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Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Diaper model
I realized that I haven't posted a photo in a while, so I thought I'd share a couple pictures of Cole hanging out in his diaper.
Monday, January 14, 2008
Turning into a morning person
I've never been a morning person. I like to get up slowly (preferably as late as possible) and get ready at a leisurely pace. Well, that has definitely changed since Cole entered our lives. He likes to get up early. Sometimes 4am, which I don't even know if you can consider morning. That's more like the middle of the night. And sometimes more like 6am or 7am, which is much more manageable but still early. If it was anything else waking me up that early, I'd be grumpy. Just ask Cory. But there's just something about a baby in the morning. Once fed, Cole is the happiest little guy you can imagine. He's almost giddy. Lots of smiles and talking. You just can't help but smile yourself. No matter how tired I am, I'm immediately filled with energy. It's the best way to start the day.
This morning Cole got up at 6am, so we had a couple of hours together before I had to head off to work. As part of our normal routine, I was changing his diaper and we were chatting. As he was just lying there in his diaper I started tickling him, which I've done many times before. But this time it was different. He started laughing! It was the cutest thing I've ever heard. A little belly laugh that turned into this chuckle. It's moments like those that make it not so hard to be turning into a morning person.
This morning Cole got up at 6am, so we had a couple of hours together before I had to head off to work. As part of our normal routine, I was changing his diaper and we were chatting. As he was just lying there in his diaper I started tickling him, which I've done many times before. But this time it was different. He started laughing! It was the cutest thing I've ever heard. A little belly laugh that turned into this chuckle. It's moments like those that make it not so hard to be turning into a morning person.
Friday, January 4, 2008
New Years in Sunriver
We have started a wonderful tradition with some close friends of spending New Years in Sunriver. It's several days full of friends, food, fun and this year ... SNOW! Yeah! We were excited to introduce Cole to this experience. So we got over there on Friday night in time to watch the Beavers play in the Emerald Bowl at the Maloney's house. They beat Maryland 21-14, which was a good way to start off the festivities.
Saturday morning Shahnaz and her little helpers made pancakes for breakfast. Thanks, guys, they were delish!
Then we headed outside to enjoy what would be the first encounter with snow for all of the littlest ones - Cole, Rory and Quincy.
Rory got this great sled for Christmas, which was perfect for pulling the babies - and a good workout for the adults!
Check out our snowman.
Saturday afternoon Rob and Keli arrived from Seattle. We ordered pizza for dinner and spent the night hanging out at the house. We had a little bit of excitement when Brittany called to let us know that they had lost power at their house and the electric company said that all of Sunriver would be losing power for an hour. You've never seen a group move so fast to locate candles and get a fire going! Luckily, we kept our power all night so our alternative sources of light weren't needed, but in a way it was kind of fun.
Sunday we spent the morning at home playing and relaxing.
In the afternoon some of us headed into Bend to the Childrens Museum while others hung around the house. That night Cory BBQed burgers, Ginie made a yummy salad, and Shahnaz whipped up some mashed potatoes. Rob got a surge of creativity and decided to see what he could do with snow and mixing bowls. Here's what he came up with (this picture really doesn't do it justice)-- a little snow village scene. It was so cool and the kids loved it. Owen kept saying "Thank you, Rob". Very sweet.
And that was the end of the fun for most of the household. Sunday night half of the household was up most of the night with the stomach flu, which lasted through most of the day Monday. Needless to say, our New Years Eve was a bit tamer that usual! It certainly wasn't the way that we had envisioned ringing in the New Year, but luckily everyone is on the road to recovery now.
Saturday morning Shahnaz and her little helpers made pancakes for breakfast. Thanks, guys, they were delish!
Then we headed outside to enjoy what would be the first encounter with snow for all of the littlest ones - Cole, Rory and Quincy.
Rory got this great sled for Christmas, which was perfect for pulling the babies - and a good workout for the adults!
Check out our snowman.
Saturday afternoon Rob and Keli arrived from Seattle. We ordered pizza for dinner and spent the night hanging out at the house. We had a little bit of excitement when Brittany called to let us know that they had lost power at their house and the electric company said that all of Sunriver would be losing power for an hour. You've never seen a group move so fast to locate candles and get a fire going! Luckily, we kept our power all night so our alternative sources of light weren't needed, but in a way it was kind of fun.
Sunday we spent the morning at home playing and relaxing.
