Jamie's New Toy

Yup, he splurged again. This is something that can be passed down to Kyler eventually, so I insisted he get the "Lexus" of the group. I don't want to mention the type, as it may become illegal again under Obama. The first time in recent years was under Clinton. Jamie plans to bling it out with a flash light and laser sight. Watch out burglars! Ironically, this may be the only thing they try to steal in our house, since we don't have anything worth stealing (except maybe our TV).

Hot Air Balloon Glow with the Yeleys

We were so grateful to have our old friends, Ryan and Genevieve, and their 14 month old daughter, Celeste, visit us last weekend. They came in on Friday and we went to eat at Babes. Then we headed over to Old Celina Park to watch the hot air balloons. It was pushing the limit for both babies, as they weren't used to staying up that late; however, it was a real treat for all of us (and FREE to boot!). The last picture is of Kyler riding home in the car with his personal balloon.

Finally got a Dining Room Table!

It was slightly an impulse buy, as Jamie saw this at Costco and 12 hrs later bought it. I was on the fence at first b/c it was a counter height table..meaning it is higher than regular tables. I think it looks good though after all. Heck, it is better than nothing. I think the color is great and it is solid wood throughout. Our next home improvement goal...hard wood floors. So, imagine this dining room table with hand scraped hard wood floors. Maybe in 2010!

He is Climbing Stairs Now

I didn't leave Kyler alone for long when I decided to check on him and found him several stairs up. I couldn't believe my eyes! He had climbed 1/4 of the way up the stairs! I sat next to him on the stairs and he decide to keep going. Finally, he started to slow down and seemed a little worried so I helped him down. He then proceeded to climb again. This time, he only went two stairs up and then backed his way down (also by himself!). Time to set up the baby gate!

Pool Time!

Ok, here I go (commence bragging)...Kyler learned to swim after only two trips to the pool. I am not kidding. You know how when you toss a dog into a pool they instinctively know how to swim? Kyler instinctively knows how to swim. I did not, however, toss him in a pool. He is holding his head up above the water , kicking, and paddling with his arms. People who know me know I love the water...Kyler is definitely my child! He was bobbing up and down in the baby pool with his floaties and pushing on the bottom with his feet. Amazing!

Chillin' on the Swing on a Hot Summer Night

Needless to say, he was ready for bed within 15 minutes of these pictures.

Walking with Jeanne Marie

My mom, Brian, and cousin Jeanne Marie visited us this past week. Kyler had so much fun with all of them. He worked on walking, pulling up, giving high fives, kisses, and blowing kisses. He always makes progress when there is a group of people giving him attention around the clock!

Kyler's Ten Month Pictures

 

Kyler is 10 months today. He is crawling and standing up really well. He can pull to a stand with a little help, which is something he should be doing by himself at this point (doctor isn't too worried yet). He loves eating my food, which he sometimes gags on but sometimes doesn't. We are still working on that. Besides that, we are going to make it to the pool at some point soon, hopefully! I have not been feeling well the past month, as I have been suffering from a unique type of arthritis that causes a lot of pain and swelling in my joints. We are still awaiting tests to confirm the exact type I am dealing with. Watch out friends/family/public; I am on the roids again..beware the roid rage! Jamie is working out of town during the week again but he has short weeks away, luckily.

Poppy & Kyler

On our way home from Nederland, we decided to meet up with my parents in Houston. Poppy and Kyler spent some time together on the patio examining the Hibiscus.

More Pics with Daddy

Kyler had fun getting reacquainted with Jamie at the Hood house in Nederland. It had a been quite a while since they had spent quality time with each other. There is no doubt Kyler loves his daddy! Notice the rainbow next to Kyler's head.

Another Great Visit with Family

I really think we have been traveling this entire month (two trips to Nederland & Kingwood, Austin, Copenhagan). When Jamie got home from Copenhagan he decided to take vacation from work and we went to visit his parents. Kyler got spoiled again as they purchased a few toys for him, including a red race car walker. He loved it! They are so sweet for getting that for him! Jamie helped his parents spend several grand on leather couches and a new Plasma. We came close to buying an SUV, but after our "car fever" broke, we came back to our senses and have decided to wait a year since we really don't need one right this minute.

Kyler's 9 Month pictures