The latest on the whole crew
Evan had his first haircut last weekend. On Saturday we went to a friend who cuts hair in Des Plaines and had her cut Evan’s hair. He loved the cape (or whatever it is called) that he got to wear, especially when he figured out where the velcro was 😉 He was looking and moving all over, but in the end his hair looks great and he have a few locks for the scrapbook. Thanks Ginny for taking time out to cut his hair!
Evan’s latest trick is to open up whatever drawers he can. In the bathroom, his bedroom, our bedroom – wherever he can get into. We have had to resort to keeping our bathroom doors closed and have walked into his room after he was in there for awhile with the bottom drawer empty. He is getting pretty good though at putting items back in the drawer – just not very folded…we will work on that.
Mr. Evan took his first step tonight. He was holding on to the couch, Amy called him, and he took a step away (very sturdy) and went to Amy. We are very proud of him. Now to warn Pita, Salsa, and Triscuit…
Over the past few weeks Evan has really gotten into the “sharing” mode. Whatever he has in his hands (his blanket, food, toys, etc) he now likes to give it to you, then nicely take it back, then give it to you again. This is pretty darn cute…especially the blanket sharing as he loves to smell his blanket and when he gives it to you, he expects you to smell it too. I know a few people who will appreciate that. 😉
Evan now can point to his nose and teeth (when he is in the mood). In addition to that, he has begun pointing at things he wants or likes and it is quite cute. The picture of him was taken at our friends’ baby shower (Sarah and Brett). Evan is quite excited to have another little friend very soon!
Evan got a really cool sled for his birthday and finally got a chance to use it in his front yard this week. He liked the snow, the sled, and the snowball Mommy made for him, but he had a hard time picking it up since his mittens do not have a separate compartment for his thumb. Next year we will build a cool snowman together. Check out the other photos of Evan in the snow.
Evan had a fun and busy day on his first birthday. His Grandma Z was in town to help celebrate and about thirty or so other friends came to his party. We got Portillos catered in, along with some of Mrs. R’s famous mostacolli, and some amazing chips and salsa from a neighborhood bar (along with Coca Cola products, beer, and an awesome cake from Costco). I have posted some pictures from the big day – he was exhausted (and missed his morning nap), but he made it through the whole day without any meltdowns until after he went to sleep.
He took the first bite, and kept eating until it was gone. Nice work Evan!
It is hard to believe Evan is one years old today – but today he celebrated his first birthday with family and a lot of friends. Thanks to everyone who made it a special day by calling or coming to the party! Pictures to come soon!
Evan made the switch from formula to cows’ milk this week and is doing great. We have a fabulous dairy out here (Oberweis that delivers milk (and recently added Coca Cola products) so I am excited to start the home delivery.