Monday, September 28, 2009
6 Teethies!
Well, it's official. Oliver has 6 teeth. 4 on the top and 2 on the bottom. He is making the funniest faces now, because he keeps playing with his new found teeth.
I'm amazed at how quickly he keeps developing into a little person. He is really starting to understand feelings. You can tell by the look on his face when he reacts to my facial expressions.
Grandpa Kevin got Oliver some big animal puppets, and boy does he love them. I was attacking him with them today and he was giggling up a storm. Maybe a new favorite toy?
Grandma Terri and Grandpa Kevin just left yesterday. We had lots of fun. We even took Oliver to the outlet mall in San Marcos. He had a good time, and learned how to find a good bargain. We taught him to always shop the sale rack first!! Shopping 101! Shopping 210 will start after his first birthday.
He is really trying to move around now. He will get halfway across the room by rolling and inching around. We really have to watch him now. So long to Oliver staying in one place. He can't be trusted!
We put Oliver in his Halloween costume tonight and took some pictures doing his Superman pose. He looked so cute with his little red cape on.
I gave him some meat for the first time yesterday. I just used the Gerber meat, but it was so funny to see his face. I made a promise to taste everything that he eats, so I could feel his pain. It tasted and smelled pretty awful. I just about gagged. For the record, pureed turkey tastes way worse than pureed green beans or peas. Sorry Oliver, but I can't keep you a vegetarian forever.
We went to Target today, for our big outing of the day. It's sad I know...but I get really excited when I save up my baby food coupons. It gives me a reasonable excuse to get out of the house with him and go stock up on baby food! Anyways, Oliver made lots of friends. He flirted with 3 different sets of people who just thought he was adorable. He was all smiles to a couple and roped them in to play with him for awhile. They were grandparents to some babies in Dallas and Colorado. We chatted about how difficult it is to live away from family, so I hear your pain grandparents! We are thinking about you!
Oliver chomped on my fingers the other day, and boy does it hurt. Beware of the teethies!
I'm going to post some pictures for you guys and call it a night!
I'm amazed at how quickly he keeps developing into a little person. He is really starting to understand feelings. You can tell by the look on his face when he reacts to my facial expressions.
Grandpa Kevin got Oliver some big animal puppets, and boy does he love them. I was attacking him with them today and he was giggling up a storm. Maybe a new favorite toy?
Grandma Terri and Grandpa Kevin just left yesterday. We had lots of fun. We even took Oliver to the outlet mall in San Marcos. He had a good time, and learned how to find a good bargain. We taught him to always shop the sale rack first!! Shopping 101! Shopping 210 will start after his first birthday.
He is really trying to move around now. He will get halfway across the room by rolling and inching around. We really have to watch him now. So long to Oliver staying in one place. He can't be trusted!
We put Oliver in his Halloween costume tonight and took some pictures doing his Superman pose. He looked so cute with his little red cape on.
I gave him some meat for the first time yesterday. I just used the Gerber meat, but it was so funny to see his face. I made a promise to taste everything that he eats, so I could feel his pain. It tasted and smelled pretty awful. I just about gagged. For the record, pureed turkey tastes way worse than pureed green beans or peas. Sorry Oliver, but I can't keep you a vegetarian forever.
We went to Target today, for our big outing of the day. It's sad I know...but I get really excited when I save up my baby food coupons. It gives me a reasonable excuse to get out of the house with him and go stock up on baby food! Anyways, Oliver made lots of friends. He flirted with 3 different sets of people who just thought he was adorable. He was all smiles to a couple and roped them in to play with him for awhile. They were grandparents to some babies in Dallas and Colorado. We chatted about how difficult it is to live away from family, so I hear your pain grandparents! We are thinking about you!
Oliver chomped on my fingers the other day, and boy does it hurt. Beware of the teethies!
I'm going to post some pictures for you guys and call it a night!
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Little Man on the Computer
So, Oliver is actually watching me type this right now....As you already know, Oliver loves looking at the computer screen and playing with the remote. These are two of his favorite activities. A third would be mouthing my cell phone!
Oliver is fully recovered from his bout with salmonella. Yay! He has a doctor's appointment in another week, and we will check to make sure everything is running smoothly in that cute body.
