Good Morning

GO GATORS!

Santa's Two Front Teeth . . .

So, I changed the blog background in an attempt to be festive. I just noticed that Connor has more teeth than this Santa! I may have to look for a new background. Connor is sleeping 50/50. Last night - not so good - the night before - he slept all night. So, we will see how tonight goes. . . Colin is running in the Jingle Bell 5K tomorrow morning - the forecast is for snow! I know - we live in Alabama - but we do occasionally get snow. In 1993 we got 13 inches! We were out of school for over a week. There were even t-shirts printed saying "I survived the blizzard of '93". When we got 20 plus inches of snow in Baltimore my boss was shocked that I couldn't/ wouldn't drive into work. I used to joke that Birmingham only had one snow plow for the entire state. That MAY not be true - I don't know - but I do know I have NEVER seen a snow plow in Alabama (not even on the news)!

First Ear Infection

I feel pretty lucky that we have gone nearly 16 months before our first "sick visit" to the doctor. Well, today that streak ended. Connor has his first ear infection and thus his first dose of antibiotics. Poor little guy. Lets hope he sleeps better than he did last night (which after 11pm was not at all).

War Eagle Anyway!

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday - so much delicious food to eat with family and friends - I love it! This year, like most, my mom hosted the turkey day meal. Colin's little brother, his girlfriend (whom we adore) and his dad and step mom joined us. The meal was amazing and we had a wonderful weekend of food, family and football. What could be better?

Auburn played Alabama in the Iron Bowl on Friday. The boys headed to Auburn for the game. Connor and I stayed back at the lake to relax and avoid the traffic/ crowds (although you know I REALLY wanted to go). For those of you that don't follow college football (1. You should start, 2. Alabama is ranked #2, 3. This is a huge rivalry that the winner can claim bragging rights for the next 364 days). Alabama ended up winning in the last minute and a half. Of course we wanted to win and hope Florida blows Alabama out next weekend - but . . . at least we know that Alabama fans were all a little nervous during the game. And this season - that is a little satisfaction for us Auburn fans.

Checkup 75/50

We went to Connor's 15 month appointment this morning. He is weighing in a little less than I anticipated at 24 pounds 13 ounces and is 32 1/4 inches long (roughly 50/75 percentiles respectively).

Happy Monday!

Run for the Hills

Colin ran a 10K this morning (lets hope Connor gets his motivation from Colin) since I would NEVER (ok, never say never but) do it. Where we live there are a LOT of hills and Colin got to experience them first hand this morning. It was/ is a GORGEOUS day here and Colin finished 2nd in his age group and 8th overall! Way to go!!! Anyway, while he was running my mom and I played with Connor on the playgroud at the start/ finishline. It was such a cute place and Connor had a great time - of course I didn't bring my camera - I'll blame that on Colin for rushing us out the door to get to the race this morning. Anyway, after the race and the morning nap (1 hour and 20 minute nap - this is a HUGE accomplishment) we took Connor to a playground that is walking distance from our house. It wasn't quite as toddler friendly but he still had fun. He LOVED the slide. Take a look.
I love that he even snorts and then tries to climb back up the slide! Looks like a playset is going on the must-have list for next year.

Dance Monkey

I heard Colin pull in the garage last night and told Connor "Daddy's home!". Usually, Connor runs to the stairs and pulls on the gate yelling "Dada" until Colin walks in the house. Yesterday though Connor ran to the gate and then ran back to the den (I must say like a crazed maniac!) and then back to the gate and back to the den. I had no idea what he was doing. I really just thought he was super excited to have his dad home since he had been with me ALL day. Colin knew just what he wanted - MUSIC. Colin quickly turned on the ipod and Connor started dancing and laughing. It was SOOO precious. Well, unfortunately I didn't get that on camera - but Connor begged again today for the dance music and I took a quick clip to post for ya'll. Connor is fairly particular about his music too. He really likes Country (shocker) and songs with a good beat - oh and rap music - haha.