Well here's his latest stats:
- Weight: 18 lbs - 14 oz (75%)
- Height: 27 1/2 inches (75-90%)
- Head Circumference 44 1/2 (50-75%)
Thursday, October 23, 2008
6 Month Well Baby Exam
Well we had our 6 month doctor visit and it went relatively well. He had done so great at his last two when it came to take his shots wasn't expecting anything different. The nurse kinda laughed and said yeah that happens but usually the 6th month is worse due to increase in their nervous system and other developments. Low and behold it was true. He screamed after the first shot this time and as predicted by the nurse he started crying when she rubbed his leg with the alcohol pad. Poor kid. But fortunately shortly after the last shot he was good to go again! Whoot! What a trooper!
Well here's his latest stats:
Well here's his latest stats:
Monday, October 13, 2008
6 Months Really??
It's been 6 months, half-a-year, since the little man was born. Man where does the time go?
As noted before he's got his bottom two teeth in. He's sleeping at night really well with just minor setbacks every once in awhile. After how he started what with being a super fussy baby, wouldn't sleep anywhere but in our arms sitting in the rocking chair, we feel lucky to have such a good night sleeper. His daytime naps are still a work in progress some days they go smooth and as scheduled. Other days hmmm... like today for example they go haywire. But overall based on the book I'm reading "Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child" he and we have done well throughout his short life so far as sleeping goes. Lucky first timers I guess to have guessed right on some things along with some advice here and there.
Another development is he loves to stand now. He's always had really strong legs since the day he came out into the world. Last week we were doing "sit-ups", with him laying down I hold his hands and we sit up together, when I noticed at the end of one he lifted his butt off the ground. So I held my hands a little higher and he pulled himself all the way up. Whoot! What a big boy he's becoming.
On the solid food front we were a little slow and late on starting the cereal. But after some slow going and setbacks, attitude mostly, we've been going well. This last weekend we had our first Veggie, Peas.
Well not much else to report but here are some pictures from today.
As noted before he's got his bottom two teeth in. He's sleeping at night really well with just minor setbacks every once in awhile. After how he started what with being a super fussy baby, wouldn't sleep anywhere but in our arms sitting in the rocking chair, we feel lucky to have such a good night sleeper. His daytime naps are still a work in progress some days they go smooth and as scheduled. Other days hmmm... like today for example they go haywire. But overall based on the book I'm reading "Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child" he and we have done well throughout his short life so far as sleeping goes. Lucky first timers I guess to have guessed right on some things along with some advice here and there.
Another development is he loves to stand now. He's always had really strong legs since the day he came out into the world. Last week we were doing "sit-ups", with him laying down I hold his hands and we sit up together, when I noticed at the end of one he lifted his butt off the ground. So I held my hands a little higher and he pulled himself all the way up. Whoot! What a big boy he's becoming.
On the solid food front we were a little slow and late on starting the cereal. But after some slow going and setbacks, attitude mostly, we've been going well. This last weekend we had our first Veggie, Peas.
Well not much else to report but here are some pictures from today.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
We got Teeth!
Was going to post this last week but was waiting to try and get a picture of them.
Anyway, last week the little man's bottom two front teeth broke through the gum. They're still coming through a little more each day. Now we're wondering when the upper two front teeth will come.
Whenever, we do get a picture of the pearly whites we'll get them up as soon as we can.
Anyway, last week the little man's bottom two front teeth broke through the gum. They're still coming through a little more each day. Now we're wondering when the upper two front teeth will come.
Whenever, we do get a picture of the pearly whites we'll get them up as soon as we can.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Fun Education
Well the San Ramon Rec Guide showed up and after looking through all their offerings I found quite a number of online classes that looked interesting. So I decided to take one to see how they are.
So you are no reading about a new student in the 6 week class "Introduction to the Game Industry". Week 2 just finished up and so far it's interesting. The teacher is a person who's worked for a number of companys in the industry and has written some well received books on the subject.
One of the reasons I chose to take this class first is when I do head back to the working world one of my listed options right now is working for a game company. So I'm learning more about that industry to see if it's something I want to pursue or not.
Some other classes I'm looking at from this online learning are: discover digital photography, introduction to java programming (I'm currently teaching myself this computer language) and writeriffic:creativity training for writers. There is a new one that I just noticed called "Ready Set Read!" a course by a long time teacher with a degree in Child Development. In this class you learn about how children really learn to read and write. Sounds like something a new parent should at least look into right?
Well as I take more classes I'll keep you posted. Now back to learning!
So you are no reading about a new student in the 6 week class "Introduction to the Game Industry". Week 2 just finished up and so far it's interesting. The teacher is a person who's worked for a number of companys in the industry and has written some well received books on the subject.