His personality is really shining through. He loves to laugh and explore on his own. He will let you know when he wants a change. He also has developed an unpleasant reaction everytime we place him on his changing table. It involves sobbing or any noise that will get some pity!
Grandma Terri has been in town for a little over a week and Grandpa Kevin is coming in town this week! We took Oliver to the Zoo last week. Now he has been to 3 different Zoos. We can't wait until he enjoys it as much as we do, but he sure enjoys looking at the fences that cage the animals! We did have a lion growl at us last week...Mommy was frightened and Oliver wasn't...go figure!
Ok...got to go grab him!
Oliver is fully recovered from his bout with salmonella. Yay! He has a doctor's appointment in another week, and we will check to make sure everything is running smoothly in that cute body.
His personality is really shining through. He loves to laugh and explore on his own. He will let you know when he wants a change. He also has developed an unpleasant reaction everytime we place him on his changing table. It involves sobbing or any noise that will get some pity!
Grandma Terri has been in town for a little over a week and Grandpa Kevin is coming in town this week! We took Oliver to the Zoo last week. Now he has been to 3 different Zoos. We can't wait until he enjoys it as much as we do, but he sure enjoys looking at the fences that cage the animals! We did have a lion growl at us last week...Mommy was frightened and Oliver wasn't...go figure!
Ok...got to go grab him!
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Sick Boy!
Our poor, poor little man. Oliver was in and out of Dell Children's Hospital starting September 5th. We took Oliver to the ER on Saturday, around 2 p.m. after we noticed a significant increase in his temperature and we suspected he was having febrile seizures. It was very scary. At this point, he was only having them every 5 minutes or so. We stayed in the ER until 6 p.m. or so. When we left his temperature was back down to 100 degrees.
We headed back to the hospital at 4 a.m. on Sunday after his febrile seizures started again. At this point, they were happening every 15 seconds or so. When we got to the ER his temperature was 105 degrees. They ran several tests on him, including x-rays, blood tests and a stool culture.
We were admitted to the Neuro section of the hospital around 2 p.m. on Sunday and left around 1 p.m. on Monday (Labor Day). It was a scary weekend, but we are so glad our little one is better.
We love you little man.
Mom and Dad
We headed back to the hospital at 4 a.m. on Sunday after his febrile seizures started again. At this point, they were happening every 15 seconds or so. When we got to the ER his temperature was 105 degrees. They ran several tests on him, including x-rays, blood tests and a stool culture.
We were admitted to the Neuro section of the hospital around 2 p.m. on Sunday and left around 1 p.m. on Monday (Labor Day). It was a scary weekend, but we are so glad our little one is better.
We love you little man.
Mom and Dad
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Getting Settled...
We got back from Chicago Sunday afternoon. You did well on the plane again...no outbursts...You were fascinated with the four month old baby girl sitting across the aisle from you. Although, you weren't pleased when she woke you up from your nap. She didn't like the flight, and decided she wanted to let everyone know it.
When we got home, you were SO excited to see the pups. I set you down on the floor and you immediately started giggling and smiling like crazy. You definitely missed them, and they missed you. They came up and gave you lots of kissies right away.
We officially packed away the swing and bouncy chair, as the weight limit is 25 pounds. I thought it was a good time to say Adios to some of your favorites after you were used to not having them in Illinois. You are taking all your naps, except for the occasional nap with mommy, in your crib. You look so cute in there sleeping. Mom peeks at you all the time on the video monitor...possibly one of the best baby inventions ever.
You went to our small group meeting with us last night. You loved being the center of attention. We sat you in the middle of our circle and you pretty much entertained yourself for a good hour. You loved seeing your baby friend, Rowan. He is 11 months, so he has a little jumpstart on you.
Got to Go! Toodles.
Mom
When we got home, you were SO excited to see the pups. I set you down on the floor and you immediately started giggling and smiling like crazy. You definitely missed them, and they missed you. They came up and gave you lots of kissies right away.
We officially packed away the swing and bouncy chair, as the weight limit is 25 pounds. I thought it was a good time to say Adios to some of your favorites after you were used to not having them in Illinois. You are taking all your naps, except for the occasional nap with mommy, in your crib. You look so cute in there sleeping. Mom peeks at you all the time on the video monitor...possibly one of the best baby inventions ever.
