Farewell Sanzi's!

Last night we spent a couple of hours with our good friends, Adam and Shanelle. They are moving to Austin (seems to be the place to go!) this week and Blair & Ricci invited us all to their home to say goodbye. We couldn't stay too long because Chase has been working on 2 new teeth (the 2nd came in this morning...yeah!) so he was VERY cranky. We will miss you Adam & Shanelle....see ya'll in Austin!

Did I mention cranky?!

Really. He did not care to show off the new teeth!

Shortly after the Sanzi's move...we will be losing Kyle & Theresa to Austin too :(. Congratulations to you all on your exciting new jobs and moves!

Case Study:

Progression of a cranky child's approach to sleep

And The Beat Goes On?

My dad sent me this video of Chase minding his own business with his "thinking chair." As soon as he hears Jungle Book, an involuntary reaction occurs...I don't think he is able to control his booty shake :).

Catching Up!

Wow....I never can believe how fast time flies and it simply is not slowing down. I really feel like I need a pause button to stop and enjoy a little bit of the life that is passing by. It feels like only yesterday I was celebrating the First Christmas - one that included Chase as a part of our family.

This year I was lacking a bit in the holiday spirit department but luckily next year I will have Chase to remind me of Santa and gifts and gifts and gifts and...oh...wait...I think I should stop and enjoy the fact that this is probably the last Christmas that I will have where lacking holiday spirit is ok and Chase does not care. Because I have a feeling that in 2010, Chase will be a bit more aware of Santa and the impossible task of delivering millions of gifts to deserving little boys and girls in one single night. Here's to a Happy 2010 filled with joy, prosperity, and Holiday Spirit!

PS I have yet again broken/lost/destroyed my camera. Thanks to my mom for providing her camera for my use. Photos will be a bit scarce until I get my camera back from repair!

Holiday date night...taking advantage of the live in babysitter (my mom was visiting from Oregon!)

Intrigued by the presents would be putting it mildly. Chase had his way with decorating and undecorating the tree all December long!Such the engineer....he loves all of his new "thinking" toys! Hey guys - I think I'm missing some sand! Ummmm...I feel a little Royal Tenenbaum in this picture!

Chase's first Tricycle - Can we say that he is one happy kid?! And we like the clutch, handle, brakes...and all the other features that this super cool bike offers - thanks Grandpa & Grandma!

Chase's "thinking" chair.

Chase got to spend time with his Uncle Bill from Wisconsin...

And of course hanging with Nana - such a fun 2 weeks with her! (well, fun two weeks for Chase....I worked her to death, thanks for all of your help!)

Go Rebels!

Last week Chase got his very first UNLV basketball game experience! It was a 7 o'clock game so I was worried about timing as this is his normal bedtime (and believe me, he LOVES his bedtime)! However, he was a total trooper and totally enjoyed himself (and the Rebel Dance Team) until about 5 minutes were left on the clock. I think he definitely has the Rebel Spirit!

My camera is broken (and at the repair shop) so I will be relying on photos from others to keep the updates coming. This one is courtesy of John's cell phone - Thank you!

Big Kids Night Out

Last night we had the opportunity to leave Chase at home (thanks Grandma Iris!) and head over to the new Aria hotel/casino at City Center for their final night of play days before they open today. A huge thank you to Anthony for hooking us up with an amazing dinner at Jean Georges - arguably the best filet I have ever had.