Growing and Growing

This is my little munchkin in his favorite squatting position. If he's not walking (or running), he's squatting. Usually reaching for a toy or something to put in his mouth. Oh my goodness I love him. I love how much he's soaking in. He does something new everyday. This kiddo is no longer a baby (I shouldn't say that because he'll ALWAYS be my baby) but he has reached full-blown toddler age. Yes, even the temper tantrums are coming out. I am honestly baffled how 15 months can go by so fast. Yes people . . . 15 MONTHS! Can you believe it? I can't.

Active + clever = constant trouble

He has figured out how to twist/pull lids of everything. He pushes any kind of button he can get a hold of. He knows if he's found a book or magazine to tear the pages. He high tails it to the fridge so he can empty the crisper drawer. I was thinking 9 months was hard - but these babies know what they're doing. Now they're just faster and sneakier.

He has become particularly fond of:

-his blankie - he reminds me of Linus the way he hauls it around

-his monkey - loves to give it hugs

-popcicles - has one (or more) every day

-graham crackers

-books with things to flip and look under

-puzzles and blocks

-playing chase and tackle/tickle

-helping Mommy with anything - laundry, unloading the dishwasher, even offering Mom some of his food

Logan had his check-up and did great. Didn't pay much attention to the nurse and doctor because of a cool toy in the room. Stats are:

Weight: 22 lbs 13 oz (30%)

Length: 31 1/2 inches (70%)

Head circumference: 18 3/4 inches (60%)

One thing that I was told not to worry about (but I am anyway) is talking. Logan can say a couple words and I think he says a few others, but not often enough for me to count them. I hear of kids his age saying 10+ words, doing hand actions to songs, etc. I think Logan knows what I'm saying and doing, but doesn't do it back. The doc says usually by 18 months, kids can say 10-15 words, and 15 mo olds say 3-5. Do you guys have any suggestions for increasing vocabulary? Just curious.

I consider myself very lucky to have 2 handsome boys to see every day. :)

This is the Place

Logan and Mommy went to the This is the Place Monument last Friday for Family Fun Day. There were TONS of people there - its hard to pass up free admission AND free parking. Logan definately had a good time. What kid wouldn't with balloons, animals, trains, and all the popcicles you can eat?

He was very brave and went right up to the animals

Enjoying a pony ride

He really did enjoy it . . . I promise!

American Boy

I thought this 4th of July was especially fun because it was stretched into a 3-day celebration! We've made it a tradition to go to Idaho Falls every 4th because of family and an amazing fireworks display. Seriously, I recommend all of my Utah friends to go up to Idaho Falls and see the fireworks over the river. They are choreographed to music too.

Logan had a great time too. I thought he looked especially cute in his red, white, and blue shirt.

First item on the agenda - the IF parade. Complete with scout holding flags!
Grandma and Grandpa

Logan being patriotic
(Funny story - Logan had these green ear plugs in his ears. A little girl saw him and says to her dad, "Look, that little baby has hearing aids." Haha.)
Best seat in the house! Logan loves being on Daddy's shoulders!

Getting a one-year-old to hold still is very difficult

Cute shot of Grandma and Logan. He is usually a momma's boy, but he'll always go to Grandma!

After the parade, we had a family BBQ and played a little croquet. Logan was a good cheerleader.

We went to the fireworks (sans Logan - he was wiped out), ate, played board games, more croquet, shopped, ate some more, laughed, and had a fabulous time!

Hope you all had a great holiday too!

Lagoon

Benj's company had a Lagoon day last Saturday, so we went over for a few hours. Lagoon is so much different when you have a baby. Benj and I managed an adult ride (Wicked) but that was it. We spent most of the day eating, swimming, and riding the train and carousel. Logan had a little encounter with Bulgy the Whale, but I think it tramatized his mom more than him.

My cute boys

Logan cautiously looking at the swings, not too sure what to make of all this madness.

Before the carousel started, Logan wanted off. As soon as the ride began, he held on the pole, looked around, and had a grand ol' time.

Inspired

photo by: www.methuenvillage.com

Anyone else way behind on organizing family photos? What are some of the ways you keep organized?

Lime Ricki

Hey guys! There is a great giveaway for a Lime Ricki swim suit!Check it out at http://www.aubutfamily.com/2010/05/lime-ricki-swimwear-giveaway.html!

Summer = Swimming

Our family has already been swimming several times this year. Logan and I did a mom-and-tot class in May and soon found out that Logan loves the water. We're lucky to have the Rec Center so close. We decided to check out the pirate ship and fountains last Saturday. It was busy, but so much fun!

Logan ready for the sun

He loves walking around in his tube

This little fountain was a huge hit. Baby size!
Daddy had fun playing too.

Right next to the fountains was this sign. Sad that they have to put that there.

More fountain fun.

Can I just say I have been looking forward to summer since it left last year. Its finally here!