The Great New York State Fair

Today, I went to the fair with my mom, my dad, and our friend, Jen. It was a perfect day to be at the fair - not too hot and not too crowded! We had a great time!


It was kind of like being at the zoo, except we got to get a lot closer to the animals. I got to pet a cow, and we even got hugs and kisses from the Sea Lions. Here I am "squealing" with excitement after watching the horses. What a fun day!

After hanging out with the animals, we walked over to the Midway to try our luck at some games. My dad tried to win a Buffalo Bills bear for me by playing the football-toss game, but my good luck "pat" on the ball didn't seem to bring him too much luck. Let's hope that Trent Edwards looks better than my dad did for the Bill's season opener!

Big Birthday Boy

Did someone say BIRTHDAY?

Birthday Party? For me?

Yup, that's right - I'm six months old today! We had a great big party and all of my family came to celebrate. At the end of the night, I finally got to open my presents. Is this big box the pony I have been hoping for????

It is! It is!


My dad put the Jump 'n Go pony together while I was sleeping, and I got to play with him first thing in the morning. It was tons of fun!

Thanks everyone for making my birthday so special!

Pass the Pasta, Please

Dad hasn't put my highchair together yet, but that hasn't stopped me from joining everyone at the dinner table.

Now, if someone would just slide that pasta over my way, I'd be all set.

Did Someone Say Football??

I've been watching pre-season football with my dad to gear up for the 2008-2009 season (and my dad thinks I'm going to be the "good luck charm" this year for the Buffalo Bills). We've already been practicing!

1...2...3...HIKE

Not only have we been watching all the pre-season games and listening to Bills talk radio, we're going to training camp this week to check out all of the new players. I can't wait!

My Favorite Uncle

On Saturday night, my Uncle Ted came over for some fun. He thought we were going to do the usual...watch sports on TV and play some cards....but then, my mom put him to work.

First, he had to feed me dinner...my favorite, sweet potatoes. Then, it was off to the bath tub, and Uncle Ted did that too!

I love "hanging" out with my Uncle Ted, even though it must embarrass him that my muscles are already as big as his!!!

Love you, Uncle Ted.

A Family Affair

Today, my Great Aunt Sue and Uncle Larry came from Maine for a quick visit. We had lots of fun hanging out together, and I was smiling up a storm for my Great Uncle Larry. After dinner, we all went for a walk together to make room for Grandma's homemade peach pie. I thought I was going to get in on the pie action (since I eat peaches now), but all I got was carrots and my bottle. Maybe next time....

It was great seeing you guys...come back soon!

Under the Weather

This week, I got my first cold, which was no fun at all. But because Mom and dad felt so bad for me, they let me open one of my birthday presents a little early. I was very happy when I saw my dad assembling the Baby Idol game! I got to see it at my friend, Tate's house, and it looked like a lot of fun. Here I am just mesmerized by the flashing lights and music. Looks like my dad was enjoying himself too!!

After a few days of sneezing and coughing (and lots of TLC from my family), I was back to my old self. Even during the peak of my cold, I was still able to wrestle with dad! And no, the sounds that I'm making during our wrestling match are not the result of congestion....it's my fierce lion impression....ROAR!!!!!

Big Poppa Tornado VS. The Little Lion

Good Luck, Dad

Today, my dad had his big softball play-off game, so I got all dressed up to wish him good luck. My mom sent some pictures to him on his cell phone right before the game. I sure hope he hits a home run!!!

New Toys

A few days ago when I was hanging out in my Music and Lights Gym, my mom asked me what toys I wanted for my 6-month birthday. I had to think it over for a bit.

"Hmmm....Should I ask for tickets to see the 2009 Superbowl Champs (aka. the Buffalo Bills) or get the cool pony that I've had my eye on???"

Four Boys and a Girl

Today, was a very fun day because I got to go over to my friend, Tate's house for a play date. It was great seeing my old buddies, and, boy, was I amazed at how fast they were moving around the house. Tate and Anthony are crawling and standing now and Mark is walking all over the place! It was a good wake-up call for my mom because in a few short months, that is going to be me!!

