Jan 31, 2013

Jan 2013





Not much of an eventful month after the holidays.  We've been cooped up indoors with the cold wintery or wet springlike weather.  Colin has tried out some new winter boots in the snow and rain puddles.  Stomping is quite fun and interesting.

It's much easier to go out with Colin now.  He's able to entertain himself a bit, which helps.  Being big enough to walk around is also a big thrill for him.  Not having to carry him is nice now that he is getting heavier.

New stuff with Colin....hmmmm.  He's taken an interest in the potty.  We get coached on what to do if we don't do things as quickly or as he wants in there.  Hopefully this is an intro to potty training.  He apparently knows the routine well enough to keep us in line.  Single syllables are Colin's words still.  Some letter sounds like "s" or some blended sounds are still tricky.  He is able to communicate well.  Body parts and animal sounds are subjects Colin is proficient in.  Colors are coming along.  Purple and blue can usually be named and picked out of his crayons.

Here's some animal sounds and a tickle monster:


The Jan album:

Jan 1, 2013

Happy New Year

Colin had quite an eventful 2012.  We'll see what 2013 brings.  Maybe graduation from the crib, or a start to potty training (the potty is already of high interest), riding a tricycle.  Who knows. Colin has already set his resolution for the year to exercise.  Here's his start:



There were plenty of Christmas celebrations.  Most of the album pictures will show that.  We were curious about how he would respond to Christmas morning.  Luckily there was some snow on the ground Christmas morning although it didn't stay for long.  Here is a video of him after coming down the stairs. 
Here is the Dec Album:


Growth Chart

Growth Chart