Ten Months

Wow!!! This time last year we were putting the crib together and getting Gage's room ready for his arrival. Infact, we hadn't even decided for sure what his name was going to be. We were calling him "Leo" in the interim. If someone knows how to slow down time PLEASE let me know, this little guy is growing up too fast!!!!!
Some of Gage's favorites this month:

 Trains; especially when he can push them around and around

 Of course nothing tops playing with trains like having your trusted spatula with you!

A puzzle with sounds! I got this at a rummage and Gage loves it

Walking; with a little assistance of course! Gage loves to walk -- whether it's with a push along toy or us holding his hands and guiding him

 Yes, cooking utensils are still making the list :)

Coloring/Drawing: I should have put this picture towards the top because coloring is a top priority for Gage right now

Gage likes to load his toys up in things and then push them around: Take three for the spatula in hand! :)

 Gage loves to help mom in the kitchen, especially if he gets to help unload the utensils

 Gage is adjusting to table food very quickly and is loving it. Infact, when Rob and I eat, if we don't share, Gage will let out a few squeals to let you know you are not getting away without sharing.

 Things Gage is not fond of:

 Gage doesn't like it when daddy goes outside without him

 He doesn't like to sit when taking baths

Being in a room without mom or dad. If we leave the room he is quick to crawl right behind us.

 You will feel a tug on your leg

 And as you look down you will see little baby boy reach up for you

Teddy

Teddy and Gage have become best buds! Gage loves to have Teddy around, and he HAS to have Teddy to sleep. Grandpa got Teddy for Gage for Valentines Day and Gage wasn't too sure of Teddy back then, crazy how things have changed. I definitely think we need to have "back up" Teddy's just in case we forget one or for the times when Teddy needs to be put through the wash!! :)

This is a flash back picture of what Gage first thought of Teddy!

More Days Like These

I had a few clients cancel one day a few weeks ago so I got to spend an extra day with Gage. It was a fun and laid back day. I want/wish/need more of these days!!!! Here are some snapshots of our extra day together.

We started out the day playing with the Leap Frog table (and of course the beloved spatula was in hand)

 Then we moved on to playing at one of Gage's favorite spots; the steps that lead into the kitchen

 Gage loves to play with his cooking utensils while on the steps

Gage's second favorite thing to do: Climb the stairs!

Once Gage almost reached the top, he would always look back to make sure I was right behind him (and of course I was directly behind him the entire way up!)

Gage would get to the top, smile and laugh and then look at me so I could carry him down and we could start all over again! I think we went up and down about twelve times :)

After all that work he was ready for a juice break

One of mine and Gage's most cherished summer activities is going to Rob's softball games. Gage LOVES to look at people so it was hard trying to get a picture of him looking at the camera.

Rob had a great hit (Rob is in the teal, running to first base)

Daddy and Gage after the game.

This picture is one of my all time favorites so far!!! I put this one in Gage's room

We ended the night with a little more play time right before bed.  

The tongue: Yes this is a trait Gage got from mommy. Every time I concentrate, I subconsciously stick my tongue out. Looks like I passed on this lovely trait to Gage!

 This picture makes us smile