Not only was today special because I got to see my friends, but it was also fun because we had a girl join "The Boy's Club." Mom's friend, Colleen, brought her daughter, Emily to play with the boys.

I even got my first kiss

"Hey, ma, did you see that kiss?" Pretty cool...

Tate's house was a ton of fun! It was like a toy wonderland there....he even had a ball pit! Check out the boys playing in the pit. I can't wait 'til I'm bigger and can play in there with them.

Here I am hanging out with Mark (first picture) and with Emily (second picture).

But one of the best things about the play date was seeing my buddy, Tate. It had been such a long time, so I was really happy to see him. Thanks, Tate, for inviting us over to your playland. It was so much fun!

Rolly Pollie

I love to practice my rolling! It's so fun moving all around....

15 Miles on the Erie Canal

Today, me, my mom, and my dad all went for a walk around the Erie Canal. Our first stop was at the pavilion so I could get energized for the big trek. I quickly ate my bottle and got some kisses from my dad while he burped me.

....And we're off!

We walked... we and walked...and we walked. It was lots of fun looking around, especially since I got the royal treatment.

At the end of the trail, I got very excited. I'm all like, "yes, I crossed the finish line before you, dad!"

The Big Surprise

Most of you who have talked to my parents recently know how tired they've been because I've been getting up every three hours during the night to eat. I keep telling them that I am a growing boy, but that doesn't stop them from giving me a "pep" talk every night about sleeping longer.

Anyway, this morning I really surprised my mom by sleeping 9 hours straight. She couldn't believe it when she woke up a looked at the clock. And then, I gave her a really big surprise when she came into my room to get me....

I was on my stomach - happy as could be!

My mom was so excited that she woke up my dad to tell him the good news, and he couldn't believe that I rolled over on my stomach during the night! My mom and dad were so proud of me that they rewarded me with a sweet treat....SWEET POTATOES!

Boy, did I enjoy the sweet potatoes...YUM!!

Snuggle Puppy

One of my favorite books these days is "Snuggle Puppy." I get so excited each night looking at the pictures and cuddling with my mom. I guess it's only fitting that she snuggled me up in my puppy towel right before bed and started singing the snuggle puppy song.

Veggie Party

Yesterday I had a birthday party with my mom and dad because I turned five months old. Although I asked for a chocolate cake with lots of frosting, I got a pureed concoction of peas, spinach, and green beans, which I actually enjoyed. My mom finally got out the video camera to tape how excited I get when I am fed real food.

More Peas, Please

I have graduted from rice cereal and now I've moved on to green veggies. I absolutely love peas, and I smile after every bite! I'm not quite so sure about green beans, though....


After I eat my dinner, I am usually a mess, so it's off to the bath tub for me! Yup, you heard it right...the bath tub! Mom said I can't go in my infant tub anymore because I splash so much that all of the water ends up on the floor.

Bath time is the best time of the day for me. I love splashing around!

I'm not my usual smiley self in this picture because as you can see, my mom is holding my arm so I don't get the camera soaking wet. Aw, mom...you are spoiling all of my fun!

My First Elephant Ride

Today I had my very first visit to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with my mom, Grandma Deenie, and Poppy! I saw lots and lots of animals while I was at the zoo - and tons of little kids too! It was fun to take in all of the sights and sounds of the zoo (but I didn't really like the smells so much).

I wasn't too scared of the lions...mostly because they were sleeping!

And I got to "hang" out with the monkeys!

All in all, it was a great trip to the zoo. Thanks Grandma Deenie and Poppy for taking me to see all of the animals! I can't wait to go again when I am older!

A Quick Dip

It's been really hot this past week so my mom took me to her friend, Heather's house to go swimming. At first, I was a little upset by the cold water, but then I got used to it and started splashing around like I was in my little bath tub. Of course, all of the swimming really made me work up an appetite....

This is the life!

Just Chillin'

The weather in Syracuse has been beautiful these last few days, so my mom and I have been spending a lot of time outside.

Of course, she has been practicing her photography skills, which means I usually end up in a basket somewhere.

I am especially happy these days when I have my hands in my mouth. Yum!

4th of July

Happy 4th of July. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday weekend and gets to spend time with family and friends!