Cutting the Curls

Tomorrow marks a big day in history- Christopher's first haircut. I'm very interested to see how the little man handles this. But his hair is starting to be as crazy as his Dad's- so the time has come. Say goodbye to this crazy mane:

When Life Gives You Lemons

Eat them and make hilarious faces.

Top of the Inheritance List

Willy is no fool. He knows that he has 5 other grandkids (soon to be 6 when baby Stiff arrives) to compete with for the Britt inheritance. In order to secure that top spot, Christopher has been sucking up to his grandparents- with a big focus on Grandpa. They nap together, take walks together, discuss politics together, and sip beer poolside together. Basically Christopher does what those other fools/kids won't. The Mustang is all yours bud! Now only 15 years until you get your license.

The Britt Family Vacay

We got back yesterday from an awesome vacation with all of my peeps.  We spent the week living it up on the beach in Destin, FL.  Thank you to Grandpa & Grandma Britt for everything.  We had an amazing time and cannot wait to do it again next year (hint hint my vacation renews in June). 

 

Reesey and Christopher pretty much annoyed each other the entire time.  But there were a few moments of peace (in between bites.  "That baby bites" may have been said more than once by Reese.

Christopher may be plotting his next bite here.

It's a miracle!  Or a bribe.  Whatever works.
 

Dancing or wrestling??  We may never know.



I fall more in love with this face every day.

It took a few days for Christopher to find the joy that is the sand and the ocean.  The first several attempts looked like this.  Our last night there he loved it and was trying to swim on his own.  Next year he will be surfing (remember- vacation available starting June, 2013).

I love this attempt at a cousins photo.  Ryan picking her feet and Christopher mid-melt down are my faves.

This was the best that we could get for a pic with Grandma, Grandpa and all the babes.  It was impossible to get everyone to cooperate (I'm looking at you Reese).

Get rid of those Stiff girls and it gets a little easier (but not cuter).

 

Our family photo.  The wind was a bit strong- so please pardon the mess on top of Bo's head.

 

 

 



We can get used to this!!

15-Month Stats

Christopher had a 15-month doctor visit this week to get a couple more vaccinations.  The little man took those shots like a champ!  Not only was he a trooper with the shots, he also performed all of his "tricks" for the doctor to see- pointing, clapping, waving bye-bye and saying baby.  Luckily he does not cave under pressure, so that PGA career we have planned for him is totally possible!

Here's the update on the nugget's stats at 15-months old:

            -Height- 32.5 inches (88th percentile)

            -Weight- 22.25 lbs (17th percentile)

            -Head circumference- don't remember but 95th or 96th percentile

Likes:

            -All things fruit- grapes and peaches make up 80% of his diet (maybe this has something to do with the 17th percentile)

           -Mac & cheese- this accounts for the remaining 20% of his diet- if he could have mac & cheese for lunch and dinner every day- he would absolutely do it with no complaints

           -Sitting forward in the car seat- we made the turn around because his legs are so long and it was too cramped facing backwards.  This opened up a whole new world to the little man. 

          -Semis, motorcycles, loud cars- now that he has a better view out the window- he loves to see loud vehicles on the road.  If the PGA plan fails, truck driving is always a back-up.

          -Playing with other kids- when we see another little peep (whether we know them or not)- Christopher wants to play with them immediately.  One of his favorite peeps to chill with is his BFF Michael.    

       

Hopefully we do not see this repeated in 20 years

        -Shoes- we have stumbled upon a new fascination with shoes.  Men's or women's, kid's or adult's, it doesn't matter.  The dude loves taking shoes on and off his feet, as well as having others take shoes on and off.  So if the PGA and truck driving dreams fall through, he can channel his inner Al Bundy and become a shoe salesman.  Dream big mom.

This outfit was not approved by mom.  It was a result of a 15-month old feeding himself mac and cheese.

-"Talking" on the phone- once he gets his little paws on a phone- watch out.  He will tell you about his day, daba daba daba you, or hang up on you.  

Please note the too big pajamas that he insisted on (since they have Elmo).  And the too-small flip flops.  The shoe obsession does not discriminate on size.



Dislikes: 

     -Staying indoors- the man likes to be outdoors- can't nobody keep him locked up.  And if you dare try, then I hope you have some ear plugs because he will let you know.

     -Gaining weight- apparently he is watching his figure (it is bathing suit season afterall). I've been trying to get him to pack on the pounds- and in 3 months he gained 2.5 ounces.  Success??  I think not.

     -Getting his diaper changed.  The dude has a packed social calendar, so spending 2 minutes getting a change really cramps his style.

     -The Kardashian's- any time mom wants to catch up on a little smutty tv- my little man either changes the channel or turns off the tv entirely. 

     -Reesey!  Reesey is definitely more enemy than friend these days.  Put two strong-minded, crazy biters in a room together- and bad things can happen.   

Sunday Funday

The Nugget and I spent a lovely little Sunday afternoon at the park while daddy golfed/nursed a hangover.  I just learned about this adorable place and had to check it out.  This is quite possibly the best park ever; there was so much to see and do, it was clean and not crowded.  Christopher loved every minute of it. 

He took off running the second I put him down

Little does he know this isn't a real bank...sucker.

Chillaxin in the big boy swing

Checking out the choo-choo

He was obsessed with all the cars

Confident enough in his masculinity to drive the pink fire truck



Look Mom- no feet!



The House that Jacque Built!!!!



He has no fear of the slide!



Laughing at the kids that are scared to go down



Not too sure what you're supposed to do at the ball wall



Apparently we need to add a tunnel to our house for hours of fun



New School

Christopher started at a new school last week. The first week was a little rough to say the least (my heart broke every time he cried when we left). But week 2 came along and the little man hasn't looked back. He has a couple new best friends (one of which is a flirty little lady that better watch her back). And I learned that he is a sympathy crier. If one of his peeps is upset, he cries too. Sensitive little nugget.



How cute is this sign?





First Report Card





Just hanging around



First one at school



Sunday Afternoon in the Park

Two of Christopher's favorite things are being outside and animal crackers. So if you can combine the two- it's basically Christmas in August. The little man refused to put down his animal cracker bowl while at the park, which made for some interesting maneuvering. But bless his stubborn heart, he kept those damn crackers the whole time and played on everything he wanted!

Taking Care of Business

The Nugget has a lot of important business to tend to. Blackberry required. Clothing optional.

Fun at the Park

Christopher and I spent our last day in the Lou hanging out at the park with Grandma and Grandpa. The Nugget loves being outside, so this was his idea of the perfect day! No matter what bad thing happens to this kid (ie. lost milk, no more mac and cheese, or Sesame Street ends), all can be made right in the world by going outside.