Koa had a great doctor's appointment this week. He is 27 inches long (74%), 17 lbs. 8 oz (47%) and has two teeth! Dr. Minick asked us if he had any teeth and we told him no...I have been checking his gums periodically for redness/swelling and nothing. We had just looked in there the other day and there weren't any signs of teeth. Low and behold, when Dr. Minick looked, there were two little teeth that had cut through the bottom of his gums! Joey and I were so surprised!! Now that we think about it, he would not take his hands out of his mouth during his 6 month photo shoot just two days earlier. He was probably cutting them either during the photo shoot or that night! Crazy!!
Speaking of pictures, we will be getting Koa's 6 month pictures in a few days and I will be sure to upload them on here. Kimo and Naia were wonderful with Koa and took some great pictures! Can't wait to share them!!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Dinner Parties and Pumpkins
Koa has started scooting across the floor as you can see here:
Our friend, Vanessa had a surprise birthday party at Salt Rock Grill. Koa got all dressed up in his party outfit and headed out to celebrate. Happy Birthday, Vanessa! It was fun seeing everyone--even Alyssa flew in for the occasion!
We took Koa to find his pumpkin. I'm sure he thought his parents went crazy when they made him put on this bear costume and sit with these strange orange things. He was too busy trying to figure it all out to smile! 
Koa's new pajamas make him look like a bank robber. He demanded ONE MILLLLLION DOLLARS!!! 
Our friend, Vanessa had a surprise birthday party at Salt Rock Grill. Koa got all dressed up in his party outfit and headed out to celebrate. Happy Birthday, Vanessa! It was fun seeing everyone--even Alyssa flew in for the occasion!
We took Koa to find his pumpkin. I'm sure he thought his parents went crazy when they made him put on this bear costume and sit with these strange orange things. He was too busy trying to figure it all out to smile! 
Koa's new pajamas make him look like a bank robber. He demanded ONE MILLLLLION DOLLARS!!! 
Lots of Videos
Koa is such a happy boy--especially when he wakes up. He has been sleeping about 11-12 hours a night. When he wakes up, we hear his sweet little voice from his room just babbling away. Here is what we see when we go in to get him:
Watching Koa try different foods has been entertaining for Joey and me. So far, he has enjoyed rice cereal, oat cereal, and pears. Here are the pictures from the green bean debut. They were not his favorite, but since he has tried them, he has enjoyed sweet potatoes and bananas. He will now eat his green beans without the yuck face!
Koa is starting to scoot. His favorite toy is his turtle as you can see in this video!
It has been fun watching Koa become aware of his surroundings--especially the dogs. He really gets a kick out of them. I will hear him laugh and look up to see him staring at the dogs, laughing. They seem to like him, too. I know they like his toys as they are constantly wanting to play with them. Kimo spins the alphabet wheel so it will light up and sing to him!
This is what grading papers looks like this year:
Our favorite naps:
Koa is getting better and better at sitting up:
Watching Koa try different foods has been entertaining for Joey and me. So far, he has enjoyed rice cereal, oat cereal, and pears. Here are the pictures from the green bean debut. They were not his favorite, but since he has tried them, he has enjoyed sweet potatoes and bananas. He will now eat his green beans without the yuck face!
Koa is starting to scoot. His favorite toy is his turtle as you can see in this video!
It has been fun watching Koa become aware of his surroundings--especially the dogs. He really gets a kick out of them. I will hear him laugh and look up to see him staring at the dogs, laughing. They seem to like him, too. I know they like his toys as they are constantly wanting to play with them. Kimo spins the alphabet wheel so it will light up and sing to him!
This is what grading papers looks like this year:
Our favorite naps:
Koa is getting better and better at sitting up:
Saturday, October 2, 2010
September 2010
Labor Day
Katie decided to take the opportunity to fly home to visit Mom and Dad (and the rest of the family). Joey and I decided it would be nice if Koa and I could surprise everyone as well since Brian, Ashley, and Oakley were going to be visiting that same weekend. Joey had to work, so it was hard to leave him behind, but being the great husband/daddy that he is, he encouraged us to go. Katie met Mom and Ashley first. Koa and I came out soon after. Mom almost threw Katie's laptop that she was holding and Ashley (sorry, Ashley) immediately teared up. I would say we definitely surprised them! It was so much fun to watch the cousins interact with one another as this was the first time that Koa was old enough to pay attention to Oakley. They even slept in their pack'n plays in the same bedroom!