You went to our small group meeting with us last night. You loved being the center of attention. We sat you in the middle of our circle and you pretty much entertained yourself for a good hour. You loved seeing your baby friend, Rowan. He is 11 months, so he has a little jumpstart on you.
Got to Go! Toodles.
Mom
Peoria/Chicago
Little Man was on the go again! You just got back a few days ago from visiting Grandpa Kevin and Grandma Terri in Illinois. We spent some time in Peoria, where you visited Grandpa's work...No one could believe how big you've gotten since they saw you last. Grandpa was very proud to show you off to his friends and co-workers. You met some of Mom and Grandma's friends like Christine, Vickie and Joanne Mooney. You were excited to meet the new strangers and handled yourself very well around everyone new.
We spent some time with Priscilla's kids, Gabe and Grace. You loved watching them play. I can tell you really love being around other kids now. I fed you your supper there and you got it all over your face, hair and pretty much your whole body.
You tried a few new foods while you were in Peoria. You tried carrots, green beans, squash and sweet potato. You didn't mind any new flavors, with the exception of green beans...I think you'd like to live without those for the time being.
You experienced a clam bake while you were in Peoria...You could care less about the clams. You just wanted to watch the people.
Also, you started sitting up on your own in Peoria! Yay, Oliver!!
We spent the last part of our trip in Chicago Grandma/Grandpa's condo. You did well, considering the small space that we were staying in. You slept on a blow-up matress with Mom and Dad (we rotated nights). You are quite the mover in your sleep! What a wiggle worm. You usually sleep pretty well the first few 4/5 hours or so, then you get the wiggles.
You met someone famous our last night in Chicago, but Mom can't remember his name right now. He is a billionaire that tried to buy the Cubs. He started speaking to us...about you actually. He commented on your cool stroller. Then he asked about how many drinks you were having and how many girls you were trying to pick- up. Of course, mom had no idea he was famous, just thought it was another adoring fan of her son!
We took you shopping and to a pet store filled with aquariums. We got so many pictures of you on Grandpa's shoulders. You loved being face to face with those fishies. Maybe we will get you a fishy in your future???
Dad was happy, because he got to go to three Cubs games. Mom even went with him to one! They sat in the bleachers and had a blast! We saw WOO WOO...We can tell you about him later...ask Dad.
Love you cutie.
Mom
We spent some time with Priscilla's kids, Gabe and Grace. You loved watching them play. I can tell you really love being around other kids now. I fed you your supper there and you got it all over your face, hair and pretty much your whole body.
You tried a few new foods while you were in Peoria. You tried carrots, green beans, squash and sweet potato. You didn't mind any new flavors, with the exception of green beans...I think you'd like to live without those for the time being.
You experienced a clam bake while you were in Peoria...You could care less about the clams. You just wanted to watch the people.
Also, you started sitting up on your own in Peoria! Yay, Oliver!!
We spent the last part of our trip in Chicago Grandma/Grandpa's condo. You did well, considering the small space that we were staying in. You slept on a blow-up matress with Mom and Dad (we rotated nights). You are quite the mover in your sleep! What a wiggle worm. You usually sleep pretty well the first few 4/5 hours or so, then you get the wiggles.
You met someone famous our last night in Chicago, but Mom can't remember his name right now. He is a billionaire that tried to buy the Cubs. He started speaking to us...about you actually. He commented on your cool stroller. Then he asked about how many drinks you were having and how many girls you were trying to pick- up. Of course, mom had no idea he was famous, just thought it was another adoring fan of her son!
We took you shopping and to a pet store filled with aquariums. We got so many pictures of you on Grandpa's shoulders. You loved being face to face with those fishies. Maybe we will get you a fishy in your future???
Dad was happy, because he got to go to three Cubs games. Mom even went with him to one! They sat in the bleachers and had a blast! We saw WOO WOO...We can tell you about him later...ask Dad.
Love you cutie.
Mom
Flagg Family
Oliver, you are a popular little man! As Daddy said, Grandpa Jeff, Grandma Cindy and GodAunt Laura all came to see you about a week after we got back from Aruba. Dad filled you in on the beginning of their trip, I'll fill you in on the rest of the week.
