28 months

Long time no post...I think it might be a Facebook issue. I feel like I need to post sometimes just for my own memory later!!

Anyway, the dude is 28 months today. Stats: 3'1" and 36 pounds.

So much has changed since his second birthday. He's talking more every minute. Hilarious phrases include: "Something weird, mommy" (randomly said about just about everything), "I not like it" (usually said after spitting something into my hand), "this too sow-y" (sour) among about a thousand other daily phrases. I cannot believe what happens one these little things start talking! Favorite toys include his train set, garbage truck, Pixar Toys cars (he has almost every one and TWO of some!), puzzles (mainly for throwing pieces on the floor rather than working), coloring crayons and books, and his paints and easel. OH, and let's not forget his piano, accordion and other musical instruments. We're still watching Lawrence Welk every Saturday night at our house. Guillermo actually asks to watch it! Luckily we enrolled in a Music Together class, so he has some musical outlet. I think he might be one that sticks with liking music, so I'm preparing myself for whatever instrument he chooses in later years (you know, getting my ears ready for the first few years of practice! I can just cross fingers that it's not violin since the sounds that children make on those are completely awful!).

We are trying to decide what to do about preschool next year. Most preschools won't take kids under 3 (they follow the state school cut-off of turning 3 by Aug 31) which means that Guillermo might not be attending more than our weekly co-op preschool until he's almost four. I feel both happy and sad about this--though we do have plans to try to do 2 day a week co-op classes next year rather than 1. So many things change when the babies enter our lives, no? I applied for and was offered a job a few months ago, and actually turned it down because I wasn't ready to leave my kiddo in daycare. I was surprised by my attitude, but ever since, each day spent at home has been more and more enjoyable!

That's all for now...until the next sporadic monthly post...

Jingle Bells

Our son the singer. I am continually entertained as much by him as he is by all the simple joys of life.

More holiday cheer

Snow! Finally! It's so beautiful! Guillermo is in HEAVEN! He's also still very much awaiting Santa's arrival...

Holiday spirit

This has been the most fun holiday season so far. It's so fun to watch Guillermo learn about the magic of Christmas. He is so excited about it. We went out in the frigid weather to cut down a tree this weekend (it was about 5 degrees with the wind chill). Although freezing, it was fun to watch Guillermo help his dad cut down the tree. After about 10 minutes, tears were shed over a frozen face, but it was nothing that a nice nap on the car ride home couldn't fix. Later in the day, we decorated the tree which was nothing short of the cutest thing I've seen in a LONG time. Guillermo was interested in each ornament (still is, in fact), and insisted on hanging decorations. He spent the evening just looking at the lights and playing with some white paper that he pretended was snow. The cleanup was terrible but worth every moment. Below is a tidbit of Guillermo's Santa description. He pretty much wakes up and goes to bed talking about Santa..well, and the few scenes of Polar Express that he's seen.

New hat and new words

Here is a pic of G and his new hat from Auntie Lindsey. I think I might have to get a bigger size, but the kid doesn't want to take it off! We have been enjoying Guillermo start to talk like a big boy in the last weeks. It's amazing how quickly it happens once it finally starts. My favorite talking moments are when he wants everyone to watch him and he yells, "Me WATCH!" from wherever he has decided to put on a show! Actually a lot of his chatter contains the word "me". I think this is the theme of two! Today at lunch he was looking up and saying "Up!" and then down, and saying "Down!". He also as started counting (he can count to 2!) and learning his colors (green, white and black being favorites). So far 2 is the best yet!! I don't even mind the tantrums and other "two-ness" now that we can actually have a discussion!! It's such fun to watch the little dude turn into a boy. I'll miss the baby, but I love watching him grow.

Doctor G and his poor patient!

Guillermo turns TWO!

We spent the weekend celebrating Guillermo's 2nd birthday with Grammie and Grandpa Kukuk. The great joy is that we get to extend the celebration by taking a trip to see Grandma Norma in a few days too! What a great way to ring in a new year with grandparents all around!? My lucky son! Guillermo was MUCH more into his birthday this year. He keeps pointing to himself, saying, "Boy". Things have changed so much in the last months. It's AMAZING to see how fast these kiddos grow up. I really do with I could slow time down. I can't wait to see what this year holds!

Please refrain from judgment at the sound of my oh so loud voice during our birthday song! I was holding the camera and therefore am a lot louder than everyone else!!!