Showertime!

I've found a new place to explore -- the shower!!! But, I only like to be in the shower when I am fully clothed and the water is off. My parents have tried to shower with me, but have realized that this is one sure way to get a slippery, fussy baby!!

Morning Smiler!

Mommy and Daddy think I am at the height of cuteness first thing in the morning. Could it be the adorable shark jammies? Or maybe it's just that I've had a solid 12 hours of sleeeeeep and am all recharged and ready to go! Here's me getting the day started with some smiles ... and mischief!

Big Boy Chair!

I'm learning how to sit in my big boy booster seat! So far I would much rather use it to climb up on things (like the coffee table and couch!), but I understand the whole chair sitting concept... :)

The Crying Game....

Can you tell the difference? Which is "real" crying and which is "fake?" Until seeing these pictures, I thought I was a pretty convincing actor... I know how to pitch a fit to attempt to get my way.... Guess I'm gonna have to work on my performance a bit! :)

Wild Animals!

It's a jungle out there! I've been having fun with the animals that live in my house!! These two are the most patient with me! First is my brand-new birthday dragon (he sings classical music - VERY refined!)... I love dragging him around the living room and poking his tummy to make him sing to me! Second is my kitty friend, WiJi ... I chase him all over, interrupt his naps, and sometimes even grab his tail. He puts up with everything I do to him. My parents think he is in serious need of therapy! (By the way the scratch on my cheek is NOT from a retailiatory attack from either animal... it's from a fondue fork that I dug up in the depths of Mommy and Daddy's cupboards!

Cups!

In addition to bows, spoons, and Tupperware, I have developed quite an affinity for cups! One of Daddy's clients sent me some cool Japanimation cups with handles. These are perfect to carry around the house. I spend hours picking things up and putting them inside my cup, then dumping them out. Who needs toys when there's tableware to play with?!

Phone SkillZ

Every day, I am adding new tricks to my repertoire! Here's me, practicing one of my newest skills ... phone talking!!

Birthday Photo Shoot

To document my cuteness at age 1, Mommy took me to Kiddie Kandids!! Daddy and Uncle Paul didn't like my outfit... they didn't think it was very manly. But, you should have seen how many chicks were digging me that day. If they only knew, they'd dress up in gingham shortalls too!! :)

The early favorite...

I got all sorts of fabulous toys and adorable clothes for my birthday! BUT, the early frontrunner favorite has been a huge metal bowl and spoon from my girlfriend Kim! I couldn't wait to wake up early on Sunday morning to bang my spoon into the metal bowl. Such fun!

FIESTA!!!

My cakes (yes, plural!!)
Playing at the water table with Aiden and Auntie Lisa... Gracie is in the background looking adorable!!

Dismantling the water table!

Not really digging the frosting....

Sharing with Mommy...

Saturday was my grande birthday fiesta! It was SO much fun!!! (So much fun that I skipped my afternoon nap!!) I got to hang out with so many of my family and friends - it is really overwhelming just how many people love me!!! Here are some highlights!!

One Year Stats

My parents dragged me to the doctor for my 1 year appointment last week. I got four more shots... OUCH! I cried for about 4 seconds and then decided it was much more interesting to sprinkle water out of my sippy cup all over the floor of the examining room! :) I am tipping the scales at 24 pounds and am 30 inches tall! Woohoo!!! Hard to believe that this year I have gained almost 17 pounds and grown almost a foot!!! I'm well on my way to being a big boy like Daddy!! I'm hoping to continue to grow big and strong, so I'm learning to feed myself... as you can see, my aim is a little off!! (My parents just let me work on a bowl of berries and oatmeal on my own... this was the very sticky result!)

Happy Birthday to ME!

My first birthday cake - YUM!

I'm a very hands-on eater!

Welcome to the wonderful world of sugar!!!

Mama Vee made this cake just for ME!

Sharing with Mama Vee

Hanging out with Uncle Paul


Sharing a hug with Mommy at lunch

Eating one of my new toys...

What fun, I'm ONE! I had the first (of many!) celebrations on my actual birthday, May 25. Mama Vee and Uncle Paul came over and took me to lunch at Carino's. (I LOVE their bread!!) Mama Vee baked and decorated a cake for me... I was a nice boy and didn't do too much damage to it! And, I actually enjoyed a few bites!!! Here are some pictures of my first celebration! Stay tuned... my party is next weekend! I can hardly wait!

Peek-a-Boo!!!

I LOVE playing peek-a-boo! So much, that now I can play it all by myself.... Here's me, practicing my new skills with a dish towel....

Swimming with Hailey

She wants me....

Trying to plant a kiss....

Looking sexy poolside....

Hanging with Hailey in her kitchen...

While my daddy was in New York, Mommy and I enjoyed lots of playdates! One of them was with my friend Hailey. We got to go swimming together. I was happy that she wore a one piece suit. I like my women modest! :)

Fun at Mama Vee's

A new drum!! (My parents say that this toy stays at Mama Vee's!)
Exciterized!
Concentrating!
LOVE my new house!!
Raising a glass to Mama Vee!
Today we went to visit Mama Vee! She finds the best toys for me to play with! I spent the morning playing with her... I love being the first grandchild - being spoiled RULES!