Water Baby

When we saw this little baby inner tube we knew immediately that we needed it. Afterall, we figured that it's never to early to start getting Zach used to the water. We came home and finally looked at the age on the package -- 9 - 24 months. Um.. well.. we decided as long as we were with him that there was no harm in at least trying it out. It turns out that not only does he fit -- he survived and he loved it! :-)

Happy Father's Day!!

I know this post is a tad late, but I wanted to wish a Happy Father's Day to the best dad on the planet -- pictured here with his adorable son (in their matching Father's Day ties):



Seriously though, I am truly blessed to have Chad in my life. He has been an amazing dad to Zach thus far and I know it's only going to get better from here.

Happy Father's Day hon!! :-)

Four Months

I can't believe that Zach is already four months old!! I also can't believe that it's already July.. My oh my how time flies when you're having fun! :-)

And fun we have been having. Zach is growing into a very happy, smiley little guy. He loves to play in his little baby gym and is reaching for and grasping toys..




Which, end up going directly into his mouth



He's just starting to play in his Baby Einstein Jumper



And while he hasn't quite figured out what he's supposed to be doing in there, he certainly seems to enjoy it



He's been rolling over from front to back for a few weeks.. and is just now figuring out hot to roll from back to front. (I don't actually have a picture of that, so here is one on his tummy where he was contemplating his big move)



Mostly, though he just hangs out and smiles at just about anyone who happens by :-)

The Many Faces of Zach

I have been on a quest recently to take some pictures of Zach's cute smile. Unfortunately, as soon as he sees a camera the smiles go away. However, for this morning's efforts, I got a pretty funny collection of faces.. and at least one smile.

Big Bear

We took Zach on his first official 'vacation' this past weekend. (We figured we should probably start him young) We took a much needed two days off for Chad's birthday and headed up to Big Bear, which neither of us had really been to before.

We didn't really do anything exciting -- just relaxed, took a short walk through the woods and drove around to check out the area.

On our way back to town we also drove by Lake Arrowhead (which we liked WAY better than Big Bear) where we stopped for lunch and a short look around, and then headed on home.

Zach did amazingly well for having spent so many hours in his little carseat, and we definitely enjoyed the time away. :-)

Poppies!!

I'm currently recovering from yet another crazy weekend. Erin decided to visit us this weekend between business trips to Santa Barbara and Tucson. It's always fun when she comes to hang out..

After she made her plans, my nephew Trevor called and asked if he, his date and three other couples could stay Fri / Sat night and go to Magic Mountain on a pre-Prom road trip. Sure! Why not? Then.. as a definite bonus, Julie ended up driving them over so we got to see her too!

So.. while all the teenagers went and partied at Magic Mountain on Saturday, the rest of us took a little drive out to see the Poppies at the Poppy Reserve. They were beautiful as always (pictures are courtesy of Erin)..






Then, when we got back the house, Erin and Julie wanted to help me with a project, so I had them design my family picture wall. We cut some vinyl on a Cricut I've borrowed from a friend and I have to say the result looks pretty good.. (sorry for the crazy angle, it's a hallway wall and it's tough to get a picture of the entire thing straight on..)



So.. while the weekend has left me a little sleep deprived, it was definitely worth it! :-)

Bumbo

I ordered one of the Bumbo seats on a whim.. simply cuz it just seemed terribly cool, honestly. However, it has become one of my favorite baby items. Although he might be a tad young for it, Zach loves to sit in it and take in the world.