On the road again...

Yesterday we headed north to see "G'J"( as Jon puts it) and to spend more time with Uncle Jon at his house.  You decided to holler most of the ride up north and your Uncle Jon was super sweet to ride in the back with you.  For a bit, you stopped 'being vocal' and then were back at it... so we took a break for a snack for you and were off again.  When we arrived at Gramma's you played on the floor and were sooooo happy.  Maybe you've reached your limit for travel in a week.  For sure you've logged many hours in your car seat!  This will be your last road trip in your first car seat... from now on you will be in the big boy seat in Mommy's car.  Tonight you and Uncle are having boy time together while I go to see Kathy Griffin in Seattle.  You sure love your Uncle Jon!  

The show was amazing and Uncle Jon took such good care of you!  Gramma went to South Pacific with Auntie Jane, and they had a good time too.  Uncle Jon said that you had two baths and fell asleep around 9:30 pm... he held you for three hours while you were snoozing in his arms.  He is your favorite babysitter!

Wednesday 'us' time

This morning we took an adventure to the doggie park in town with Titus.  You were all snuggly with me and bundled in your down outfit!  It was nice 'us' time & later we'll go out again at home!

 

Another trip to the doctor today to get your first round of flu shots... and you saw your friend in the mirror again!  Also, Uncle Jon watched you while Mommy went for a haircut.

Back home...

Your Uncle Jon is soooooooooo fabulous!  Our first day back home and he's helped out even more... he's been cooking meals, helping with laundry, Titus, shopping for groceries, and loving you of course!  He even took Titus to the doggie park in the cold wind and rain while you slept in the car and I rested.  We all appreciate his friendship and being there for us.  This afternoon he held you while you slept and even dozed off with you.  We are so lucky to have him as our brother and your Uncle! 

Buffalo wrap up

Check out your matching shirts!  I found yours when shopping with Aunt Maria and knew you had to have one just like Gramps has!

On our trip we fell behind in our 'blog' so now that we're home here's a wrap up of what we did on days 6+.  You met Great Aunt Kathey and Uncle Dick, Great Aunt Carol and Uncle Bob, Cousins Roberta, Mike, Rob, Dylan, Jen, Rachel, and all their kids.  We celebrated Drew's 2nd birthday party with the cousins & you got to meet Daryl and Joyce on our last day at Aunt Maria & Uncle Mike's house.  You also spent a full day with Daddy while I went out with Aunt Maria for the afternoon.  We came home with some super cool pajamas & then we spent the next three nights at Cousin Sophia's house.  We loved our time with her and your Aunt and Uncle.  What fun it is to watch you two play together... and to see you smile and laugh!  What fun it will be when we get to meet your 2nd cousin on the way!  You also got to meet Linda and Larry, Uncle Mike's parents.  They gave you a toy camera that you LOVE!  On the plane ride home you slept quite a bit... and in Chicago you got a stuffed airplane and a magnet to add to your souveneir collection that Daddy started for you.  Uncle Jon picked us all up at the airport and we were pooped by the time we got home.  You managed to sneak into bed with us & now must readjust to the time change.  Alexander, we love you soooo much!  Think of all our fun adventures we will share!  

Buffalo: Day 4 & 5

Another day of fun with family!  And Alexander... your first trip trip to a pub.  When we walked in, the bartender said, "He's got Tequila in his eyes."  Too young for that!  We went to O'Lacey's pub in Batavia with Daddy and Gramps... and later on, Grandma Elle, Aunt Maria, & Cousin Sophia joined us for lunch.  You took a little nap on the floor by the heating vent and were super cozy!  After we left the pub, you and Daddy hung out in the car while Aunt Maria, Sophia, & I went grocery shopping.  In the store, we sang songs and she played with my phone and kept kissing digital pictures of you and Daddy.  Sophia accidentally hit you in the head with her baby doll... oops!  She loves you so much.  Before you went to bed, Grandma and Gramps played and snuggled with you.  And today, you and Daddy are going to hang out with everyone while Aunt Maria and I go shopping.

