Knee Injury

Now, Evan has had his fair share of scratches from himself (and me). But yesterday he had his first real injury. More of a scratch, really.

We were walking around in the backyard and Evan was holding on to one of my fingers. He lost his balance (as he usually does), but this time it was on the rocks. He let out a little whimper and looked at me as though saying, "Hey, this stuff hurts!" I looked at his knee to see the damage. It was a bit red and there was some skin that was scraped off. We went inside, cleaned it off, and then I took a picture of it. Great mom, huh?

You can see in the center of the red a spot that's a little lighter, that's where the scrape is. It's scabbed over today.

First Haircut

Paul and I took Evan to get his first haircut today. Poot baby had hair growing over his ears and past his eyebrows.

We had an appointment scheduled yesterday, but ended up having to cancel. This morning we went to the same location and when we arrived there was one stylist and too many kids. After feeding Evan a snack, we left and headed to another place, Snip-its. I'm so glad that we went there. No one was waiting and there were several stylists.

The stylist asked if we wanted to save a lock of hair and of course, I said yes. Surprisingly, Evan shed not a single tear! Paul, the stylist, and myself were so proud of him! He sat in his chair chomping away on a key ring. I blew bubbles while taking pictures and Paul videotaped the whole thing.

The key Evan was holding was later used to retrieve a prize as we left the salon. Evan got a little rubber lizard and a sticker.

Ready to get started!

Checking out what the other kids are doing.

Before...After.Thanks, Della!

Moving

Our moving date is set...June 11 and 12. One week from today, Paul, Evan, and I will be sleeping in our "new" home.

Things to do and accomplished:

#1. Popcorn ceiling, wallpaper, built in cabinets, and tv stands removed.
#2. Paint almost completed.
#3. New light fixtures purchased.
#4. Ceiling fans ready to be installed.
#5. Moving van reserved.
#6. Friends enlisted to help move.
#7. Started packing.
#8. New carpet purchased.

Swim season

Yesterday was Paul's first day in the pool for the summer, as well as Evan's. Notice that I didn't mention my name? Two reasons: #1 - I was the photographer/videographer and #2 - I still think the water is too cold. I'll be in the water in a few more weeks.

Paul took Evan into the water and they both had a blast. I wasn't sure if the water would be too cold for Evan, but he didn't seem to mind it at all. He has seen the pool since the day we brought him home from the hospital and finally had his chance. Today he looked out the window and you could tell that he wanted to go in again.

Birthday shirt

As much as I know that Evan will not remember, nor really care, that much (if anything) about his first birthday...

I JUST CAN'T HELP MYSELF!

I was looking around on Etsy for birthday ideas when I came across this shirt. That's when I told myself that with the help of my mom, we could probably make one for less money. Yesterday I ventured to Hobby Lobby, one of my favorite stores, and purchase a plain white shirt ($3.99) and some fabric for a total of about $8. I have MORE than enough fabric for his shirt so I'm trying to think of how to use it...any ideas?

Here's what I've done thus far...

Videos

Now that I'm a "stay at home mom", I'm finally able to catch some footage and take pictures of my baby. Here are some images that I've been able to capture this week.

We were having fun playing with the spoon after breakfast.

He lost his bowl in our bathtub.

This photo is actually from a few weeks ago, but I find it hilarious.

The Benefits of Breastmilk

A friend of mine has her own blog about feeding your children nutritious foods called The Littlest Foodie. On her blog today she posted an article she same across with some well known facts about breastfeeding, as well as some new ones. Check it out!

http://www.littlestfoodie.com/2010/05/some-littler-known-facts-about-breast.html