Kaitlyn news

Kaityn will be one soon and everytime I see her she is doing something new. She started crawling weeks ago, saying appa and oma (dad and mom), and she even points to the birds in the sky. One thing that hasn't changed is her pterodactyl scream and her dog growl (yes, this petite little baby really makes these sounds). What will she do next???

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We went back to the exact spot where we were married (7-24-05). Yes, it's been two years! We enjoyed all the good things that we had at the wedding and of course, Jawsh also had to have a Patron margarita. Last year I wrote, "When we celebrate our second year anniversary, we'll have another person joining us at dinner... anyone able to babysit???" but we decided to take Noah with us and we were glad we did. He was wonderful the whole night (he could not keep his eyes off the beach long enough to take a picture). Will he join us again next year???

D'oh

In anticipation of The Simpsons Movie, we went to Apu's Kwik E Mark (a converted 7-11). There was actually a line to get in and once we got in we had to stay in another line for a Squishy and a pink sprinkled donut. Noah was mesmerized by Ralph and Homer. I wonder which he liked best???

Not so rosey

Noah went through his first bout with illness: roseola. In usual Noah style he took it in stride. We're glad that it passed and we are hoping that we won't have another illness anytime soon. Anyone know where I can buy a bubble for Noah???

Reno Rubins

Aunt Julia and the twins were back in Cali for a short visit. It was nice to spend time with them and we wish they lived much closer. Although the Noah's Ark exhibit was a little too kiddish for Seth and Mary, we still managed to have a nice time there. When will we see them again???

A penny for Noah's thoughts

What is he thinking???

Fourth

It's amazing to think back to last July 4th... Michelle and I were at the Hollywood Bowl, pregnant, pushing eachother up the hill to get to our seats. Now we're almost back to pre-pregnancy bod, making sure Kaitlyn and Noah don't push eachother! It was such a wonderful experience to be pregnant at the same time. What are the chances of that happening again???

Florida sunshine

My cousin, Suzy, flew in to CA for less than 24 hours! Before she flew back to Tampa she came by for a quick visit and we were able to see her portfolio (she's a wedding photographer). Great stuff. Check her site at: www.suzyminphotography.com- anybody getting married soon???

Pool party

Kaitlyn has a little pool in her backyard and Noah was invited over to swim, well actually, to take a dip. When Noah got in the pool, Kaitlyn splashed water on his face and took all of the toys he played with. Despite that he had a good time, but Kaitlyn had a better time. When will they learn how to swim???

A friend for Noah

Noah made a new friend today... 21 month old Angeline. Noah has good taste because Angeline cleans up after herself (and Noah), is very smart (she mastered the shapes toy quickly), and she knows sign language! Will Noah's good taste in women continue throughout his life???

ADO(RED)

Noah and Kaitlyn were sporting their RED shirts so I tried to do a photo shoot of them. I thought I could send this to GAP and the babies would be discovered, make a million dollars, and have their own line of toys or something... then reality struck. Kaitlyn was too busy showing off her crawling moves (yes, she's now crawling) and Noah was too busy trying to avoid her (yes, he's learning how to push her away). So for now the dreams of being discovered are on hold, but in the meantime Noah is still DELIVE(RED) and Kaitlyn is still DIAPE(RED). How cute is that???

Best babysitters

We were so fortunate to spend time with the Reno Rubins! What fun it was to have them in town. While we were busy playing Rummy Q, stuffing our faces with ice cream, and watching Talledega Nights, Noah managed to get some play time with his twin cousins, Mary and Seth. They were so great with him... they changed his diapers, built amazing toy towers, and even gave him a bath. They are going to be great babysitters when they go back home. Can we say... Babysitters Club???

Oy vey!

Noah's wardrobe expanded with an addition of two shirts. He received a bright green one from Uncle Zach that says, "Someone who loves me very much went to Israel and got me this tshirt" and the other one is the one you see before you. "Oy vey" is a Yiddish expression translated as "woe is me." Everyone got a kick out of both shirts... which do you prefer???

The Original Uncle Bill

Tonight Noah got to meet the original Uncle Bill and my Aunt Suki. Uncle Bill exposed us to all 31 flavors of ice cream and called us every Christmas to ask us what we wanted. My brother was named after him and now Noah has an Uncle Bill who will carry on the tradition. What will Noah ask for first???

WNBA or Art?

Kaitlyn is going to play sports whether she likes it or not... Billy will make sure she can hoop it up like Sheryl Swoops and swing a golf club like Michelle Wie. Here is Kaitlyn in training: palming a ball. Sure it's not a basketball but she has to start somewhere. Uncle Jawsh will balance the athletics by teaching her art. Which will she like more???

Playing with Bubbe

Grandma Caryn, affectionately known as, Bubbe, came to spend the afternoon with us. Noah enjoyed playing peek a boo and being held by his one and only Bubbe. Noah has been vocalizing for weeks saying uhma... when will he say Bubbe???

Sleeping babes

This picture is just too cute... who do you think woke up first???

Nursery

I am so blessed to have a nursery on site at my work. Although Noah is staying at home with Jawsh it's great to know that we have the option to take him to my work with me. Carter and Savyor were ecstatic to see Noah. Will he get along with the others as well???

Mommy's work

Jawsh brought Noah to my school while it was in session and the kids freaked out! I wasn't sure who they were more excited to see... Jawsh or Noah. I wonder if they'll visit again before the school year is out???

Hello Cousin

Noah was all smiles when he saw Cousin Adam... when will he meet Jenny and Jon???