Pool Day
Koa finally got his own pool float with built in shade! He loved it!
Joey's Work
Joey went to the training division for two weeks. He had to be at work at 4:30 in the morning and worked until 2:00 in the afternoon. The people going through training to become deputies have to complete a two week "boot camp." Joey was one of the "drill sergeants" who was in their faces and working them out. I think he enjoyed the change, but isn't a fan of working 5 days in a row--especially those hours!
Koa Eats Rice Cereal
Koa had his "4 month" checkup when he was about 4 and a half months old. He is a healthy boy weighing in at 14 lb 3 oz and measuring 25 inches long. He didn't even cry when he got his two shots. I think Nurse Julie was just as shocked as we were! Koa was probably distracted as he was thinking about the fact that Doctor Minnick gave him the go ahead on rice cereal! Here are his pictures and videos from this big event:
Softball Tournament
We continue to enjoy spending the day at the softball park cheering Joey and the guys on to victories! This particular tournament lasted 14 hours and they came in 2nd in the end. Koa, Katie, and I were there bright and early for the first three games before we took a break at the pool. Joey let us know they were still going strong so we decided to head back out and cheer them on some more. It was an exciting day and Koa enjoyed every second of it!
September Play Date
We had our friends from our baby classes over to our house for some football and a cookout. It is so much fun to see how they are all growing so fast! Gaine and Britton have definitely passed Koa up on the growth charts! Layla was wearing her Buckeye Princess dress...so cute! Koa and Gaine were twins in their FSU shirts!
Naia the Playmat
We let Koa play with Naia and he loved it. Naia was so gentle with him and Koa likes the way her fur feels. They are going to be best friends!
Concert at the Pier
One of our friends, Vanessa, just had a baby a month ago. She invited us to hang out at the St. Pete Pier and listen to a free concert. What an experience! The music was Celtic--but sounded like kareoke. The homeless guys were dancing and enjoying the music with their BABY PET SQUIRREL. Yes, I said BABY PET SQUIRREL. It had a flourescent green collar and was holding on to their shirts for dear life as they "danced" around in front of the band. Quite entertaining! Unfortunately, I put the camera away before Wendy, Vanessa, and her baby Mila arrived!
Day Off
One of the perks of job sharing is that Deb and I have it worked out that we take turns working on the early release days. This means we get a Wednesday off every once in a while. For my first day off, Katie, Koa and I spent the day with Amy and her boys. Here's what Koa did:
Katie decided to take the opportunity to fly home to visit Mom and Dad (and the rest of the family). Joey and I decided it would be nice if Koa and I could surprise everyone as well since Brian, Ashley, and Oakley were going to be visiting that same weekend. Joey had to work, so it was hard to leave him behind, but being the great husband/daddy that he is, he encouraged us to go. Katie met Mom and Ashley first. Koa and I came out soon after. Mom almost threw Katie's laptop that she was holding and Ashley (sorry, Ashley) immediately teared up. I would say we definitely surprised them! It was so much fun to watch the cousins interact with one another as this was the first time that Koa was old enough to pay attention to Oakley. They even slept in their pack'n plays in the same bedroom!
Pool Day
Koa finally got his own pool float with built in shade! He loved it!
Joey's Work
Joey went to the training division for two weeks. He had to be at work at 4:30 in the morning and worked until 2:00 in the afternoon. The people going through training to become deputies have to complete a two week "boot camp." Joey was one of the "drill sergeants" who was in their faces and working them out. I think he enjoyed the change, but isn't a fan of working 5 days in a row--especially those hours!
Koa Eats Rice Cereal
Koa had his "4 month" checkup when he was about 4 and a half months old. He is a healthy boy weighing in at 14 lb 3 oz and measuring 25 inches long. He didn't even cry when he got his two shots. I think Nurse Julie was just as shocked as we were! Koa was probably distracted as he was thinking about the fact that Doctor Minnick gave him the go ahead on rice cereal! Here are his pictures and videos from this big event:
Softball Tournament
We continue to enjoy spending the day at the softball park cheering Joey and the guys on to victories! This particular tournament lasted 14 hours and they came in 2nd in the end. Koa, Katie, and I were there bright and early for the first three games before we took a break at the pool. Joey let us know they were still going strong so we decided to head back out and cheer them on some more. It was an exciting day and Koa enjoyed every second of it!
September Play Date
We had our friends from our baby classes over to our house for some football and a cookout. It is so much fun to see how they are all growing so fast! Gaine and Britton have definitely passed Koa up on the growth charts! Layla was wearing her Buckeye Princess dress...so cute! Koa and Gaine were twins in their FSU shirts!
