Lil' Trooper

We are big fans of the Alaska State Troopers!

Mr. Independence

This little boy likes to be in charge. He's been trying to hold his own bottle for months now, but last night he finally succeeded at feeding himself. He is feisty in so many ways. If he can get a grip on your hair, he will give it quite a tug. He has developed a shriek that is clearly not about being hungry or tired. He breaks it out any time he is feeling bored or annoyed. And he has a wicked twinkle in his little eyes, like he is planning something really big. Probably a diaper present for mom. I love it all.

This evening Robb put him to sleep in the hammock and after an hour or so I heard some rustling over there. At first all I could see was a little hand holding up a bottle. Like he was asking for a refill.

I Got Your Feet

I love how these two are starting to enjoy each other a bit. Lincoln thinks that anything Zeke does is hilarious. Their silliest laughs are always for each other.

Lazy Day

We spent a fantastic evening with the Knights. Zeke got in some Rachel time and, of course, some quality train time. There was hot cocoa and good conversation and just plain taking it easy.

My happy Lincoln man.

The Skype

In Sabbath School, Zeke sings this little song about how we talk to Grandma and Grandpa on the phone, but we talk to Jesus when we pray. Well, I guess he has decided to reinterpret the song for the modern day.

Zeke is a bit Skype obsessed, and always wants to call someone, so if I see that you are logged in and available, you might just be getting a call from Zeke.

Gabby Time

They love her. Enough said.

At Home with the Brave

Zeke had a doctor's appointment today. He was really excited. For some reason, he has decided that doctors are the best. Maybe because he knows that dada works at the hospital and helps doctors. Maybe because he spent the better part of last year going to the doctor with mama. For whatever reason, he is crazy about doctors. He did really well.

And then he had to go for a blood draw. Given the way I nearly pass out when having blood drawn, I was a bit apprehensive for him. I didn't even go in, stayed in the car with a sleeping Linc. So it was a pretty big surprise to hear how well it had gone. No crying or whimpering. He didn't even flinch! So glad he is taking after his dada.

Guest Post

Zeke wanted to write a blog entry. So, here goes:

Grandpa, Nana, Papa.
Lincoln. Jess Coffee. Dada, Ezekiell
Oliver, David, Auntie Nel, Auntie Nel. Where's Auntie Nel? What? What, Mama?
Sheila lay down.

Sapphira. Where Sapphira go, Mama? Outside, playing with the kitty cats? Ezekiel too. Playing with the kitty cats. More kitty cats.

Mr. Froggy. Mr. Froggy hurts Honu. Where Honu go, Mama? ABCD.

A triangle. Yeah. PLEASE, MAMA!

Lovin' Lincoln

I can't resist him.

An Evan Event

Lincoln practices sharing.

Uncle Everett captured Lincoln's wide eyes.

We are overjoyed when we get to visit with Evan. And her parents, of course. She and Linc are hitting that point where they are starting to be a little more interactive, and it is pretty fun to watch them together. And Ezekiel (and Unlce Robb) is pretty much smitten as well.