Oregon Trip!

Well, I've been off my blogging game for quite awhile. I guess I have been tired and just catching up after my big trip out West. Here's the week in pictures (a lot of them!):

This is me and Mom after we landed in Seattle on the 17th. We left Detroit in the afternoon and arrived into Seattle about 8 PM. I didn't sleep AT ALL! But by the time I made it to Grandpa and Grandma's house I was REALLY ready for bed. I was also changed into my PJ pants upon touchdown in WA. Turns out even a nighttime diaper is no match for my powers. And Mom said she would pack an extra pair of pants for her next time.
Sunday morning was spent with my Jackson family. Uncle Matt, Aunt Jess, and Esther took me out to the Sunbreak Cafe in Auburn. Mom ordered a hot chocolate that had a mile high whipped cream top! Luckily for her, everyone wanted to put some of the whipped cream in their coffee. I liked the really yummy banana bread.

Esther, Aunt Jess, and Uncle Matt! We all took a walk down on Redondo. It was a little chilly, but lots of fun. Uncle Matt pushed me around and took me to the playground for some swings.

Sunday we had to hit the swings again. Uncle Matt and Aunt Jess joined me at Lake Meridian. They showed me the water, ducks, and great playground. All hail the Swing King aka Uncle Matt!
After my busy day Uncle Matt and Aunt Jess helped me with bath time. Uncle Matt did a surprisingly good job combing my hair. Maybe next time he can help me with a ponytail.
Before bedtime, I snuck a sit in Mr. Funugles. I think he may be my step-brother or something. Mom and Dad said he was part of the family. I enjoyed my time with Uncle Matt and Aunt Jess. I also got to meet up with Aunt Jess at her school for some Teriyaki. It was busy and I was the only baby roaming the campus it seemed...

Random fish lips.

Tuesday we loaded up Grandpa's pilot and drove down to Lincoln City, OR. It was a big family celebration for Great Grandma's 85th birthday party. We all got to stay in a big house on the edge of the beach. We went into town to Mo's for lunch one day.

Daddy was tickling me with my Mo's toy shark.

I really liked the aquarium. The motion of the jellyfish was entertaining. By the end of the aquarium though I was kind of cranky and tired.
The living room of our house had great big cushioned ottomans. I liked to practice my walking to them. It made for a softer landing if I didn't get there on my feet!
We had a big cake for Grandma's party. I think I missed this because I was already in bed!

More practice walking and fish lips!

My buddies Ryan and Mari went down to the beach a lot. They did a great job flying kites.
Even though it was a little windy and cold, I had a chance to enjoy the West Coast sand and ocean.

Dad and I dipped our toes in. Way too cold!

Me with Auntie Courtiepoo!

Hanging with my buddy Anna.

Peeking out at the water from my deck.

Getting my sun hat on for some beach time.

My beautiful family!

Beach time with Mom and Dad. They bought me my first kite, a butterfly.

Oregon beach sunset.

Breakfast with Great Grandma.

The ride home on Saturday was a little long. I finally took a quick snooze. We also stopped at Portland on the way home. After a fun lunch, we walked over to the street market and wandered around. It was in the 90s and just cooking on the streets so we didn't stay long.
Sunday morning we hopped on a plane really early. I had to get up at 4:30 PST for my 7 AM flight. I took a quick 45 minute nap on the first leg of our trip. Then it was party time! We landed in Minneapolis and our plane was REALLY delayed. Probably spent about 4 hours in Minneapolis before we got to board. I entertained myself (and everyone else) by walking and making friends at the gate waiting area. I didn't take another nap until 7:30 EST, as we were touching down in Detroit (that's right, way later in the day!). You can see in my pic that I was just exhausted!
Well, now I'm back at home and getting into the swing of my normal routine. Mom and Dad were really happy that I still slept great even with the time change. I think I've been extra tired from my trip and I'm still trying to catch up! I'm not usually this messy at dinner, but it was bath night and Mom gave me all sorts of messy foods!
Here I am practicing with my spoon. I hope I'm not a one trick pony. I used my spoon really well for Dad and have refused to use it since!

Wow, I am tired, this was a monster blog! Last but not least. I had my 15 month check up this week and I am now 23# 1 oz (50 %), 31" (75 %), and my head is 75th percentile. It was a successful visit, even though I had to get three shots. I'll go back for another check up in three months!