Naia the Playmat
We let Koa play with Naia and he loved it. Naia was so gentle with him and Koa likes the way her fur feels. They are going to be best friends!
Concert at the Pier
One of our friends, Vanessa, just had a baby a month ago. She invited us to hang out at the St. Pete Pier and listen to a free concert. What an experience! The music was Celtic--but sounded like kareoke. The homeless guys were dancing and enjoying the music with their BABY PET SQUIRREL. Yes, I said BABY PET SQUIRREL. It had a flourescent green collar and was holding on to their shirts for dear life as they "danced" around in front of the band. Quite entertaining! Unfortunately, I put the camera away before Wendy, Vanessa, and her baby Mila arrived!
Day Off
One of the perks of job sharing is that Deb and I have it worked out that we take turns working on the early release days. This means we get a Wednesday off every once in a while. For my first day off, Katie, Koa and I spent the day with Amy and her boys. Here's what Koa did:
August 2010
The Live-In Nanny Arrives
As the summer/maternity leave came to an end, I was so excited to have Katie move in with us! Katie is so sweet with Koa and a great roommate! It has been fun to watch her get to know Koa and see them interact together. I know I will look back on this time I have with my sister and cherish the memories!
Nap Time
As I am (finally) updating this blog, Joey is on the couch next to me sound asleep with Koa on his chest. Looks something like this:
Naia and Kimo are being such good dogs as they have adjusted to the change of having Koa around. They are so sweet with him--especially as he has started reaching out and touching them as they walk by. Naia does love the mud and likes to keep us busy with mopping the floor after she leaves muddy paw prints everywhere!
Embarrassing Photo
I had to take a picture of Koa with his pants under his onesie...looks like he is wearing a leotard! Silly Mommy!
More August Highlights
I started back to work after having 4 months off. It was a bitter sweet day. I am so thankful to have Katie here to babysit Koa, but it is still hard to leave him in the afternoon. I am also blessed to have a Principal who approved a job share for my friend, Deb, and me. She teaches in the morning and I teach the afternoons, so I only have to be at work from 12:30 to 4:30. I have two math classes and a science class that I teach this year. Loving my schedule!
As the summer/maternity leave came to an end, I was so excited to have Katie move in with us! Katie is so sweet with Koa and a great roommate! It has been fun to watch her get to know Koa and see them interact together. I know I will look back on this time I have with my sister and cherish the memories!
Nap Time
As I am (finally) updating this blog, Joey is on the couch next to me sound asleep with Koa on his chest. Looks something like this:
Naia and Kimo are being such good dogs as they have adjusted to the change of having Koa around. They are so sweet with him--especially as he has started reaching out and touching them as they walk by. Naia does love the mud and likes to keep us busy with mopping the floor after she leaves muddy paw prints everywhere!
Embarrassing Photo
I had to take a picture of Koa with his pants under his onesie...looks like he is wearing a leotard! Silly Mommy!
More August Highlights
I started back to work after having 4 months off. It was a bitter sweet day. I am so thankful to have Katie here to babysit Koa, but it is still hard to leave him in the afternoon. I am also blessed to have a Principal who approved a job share for my friend, Deb, and me. She teaches in the morning and I teach the afternoons, so I only have to be at work from 12:30 to 4:30. I have two math classes and a science class that I teach this year. Loving my schedule!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Koa and Our Baby Get Together
Koa is becoming more and more vocal. He likes to carry on conversations with us. Joey captured a pretty good "conversation" the other day.
We had our first get together with the other families from our labor and delivery classes that included the dads. Scott and Becky were great and had us all over to their house for a cookout. Layla, Britton, Koa, and Gaine all seemed to have a great time playing on the play mat and looking at each other.
Koa went swimming--one of his favorite things to do.
And of course we had to line them all up for a picture! They were so cute sitting on the couch next to each other. I have a feeling this is going to be nearly impossible in a few months when they start becoming mobile!!!
We had our first get together with the other families from our labor and delivery classes that included the dads. Scott and Becky were great and had us all over to their house for a cookout. Layla, Britton, Koa, and Gaine all seemed to have a great time playing on the play mat and looking at each other.
Koa went swimming--one of his favorite things to do.
And of course we had to line them all up for a picture! They were so cute sitting on the couch next to each other. I have a feeling this is going to be nearly impossible in a few months when they start becoming mobile!!!
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