Bring on the (great) aunts & uncles

We were so fortunate to have several of the Wilson and Reed family grace us with their presence this month. Harrison truly enjoyed spending time with Aunt Patty, Uncle Rob, Aunt Donna and Uncle Dave.

Cozy with Great Uncle Rob

Coffee time with Great Aunt Patty

Smiling with Great Uncle Dave

... and some other shots from the week:

Enjoying Spring on the deck with Grandad

With Giraffe & Blue

Max and Harrison in sync

Loving my new rocking chair

Rollin'

Big, curious eyes scan the room seeking to meet another pair of peepers....and when they do, Harrison's face lights up into a smile or giggle (especially if the dogs are near). He is getting stronger with each passing day, and now loves rolling over onto his belly and checking out the new view afforded by his half push-up position.

Harrison is drooling non-stop and chewing on everything in sight...from his blanket,

to his Baby Bjorn,and hoping if he sucks long enough, this yellow yarn tomato will turn into the real thing.

He is fascinated by all that life has to offer and loves reaching out to touch and grasp all of the new, magical items.

He will soon be surfing the half pipe thanks to some training from Andy and a very patient Blue,

and is also developing some roping and riding skills (again courtesy of Blue & Max)

Dogmalates

This week Harrison and I went to our first Mamalates class (www.mamalates.com) ... basically pilates with your little one in tow. I had a wonderful time stretching out, Harrison giggled through the entire class, and we met a few other wonderful babes.

While practicing some new moves at home, Max decided he wanted to change the name from mamalates to dogmalates...see photo below. He was so intrigued by Harrison's laughter and my downward dogs that he had to join in.

Harrison at 4 months...

People tell us they grow up so fast...and it couldn't be more true. Seeing our friend's beautiful newborn this week (Ava Jane McMahon) reminded me of a much smaller Harrison just months ago and I am amazed at how quickly he is moving from infant to little boy.

Harrison has officially moved into his own room and is enjoying sleeping (or playing while he should be sleeping) in his cozy crib, talking to the paintings on the wall, and orchestrating a new playgroup of stuffed animals and toys.

Our little guy now loves sitting upright in his Bumbo chair and chewing on everything within reach (his favorite partner in crime is Sophie the giraffe).

He is also rather fond of standing...


...and is in training to be a French sommelier, saying things such as "ahhh, I just love the floral bouquet on this Cabernet".

He loves spending time with his family,

is learning much from his wise dog friends and guardians,

and is practicing some moves from Muhammad Ali - float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.

2010...The New Year in Bend

We were fortunate to spend the first few weeks of the New Year in beautiful Bend, Oregon. Harrison loves Eastern Oregon and enjoyed our hikes, snowshoe adventures, walks into town, visiting with friends, and spending quality time with extended family.

Perfectly content cuddling up with Dad in my new aviator hat

A rainy hike up to Tumalo Falls with the family...luckily this stylish Delta Gamma umbrella came through to keep Andy & Harrison dry

Harrison has a great gift of making anyone sleepy. He is working his magic on Gigi above.

Nap time with Dad

I love this self portrait documenting Harrison's first ride in his Moby wrap facing outwards. He spent the next 5 minutes giggling uncontrollably at himself in the mirror.

A few poses in my Amelia Earhart hat...

Harrison was able to spend some quality time with his friend Ethan while in Bend: going for long walks together in the park, discussing current events (in their native tongue), and here, working on gross motor skill development.

Riding in style...the Chariot made its maiden voyage on the banks of the Deschuttes river. This truly is an incredible piece of gear. Harrison would like to thank all of those who made his dream chariot into a reality.

Overdressed? Never.

Harrison's First Girlfriend

We finally made our way up to Hood River this week and visited our dear friend Stef and her family. Harrison was so excited to meet her adorable girls, Sequoia and Willow.

Love at first sight - Sequoia & Harrison

hhhmmmm... on second thought I'm too young for this - I'm way more interested in my hands

Why do our parents make us pose like this?
Stef & Willow

December to Remember

Family: Self Portraits December 7, 2009

This month flew by in the whirlwind of the holidays, but we so enjoyed a few more firsts: First celebration of Dad's birthday, Christmas and New Years Eve. Harrison spent days in fascination over the Christmas tree lights, his smiles turned into outbursts of laughter and the dogs found their kicks getting into dirty diapers (we have now invested in a closed lid garbage can).

I love my DUCKS


My favorite blanket December 4


My new favorite blanket December 30

Gigi & I

Monkeying around with Mom

Ring my bell...Harrison on Christmas morning

The best gift of all

Exhausted Andy asleep in the Jungle on Christmas evening

Yes Virginia...Dogs do love diapers