My Poor Baby

Rex caught something and spent all Sunday doing what most people do over the toilet. Since he doesn't know that's the designated location, Jeff and I spent a lot of time cleaning the house/carpet/crib/sheets/rug/couch/high chair/etc. Today he kept everything down, but he only wanted to snuggle all day. Out of pity I let him have his binky all day. He carried it around with his mini-wooby. Here's my poor little guy.

He would just randomly lay on my leg. He wasn't quite himself. While cleaning up after him wasn't my favorite, I did enjoy all the snuggling.

Catch Me If You Can

Rex is now a lot harder to catch and he's into everything.

One of his recent things is pointing. He loves to point to exactly what he wants and then wait for you to get it for him. If this keeps working he might never have to speak.

On the move under the table.
He loves the dryer. He talks into it while I load it. I finally let him see it from the inside today. His tongue is out a little in all these pictures because that's the exact face he makes every time he's getting into things.
Stairs are his favorite, but definitely not mine.
He loves eating anything he sees us eating - especially on his own.
Drawers are also amazing fun.
Here he is using his truck as a walker. I just wish he knew how to steer it. That would make my job a whole lot easier.

Here's a quick look at his "I'm ticked at you" look. It involves a scrunched up nose and a lot of sniffing. I'm pretty sure I know where he gets it from. Jeff does the same thing (minus the sniffing).

So, that pretty much sums up what my day is like - a lot of chasing. And to think - I thought I was done chasing men after I caught Jeff!

Chocolate Malts on the House

I have lots of memories of my mom making us chocolate malts on Sunday nights. Yum! Tonight we headed over to the Harlines and made some there. Who doesn't like a good malt?

Here's Jeff, making sure Rex gets to sample all the best things in life.

Surprise, surprise...he liked it.
Who knew that malts can even bring out the romantic side?
I think Cam liked his the most, even though he shared a good portion of his with the table.

My New Ride!!!

I begged Jeff to let me get my b-day present early. You see, I really wanted a bike so I could ride around with Rex in a bike trailer. I'm not a jogger, so the whole jogging stroller thing doesn't interest me. However, I had this vision of us on family bike rides and I figured that if I got one now I could use it all summer. Well, today we picked her up. I think I might even name her.

Here's Rex and I before the ride.

Here are Rex's new wheels. Jeff pulled him tonight on our test drive so I could get used to my new wheels. (Plus, if Jeff has to haul Rex, then I have a better chance at keeping up with him.)
Here she is. She's even pink. Maybe I'll name her the flamingo. We'll see. One thing is for sure...we're going to be great friends!

The Lollipop Photoshoot

I saw this $1 lollipop at Wal-mart the other day and thought it would make for some cute photos. (Not only cute colors, but also a good way to get Rex to sit still!) I decided to try my hand at photography. (Cassie let me borrow her nice camera.) Here's my little sweet tooth.

"Hey, this is really good Mom!"
"Are you going to let me eat the whole thing?"
He got a little too slap-happy, but not before I got to take a lot of pics. There's just something about teeny-tiny converse sneakers with argyle socks. I wish I could keep him small!

Father's Day

Jeff - Happy first official father's day. You are a wonderful father. Rex and I love you more than words can say. Thank you for being so good to us. Love, Cheri and Rex

My Movin' Machine

My little man is on the move like never before! Just like everyone warns you, he is into EVERYTHING!!! Yesterday's highpoint was licking the toilet seat and I know it's only going to get worse. Though he can be a little monster at times, he's my monster and I'm crazy about him!

Oreos - Take Two

Rex got a second chance at an oreo today and he redeemed himself. This time he really got into it and made a big 'ol mess. We're preping him for his birthday cake. I think he's ready.

The Firetruck Fettish

If you know my nephew Cam, you know he's obsessed with firetrucks and construction equipment. The other day he and I spotted this one in the parking lot, so I put him next to it so he could have a picture with it.