Your Grandparents babysat you while Daddy and Mommy went out for a date...They fed you at your highchair, gave you bottles and put you to bed. They were amazed at how big you are. I think you wore out everyone's arms, weighing in at about 23 pounds while they were here.
You were such a trooper. We took you furniture shopping at Four Hands, Mom's favorite furniture place to get good deals and out to eat at Five Guys Burgers and Fries...and while you wanted to eat everything we were eating, you got a lousy bottle.
You surprised us all with a few crazy diapers, but I think you got Grandpa Jeff pretty good with an award-winning diaper a few days before they left. You more than made up for it with your cute giggles and laid-back personality.
We love you Cutie Pie!
Mom
Your Grandparents babysat you while Daddy and Mommy went out for a date...They fed you at your highchair, gave you bottles and put you to bed. They were amazed at how big you are. I think you wore out everyone's arms, weighing in at about 23 pounds while they were here.
You were such a trooper. We took you furniture shopping at Four Hands, Mom's favorite furniture place to get good deals and out to eat at Five Guys Burgers and Fries...and while you wanted to eat everything we were eating, you got a lousy bottle.
You surprised us all with a few crazy diapers, but I think you got Grandpa Jeff pretty good with an award-winning diaper a few days before they left. You more than made up for it with your cute giggles and laid-back personality.
We love you Cutie Pie!
Mom
Aruba
Oliver, mommy has been very busy and has a lot of events I need to go back and record for you.
First of all, you took your first international trip in July when you were 5 1/2 months old. You experienced the ocean and the pool for the first time. You absolutely loved both, but you especially took interest in the ocean. Grandma Terri carried you around in the water for an hour, and you just loved it. The water temperature didn't bother you at all. We put you in a little blue float in the pool and you could have cared less about what was going on around you as long as you had your float toys to stick in your mouth. You had more fun being pushed around with Grandpa Kevin and Daddy, rather than with Grandma Terri and Mom. They were definitely more entertaining for you. At the end of the trip, you started to show symptoms of a virus, which the doctor said was most likely from the pool...So, no more pools for awhile! Although, I just got a little blow up pool for our yard that we'll have to try out soon...
You went on lots of walks and impressed many islanders with your size and cuteness. You slept with the Grandparents, and gave them a pretty easy time. Although, they said you cried a few times in your sleep, which is so cute. Mom and Dad got some serious sleep!
We got some great pictures of you. Some of the last pictures before you got your first haircut.
You did very well on the plane, and slept most of the way. It was a breeze flying with you with Daddy. He was a big help. You flirted with many on the plane, and impressed all the people that sat around you on the plane.
You got to see your Great Grandma for one day while you were there, and she thought you were a special little guy. She got a kick out of you in your Body Glove surf suit!
You're a good little traveler. Love you lots.
Mom
First of all, you took your first international trip in July when you were 5 1/2 months old. You experienced the ocean and the pool for the first time. You absolutely loved both, but you especially took interest in the ocean. Grandma Terri carried you around in the water for an hour, and you just loved it. The water temperature didn't bother you at all. We put you in a little blue float in the pool and you could have cared less about what was going on around you as long as you had your float toys to stick in your mouth. You had more fun being pushed around with Grandpa Kevin and Daddy, rather than with Grandma Terri and Mom. They were definitely more entertaining for you. At the end of the trip, you started to show symptoms of a virus, which the doctor said was most likely from the pool...So, no more pools for awhile! Although, I just got a little blow up pool for our yard that we'll have to try out soon...
You went on lots of walks and impressed many islanders with your size and cuteness. You slept with the Grandparents, and gave them a pretty easy time. Although, they said you cried a few times in your sleep, which is so cute. Mom and Dad got some serious sleep!
We got some great pictures of you. Some of the last pictures before you got your first haircut.
You did very well on the plane, and slept most of the way. It was a breeze flying with you with Daddy. He was a big help. You flirted with many on the plane, and impressed all the people that sat around you on the plane.
You got to see your Great Grandma for one day while you were there, and she thought you were a special little guy. She got a kick out of you in your Body Glove surf suit!
You're a good little traveler. Love you lots.
Mom
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