It's Today!

I'm up! It's only four hours until I get in the car and head for the Detroit airport. I fly from Detroit to Minneapolis and then get into Seattle around 8 tonight. It's going to be a long day...but I woke up in a good mood so I hope it all goes well. Might be off the blog for a bit, but I should have lots of fun pictures to share when I get home in a week!!!

Looking Better...

I was feeling well enough to help open the mail with Mom today. My visit to the doctor this morning went well. I still put up a fight to have my ears looked at. But Dad told Mom that it was at least three times worse last Friday! The ears are looking better, maybe I'm still cranky because the amoxicillin has upset my stomach...since FRIDAY! So I have had kind of a bad diaper rash on top of it all... Hopefully, on the mend. Can't wait to be back to 100%!

Still Rough...

The picture kind of says it all. Still cranky. Still food picky. Going in to the doctor again tomorrow morning to check on my ears... Did have a good bath time and Dad said I was extra cuddly at bedtime. Mom snuck out and had a great time at yoga. Lots of relaxation and it was strangely quiet there :)

Keep you posted on my health status. Dad plans on using lots of purel on me when I sit in the "sick" waiting room at the doctor's office....

Cool 'Do

This is how I stay cool...

Baby Rehab

Dad took me to the doctor on Friday night, we were lucky to sneak in before the weekend. So I'm a few days in to my Amoxicillin. I just haven't been quite right. Pushing away some of my favorite foods and just being cranky. But there has been some cuddle time and near naked playing.

Hanging on the couch with Mom.

Mom after work and me with my hair slicked back.

Still got to get my workouts in! I was really getting going with my stroller this morning. Although sometimes it was angry/screaming strollering :)

I've taken some great naps today. I'm hoping that I perk up over the next day or two. Got to be in good shape for my airplane ride on Saturday!!!

Sick Baby

103 Fever and vomiting = ear infection. Enough said about my life, hope yours is better!

Fourth of July Weekend!

What a fabulous weekend! It's been great weather in Toledo and I got to share all sorts of fun with my friends and family...

The hot weather has wrecked my hair after naps. Sometimes it takes lots of time to repair the damage. :)

Yeah, thanks for the picture Dad. At least you look good.

Here's another interesting look. I have been getting lots of curls in the back. They lined up like little horns and Mom thought it had to be documented.
My buddy Parker and her parents came in on Friday night. We had a very busy weekend with the Daniels. Parker is doing well and posing for the camera (as usual). I was excited to see that she has TWO teeth now. I tried to give her some exciting new foods to try. As my Mom says, "chew, chew, chew!"
Parker is a quick crawler, maybe even faster than my scoot manuever. But I have the advantage by standing! My patting of her head was a little aggressive and had to be stopped a few times. I loved calling her "baby."

Once again, lots of wonderful Parker posing!

On Saturday we all trooped out to see the Sylvania fireworks. Because Parker has a big vehicle we all got to go in the MDX. I shared the second row with Parker and both Moms had to sit in the third row. It was funny to watch them load in from the trunk!

Everyone enjoyed the fireworks....

Parker and I got all dressed up for the 4th of July. Our Mom's had gone shopping and bought some cute new dresses for us. We were quite the hit!
Another trip out with everyone in the MDX. It was a fun trip to Zingerman's Roadhouse in Ann Arbor. Both Parker and I had a great lunch. I really liked my fruit plate and sweet potato fries!

Best friends!

To top off the weekend we went over to the Filatoffs for swimming, fireworks, and food. I wasn't excited to use my life jacket but Parker was generous and let me use her floaty. Maybe Mom and Dad will buy me one of my own!

The ladies enjoying the pool in the 90 degree weather!

Ahh! Life is good. Mom, Dad and I had a relaxing day today. Just did some things around the house and took a short trip out. I got some great new shoes for my trip out to WA. The store lady couldn't believe that I wore a size 3 still!!! That's supposed to be a 6 to 9 month old. Oh well, I hope they help me with my walking. I loved trying them out in the store and wore them home. That and Mom and Dad turned my carseat around...so things are looking FORWARD!!!!

Love all my friends and family...thanks for a great weekend!