Caden's trip to Iowa

Many of your know that Caden made his first trek to Iowa over the weekend. He met all of the relatives and was really worn out but had a great time. I think his Great Grandma was really excited to see him and really bummed to see him go. Here are some collages of his trip.

A pumpkin patch collage

I just realized I didn't post any photos from the Pumpkin patch.

We went to the patch over by Christi's house after a long day at work. He was exhausted, but was still a great sport. Luckily I had a bag of cheerios in the car. He play for about 30 minutes. We got a lot of good photos. All in all a successful first pumpkin patch shoot. Next year will be 100 times harder I'm sure. I'm anticipating the hat will not fly next year. :)

But thought you guys might enjoy the photos.

10 months next week

10months, originally uploaded by karapowellphoto.

Hard to believe but Caden will be 10 months next week. Scary. He is not a little blob anymore. He is very much a big boy!

Here are somethings that he can do on his own:
- walk
- blow kisses
- feed himself
- put himself to bed
- and love on his mommy!

I know I might be a little biased but I think he is the best little boy in the whole wide world! Happy 10 months little sweet pea.

And he's off!

Ok, I have no proof, only witnesses. But... My little boy is walking!

Consistently only 2-4 steps. But every once and awhile when he is focused he will take up to 6 or 7 steps. I'm such a sappy mom, I still cry almost every time! I am still not sure where my little blob that I brought home from the hospital went. He seems to go instantly from blob to walking.

I'm hoping to have some pictures soon! Just hard to do by myself. Since daddy is in London and Australia for 3+ weeks. Lucky him.

Anyway, yippee! From now on, I will be chasing...

My Birthday Wish

For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a mom. A feeling that a lot of women want to have, and get to have. A feeling that some women, unfortunately never get to have. I was afraid that I would be one of those women, dealing with infertility for over 5 years. But this year for my 32nd birthday, I spent it with my beautiful little boy. He is such a miracle for me and I really couldn't have asked for a better birthday. He even let me sneak one, perfect photo of him on my birthday in his pjs. You can't get much cuter than this. So even though this birthday was spent alone and eating Spaghettio's, I did get to spend an hour playing with my miracle, whom I worked very hard to get. I do thank God very much for the privilege. So happy birthday to me!

Caden turns 9 months

Today was Caden's 9 month birthday and Haylee's 6 year old birthday party. So here is a photo of Haylee, Tre, Caden and Brayden (the little boy that Chris watches everyday). Everyone is growing up too fast!

Greek Festival 2009

Last weekend, our favorite festival of the year was on. The Greek festival! And this year, we got to take Caden. So he got to experience his first gyro, first honey ball and first greek cultural dance. He loved the food and had a good time. And Chris and I always have a good time.

Brushin', brushin', brushin!

So I'm behind on blogging Caden. Last week, we started brushing! Now that Caden has 4 official teeth, I thought it was time. So... the big news is, he loves it! It is the highlight of his day. Not sure if it is the taste of the toothpaste or the feeling of the tooth brush, but he loves it. Here is a couple of pictures of the from the very first time.

Caden 9 months

Caden 9 months, originally uploaded by karapowellphoto.

Oh, I could just eat him up! We took this on Sunday and I just love his expression. Thought you would enjoy it.

Caden found the stairs

This past weekend Caden found the stairs and he didn't just find one or two stairs. He found the whole flight. Several times!!!!

The story goes that he saw Ritty run up the stairs after Chris. And then he saw Chris. And of course Chris egged him on. So he took off or up after him. Once he started he didn't stop or look back. Up all the way he went. And he loved being so high!

And now of course that is all he wants to do. Here are some picts.

My 8 month old Monkey!

Well, it is official. Caden turned 8 months today. I tear up when I think about it. My gosh, it seems like yesterday when I think back to holding that little bundle. He barley moved and I had to wake him up to eat. Now he never sits still and won't stop eating.

Some new occurrences with Caden:

• 2 new teeth
• he found his right thumb, for sucking (great, not thrilled with that)
• he is riding in his big boy car seat
• he crawls, stands up, pulls up and jumps around constantly
• very, very close to walking
• sings, talks and screams at the most importune times
• loves to eat, especially sweet potatoes and cheerios
  

Favorite past time - baths and throwing things!

Here are some photos from this past weekend. They aren't great, but I did the best I could with just me and my boy! Enjoy!