Santa Claus!

Charlie Banks met Santa at the Golf Bug childrens Christmas party last weekend. We weren’t able to get any smiles out of him. He actually ended up shedding a few tears which surprised me! We made reindeer food and an ornament for his first Christmas. Fun party!

Thanksgiving

We celebrated Thanksgiving twice!  Once on the actual day and then again once Jimmy got home.  We didn’t think it was fair for him to miss out on all the yummy food!  We went to my sisters on Thanksgiving and had a delicious meal and a fun time playing with cousins.  We are so thankful for a wonderful family, special friends, and a healthy, happy baby boy…among many other things.  And yes, I am aware that Charlie Banks had a few too many turkey outfits.  It got a little out of hand between me, hand me downs and the grandmas!  But, hey, you only celebrate your first Thanksgiving once…might as well do it in style! 

11 Months!

A week and some change late, but we have a wild 11 month old keeping us busy!  He is walking really well with his push toys and cruising all over the side of the bed and furniture.  He loves to wave and clap.  He says hey!  He loves to go shopping and smile and say hey to everyone we pass.  He loves to dance and to play peek-a-boo!  He loves everything fruit and isn’t a big fan of veggies.  His favorite foods are toast and yogurt!  He has a couple more teeth about to come through which have made him quite fussy the past few days!  He has been sleeping great at night from 7-7!  He still naps twice, but occasionally will boycott his second nap.  He is not a fan of getting dressed or having his diaper changed.  He has an exciting month ahead with his first Christmas, a trip to Costa Rica and his first birthday!