Herman the Spider

Meet Herman. Herman decided to build his home across our front door one evening. I personally thing it’s a great spot to make a home, that’s one of the reasons Paul & I live here, but I’m really not ready to share my front door with Herman. So bravely Paul went out and gracefully destroyed Herman’s freshly made web, (I think he was in the process of laying carpet) making sure that Herman didn’t loose his life in this battle. Not all was lost, on this fateful evening. Herman got up the courage to build a new home on our BBQ, just a few inches away from the battle field. I thought this was a location I think both Herman and I can agree on, but when I went to get the newspaper yesterday morning, Herman had packed his bags and moved on, to Hawaii I think. (At least I would!) Farewell Herman, enjoy the next door frame you decide to concur. But just remember, this was completely personal!

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Silly Monkey!

Gee, I wish Matthew could be just a little bit cuter! ;0)

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Surprise!

In what seams like over night, Matthew grew 2 more teeth! That makes the total count 8! And how did I find out Matthew magically has 2 more teeth, you might ask; well, the story goes like this…as is our usual nightly routine, I was getting Matthew in his snuggly jammers, he is giggling and talking like normal, when I happen to look at his smiley face. And then I see them! Right there, on the top! Not just breaking through the gums, but clearly broken through. I called Paul over to find out if he knew anything about these mystery teeth, but nope, they are a surprise to him too! Now we just need to get working on the steak, so Gramps can take us all out!! :0)



Like a fish!

With help from Grammy Pam, I was able to get some great shots of my little fishy. Matthew loves the water. He loves to try to drink the water. Not that I would let him, but he still managed to do it in his own little way. Matthew would splash, splash, splash in hopes of getting water in his face, then try to lap it up like a little puppy in the air. Oh, I love how silly he is! He makes my heart smile!

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Mommy, what are you doing?!?!?

I was trying to get a picture of Matthew sitting up like a pro, but I think I surprised him instead…what do you think? (I think Matthew thought I was going to climb in his cage with him!!)

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The Fair

Matthew went to his first fair on Thursday last week; and he LOVED it! Here are some of the better pics from the day…

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Silly Monkey!
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Family picture time!
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This was Matthew 20 minutes in… :0)



Did you know that strollers were yummy??



How do they sleep like this??

When I walked in on Matthew taking his nap, this is what I found. Matthew is our little contortionist, but who would have thought he could sleep folded completely in half?!?! :-)

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The Park

Paul and I took Matthew to the park for the first time a couple weeks ago. Matthew loves to swing! He was a little unsure of the slides, but the swing, that’s where he belongs! He was laughing and giggling to his little heart’s content. Oh how I love to hear that sound!

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Just like Dad…

I know, it’s been awhile. Our family hasn’t been up to much, just chillin’ and watching Matthew grow and learn new things. We found out that Matthew loves any kind of technology. He gets so excited when Paul pulls out his laptop, and tries to type, just like his Daddy. Matthew also has this fascination with the remote for the TV. Anytime he sees it, he lunges to try to get a hold of it. I bought a toy one, hoping he would like that one more than the real one, but no, he still wants the one Mommy and Daddy play with.

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