He also wanted one with this resue truck. On our way back to our car we saw the firemen approaching. I asked him if he wanted to meet them and he did. He told them he thought their truck was cool.
I think they appreciated the way he was awestruck, so they offered to let him get in it and pretend he was driving. Cam was so excited. It was adorable.
Thank you firemen!!! You made his day!

His Very First Oreo

As I mentioned, Leca was in town. She was shocked that Rex had never had an oreo, so she strapped him into the chair for the big treat. She has pictures of her kids with their first oreos all over their faces. I had my camera ready for the big mess. However, the little man surprised me.

He didn't need any help breaking it up and he neatly devoured every last bit. There were only a few crumbs of evidence on his face. I guess it was just that good.

Like a Kid in a Candy Shop

Leca was in town for a few days to meet Cassie's new baby. We took her to this really cool toy store we have nearby. Let's just say toy stores aren't just for kids.

My dad makes a pretty mean pirate.

Leca just needs a peg-leg and she's set.
Everybody needs one of these.
If Leca's kids play soccer, she's going to wear this on the sidelines, cheering them on.
This is fierce me.
Dad found the puppet section and got a little out of control.

The Boys in Action

I think Cam hasn't quite realized that Rex isn't a little baby anymore. He asks to hold him sometimes, even though they are almost the same size. Rex doesn't like being held down, but if it's Cam, he actually likes it. They make quite a pair. I love it.

Cassie and I wanted to video Cam saying his new brother's name. He says "Coooooper Gwaahhhnt" and it's adorable.

I'm very proud of this next one. I've been working with Cam, teaching him about opposites. He learns so quickly and he's so sharp, not to mention cute.

This last one is the only time I've caught Rex doing "so big" on camera. It's not his best one, but at least I caught something.

Paris Hilton - eat your heart out!

Here's Rex borrowing Grandma's Paris Hilton shades. He thought they were pretty cool.

Sunglasses and a binky? Life doesn't get much better than that.
Now that Rex is on the move he finds new parts of the house to explore everyday. Yesterday was my closet today was the end table with baskets. Overall, there is one thing that is always his favorite - my laptop. If it's open he will do anything to get to it. This is how he gets there (and this video is his slow-motion-I-need-a-nap-version).

My Sweet Husband

Jeff and I have been married for over three years, but I am still trying to understand him and figure out exactly how his mind works. I figure, if can get inside there, maybe I could figure out a way to get him to pick up the pile of clothes on the side of his bed. Maybe I could convince him that eating leftovers won't kill him.

Well, here are two things that definitely motivate him. ONE. A sweet young girl came by our house selling newspaper subscriptions the other day. We don't get the paper. We don't want the paper. However, she gave her saga about wanting to go to vet school and she told Jeff she had a chihuahua. Now we get the paper. It's everywhere. I think we have enough to recarpet the house with it. Thank you chihuahua girl. We really needed that.

TWO. This has occurred more than once. When Jeff sees a commercial from Dairy Queen, he LITERALLY leaves the house that instant to go get it. This time it was the brownie explosion sundae. It comes in a waffle bowl, you know. He had to have it.
So, how can I make this all work for me? If I can get Dairy Queen to start advertising leftovers I'll be set. AND maybe if I tell him there a sweet little girl with a chihuahua stuck under his giant pile of clothes, he might pick it up. Until then, I'll just enjoy his brownie sundae.

Dino Park

Saturday we decided to let Rex take advantage of his new mobility, so we set off to the play area at the mall. It's one of those areas my sisters might deem too disguisting to let your kids set foot on, but we decided to go for it. There were lots of bigger kids there and Rex seemed to think he was one of them.

He cruised along holding onto anything he could find. You see, he can crawl, but he prefers cruising by far. Crawling is only a last, desperate measure.
He was pretty proud of himself.
I love this little man. It's so fun to watch him grow and change. He keeps getting smarter, faster, blonder, and funnier.