Liam flew to Illinois this past weekend with Daddy and brought a little East Coast (Jersey Shore to be exact) to share with Surabhi and Uncle Jake in the car...
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
19 Months Old
Liam is 19 months old this week! He had his 18 month check-up a few weeks ago and survived another round of vaccines. He lost a little weight since his 15-month check-up, but since he is a pretty serious eater, we'll chalk it up to how much he runs around. He's in about the 70th percentile in weight at 27 lbs 13 oz and in the 80th for height at 33.5 inches. His big ol' melon is in the 90th percentile :) No surprise there-- this kid goes through ball caps like it's his job! Thank goodness for his adjustable Phillies hat!
He still isn't talking much, if at all, which of course has made us a little concerned. He is very expressive and has no problem understanding what is said, but his "words" just don't make any sense yet. He's interested in words themselves-- and insists you tell him the word for everything he sees-- but he just isn't interested in repeating anything back. We got a referral for a speech therapist, but Uncle Sam (who is one!) has reassured us that all the building blocks are there-- especially with regards to how good his comprehension is-- and he'll talk when he's ready. So I guess time will tell! We're so glad that Uncle Sam is able to work with him informally whenever they're together, and we know he'll tell us if/when it's time to call to get him regular appointments.
So while he's not saying much, he is... um... "expressing" himself in other ways... mainly with some GROSS incidents of "finger painting" with the contents of his diaper! He has become very concerned with his diaper over the last couple of weeks, and yes, this includes some exploration of the yucky stuff. It only ever happens if he has a dirty diaper while he's sleeping (and most often as he's waking up from a nap) and if he has somewhat easy access to it. Needless to say, this is one of the most foul things a parent could encounter. The clean-up is quite an undertaking, including scrubbing crib rails, washing every piece of fabric in the vicinity, and a major bath! So GONE are the days of sleeping in onesies or in just a diaper, Mr. Liam-- you are officially only allowed to sleep in footed pajamas!
The good news, though, is that with his new-found interest in the goings-on in his diaper, he has also been interested in actually using the potty! By no means a regular thing, but in general, Liam will sit on the toilet whenever he needs a diaper change and will actually go! No #2 yet, but there have been plenty of #1s to celebrate (which is clearly his favorite part. Again, no one is prouder of Liam than Liam!!).
On to some photos....
Liam had a blast playing with his good buddy Brigid during an ND game the other weekend. These two make such good pals!
Saturday morning, 7 am. Liam running around in only a diaper (refused any other clothes). Wanted to go outside, so he grabbed his hat and his mower and headed for the door. Hold up, buddy! Missing some key elements!
We enjoyed a fun visit from Nana and Grandpa this weekend. We spent some time at Linvilla Orchards for their music and arts festival on Saturday. Liam and Grandpa checking out some of the animals:
He still isn't talking much, if at all, which of course has made us a little concerned. He is very expressive and has no problem understanding what is said, but his "words" just don't make any sense yet. He's interested in words themselves-- and insists you tell him the word for everything he sees-- but he just isn't interested in repeating anything back. We got a referral for a speech therapist, but Uncle Sam (who is one!) has reassured us that all the building blocks are there-- especially with regards to how good his comprehension is-- and he'll talk when he's ready. So I guess time will tell! We're so glad that Uncle Sam is able to work with him informally whenever they're together, and we know he'll tell us if/when it's time to call to get him regular appointments.
So while he's not saying much, he is... um... "expressing" himself in other ways... mainly with some GROSS incidents of "finger painting" with the contents of his diaper! He has become very concerned with his diaper over the last couple of weeks, and yes, this includes some exploration of the yucky stuff. It only ever happens if he has a dirty diaper while he's sleeping (and most often as he's waking up from a nap) and if he has somewhat easy access to it. Needless to say, this is one of the most foul things a parent could encounter. The clean-up is quite an undertaking, including scrubbing crib rails, washing every piece of fabric in the vicinity, and a major bath! So GONE are the days of sleeping in onesies or in just a diaper, Mr. Liam-- you are officially only allowed to sleep in footed pajamas!
The good news, though, is that with his new-found interest in the goings-on in his diaper, he has also been interested in actually using the potty! By no means a regular thing, but in general, Liam will sit on the toilet whenever he needs a diaper change and will actually go! No #2 yet, but there have been plenty of #1s to celebrate (which is clearly his favorite part. Again, no one is prouder of Liam than Liam!!).
On to some photos....
Liam had a blast playing with his good buddy Brigid during an ND game the other weekend. These two make such good pals!
Saturday morning, 7 am. Liam running around in only a diaper (refused any other clothes). Wanted to go outside, so he grabbed his hat and his mower and headed for the door. Hold up, buddy! Missing some key elements!
We enjoyed a fun visit from Nana and Grandpa this weekend. We spent some time at Linvilla Orchards for their music and arts festival on Saturday. Liam and Grandpa checking out some of the animals:
Nana and Liam dancing to some tunes:
Liam was a riot feeding the chickens-- was equally scared and excited by the little pinch when they'd peck the corn out of his fingers!
