Independent standing...

Little E is getting more and more confident in his ability to stand independently. And trying to take a shot of this new physical adventure is very difficult -because, very quickly, he'll plop down on the floor. You can see the smile on his face when he successfully stands w/o a hand on something to steady him. He is so proud of himself and when his audience cheers him on...oh, how proud of himself he is!

Bets are that he'll be taking his first steps before the 1st birthday...yeah....he's almost one...(tear)

playdates and new gates...

Milo posing behind his homegirl, Makaela...

So I finally ponied (sp?) up and bought a gate that isn't ridiculously cumbersome. Milo finds this a genius move...

Ah, more toys....what happened to my living room? As the infant accessories get moved to the basement, in their place the toddler toys move in...But still, mom and dad are his favorites..

Where we going now people?

So, hey, I'm naked and Moms tryin' to put some sort of diaper on me....

Oooo, I'm feeling pretty good in these...what d'ya call 'em? Little Swimmers??

Where are we going now mom?

Swimming?! Sounds fun!

Hmm....this is different...don't let me go dada!

Alright, I'll give you a little smile...but still not so sure...

So this floaty thing is pretty cool, but it takes a lot of work to kick my feet and move around! A little swimming is relaxing...

Alright, I'm ready for dinner and a real bath now...lets go people!

Thank you, Brady, for letting me hang out in your pool!
Ah...and so to bed...

Pool time!

Milo and I ventured out to a nearby pool. His first time in a super-big bathtub minus the bubbles! He was appropriately cautious in and around the water, but I think with time he'll be splashing and screaming up a storm!

Here is little man enjoying a snack...

Milo, with Makaela, "You come here often?"

Not so sure about this water thing...
Milo would dip down for a second when I moved away to snap a pic, but mostly he just clung onto me for dear life!

Surprise Baby Shower in B-more

After months of lies and trickory, operation Emmy Belly was a success! The hubby and I took a day trip up to B-more for a deceptively simple brunch with two of my former co-workers...Unbeknownest to Emmy we were there not only to rub her growing buddha (32 weeks!) but to get her out of the house so her hubby can round up the 20+ people to surprise her with a baby shower! Cheers to you Weathers Family! Can't wait to meet Camden Craig!

Calvert Cliffs

Here are a couple of shots of the famous duo at the nearby Calvert Cliffs Park. We hiked 2 miles to the beach and back (read: 4 miles!) Not an easy feet, but Milo, my little trooper loved the adventure!

Happy 1st Bday "M" and "N"!

Today we attended a 2 for 1 Bday for our friends Makaela and Nicolas! Friends gathered to celebrate their first year! Here are some highlights:

Happy 1st Birthday Makaela!
This is the coolest little walker!

Milo helps himself to his first taste of ice cream. Thanks Parker for sharing!
Milo noticed that Parker was getting some cake and ice cream...thought he'd join in...

"Hey Parker, what 'cha got there...?"

The fantastic view from the backyard. The Easy E's posing with the birthday girl and her mom...

"Yeah, you got nice hair, but let me help you out with this one little piece..."

Milo, the dog whisperer....

A line up with most of the kiddos (minus a couple). Makaela and all her men-folk. I see a future president at the head of this table!