Grandma is back

Well Grandpa returned to Connecticut and Grandma has arrived in Spokane to help. She has been a great help. Last weekend we went to a ceramics store where Caitlin was able to paint the pieces. We had high hopes for the day, but Caitlin had other ideas. It was a lot of fun and we will see how the pieces look tomorrow.

Help from Grandpa

Grandpa flew into town this week to help us out. He has been a great help with all the cooking and dish washing. He also took care of Caitlin while we had a three hour ultrasound appointment. Writing of which, the baby appears to be doing well. Kim is also doing much better. She now only requires two naps a day in addition to her 10 hours at night and one liter of IV fluids. Caitlin was a little under the weather on Saturday, but she was back to her normal self today.

A big sister

Caitlin will have a little brother or sister(sorry for the earlier statement) in mid May. We are very excited. Sadly, however Kim is not feeling well as she is suffering from hyperemesis. She has been getting daily IV fluids to help the dehydration and fatigue. Fortunately, Grandma Gizmo came here to help us out for a week. Grandpa is scheduled to arrive tomorrow for more help.

Halloween

Our Halloween week was very fun. We had a party at Gymbore on Thrusday and spent Saturday night and the Beans. Caitlin enjoyed her costumes and even kept them on for most of the evenings.

Going for a ride

Sadly Caitlin has been sick for part of the past week. She has had a slight fever, ate less, and cried more. However, she seems to be recovering nicely. Mom and Dad are still healthy, knock on wood. Here is a video of Caitlin going for a ride.

Pumpkin Picking

We spent today with Rowan and his parents Nick and Jami at the pumpkin patch. Caitlin helped pick out a few pumpkins, but enjoyed her time in the hay box the most. Although, she is apparently getting tired of all the paparazzi.

Attacking Elmo

Here is a little glimpse of the energy that Caitlin displays. I feel a bit sorry for the Elmo ballon.

Toddling

Caitlin has yet to master walking. However, she has begun to move around with the use of Pooh birthday present.

More birthday pictures

Here are a few more birthday photos.

Hello Grandma and Grandpa

Grandma and Grandpa flew into town to celebrate Caitlin's first birthday. We had a great time in the few days we were able to share. The birthday party was wonderful and the celebration has continued well past her birthday, but what can you expect from a daughter of Kim. Hopefully we will find some time to read the blog and review the past year. It is amazing that a year ago Caitlin was just born.

Bye Bye Grandma and Papa Gizmo.

We had a wonderful time with Grandma and Papa Gizmo. Everyday seemed to be filled with laughter and love. Caitlin loved having an excuse to try some cake before her official birthday. She loves playing with Abby in the the learninghome she received from Grandma and Papa. Oddly enough, she also likes the Count from Sesame street.

Oatmeal

Caitlin had some extra fun with the grandparents in town. She enjoyed eating oatmeal with her hands. She also seems to like playing with toilet paper. We are excited about when she might learn to use it. On that note, Caitlin hides under the table or behind the chair when she needs to poop.

Day Care Help

We are back at work. We certainly miss summer and the opportunities it provided, especially the time with family. Fortunately our day care provided took a vacation, giving us the need for Grandma and Papa Gizmo to visit. We had a wonderful time over the past week. Caitlin very much enjoyed every morning when Grandma would come up the stairs. She also loved playing ball on the stairs with Papa Gizmo.

Back in town

Well we have been back at home for two weeks now. We have returned to many of our old routines including Gymboree class, Mobius the children's museum, and trips to the park. We look forward to a wonderful month with visits from both sets of grandparents and a first birthday celebration. However, there are few pictures left from our Connecticut vacation and trip to New York City that we would like to post.

Caitlin and Omi

Although it may have taken a little while, Caitlin became quite fond of Omi. Caitlin enjoyed hide and seek, swinging, playing, and cuddling. They had a great time with each others company. We also appreciated the time we were able to spend with Omi, but were happiest to watch Caitlin get to know her great grand mother.

College Friends

We had a wonderful visit in New Jersey with our friends. Caitlin enjoyed playing with all the kids where for once she was not the youngest. Kim and I had a wonderful time reuniting with such good friends. We look forward to seeing everyone again, hopefully sooner than later.

Off to the Atlantic

Caitlin visited both the Pacific and the Atlantic this summer. We made the drive to the coast of Rhode Island, but Caitlin slept through almost all of the drive. We were able to spend time with Jen, Lee and Jen's family. It was a very fun day at the beach. Caitlin ate sand and wanted my Coke Zero. She enjoyed watching the Ocean bury her legs under water. The party was great with plenty of food, of which I ate too much. We wish Jen and Lee the best, and look forward to the wedding next summer.