Climbing a tree:
Monday, September 13, 2010
Labor Day Weekend in Milford
Hi everyone! I know it's been a while, but after some traveling and some hectic work stuff, we're back in business!
We had an awesome weekend in Milford for Labor Day-- it was so good to see so many friends and family members! Thanks to all who made an effort to get together over that weekend. We arrived on Friday, and were very, very relieved that the plane ride was without incident (read: biting), as it was obviously much easier to keep Liam entertained for an hour and 45 minute flight!
On Saturday morning, Mom and Dad snuck out before dawn and trekked over to South Bend to see the Irish WIN in their season opener against Purdue! It had been many years (8 for Dad, more for Mom!) since we'd been back in the Notre Dame stadium, so it was really great to get away for the day. We also got to see several of our college friends-- and their babies! So much has changed since our college days for sure.
While we got away, Liam stayed in Milford for a fun day with Grandma, Papa, Uncle Andrew, Beth, Toni, and Aidan. They all took great care of him and he had a blast! He was a little confused at first:
But he warmed up fast. This, by the way, is Liam's "Antonia look". She makes the exact same face, and they look just like each other when they do it!
Liam enjoying some AM fun with Toni on the Aerobed:
Later that morning, they all went to the Hoopeston Sweet Corn Festival Parade to see fire trucks, marching bands, and more! It was chillier than we'd expected that morning, so thanks to Grandma for supplementing Liam's wardrobe :) Liam watching the action with Uncle Andrew:
On Sunday, Grandma and Papa hosted a party for Aidan's 8th birthday, and we were excited to see lots of family and friends. Liam helped Papa prepare for the party by hammering in a stake for the tent:
Aunt Vicki got Cousin Drake and Liam these adorable Illinois t-shirts-- they didn't have a "Thing 2", so they are both "Thing 1"s! Can't believe how much these two have grown!
Liam discovered a new interest in football-- good timing! And nice spiral, little guy!
Liam got to put his new football skills to use all day in an exciting and sometimes heated backyard football game. Granted, he insisted on being carried through the action for most of it-- but who could blame him? The thing went on for hours!
And being carried meant he was always right in the middle of the action!
Another new love-- the fist bump. Knuckling up with Bill after a good play:
(As a side note... at Costco yesterday, Liam held out his fist from his stroller and was fist-bumping total strangers up and down the aisles. So funny!)
Chugging some H2O with Grandma after the game:
Liam also got to hang out with his little buddy Owen, who has really grown since last we saw him! How cute are these two?
Liam trying to make a getaway in German's van. Nice try, dude. Look at that devilish look!
We had an awesome weekend in Milford for Labor Day-- it was so good to see so many friends and family members! Thanks to all who made an effort to get together over that weekend. We arrived on Friday, and were very, very relieved that the plane ride was without incident (read: biting), as it was obviously much easier to keep Liam entertained for an hour and 45 minute flight!
On Saturday morning, Mom and Dad snuck out before dawn and trekked over to South Bend to see the Irish WIN in their season opener against Purdue! It had been many years (8 for Dad, more for Mom!) since we'd been back in the Notre Dame stadium, so it was really great to get away for the day. We also got to see several of our college friends-- and their babies! So much has changed since our college days for sure.
While we got away, Liam stayed in Milford for a fun day with Grandma, Papa, Uncle Andrew, Beth, Toni, and Aidan. They all took great care of him and he had a blast! He was a little confused at first:
But he warmed up fast. This, by the way, is Liam's "Antonia look". She makes the exact same face, and they look just like each other when they do it!
Liam enjoying some AM fun with Toni on the Aerobed:
Later that morning, they all went to the Hoopeston Sweet Corn Festival Parade to see fire trucks, marching bands, and more! It was chillier than we'd expected that morning, so thanks to Grandma for supplementing Liam's wardrobe :) Liam watching the action with Uncle Andrew:
On Sunday, Grandma and Papa hosted a party for Aidan's 8th birthday, and we were excited to see lots of family and friends. Liam helped Papa prepare for the party by hammering in a stake for the tent:
Aunt Vicki got Cousin Drake and Liam these adorable Illinois t-shirts-- they didn't have a "Thing 2", so they are both "Thing 1"s! Can't believe how much these two have grown!
Liam discovered a new interest in football-- good timing! And nice spiral, little guy!
Liam got to put his new football skills to use all day in an exciting and sometimes heated backyard football game. Granted, he insisted on being carried through the action for most of it-- but who could blame him? The thing went on for hours!
And being carried meant he was always right in the middle of the action!
Another new love-- the fist bump. Knuckling up with Bill after a good play:
(As a side note... at Costco yesterday, Liam held out his fist from his stroller and was fist-bumping total strangers up and down the aisles. So funny!)
Chugging some H2O with Grandma after the game:
Liam also got to hang out with his little buddy Owen, who has really grown since last we saw him! How cute are these two?
Liam trying to make a getaway in German's van. Nice try, dude. Look at that devilish look!
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