Stars On Ice!

To kick off Charlie's b-day week-end, we took him ice skating at a rink downtown. We talked it up all week to prepare him and he was excited! Once we got there, I was a little nervous to find that they did not in fact rent double blade skates but only single blade. Oh well, too late to turn back now. In typical Charlie fashion, the determination came out and he was GREAT at it! Only fell a couple times and no crying the whole time. He actually didn't want to leave! A fun time was had by all!

Getting ready to hit the ice

Some instruction on how to hold on to the rail

Getting the hang of it!

Looking good!

Taking a quick break

A little urging to do it on his own

There we go!

Oops!

The best part...the Zamboni!

The other best part...hot chocolate!

Some updates

Let's see, what has been going on??? Alex started solids a few weeks ago. First Rice Cereal, then Oatmeal and we've moved on to some baby food. He's getting the hang of it and I just can't believe my "newborn" is already starting solids. Where does the time go? We've been managing this horrible winter weather as best we can. Charlie and I went shopping for a sled the other day. He and Brian took it for a spin on the front lawn. Charlie decided it was, "fun but scary." I guess that's pretty much right on, huh? Here are some pics from the past few weeks.

Alex blocking out the world during a nap

All bundled up!

Kiss, kiss!

The boys piled up on the sled

Hey Mom, I can do this myself!

Guess we're DONE with this meal!

Mmmm, cereal

Such a "big boy" in the feeding chair

The doctor is in!

In preparation for Alex's 4 month appt this week, Charlie thought he might want a "run through." Thanks Papa Big Dog for the new doctor's kit. And Auntie Alli for the coat. So official!

Dr. Bodendein, at your service!

Trust me, this will only hurt for a second!

Sounds good!

Christmas 2008

We had a great Christmas this year! Alex's first, tons of new gifts, lots of family and enough treats to last us all year long. Hope yours was just as jolly!

All bundled up to go get our x-mas tree!

Watching Daddy put the lights on the house.
He desperately wants to be helping!

Cookies made with Mom!

More snow!

Coming in from playing outside

Making "Puppy Chow" with Mom

Alex surfing for a Christmas movie!

Happy Alex!

Charlie managing a half-smile. He did NOT want to pose for this pic.

Looking good Alex!

Our little candy cane ready for bed!

Adding some decorations to Papa Steve and G'ma Mary's tree.

Charlie was concerned there weren't enough ornaments.

Brian with his nephew, the ADORABLE Ethan!

Christmas Card Outtakes

These photos didn't make the cut for the annual Christmas card, but I thought they were still blog-worthy. Happy Holidays!

Stuck inside

It was way too cold to go outside today (and we didn't have any plans anyway), so Mom got out the camera and snapped some new pics of the boys. Enjoy!

Happy Alex!

Proud big brother!

Time to end the photo shoot!

Killing time playing in the sink

All smiles!

Alex has become a very smiley baby and I've managed to capture a few of his "happy" moments. Enjoy!