Ha ha da-da

My hubby is funny.

That is perhaps his most endearing quality to me (maybe tied with his ambition, good looks and modesty. OK, he isn't known for his modesty).

Last night we were talking about classes for Ben, as I mentioned, and today I get this message:

"I think Ben and I will also take karate classes, along with Spanish and sign language."

It's funny to me on so many levels I won't even go into it, but start with picturing Ben and hubby in karate uniforms. Today. Ben can't even stand, what type of moves do you think they'll practice?

Classes

Looking for recommendations on classes (Wiggle Worms, Bubbles Academy, etc.) that you've enrolled your little ones in and enjoyed. There are so many options and as winter appears to be decending on us this week, I'd like to find some good ones for Ben and Paula to get out of the house. Much appreciated.

Schedule?

Seriously (little) dude...by the time I left for work today at 8:10, Ben had already been up for his morning feeding (5:10am), played, took a bath, went down for his nap and WOKE UP AGAIN. Geez. What is going on??

As you can see, I still refuse to get on board with this new schedule and continue to hope it is a fluke. It has to be.

Dadada

Lots of exciting action this weekend...Ben started saying da-da. Not in association with dad, but I think it counts none the less. This video doesn't really do it justice but it gives you the idea. 

He also found his feet. They haven't sparked quite the love affair that he has with his hands but they've only just been discovered, we'll see how things develop. 

For some reason he loves water. I can't drink a bottle of it near him without constant interuption and grasping for a try. I loaded up his sippy cup today and we gave it a whirl. He seems confused by the fact that it isn't milk but kept coming back for more. We need a no-spill cup while were learning, big mess right now. 

And, most exciting of all is that he is learning how to move around on his belly. Today he did a complete 360, using his favorite toy (his keys) as the motivation to spin around. As with everything, it takes awhile but with practice he has shown to be a quick learner. He completely mastered sitting up last week so I can't wait to watch where this new move takes us. 

Enjoy!

Beautiful Sunday

Fall is in the air and I feel even more compelled to spend every minute outside to enjoy what is left of the warm days. We hit the farmers market this morning and Ben held on to this (sweet) pepper until it was time to take his afternoon nap. 

Think I'll make tomato sauce today with all the ripe produce from the garden, herbs, sweet onions and peppers we picked up. 

It is such a pretty day, I wish there were a hundred Sundays to follow...

Deep Thoughts

What do you think these two are talking about? Looks important. 

Boys Club

We got the gang back together today for the first time since Ryan was born - he is on the far left and they get older as you move to the right, Ben, Daniel and Gage. Ryan is about 5 months, Gage is 11 months. Hilarious to see them all together at various stages.