Life Changing Events...

We had two life changing events yesterday and today...

One... Oscar has officially moved to a big boy bed. More like we took down the front rail of his crib and put up the guard rail. But he loves it! He now gets in and out all on his own and he doesn't feel trapped. We put him to bed tonight and he climbed right in the bed, put his head on the pillow and went to sleep. I think I panicked more than he did. I couldn't believe it went so well. I know not all nights will be like this one but for now I'm enjoying it.

Two... I finally broke down and bought maternity jeans. This would be the first time I have ever purchased maternity clothes (minus one belly band that I used Oscar's entire pregnancy and this one till now). I think it was the best purchase I have ever made. They are the most comfortable things in the world. My life forever more will be changed. It's only been two days since the purchase but I already have a more positive outlook on life and pregnancy... Maybe I can do this again in the future. I have yet to buy shirts or skirts or anything else but I fear those days will be short lived.

Oscar's Faces

Oscar does some really funny faces and I can never get them on camera but one night he went crazy and we happen to have the camera on and ready at the right time. Here's were some that we got.







Also, Oscar is known for one thing and that is the EVIL EYE. He started doing this look and so we titled it that. We have never caught it on camera oddly enough but Grandpa Anderson did and I think it was the best one yet. Also, this is the look he gives to everyone we pass at the grocery store it gets sort of embarrassing but I still think it's funny.

Summer Part Two

We arrived in Salt Lake and lived with my Aunt Nan for the next three weeks. During those three weeks we started off with visiting Christian’s brother Peter and their wonderful family. We met our nephew Calvin for the first time. I’ve forgotten how little they are… it made me excited for mine to come. Then that first weekend we went to the Zoo with my parents. I don’t think Oscar cares much for animals. He would take one look and be ready to move on. My mom took him on the carousel over and over again and he would have stayed on that the whole time if he could have. We also visited Temple Square and toured the Conference building. The following weekend Christian’s family came up and stayed for the week. While they were here we enjoyed Calvin’s baby blessing, the Museum of Natural History, Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum, a concert at Snow Bird, the Zoo again (Oscar still had no interest) and the Farmer’s Market. Not to mention many nights of just being with family. We left Salt Lake at the end of that week to be to my brother’s farewell that Sunday. We spent that next week in St. George with all the family again to say our goodbyes. Christian left a few days before me to make it back in time to pick me up from the airport. My parents took me to the airport in Vegas and if I never fly again especially with kids then I would be a happy person. Let’s just say the lady sitting in front of me loudly announced my child was beating her and she would like to move seats then the guy sitting next to me tried to move seats but was not allowed to because of plane complications so he decided to get really really drunk. I was actually relieved once he was drunk because he was way friendlier and nice to me. Those were the highlights… It just never seems to turn out well for me. We made it safely home and enjoyed one week together as a family before Christian began school. School is now in progress and I do miss Christian not being able to be home but it’s nice to be in my own home and back on a schedule. Also, Oscar’s new favorite movie is Finding Nemo. All day long all he does is say ‘Nemo Nemo’ in this high pitched voice. He will also throw in ‘Dude’ (that’s what he thinks all turtles are called) and when shark bait (Nemo) is being initiated into the tankhood all the fish do a little chant so to speak and Oscar knows it all. It’s pretty funny but I admit I am getting tired hearing it. Also, Oscar had his doctor appointment when we got back and he weights 33.6 lbs (98%) and is 35 inches tall (95%). Oddly enough there is not an ounce of fat on this kid… no wonder I was having contractions from lifting him too much. Enjoy some more pics!



I think we wore him out. One of the few times that has ever happened.



I think he will be a wonderful big brother!