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A Good Read

I like to do things like my Da Da. One of his favorite books is the dictionary, so I thought I would take a read as well. Trying to increase my vocabulary you know...Does anyone know what Chagos Archipelago is?

The Great Outdoors

Sometimes you just need to kick back, relax, and have an ice pop :)

Wow, you would have thought I was on summer vacation from blogging, but as most of you know the weather has be beautiful and I like to take Mom and Dad outside every chance I get! I could write a book of all the changes and things we have been doing, but I will try to keep this short and sweet.

Highlights-

-Easter weekend with Grandma and Grandpa Ward

-Helping Dad plant the garden (let's just say I took multiple baths that day)

-Running into the neighbor's yard to pet their dog (my daily activity)

-Going up and down the stairs while throwing items down them

-Playing with my Football and Basketball

-Playing with any child or animal that will come my way

-More teeth

-Playing superman off the coffee table (Mom and Dad hid it for now, man they are no fun)

-Mom will be 28 weeks this Sunday! I can't wait until this little playmate comes!

Good Oral Hygiene- We love brushing our teeth!!!

Basketball star in the making...I can already slam dunk!!!

Oh the kinda scary Easter Bunny..."can somebody help me out here"

Mom at 23 weeks...The belly has grown a ton since then. She was told this week by an adult that this baby looks like it will come soon. Mom just laughed and said, no 13 weeks to go.

Aw, the 1 year old photo shoot!!

The Baby

Now, I should take some time away from me to discuss what is growing in Mom's Belly. I love to lift up her shirt and point to her belly button, but she tells me there is a Baby in there.

Mom and Dad took me along to the ultrasound on Friday. I was good, but when there are computers, T.V. screens, and lots of items to touch, of course I wanted to get down and explore this new environment. I did let Dad have a few good looks at this little one, but then he and I went to the hall so I could walk and explore there. We lasted in the Ultrasound about 10 minutes. So Mom got to finish and show us the cool pictures of my new little brother or sister. Yes, you will have to wait to find out. Mom needs to scan the pictures, but she took a picture of one of them. It is hard to see so we will get better ones up soon. But here is the little one...

It was a busy one. The baby flipped and turned the whole time. Mom's belling was rolling:) We got some 3D pictures as well which are kind of neat to see!

The big 1 year old

That is right, I am officially 1 and loving every minute of it. I am a walking and climbing machine. I can now climb on the couch and into the bathtub by myself. Luckily Mom and Dad have taught me how to get down from the couch correctly so I don't face dive onto the floor. I learned last week how to stand up without any assistance also. My new big thing to also add is I have learned some sign language. I can say all done, please, and thank you. I am also very good at folding my hands to say my prayers. I love to tell Mom and Dad all done when they are changing my diaper, however, they do not stop that one. A kids gotta try right?

For my birthday, I had a party in Minnesota with the Ward and Fossen families. It was so much fun to see everyone. I love my new toys! Mom made me a puppy cake also! It looked really cool, but I have decided I am not yet a fan of cake. Then, I went to the farm to celebrate with Grandpa Fred. His birthday is the day before mine! We got an ice cream cake from Dairy Queen. Now that was delicious! My cousins Peter and Henry came to play and got to see lots of baby animals! Very exciting for a little guy!

Mom took me to my appointment and I officially weigh 26 lbs 1 ounce and am 30 1/2 inches long. Yes, a big boy I know, I get told that all the time.

Here are a few pictures from my Birthday week!

My cousin Henry was great at assisting me with my cup. Man I love service!!!
"Well, okay I guess I will try it" I took the frosting after this shot:)

"Grandpa, I don't know about another Big Cake"

So much fun, I fell asleep outside with Dad and Grandpa! Don't worry, I was right back at it when I woke up. Even big boys need a power nap!!

The calf was a little too big for me...

The lamb was much nicer to me. Oh how I loved this little guy!!!

On the farm, I liked the pig until I grabbed its ear and it squealed at me...Lesson learned, just touch animals nicely!!!

This is all the farther I got with my cake. I didn't even have to have a bath right away!!! Which meant, more time to play for me:)

Playing with my new toys...boy is this fun!!! I love to stack and unstack these cups!!!

Grandma and Grandpa Ward

Great Grandpa Buster!

Great Grandma and Grandpa Ward!

My Auntie Becky!!!

Opening my presents...

Me and the puppy cake, I wasn't a big fan of sitting on the table not being allowed to touch the cake!!!

Games with Dad

Sorry, the sound doesn't work...use your imagination on this one...

Finger Painting!!!

The finished masterpieces! Not bad I must say...

"Mom, I'm trying to paint here. No pictures please."

I wonder what this stuff will look like on the table??? I think I'll find out...

Aw, another sheet, watch out paint!

"Mom please, I am working hard here!"

My Grandpa Ward had surgery on his shoulder, so I thought I would make him a picture. Since I can't color or write yet, Mom made me some homemade finger paint. It was great! I tried to taste it, but enjoyed smearing it on the paper and table more. My shirt got a little color too, but don't worry it came out. Hope you enjoy!! Get better soon Grandpa!!!