In the afternoon some of us headed into Bend to the Childrens Museum while others hung around the house. That night Cory BBQed burgers, Ginie made a yummy salad, and Shahnaz whipped up some mashed potatoes. Rob got a surge of creativity and decided to see what he could do with snow and mixing bowls. Here's what he came up with (this picture really doesn't do it justice)-- a little snow village scene. It was so cool and the kids loved it. Owen kept saying "Thank you, Rob". Very sweet.
And that was the end of the fun for most of the household. Sunday night half of the household was up most of the night with the stomach flu, which lasted through most of the day Monday. Needless to say, our New Years Eve was a bit tamer that usual! It certainly wasn't the way that we had envisioned ringing in the New Year, but luckily everyone is on the road to recovery now.
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Cole's first Christmas
There is something magical about Christmas when there's a child in the house. Even though Cole had no idea what was going on, Christmas just felt more special this year with him in our lives. We hosted Christmas Eve at our house and had both families over for dinner which was followed by opening a whole lot of presents. Cole got so many nice things -- toys, clothes, books. He is such a lucky little guy to be surrounded by such loving family. Here he is happily snuggling with Grandma Badger.
Cory and I both got lots of lovely gifts as well. Kind of random, but Cory got two bobbleheads this year, which we all thought was pretty funny since he'd never owned one before. One is Dwight from The Office and the other is Jacoby Ellsbury (OSU baseball alum who now plays for the Red Sox).
On Christmas morning we headed over to Grandma and Grandpa K's house for breakfast -- cinnamon rolls, eggs and bacon ... YUM! Cole was such a happy baby that morning and didn't even fuss too much when we put his hat on.
That is until Grandma K started asking him about Santa. He didn't like that at all. What a sad little face! But still so darn cute.
Grandma redeemed herself by snuggling and holding Cole in his favorite position.
We took a break from opening presents to talk with the East Coast Klinks. Wish that we were able to celebrate the holidays with them in person. It would be so much fun to have all the cousins together. Maybe next year!?!?!
We spent the rest of the morning and into early afternoon in Lebanon at the Badgers house. After that we came home to relax and play with our gifts and to enjoy the time together. One of the best gifts of all is that Cory was off the whole week of Christmas so we had lots of family time. Thank you to everyone who helped to make Cole's first Christmas so special. We love you all!
Cory and I both got lots of lovely gifts as well. Kind of random, but Cory got two bobbleheads this year, which we all thought was pretty funny since he'd never owned one before. One is Dwight from The Office and the other is Jacoby Ellsbury (OSU baseball alum who now plays for the Red Sox).
On Christmas morning we headed over to Grandma and Grandpa K's house for breakfast -- cinnamon rolls, eggs and bacon ... YUM! Cole was such a happy baby that morning and didn't even fuss too much when we put his hat on.
That is until Grandma K started asking him about Santa. He didn't like that at all. What a sad little face! But still so darn cute.
Grandma redeemed herself by snuggling and holding Cole in his favorite position.
We took a break from opening presents to talk with the East Coast Klinks. Wish that we were able to celebrate the holidays with them in person. It would be so much fun to have all the cousins together. Maybe next year!?!?!
We spent the rest of the morning and into early afternoon in Lebanon at the Badgers house. After that we came home to relax and play with our gifts and to enjoy the time together. One of the best gifts of all is that Cory was off the whole week of Christmas so we had lots of family time. Thank you to everyone who helped to make Cole's first Christmas so special. We love you all!
Friday, December 21, 2007
Recapping the past week
It has been a busy week in the Badger household. Hence the fact that there hasn't been a blog entry since last Tuesday! Here's a recap of what has been going on in our world.
Last Friday Cole and I drove up to Beaverton to visit Kelly and Owen Ward. Owen is just about 5 months. It was so much fun to visit and we look forward to the day when Owen and Cole can play together. They did synchronize their naps, feedings, and diaper changes, though, which was nice! Check out Owen's hat. We definitely need to get one of those for Cole!
Then that night was the Edge holiday party. Cole stayed home with Grandma and Grandpa K while Cory and I went out. It was fun to have a night out and Cole enjoyed his time with his grandparents.
Saturday Grandma and Grandpa Badger came over to visit. We think that Grandpa B may be a Baby Whisperer or something. He has such a way with babies! Cole is alway happy to sit and snuggle with him.
Monday Cole and I spent the morning in Lebanon while the cleaning ladies were at our house. Aunt Lorrie was there, too, so we visited and Cole slept with Grandpa. I'm telling you, Baby Whisperer.
