January

Mmm. where to start- not a whole lot has been going on in January - but I suppose after the holidays that is what January is for. We had a recent scare when we found out that Connor's crib and furniture has been recalled for lead paint. As most babies Connor has defintely put his unique character to his crib (aka teething) which obviously concerned us. We have since gotten rid of all the furniture, had everything steamed and dry cleaning and C-man is sleeping in a pack n play until we are able to get new furniture. Of course we also had his lead levels checked -which thankfully came back undetectable - however if any of you parents have ever had to have your child's blood draw through a venous stick you know what awful experience it is - let's just say there were tears to go around the whole room of 3 nurse's and myself attempting to have the blood drawn. But you do what you have too. The weather has been bitterly cold and just yesturday and today we were finally able to get some snow out of this cold weather. Well I guess you can call it snow - more of a dusting really -but nonetheless enough to call of school and send kids sledding down the yards. Connor was not sure what to think, but I think just enjoyed being outside after being cooped up for days. The stock market was closed monday allowing us a 3 day family weekend -including lots of movies, a trip to Jumpity Jump and lots of playtime with C-man - the best part of the whole weekend Monday afternoon Connor Walked to us! He has been taking a step here or there but resides to his knees for long distances -but yesturday he actually walked probably 10-15 steps, the cutest part was how proud he was of himself! Anyway hope everyone is staying warm! Also I had to include all my recent pictures from my new camera over the last few weeks - I am loving taking pictures!