One of the reasons I chose to take this class first is when I do head back to the working world one of my listed options right now is working for a game company. So I'm learning more about that industry to see if it's something I want to pursue or not.
Some other classes I'm looking at from this online learning are: discover digital photography, introduction to java programming (I'm currently teaching myself this computer language) and writeriffic:creativity training for writers. There is a new one that I just noticed called "Ready Set Read!" a course by a long time teacher with a degree in Child Development. In this class you learn about how children really learn to read and write. Sounds like something a new parent should at least look into right?
Well as I take more classes I'll keep you posted. Now back to learning!
Funky Town and Music
I love listening to music and I used to listen to it as I went to sleep. It always seemed to help but over the years since I've been married I've gotten away from it since my wife and I don't necessarily agree on the same type of music to sleep to.
Where am I going with this well with our little man I've been wanting to play music in his room during naps and nighttime to help him sleep. Well I think it might help not sure really but my wife didn't like my idea of listening to Metallica for bedtime. D'oh shot down again! Anyway Funky Town and I started listening to the Metallica station on XM when we go out for our errands. So far he's not complained about the music, I know he doesn't know the difference yet but let me keep my delusions a little longer. Anyway, we went out to Best Buy to pick up the new Metallica CD when it came out. However, Best Buy had put the incorrect release date in their ad so it wasn't available yet. But I happened to glance down from the notice to the Metallica section and saw an album I hadn't seen before.
Yes I found a Metallica CD that is meant for Babies! Whoot! In looking at this company I see some other artists that I like as well so maybe we'll end up getting some more of these.
Anyway, back to the point of this post. I brought this CD home and gave it to my wife. We've played it a number of times now. We're not sure if it is helping him sleep and stay asleep or not. But we like to think so. My wife really loves the CD, she also likes many of the Metallic albums as well just not something she likes for relaxing like I find it.
So if you have kids you might want to check out this site and then look for these CDs at your store of choice.
Where am I going with this well with our little man I've been wanting to play music in his room during naps and nighttime to help him sleep. Well I think it might help not sure really but my wife didn't like my idea of listening to Metallica for bedtime. D'oh shot down again! Anyway Funky Town and I started listening to the Metallica station on XM when we go out for our errands. So far he's not complained about the music, I know he doesn't know the difference yet but let me keep my delusions a little longer. Anyway, we went out to Best Buy to pick up the new Metallica CD when it came out. However, Best Buy had put the incorrect release date in their ad so it wasn't available yet. But I happened to glance down from the notice to the Metallica section and saw an album I hadn't seen before.
Yes I found a Metallica CD that is meant for Babies! Whoot! In looking at this company I see some other artists that I like as well so maybe we'll end up getting some more of these.
Anyway, back to the point of this post. I brought this CD home and gave it to my wife. We've played it a number of times now. We're not sure if it is helping him sleep and stay asleep or not. But we like to think so. My wife really loves the CD, she also likes many of the Metallic albums as well just not something she likes for relaxing like I find it.
So if you have kids you might want to check out this site and then look for these CDs at your store of choice.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
BarCon Portland Trip Labor Day Weekend(Week)
Well for this year's BarCon the whole family took it's first plane trip since the little one arrived. Luckily for a first go it was only up to Portland. The trip up went smooth with just a minor fuss but nothing major.
We went up on Tuesday, August 26th. We dropped by my old office to show off the little man to my old co-workers and to have lunch with Nancy. Everyone loved Funky Town, thanks Uncle Bar for the nickname! After that we left to go stay with Grandma and Grandpa L down in Sheridan. We had a good visit for a couple of days.
On Thursday we had a family photo set with my Brother-in-law (BIL) and family, Grandma and Grandpa L, and Great Grandpa Cliff. It was a nice photo shoot and some good pictures were taken. (note: when we get some ordered I'll scan and add to the post) The wife took me over to BarCon and she continued on to my BIL's house.
The wife and kid stayed at her Brother's for a couple nights then swapped over to our friend Dawg's house for the rest of our visit.
