Sunday, September 25, 2011

Colin is 24 Months


Here's what's new with Colin...

- He can put 2-3 words together, and he learns new words everyday (almost every minute.)
- He knows his name "Col" and that he is a boy.
- He tries (sometimes successfully) to put on his clothes, shoes and socks AND he can take his diaper off!
- He can go tee tee in the big potty but prefers to do it in the grass outside.
- He can jump and spin in circles until he falls down and says "dizzy."
- He loves chalk, markers, and crayons. He says "draw Elmo mama" when he wants to do coloring books.
- His favorite places are the park, the pool, and the playground - although he says "stay home" a lot.
- His favorite foods are yogurt, pancakes, pizza, mac & cheese and popsicles ("pops.")
- He imitates everything David and I do and say. He says, "I do it!" almost 100 times a day.
- He likes to play with other kids and talks frequently about his friends: Torin, Whit Whit, baby Char and many others from school.
- He is starting to understand sharing and taking turns (he screams "Col's turn.")
- He likes to play games with other children ("chase" and "seek.")
- He LOVES mama and daddy and will run to us for hugs, kisses and cuddles (we LOVE this too!)

Colin's 24 month doc appointment:
Weight = 24.5 lbs (5-10%)
Height = 34 in. (25-50%)
Head = 50 cm. (75%-90%)

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Biker Dude

Now that the temperature is in the low 90s, we can comfortably take Colin on bike rides again. He LOVES to wear his red helmet and scream, "Daddy fast, Mama fast, Col fast!!!"




Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Breakfast

I've been making the same old boring breakfast lately (David says I'm "stuck in a rut.") I recently stumbled on these Cinnamon Raisin Bagel Thins - and they are awesome!!! I highly recommend you give them a try if your breakfast routine is getting stale. AND if you haven't tried Starbucks VIA ready brew, grab a caramel flavored pack and wake up to instant satisfaction! I'm not usually a fan of instant coffee but this may change my mind for good. Enjoy!

Monday, September 19, 2011

Touch-A-Truck


Does your child love trucks? Come to Touch-A-Truck!!!

Saturday, November 12, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bridgepoint Elementary School
6401 Cedar Street
Austin, Texas


At this event, kids can see, touch, and climb into various vehicles: fire truck, ambulance, recycling truck, Hummer police car, limousine, RV, and many more! Food and beverages will be available for purchase, along with a bounce house, face painting, and hair feather station. Join us for a fun Saturday! All parking will be at Riverbend Church, right next door to Bridgepoint Elementary School.
*All proceeds benefit the Austin Children's Shelter. Admission $5/ child (accompanying adults are free.)

Friday, September 16, 2011

Up All Night


I was really excited about this new show on NBC, but I was disappointed with the first episode. It was kinda dull and boring. Honestly, I'd rather not be "Up All Night" watching bad tv. Did anyone else watch it? I usually like Christina Applegate, but this one might be a dud.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Stickers

I recorded this clip just to hear Colin say the word, "stickers." It's so cute that I almost don't want him to ever learn how to pronounce it the correct way. Is that terrible? Does anyone else have favorite words that their children say? Oh, another one of my favorites is "please." He says "peas" when he really wants something. That one little word will melt my heart (and better judgment) and grant him just about anything he wants. I'll try to get more of Colin's vocabulary on video, but I might have to translate a little bit.

A Peden Favorite

I showed Colin how to make Rice Crispy Treats today (Daddy's favorite.) It was so cute to hear him run around and say "Col cook, Mama cook!" I think I've tricked him into thinking that I can actually cook.



My favorite part...licking the spoon!