Happy Work Anniversary

I can't believe it's been a year already! I love this crazy, stressful thing I call my job. I've never felt so challenged, laughed out loud to the point of tears, been frustrated to the point of tears, seen as many funny forwarded emails about animals and favorite office quotes, or truly had pride in performing my job. One of my coworkers often says that we've all been ruined from working anywhere else. It's true. How can we work in a normal office environment after this? I mean, we once had someone dress up as a Teletubbie after losing a bet. This place is awesome and I feel lucky to be a part of the team.

20 Months Old

* Weighs approx 23 lbs. * Loves it when I tell him he looks handsome. * Wants to be independent and get's mad when I try to help him. * He’s been sick off and on this month. It seems that when one of us gets sick, that we pass it around to each other. It started with a fever and congestion and ended with a stomach bug which he threw up for the first time. *  He is trying to talk all the time now and we feel he is on the cusp actually talking for real. I love giving him new words to say and hearing how it ends up sounding as he says it. New words this month – be nice, mine, guys, stinky, my all time favorite ewww. After I fart, he'll say "eww". Funniest thing ever! * He is my little social butterfly. He is not afraid of strangers. In fact, he wants to talk to them, share whatever food he has, and is sure to show off whatever toy he is holding at the time.* Is a fan of soda and I’m sad to say that he likes Dr. Pepper. * Still a mama's boy and loves to cuddle under the blankets together. * Likes to roll down the window in the car and wave bye to everyone. *

Big Boy Bed

I think we were more excited than Zander to transform his crib into a toddler bed. All he wanted to do was jump on the bed and turn the lights off and on. It should be an interesting first night in the big boy bed.

Devin got to camp and hiked up the Superstition Mountain with the scouts this past weekend. They hiked to the Flat Iron which is a strenuous 6 mile round trip hike straight up the mountain. Devin stayed at the back of the pack with some of the scouts that were having trouble and made it about 250 ft from the top before they met up with the rest of the troop who was making their way down. Due to time constraints they had to descend. He is bummed that he made it so close and didn't make it all the way to the top. We made it a goal to return to the Superstitions in a few weeks to do the hike together and make it to the top.

Kids today know how to navigate an iPad before they can talk and walk.

Zander knows how to turn on, unlock, and navigate through the different pages to find his apps. He plays with Elmo Loves His ABCs, Elmo's Monster Maker, and Netflix to watch Yo Gabba Gabba. Sometimes I see him attempting Angry Birds or Cut the Rope and he gets mad if I try to help him. I think if he knew our password, he would buy apps from the App Store. Devin and I have to fight over the iPad with him. It usually ends with lots of crying and talk of it being "mine". Devin has created an electronic monster!

Another day, another park to explore. I rode my bike down to the park by our pool which was a major trek since I didn't realize one of the wheels on the bike trailer was flat. I felt the burn in my legs and it didn't help that I took the scenic way to get there either. At the park, we played and had a little picnic. It was fun to watch Zander interact and chat with the other kids, mimic their actions, and even attempt to steal their scooter. My little social butterfly.

I Wish I Was A Little Bit Taller

With our little Z being a preemie, we knew it would take time for him to catch up in weight and height. He is in the 3rd percentile for his age. He is slowly catching up and I love to see his progress at his doctor appointments. He is starting to fit into 12 month clothes which is crazy to think about since he is almost 20 months old. Some of the clothes are still too big and pants are the worst with his tiny waist and legs. When I was out shopping and saw this shirt, I knew I had to buy it. It fits him perfectly. 

The Bounz House

Since I had the day off work with the MLK holiday, Zander and I went to the Bounz House with the Spilsburys. It was our first time there and the $5 fee was worth it. Two giant rooms filled with slides, obstacle courses, and bounce houses. Zander was in heaven! We spent fun-filled two hours playing and by the time we left, Zander was fast asleep in the car.

Buds in a Tub

Onesies

This is how Zander and I are lounging around the house right now. We turned the heat off a few weeks ago and now I'm actually cold. We just need to get Devin his own pair of jammies so he can join in the fun.

We bought this little guy glasses the last time we were at the mall. He thought he was so cool wearing them and wouldn't take them off. I'm surprised they stay up with his cute little flat nose.

I love days when we go to the park. I love that it's winter and 80's degrees in Arizona. I love that I'm wearing flip flops and shorts right now. I love this crazy little dude and his wild hair. I love that he slides down the slide backwards even though it makes him go so fast that he slides right off into the sand. I love playing peekaboo through the railings. I love the "wee" sound I hear as I push him in the swing. I love that his pants are too short and I can see his little ankles. I love walking home knowing that we'll get to see our other love when we get there.

 Zander adores his cousin Clayton.

The two mammas to be- Angela and Fia

Zander and I got to attend Fia and Angela's baby shower this past weekend. Fia is expecting little Sofia and Angela is expecting Konnor 4 days apart from each other in February.  We ate food, played games, opened presents, and I just may have won the baby bottle chugging contest. It was great seeing Lisa, Soleil, and Beth (who just returned home from her mission) as well. I miss hanging out with these girls.