's teacher has told me that since this incident she is working on teaching him "Feet on the floor, please."  We use that same expression at home and its funny to see him sometimes put up a leg and then look at me or his dad to see if we will say it our let him climb up. 

Noodles!

On the table!

Daycare Buddy

Daycare sends us pictures every once in awhile.  This week we got a bunch that I will share over the next few days. 

PJ and Noah ('The Boys') playing together outside at daycare.



PJ's Artwork

Daycare is awesome!  Everyday PJ is actively engaged with via art, hallway time with big kid toys, outside buggy rides, sensory experiences, and so much more.  We learn about these fun experiences via his daily note sheet that his teacher's fill out, and sometimes we even get to take home some of his work.  About once every other week I check PJ's take home cubby hole and find some new artwork for the fridge.   Today I found this and love it.  I think its that I can see his little finger marks on it and I know how much effort it took to keep the paint on the paper.  It makes me happy to know the patience that this took to produce and that my son gets to experience that patience and kindness regularly from his teachers.  Not being home with PJ makes me feel guilty at times, but projects like this make me feel a little more at ease that this daycare is right for PJ and our family.

PJ working on his latest masterpiece, apparently he had to taste it too



PJ's completed artwork



Sleeping Baby

PJ has been doing a lot of growing, moving and changing lately; making it hard to remember that he is a baby.  I took this photo to share with everyone and to remind myself that he is still a baby.   Both Ry and I stared at him for quite some time just taking in this moment before we had to disturb him. 

PJ sleeping in the car after a fun marning at church



First Frozen Yogurt

We got some frozen yogurt for dessert tonight. PJ got his first taste and loved it. Sharing the treat with him meant Katie got one bite to his every two. Not only did Katie get less but when Katie selfishly took a bite, PJ would intently watch with a slight annoyance on his face!

One Year Old Check Up

PJ had his one year doctor appointment today and apparently we have a normal baby boy. Yes, we knew that he is normal, but its reassuring to hear it from PJ's doctor.
PJ weighed in at 21 pounds and 4 ounces, his head circumference is 46 cm, and his length is 30.25 inches. PJ's ears, heart, skin, etc all checked perfectly healthy. Developmentally, PJ is exceeding in the physical ability expected for his age, his fine motor skills are on par but his verbal is a little slow. We are not worried, PJ will formulate words when he is ready and judging from all his facial expressions he will have more than plenty to say!

First Haircut

For PJ's birthday, he got a haircut from Poppy.  He now looks like a toddler.  Just by trimming off a few curls in the back and the 'wings' on the side of his head, he looks like a little boy and not a baby anymore.

PJ's wild hair "gelled' with suncscreen, before the haircut.

Snip Snip

Hanging in Momma's arms so still

Took the time to investigate his hands, doesn't even notice Poppy.

PJ by the Month

In honor of PJ turning one, here are just 12 pictures, looking back at the last year.  It was hard to pick just one photo for each month but a fun way to show his growth. 

May 27th, 2011 - Sleepy monkey boy  on G-Ma's shoulder

June 4th, 2011 - PJ's first flight

July 2th, 2011 - PJ's first visit to the CA beach house

August 4th, 2011 - Tummy time on the kitchen counter



September 4th, 2011 - Tummy time on the kitchen counter

October 4th, 2011 - Tummy time on the kitchen counter for the last time because rolling over has started.  October was the month of PJ's tongue hanging out all the time.

November 4th, 2011 - Sitting up unassisted using Poppy for falling protection

December 2nd, 2011 - Being silly with a plastic bowl, lots of smiles



January 13th, 2012 - Sitting up, right after this picutre PJ pulled himself up to standing and then tried going over the arm of the chair.  Putting PJ down does not mean he will stay in that spot anymore.



March 4th, 2012 - Pulling up on things is old news, cruising along furniture is the new thing, even figured out how to use the vacuum to cruise.

April 7th, 2012 - Assisted walking at the zoo

May 12th, 2012 - PJ's birthday present from Uncle Troy and Aunt Sammi, he knew exactly how to get on it with no coaching from any of us. 

PJ's Birthday in Pictures

As I had mentioned on Friday PJ had a great first birthday.  Here are some of the photos we captured of his big day.


Happy Birthday PJ!

Barnyard Cake

Hanging with Poppy

Water bucket playing with Daddy

Drinking G-Ma's water

Enjoying some piggy cupcake

Best birthday gift ever!