BarCon as usual was a blast and a good time to catch up with folks both known old and new. This year's theme was The Good, The Bad and The BarCon. So many games came out with Western motif's along with some bales of hay for seating out in the garage gaming room. Friday morning was the Disc Golf tournament ("Flying Buffalo Chip"), which for the second year in a row I had a good start but faded quick! As one competitor let me know for the rest of the weekend. No names now but you know who you are. Then it was back for more games leading up to yet another year of Befferdy. Was this the year for me to claim back my rightful crown as undisputed Befferdy Champ? Well with the help of Wilson, along with a side of help from Unc, we eeked out the Victory in order to avenge my lone loss from last year! In your face Mr. Bar!!! Later that night the wolves came out to play.....not just any wolves but Werewolves. Werewolf is a great group game that you should check out if you've never played before. It's also a BarCon Icon! Saturday brings the biggest day of gaming with games all day. For the second straight year the Wilson kids hosted a Battleball tournament. I had a good showing for once but was knocked off by the biggest cheese of them all...Big Tim! After more gaming it was time for one of the biggest events in BarCon history the 4th Annual BarCon No Limit Texas Hold'em Tournament. This year in final heads up play it was Gene Gene the Gnome Stompin Machine (WoW reference couldn't help myself) versus Big Game James with Big Game pulling out the Victory! Sunday started off with the fun run ("Stagecoach Robery") like usual I didn't participate, what a surprise, but I did help out with doing timing and taking some, hopefully, killer video! After that it was game time until the big BBQ to wrap BarCon all up.
For me I hit a wall when my son showed up. I wasn't prepared for how much I was actually going to miss him. That on top of having to say goodbye to my long, long time friend Bar was a bit much emotionally for me. Had to get out of there. But unfortunately I didn't get to say goodbye to Kong but did make amends by calling from the airport on the way home.
After BarCon we stayed with our friend the Dawgs Sunday and Monday night. Dawg and I caught the move Dark Knight and it lived up to all the hype. One of the rare sequel better then original movies.
So Tuesday morning we flew back home. We had a slight melt down on the flight but luckily again nothing too bad compared to what we had prepared ourselves to go through. Hopefully this bodes well for our Hawaii trip.
Well until next years BarCon watch out for your Brains!
We went up on Tuesday, August 26th. We dropped by my old office to show off the little man to my old co-workers and to have lunch with Nancy. Everyone loved Funky Town, thanks Uncle Bar for the nickname! After that we left to go stay with Grandma and Grandpa L down in Sheridan. We had a good visit for a couple of days.
On Thursday we had a family photo set with my Brother-in-law (BIL) and family, Grandma and Grandpa L, and Great Grandpa Cliff. It was a nice photo shoot and some good pictures were taken. (note: when we get some ordered I'll scan and add to the post) The wife took me over to BarCon and she continued on to my BIL's house.
The wife and kid stayed at her Brother's for a couple nights then swapped over to our friend Dawg's house for the rest of our visit.
BarCon as usual was a blast and a good time to catch up with folks both known old and new. This year's theme was The Good, The Bad and The BarCon. So many games came out with Western motif's along with some bales of hay for seating out in the garage gaming room. Friday morning was the Disc Golf tournament ("Flying Buffalo Chip"), which for the second year in a row I had a good start but faded quick! As one competitor let me know for the rest of the weekend. No names now but you know who you are. Then it was back for more games leading up to yet another year of Befferdy. Was this the year for me to claim back my rightful crown as undisputed Befferdy Champ? Well with the help of Wilson, along with a side of help from Unc, we eeked out the Victory in order to avenge my lone loss from last year! In your face Mr. Bar!!! Later that night the wolves came out to play.....not just any wolves but Werewolves. Werewolf is a great group game that you should check out if you've never played before. It's also a BarCon Icon! Saturday brings the biggest day of gaming with games all day. For the second straight year the Wilson kids hosted a Battleball tournament. I had a good showing for once but was knocked off by the biggest cheese of them all...Big Tim! After more gaming it was time for one of the biggest events in BarCon history the 4th Annual BarCon No Limit Texas Hold'em Tournament. This year in final heads up play it was Gene Gene the Gnome Stompin Machine (WoW reference couldn't help myself) versus Big Game James with Big Game pulling out the Victory! Sunday started off with the fun run ("Stagecoach Robery") like usual I didn't participate, what a surprise, but I did help out with doing timing and taking some, hopefully, killer video! After that it was game time until the big BBQ to wrap BarCon all up.
For me I hit a wall when my son showed up. I wasn't prepared for how much I was actually going to miss him. That on top of having to say goodbye to my long, long time friend Bar was a bit much emotionally for me. Had to get out of there. But unfortunately I didn't get to say goodbye to Kong but did make amends by calling from the airport on the way home.
After BarCon we stayed with our friend the Dawgs Sunday and Monday night. Dawg and I caught the move Dark Knight and it lived up to all the hype. One of the rare sequel better then original movies.
So Tuesday morning we flew back home. We had a slight melt down on the flight but luckily again nothing too bad compared to what we had prepared ourselves to go through. Hopefully this bodes well for our Hawaii trip.
Well until next years BarCon watch out for your Brains!
Long Break Time to Catch up
Well another big snippet of time has come and passed with no Blog update. Well let's get that changed up shall we. So let the catch up posting begin.
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