Tuesday, April 30, 2013

11 months old!

My little Paul-Paul is 11 months old! He is becoming quite the little boy who loves playing with his big brother. He is pulling himself up to standing which means nothing is safe anymore. One of his favorite things to do is stand at the piano and play music. He can just reach the keys.
Paul also loves to chase after Stephen and do whatever he is doing. Stephen loves his little brother and always wants to "play Paul." I love hearing them giggle together.
Paul still loves any food we put in front of him. He especially loves food he can pick up by himself. His favorites include bananas, Cheerios, peas, and cheese.
Paul is usually a very happy boy and delights those around him with his smile and big blue eyes. However, when he is upset, he lets you know it! He has quite the scream! We were in Nebraska last weekend, and Paul's favorite game was to see how close to the top of the stairs he could get before someone came to get him. I would say, "Paul James," and he would look at me, giggle, and crawl faster. He has quite the personality already. :)
Paul James - 11 months old

Stephen had fun helping Paul ride the bike.

Paul has discovered the joy of books!

Paul loves swinging!


Sunday, April 21, 2013

Up, up, up!

Paul conquered his first flight of stairs today! He looked like a pro!



Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Stephen and Paul's park

Uncle Chris and cousin John put up our swingset in January. Stephen LOVES having his own park. I'm sure we'll be spending lots of time out here. I'm looking forward to picnics under the tree and having fun playing!



Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Happy Easter!

On Holy Saturday, Stephen and I dyed Easter eggs. He thought this was great fun, and we managed to do it with minimal mess.


When the boys woke up Easter morning, they discovered Easter eggs hiding and Easter baskets on the couch.




We met Grandma Rose and Aunt Anne for Mass. That evening Grandma Rose, Aunt Anne and her boyfriend John, Aunt Kathy and Uncle Grant, and Uncle Chris and Aunt Julie came to our house for an Easter barbecue. We had a beautiful day, so we decided to eat outside. Stephen had great fun playing after dinner.



Opening a gift from Aunt Anne
Opening a gift from Aunt Anne

Opening Grandma's gift
Opening Grandma's gift

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

From the mouth of Stephen

Three cute Stephen moments...

*I got my first unsolicited "I love you" on Friday. I told Stephen it would be naptime in a couple minutes. He came and gave Paul a hug and kiss, gave me a hug and kiss, and said, "I love you, Mommy" and headed to his bedroom. Almost made me cry!

*I sneezed a few minutes ago and Stephen said "bless you."

*He's started saying "no way." Yesterday he was also saying "no way, Paul."