Standing and Playing

In the last week Nicholas has definately taken to pulling himself up and standing. Here he is playing at his activity table. He is very proud of himself.

Learning to Clap

Nick got to spend some time with his great-grandmothers this week. In the video Simone and Great-Grandma Jackie taught Nick to clap. Now he is excited by the fact that he can make noise at will.

Thanksgiving '09

It has been another successful Thanksgiving in Ohio. A full house from Portland to Knoxville was in attendance. Simone, Nick and I would like to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving wherever you may be (Carmel, Phoenix, Frankfurt).

Nick testing out his new wheels.

Nick's new favorite toy - the box the wine was shipped in.

Great-Grandmother Jackie, Cousin Samantha, and her beau, Grant.

Nick enjoyed his first Thanksgiving Day foods: turkey, mashed potatoes, green beens, roles, and pumpkin pie.

The whole gang in Dresden, Ohio.

Getting reading to for dinner. Mom runs a tight ship.

On our way!

While Ohio State was finishing up their regular season with another win over that team from up north we were on our way to Ohio for Thanksgiving. After seeing that I had some upgrades that were going to expire I did the unthinkable and upgraded us to first class... with an eight month old. I was fearful that everyone would hate us but other than being a little fidgety he did great.

Currently in Chicago. Next stop... Columbus.

Nick Enjoying His Jumperoo

8 Months (and 1 Week)

So we were a little late with the formal 8 Month Pictures, but without further ado...

First Haircut

Yes, we know. We haven't posted our official 8 months pictures. They will just have to be 8 months 1 week pictures. But, in the meantime, we have a few shots of Nick's first haircut. Enjoy.

Before...

After.