Updates won't be coming until later this week as my computer officially crashed and using Rob's work computer really wouldn't be kosher. Thankfully, I use an online backup system so our photos and other precious files will be easily restored to my new computer. While it's awful to put money into a new computer, I am looking forward to finally going Mac!
This week Macadam has his nine month doctor's appointment. It's always fun to see how much weight he's gained (wouldn't that be nice to look forward to when you're an adult) and how tall he is from the last time. As soon as we're up and running again, I'll have pictures, Mexico and recent outing updates and more on here.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
And we're back
More soon from our trip to Mexico and the Sherman wedding! For now, here's one of our favorite pictures from the trip - in short, Macadam thrived in Mexico.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Hasta luego
We're headed south of the border for the rest of the week and Macadam's taking precautions:). After more than three years since having a real vacation together, Rob and I are looking forward to getting some r & r in the sun and celebrating Pat and Megan's wedding. We'll be here if you're looking for us.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
First solo
After a week of trying to eat his new xylophone, Macadam figured out what it really can do. He's so focused that when I actually say something, he looks at me like I am interrupting!
Friday, May 15, 2009
This week
These photos are probably more for Rob than anyone else but luckily, they're good. Rob's been and will be on the road for the next couple of months. With that, I figure he can at least have some baby eye candy while he's on the road. There's even a Buster moment too.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Mother's Day
And it really was, for me. Rob truly outdid himself on Sunday, and it was just an ideal day. It began at 5 a.m., which was a little more pleasant when Macadam handed me a present - it was so cute even in my sleepy stupor.
After the sun came up, we grabbed a quick walk, more presents and some coffee before hitting the road to go to one of our favorite places, Fairhaven (historic Bellingham). My favorite french toast is made at a restaurant there and it never disappoints. We strolled around town, checking out shops, the cutest toy shop and Macadam even enjoyed a view from the front seat. Our second stop was the twin villages of Bow-Edison. It's less than a half-mile of road but there's 20 miles of quaintness packed in that distance. An impromptu extended stop at the cheese shop and we had the best spot in the state that afternoon (in our opinion), the pictures say it all. After that we saw some tulips, although the little man was asleep.
The last photo isn't us but I saw this father and son and it struck me so suddenly - it's a shot into the future, watching Rob and Macadam walk into the tulips. Pretty sweet.
Being a mom remains my most beloved job and although it's also the hardest, I think I can take this day each year to be with my family and feel all the love they give back. To my mom and all the moms - well done and hope you had fantastic days!
After the sun came up, we grabbed a quick walk, more presents and some coffee before hitting the road to go to one of our favorite places, Fairhaven (historic Bellingham). My favorite french toast is made at a restaurant there and it never disappoints. We strolled around town, checking out shops, the cutest toy shop and Macadam even enjoyed a view from the front seat. Our second stop was the twin villages of Bow-Edison. It's less than a half-mile of road but there's 20 miles of quaintness packed in that distance. An impromptu extended stop at the cheese shop and we had the best spot in the state that afternoon (in our opinion), the pictures say it all. After that we saw some tulips, although the little man was asleep.
The last photo isn't us but I saw this father and son and it struck me so suddenly - it's a shot into the future, watching Rob and Macadam walk into the tulips. Pretty sweet.
Being a mom remains my most beloved job and although it's also the hardest, I think I can take this day each year to be with my family and feel all the love they give back. To my mom and all the moms - well done and hope you had fantastic days!
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Eight months
By the time we were back in Seattle from SF, Macadam was eight months old. He's full of fun antics these days.
Probably the biggest change is that he's getting cause and effect down. In addition to waving, Macadam likes to raise his arms above his head because he's learned he gets tickled. It seems he can't get enough. He does it when you're changing him, feeding him or driving in the car. His giggles are infectious and are simple to ignite. Never thought opening a produce bag at the grocery store was hilarious? Guess again - the kid laughed for five minutes over me trying to get one open.
His mobility is progressing more and more. In order to get himself around, he rolls with ease and is scooting on his stomach. He loves to sit at the window and play with his toys and watch the world outside, in particular the birds, squirrels, and cars. He also is trying to influence situations by showing his discontent when you don't let him play with something or don't feed him solid foods fast enough. After exercising some patient strategies, those little outbursts are fewer and farther in between but I think it's just a taste of what's to come as he becomes his own person and tries to communicate.
It's his curiosity about everything that is really fun to watch right now. He peers a lot - around corners, the top of his car seat or sides of the stroller, over the edge of the bed, around your shoulder. He'll do anything to see what's going on or who's around. The downside of the curiosity is that if he gets what he seeks, it goes in his mouth, be it a napkin, grass, dirt, your face or hair...yeah that's right, yum. Speaking of food, I believe he and Buster have formed an alliance. Macadam's recent discovery that dropping food leads to the dog running into the kitchen and eating it, well, it makes meals interesting. Combine that with his desire to drink out of a cup and you have quite a lovely mess. Luckily, our dog isn't too picky.
As for teeth, he has two nice strong chompers on the bottom with the top two on their way in as well. One day they'll be right next to the skin, ready to break through and the next they've receded a little. Thankfully, these two don't seem to be bothering him as much as the first. In addition to teeth, his hair is also coming in more than ever but since it's mostly blond, he looks bald with the exception of some brown fringe on the nape.
