the machine

You really enjoyed your grama and Aunt Teen's visit last week. You did so many shocking things that your dad missed while he was in Boston for two weeks. When he returns tomorrow, he'll be surprised at how independent you've become. You have discovered that you know what you want and can assert yourself. It has been a fun experience.

First of all, you had your first trip to Chuck E. Cheese and had a blast. You loved the tiny carousel and teacup rides and wore yourself out so much that you passed out on mom's lap for about 45 minutes during the Chuck E. concert. You had your first trip to IKEA and loved exploring the model kids' rooms. You and Eve received a new tent to play in that has been a total hit. You run full speed into it and fall on top of Eve and squeal in delight when she shuts you in and lets you back out the door again.

If someone comes to the house to visit you, it's a safe bet that you will be carrying a wooden screwdriver around the house. It seems to be your favorite toy and you love it. There are a few others that you frequently tote around as well such as Eve's fairy baton, a ball (any will do), or your glow worm.

There's no doubt that you are a fruit fan, but it seems your favorite could be watermelon. Aunt Teen and mom were shocked at the amount of watermelon and hot dogs that you could put away. You can consume portions of both of these that seem unhealthy for an adult let alone a one year old at one sitting.

You definitely charmed grama and Aunt Teen with your happy demeanor and turned them into total suckers for doing things like bounce you over and over on their laps singing Byo baby byo.

You've been sleeping full nights, which is much appreciated, but that could be because you go about 95 mph all day on your fat little feet. I say that because I had to buy you another new pair of shoes because of your little Fred Flinstone block feet. You seem to like them and will even carry them around when you are ready to go bye-bye.

I look forward to reading what grama has to say about her trip to DC. Now I should probably start planning a birthday celebration for you and your sister. Love you little man.