February- Some exciting stuff

February 15- 28, 2009

This month has been a lot of fun. Noah has grown a ton!! It feels like any day now he is going to climb out of his crib and start walking. We have had a visitor for most of the month. Flat Stanley is his name. He is part of a school project our friends child is doing. He has come to learn about the Swiss. With some beautiful weather on the weekends, we have gotten to enjoy some new places and show Stanley around.

About an hour from home, we went up into the mountains and visited some ski villages.

A view from the village, looking down into the valley

Being used to ski resorts in the States, sledding down the mountain came as a bit of a surprise. Looks like a blast!

The laughs are growing larger and larger and he is using his hands much more to grab things within reach

Noah and Mom really enjoy the Baby Einstein videos.

It's amazing it keeps his attention and every once in awhile he will let out a real big laugh. He really likes the dolphins swimming and jumping. We take that as a good sign!!

We all look forward to bath time every night

A true sign of how much he has grown. He was dwarfed by the snow suit in January. (check out the post in January, "Coming to America")

One of Noah and Mommy's favorite activities, Dancing!!

Heading to the grocery store for Saturday breakfast

Noah has moved from his bassinet to his crib this month. It has been hard getting him to sleep as well as he did in the bassinet, especially when people are flashing pictures, but he is doing good.

This is always a good sign of a sound nap. He will giggle and talk to himself until you come into the room. Then it's nothing but big laughs!!

Checking out the new decorations from Aunt Melissa

Going for a jog in the beautiful weather

Oh look, Flat Stanley came along


This was tons of fun. He was really interested in the ducks and the swan in the water. Then when he saw the gulls flying overhead, he let out a big squeal

Now for the grand finale!! While skyping with Grandma and Grandpa Price, Noah was showing off his tummy time skills. Like always, he soon tired and made it clear he wanted to go back to laying on his back. Maybe Mom's reaction time was slow, but he decided to do it himself!!! It was an awesome moment to share with the grandparents. So, before bath time, we tried for an encore and captured it on video.

What does Noah do everyday?

February 9, 2009

So, last night, my mother asked us what Noah does all day. While his social network isn't quite where he would like it to be (we blame the language barrier), he is working towards making new friends. His "induction" into daycare has begun. Which means that Noah and Daddy go to the center for an hour or so a few times a week to slowly introduce him to his new surroundings. In between those visits, Noah has found some activities at home that he really enjoys.

One of his new best friends, Mr. Crazy Monkey. When Mr. Crazy Monkey isn't flailing his arms and legs within inches of Noah's face and screeching like a, well......, monkey, they like to cuddle.

When they get bored of that, the neutral Swiss Cow and the Scottish Sheep (more Irish if you ask me) join the fun.

Reading is always a fun way to pass the time, especially when Noah laughs at the pictures. We try to laugh along with him, but have a difficult time finding the comedy of a white dog on a red background. Maybe it's Mommy's funny voices.

This was probably more fun for Daddy, as it was the first day Mommy left us alone for an extended time.

Day 2 of being left alone. Daddy called it a "Euro Spike"

Admiring all of his pictures on the wall

Swingin' the day away

Noah has finally come around to the idea of the Baby Bjorn. He can easily pass hours watching chores get done around the house

Although it was Daddy's song first, Mommy thinks "You're So Vain" might fit Noah better. After the admiration fades, he often gets stuck in the endless cycle of smiling at himself.

It's tiring work being this cute!!!

Tummy time, Dr. prescribed to help strengthen his neck, seemed like torture when we first started. But now he holds his head up like a champ.

Showing off his most favorite outfit..... for those who can't read it, Perfect (Just like my Dad)

Finally, the most fun thing in the world, kicking the noise making thingy! He can spend a long time on his activity gym, kicking his legs, throwing his arms around, and laughing at how fun it can be.

On to Maryland!!

January 15- 27, 2009

Noah's first visit to Maryland and we brought the cold from Cleveland!! He stayed plenty warm though, as he was held by all of his new family members as much as possible.

Gettin' some lovin' from Aunt Amanda

Showing off Noah's new clothes

All smiles the morning of the big party. People came from 7 different states to meet Noah for the first time. It is very touching to us to have such great friends.

Dan getting his hold on before the party

Rob and Noah enjoying a little dance

Mike and Jess looking pretty comfortable with a little one

Aaah, flirtin with the pretty ladies

Julia showing Rani how best to read books

Noah and his new BFF, having a screaming contest

The "Philly Girls"


Lacey admiring her new 2nd cousin

Aunt Linda and Noah enjoying a smile together

Noah got pretty spoiled with all of our visiting. Now, he thinks everyone wants to hold him.

Sorry for the interruption, boys....

Tuckered out with Mike

Good thing Grandma knows how to trim nails

Aunt CC putting Noah to sleep. Hint: the burp cloth goes under his mouth

Aunt Nicole teaching Noah how to say "cheese"

Grandma is so good at all of the hygiene activities

"Farting contest"

Jeanni and Eric showing us how it's done

More bonding of Noah and Jacob

Relaxing in the lounge at the airport after a busy 4 weeks