Probably the biggest change is that he's getting cause and effect down. In addition to waving, Macadam likes to raise his arms above his head because he's learned he gets tickled. It seems he can't get enough. He does it when you're changing him, feeding him or driving in the car. His giggles are infectious and are simple to ignite. Never thought opening a produce bag at the grocery store was hilarious? Guess again - the kid laughed for five minutes over me trying to get one open.
His mobility is progressing more and more. In order to get himself around, he rolls with ease and is scooting on his stomach. He loves to sit at the window and play with his toys and watch the world outside, in particular the birds, squirrels, and cars. He also is trying to influence situations by showing his discontent when you don't let him play with something or don't feed him solid foods fast enough. After exercising some patient strategies, those little outbursts are fewer and farther in between but I think it's just a taste of what's to come as he becomes his own person and tries to communicate.
It's his curiosity about everything that is really fun to watch right now. He peers a lot - around corners, the top of his car seat or sides of the stroller, over the edge of the bed, around your shoulder. He'll do anything to see what's going on or who's around. The downside of the curiosity is that if he gets what he seeks, it goes in his mouth, be it a napkin, grass, dirt, your face or hair...yeah that's right, yum. Speaking of food, I believe he and Buster have formed an alliance. Macadam's recent discovery that dropping food leads to the dog running into the kitchen and eating it, well, it makes meals interesting. Combine that with his desire to drink out of a cup and you have quite a lovely mess. Luckily, our dog isn't too picky.
As for teeth, he has two nice strong chompers on the bottom with the top two on their way in as well. One day they'll be right next to the skin, ready to break through and the next they've receded a little. Thankfully, these two don't seem to be bothering him as much as the first. In addition to teeth, his hair is also coming in more than ever but since it's mostly blond, he looks bald with the exception of some brown fringe on the nape.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Spring in San Francisco
When we went to San Francisco last weekend, we left Seattle with 70 degree temps and sunny skies while San Fran was cloudy and rainy. Yet, even when it rains there, it's still pleasant. Although Rob worked most of the time, we had two very fun days filled with seeing one of our favorite cities and great friends. It was also nice to fly again with Macadam to see what he's like at this age and stage since we're taking a much, much longer flight in a week.
Friday was spent with Macadam and me walking through Noe Valley and the Mission before meeting up with Rob after work and then Kathleen. Since dinnertime is a little too late for the glory that is Macadam it was nice to have the next morning to see Kathleen again! Before we met up with Kathleen, Mr. Mac and I headed down to the farmers market at the ferry building, which included catching a vintage streetcar ride.
For lunch, Rob joined us and we met up with the older Mr. Kimm, Chris, at the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park. And wow, it didn't disappoint. We had fun with Chris as our guide and although Macadam slept through much of it, he did wake up to see the albino alligator and the penguins, which he loved.
We ended the day Saturday with a fun and tasty dinner with the Shermans-to-be. Given that we were in the Tenderloin area of SF, I was happy only three crackheads attempted to touch Macadam while I had him outside getting him to sleep. We're so excited to Pat and Meganagain in just another week as they tie the knot in Mexico, congrats!
Friday was spent with Macadam and me walking through Noe Valley and the Mission before meeting up with Rob after work and then Kathleen. Since dinnertime is a little too late for the glory that is Macadam it was nice to have the next morning to see Kathleen again! Before we met up with Kathleen, Mr. Mac and I headed down to the farmers market at the ferry building, which included catching a vintage streetcar ride.
For lunch, Rob joined us and we met up with the older Mr. Kimm, Chris, at the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park. And wow, it didn't disappoint. We had fun with Chris as our guide and although Macadam slept through much of it, he did wake up to see the albino alligator and the penguins, which he loved.
We ended the day Saturday with a fun and tasty dinner with the Shermans-to-be. Given that we were in the Tenderloin area of SF, I was happy only three crackheads attempted to touch Macadam while I had him outside getting him to sleep. We're so excited to Pat and Meganagain in just another week as they tie the knot in Mexico, congrats!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Ballard babies
Macadam has been spending some time getting to know his neighbors, hanging out with some other people his own size (well, he's technically much younger in baby weeks but it works).
Here he is with our neighbor, Jack, who's getting close to a year and has the crawl, or rather, the jackknife down pat. They started out together but Jack quickly put some distance between them. He was so fast, it was hard to catch him in the act.
And we're so happy that Bernie and her parents are in Ballard now too, it makes impromptu meet ups even more fun. I am hoping Macadam takes on Bernie's tolerance for shades this summer (can you handle her cuteness??!!).
I'd probably be insulting Oliver and Aili if they knew I included them in the baby group but these are Macadam's "older" friends. They both love seeing what he's up to and making sure he gets enough baby juice as Aili calls it (milk). These two are super adorable in our eyes, we'll be lucky if Macadam turns out half as sweet and kind:).
Here he is with our neighbor, Jack, who's getting close to a year and has the crawl, or rather, the jackknife down pat. They started out together but Jack quickly put some distance between them. He was so fast, it was hard to catch him in the act.
And we're so happy that Bernie and her parents are in Ballard now too, it makes impromptu meet ups even more fun. I am hoping Macadam takes on Bernie's tolerance for shades this summer (can you handle her cuteness??!!).
I'd probably be insulting Oliver and Aili if they knew I included them in the baby group but these are Macadam's "older" friends. They both love seeing what he's up to and making sure he gets enough baby juice as Aili calls it (milk). These two are super adorable in our eyes, we'll be lucky if Macadam turns out half as sweet and kind:).
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