Tuesday we took Cole to Grandma B's Bunko Christmas party at Dixie Green's house. He was a big hit with all of the women!
Wednesday Cole went to school. Well, Grandma K's school. It was fun to meet her coworkers and to be among the buzz of the middle school students.
Yesterday Olivia stopped by on her way home from the coast. She brought Cole the cutest gift for Christmas. Two little dolls that she calls "Hugs." They are just adorable. I'll get a photo of them up on the blog soon.
And today Cole and I went to HP to visit Daddy at work. His work group was hosting a holiday open house so we got to meet several of his coworkers and even got to see one of the Halo rooms.
Lets see, what else can I tell you about Cole these days. He's starting to do a bit better at night. Although he's not sleeping through the night, he's only waking up (for the most part) one or two times. He is starting to "talk" a lot more and is making lots of eye contact. Recently he has been discovering his tongue
and thinks its pretty cool when other people stick their tongues out at him or make raspberry noises. You can tell that his vision is starting to get better as he is really focusing in on things and is becoming more interested in faces. He literally changes very day. Truly amazing.
Last Friday Cole and I drove up to Beaverton to visit Kelly and Owen Ward. Owen is just about 5 months. It was so much fun to visit and we look forward to the day when Owen and Cole can play together. They did synchronize their naps, feedings, and diaper changes, though, which was nice! Check out Owen's hat. We definitely need to get one of those for Cole!
Then that night was the Edge holiday party. Cole stayed home with Grandma and Grandpa K while Cory and I went out. It was fun to have a night out and Cole enjoyed his time with his grandparents.
Saturday Grandma and Grandpa Badger came over to visit. We think that Grandpa B may be a Baby Whisperer or something. He has such a way with babies! Cole is alway happy to sit and snuggle with him.
Monday Cole and I spent the morning in Lebanon while the cleaning ladies were at our house. Aunt Lorrie was there, too, so we visited and Cole slept with Grandpa. I'm telling you, Baby Whisperer.
Tuesday we took Cole to Grandma B's Bunko Christmas party at Dixie Green's house. He was a big hit with all of the women!
Wednesday Cole went to school. Well, Grandma K's school. It was fun to meet her coworkers and to be among the buzz of the middle school students.
Yesterday Olivia stopped by on her way home from the coast. She brought Cole the cutest gift for Christmas. Two little dolls that she calls "Hugs." They are just adorable. I'll get a photo of them up on the blog soon.
And today Cole and I went to HP to visit Daddy at work. His work group was hosting a holiday open house so we got to meet several of his coworkers and even got to see one of the Halo rooms.
Lets see, what else can I tell you about Cole these days. He's starting to do a bit better at night. Although he's not sleeping through the night, he's only waking up (for the most part) one or two times. He is starting to "talk" a lot more and is making lots of eye contact. Recently he has been discovering his tongue
and thinks its pretty cool when other people stick their tongues out at him or make raspberry noises. You can tell that his vision is starting to get better as he is really focusing in on things and is becoming more interested in faces. He literally changes very day. Truly amazing.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Two month check-up
Today we went to the doctor for Cole's 2 month check-up, which consisted of weighing and measuring him, listening to his heart and lungs, and checking all his other parts. What we learned is that he is a healthy little guy and is doing great. He weighs 12 pounds, 12 ounces (75th percentile) and is 24 inches long (90th percentile).
Oh, and he also had to get three vacinnation shots. How could I forget that! It was so hard to watch. I was up by his face and Cory was helping the nurse by holding Cole's legs down. Before the shots he was such a happy baby, cooing and smiling away on the exam table. And then all of a sudden he got stuck what seemed like a 5 inch needle right in his chubby little leg. And he wailed. His little face turned bright red and he even had tears. But once it was over and Dad picked him up he recovered quickly and feel asleep before we got out of the office. Not looking forward to doing that again, that's for sure!
So no photos of the occasion, but we did want to share this update with you all.
Oh, and he also had to get three vacinnation shots. How could I forget that! It was so hard to watch. I was up by his face and Cory was helping the nurse by holding Cole's legs down. Before the shots he was such a happy baby, cooing and smiling away on the exam table. And then all of a sudden he got stuck what seemed like a 5 inch needle right in his chubby little leg. And he wailed. His little face turned bright red and he even had tears. But once it was over and Dad picked him up he recovered quickly and feel asleep before we got out of the office. Not looking forward to doing that again, that's for sure!
So no photos of the occasion, but we did want to share this update with you all.
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