Buffalo: Day 3

Day three of our trip brought a more rested Mommy, Daddy, and you... We all woke up around 10 am and felt more alert today.  You took a bath in Sophia's yellow ducky tub & loved it!  We also paid a visit to meet Great Aunt Kathy & Great Uncle Dick.  Elle was at their house too, and later in the afternoon her Dad (Cousin Marty) showed up.  Aunt Kathey said, "Alex is a looker!"  meaning... you are cute!  We know that!  Before heading back to Grandma & Gramps' house for dinner, we stopped by Target to pick up a few things.  You and Daddy slept in the car while Mommy did some shopping.  We got you your very own ducky tub for travel & a new friend... Scout the dog.  He can even say your name!  For dinner, Grandma made some very tasty porkchops... and someday she will make you some!  Yummy!  For dinner YOU had peas and prunes!  Grandma had been changing lots of your diapers... what a lucky boy you are!  We are having a fun time here!

Buffalo: Day 2

Ah, it felt soooo incredibly good for the three of us to sleep in til 11 a.m. (well, it was normal wake up time for us back home.)  We all cuddled in bed and finally woke up when the phone rang.  It was cousin Marty calling to say that he and Elle would be coming over to have lunch with us and visit.  You were asleep when they arrived and when Elle went in to see you, she said "Hi Baby!" and you woke up.  You were a little frightened at first, but after a diaper change and some food you were all smiles for Cousin Marty and the family.  Marty hugged you and Elle played with you while you exercised in the jumper.  During lunch you sat on Mommy's lap and even tried drinking from your sippy cup.  Later on, Cousin Sophia and Aunt Maria came over and we all talked while you played with the cousins.  Daddy danced with Sophia and Cousin Marty danced with Elle.  We had a good time and then you decided to take another nap.  After everyone left, Daddy and I took you over to Amber and Dave's house.  You got to meet their little girl Addison... you now have another girlfriend... in NY!  That night we ordered pizza and took it over to Uncle Mike and Maria's house... you and Sophia played together while we all chatted and watched home movies.  It was so much fun to spend time with them.  What a fun day!

Buffalo: Day 1

Well, our little Alexander definitely had a hard time adjusting to being in a new state... Around midnight (9 pm our time) we started to put him to bed and he lost it.  Was it the dramamine Mommy took for the plane ride?  Teething?  Ear troubles from flying?  New environment?  Travel?  Whatever it was, we sure felt bad for him.  As he cried, we toured Grandma & Gramps' house and around 3 a.m., Alexander finally fell asleep.  Poor little guy!  Uncle Mike had invited us all to go to church with them and their friends... instead of going with them Steve and I decided to sleep in from the night before's late night tears.

On Sunday, our luggage still had not arrived so Daddy called United several times to check the status of the bags.  Every time he called, he was told "they will be on the next flight".  Mommy needed her prescription so the three of us took a trip the drug store to get a few pills, some socks and baby supplies for you, and deodorant so we wouldn't scare everyone around us.  Our next stop was to Uncle Mike's house to meet him, Aunt Maria, & Cousin Sophia.  Sophia absolutely fell in love with you Alex.  She sat on the floor and hugged you.  Read to you and invited you to sit in her new chair she got from her grandparents.  When I went to take you to feed, Sophia started crying because I was taking away her baby... YOU!  Uncle Mike, Aunt Maria, and Sophia love you soooo much, and we love them soooo much!  That night we all had dinner together and you ate veggies and fruits that Grandma Elle bought for you.  After we all spent time together, we said goodnight and you went to sleep around 1 a.m. and we all slept in til 11 o'clock Monday morning!

First plane ride... 1/16/10

Yesterday Alex took his first plane ride! Uncle Jon got up early to take us all to the airport & was so sweet to get us a smart cart to carry our luggage to the United check in counter. The airport wasn't even busy... surprising! We checked in and soon were off to the security checkpoint. Alex sat on Mommy's hip and Daddy took care of the stroller which we brought on the plane to have for the transfer of planes in Chicago. Alex, you were totally quiet on the plane and ate, played with your red hippo toy from Liz & Alison, and napped on and off. We watched the movie "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" and actually liked it! Our plane landed at O'hare aiport just 25 minutes before our next plane was to depart. Daddy waited for your stroller to be delivered from the plane, but it never came! After we learned it was going to be transferred to the next plane, Daddy and I hustled our buns over to the other gate. By the time we arrived, people were boarding & I was hot and sweating! Daddy talked to the flight attendants and they tracked down our stroller. Phew! On the flight from Chicago to Buffalo, you were a little fussy but soon took a nice long snooze. When we landed you woke up and got to see Grandma Elle and Gramps at the airport. We waited for the luggage but it never came. Bummer! In all, it was a FANTASTIC travel day with you. We can't wait to explore more of the world with you!