Snackin'

What is your toddlers favorite snack?  I am on the search for some good snacks for a 1 year old.  In the beginning he was the best eater ever.  He would eat avocado, squash, zuccini, cauliflower, peas, carrots, and hummus to name a few.  Then in the last few weeks he has gone from trying everything and liking it to snubbing almost everything.  Applesauce is our go-to food right now, but we really want him to branch out.  So at each meal time we try a few different items, if he "says" no (with his crazy head turning) then we move on to apple sauce, which he eats until we stop giving it to him.  I am convinced he would eat an entire jar in one sitting (we don't try that though).  So we want to try some new things, any suggestions?

Clothes for my boy

As he lays in his crib, suppose to be napping, I search the internet quickly.  I have to do some shopping for clothes.  It is much easier, for me, to shop online when he is napping.  Otherwise, we have to fight the crowds, fight off a nap, or some other catastrophe.  I would just rather have the items I want shipped directly to my door!  Clothes at the local stores leave much to be desired when it comes to clothes for boys. I am always on the look out for something fun, new, and of course perfect for my boy.  Boys clothing can be fun to shop for when you know where to look, so skip the big box, and search the net.  Exchanges, and returns are just as easy (if not easier) online than in the store, for many of the reasons I listed for shopping online in the first place.  Also, the customer service levels of online retailers I have found to be far superior!  I know that I will have my babe's outfits mail to me in no time flat!

Bite or Fight?

Which is your camp when it comes to cutting baby nails?  I know that I spent a many a day trying with all my might to cut those razor sharp nails on a squirming babe.  No longer.  Our little badger, as we lovingly call our babe, has nails like, well a badger!  He not only unknowingly inflicts wounds on those around him, he makes his ears bleed with his crazy nails.  As I was driving home from the grocery store just the other day I knew that the badger had fallen asleep in the car seat and I would be able to transfer him gingerly into his crib.  When I went to the backseat to get him out he looked very peaceful and still and his fingers were in perfect position for a clipping!  I was not prepared that day, but yesterday I was cut all those little nails while he caught some zzzz's in his car seat.  Many of you probably have already figured that out, but for those who have not, take advantage of the car nap for an easy way to cut those nails!

Presents for the season

Oh the joys of Christmas! We had a great time celebrating down with all our family in Central Florida. Though Lincoln is a little small to open presents, there were enough to last him the entire year. He got to "open" his JellyCat animals and snuggle up with the soft plush toys. Those toys are so soft and cute, I would like the entire collection! My present was just as soft. I got a barefoot dreams throw, and bathrobe. The luxurious soft fabric can take you away even in the most hectic moments.
One thing I will get after the holiday season is the Appaman Vintage football tee with the crazy monkey on the front. It is too cute, and a must have in any little boys wardrobe!

Right on Time

Our new addition to the family came right on time. December 9th, 2009!
Check out my new blog for the little guy Thinkin' about Lincoln.
There will be many pictures to come, so I decided that a seperate blog would be most appropriate.

Enjoy! Have a wonderful weekend.

Cloth Diapers

I just got my shipment of Gro-Baby diapers. I still have a month or so until baby arrives, but I just could not resist the cute new colors that they are offering. I am also excited that I won't be spending thousands of dollars on diapers for the next few years. The fact that our family is not throwing a ton more diapers in to the land fill is also an added benefit.
Check out this video that I found about Gro-Baby diapers, who know maybe they will be a solution that will work to lighten your diapering budget too!

Clean Slate

Here we are starting a new adventure. It is time to decorate the nursery for a baby boy. We are starting with a clean slate, and with a few gallons of paint (no VOC paint of course) and some free furniture we will see what we can do. A co-worker gave us, yes, gave us some great things for the nursery including a crib, dresser/changing table, clothes, and other goodies. This is what we are starting with, and when we progress I will drop in a few new pictures.
The adventure begins here.

Project finished

I just finished this cute little boys quilt for a friend. She is going to a shower soon, and this boy quilt will make a cute present. I wanted to try out those little fabric blocks, so I cut out some matching fabric from the quilt, and whipped one up! I will pop them both in the mail today! I hope they like it.

Shopping for a boy

Now we know that we will be having a little boy come December. I have been looking for some cute little outfits. I found this cute appaman onsie with a funny little monkey on it. It will be perfect for summer and year round here in Florida. I love the navy monkey on the blue cotton fabric. How cute. Of course, I can't buy everything I see. I am sure babies grow so quickly that they hardly have time to wear all the designer baby clothes you have for them. They won't grow out of these stuffed animals that fast. One or two special toys would be okay to indulge in. Something soft, and cuddly. I am partial to the jellycat. There are some new designs, too. I found Cordy Roy Alligator, and the Cordy Roy Aardvark. Maybe I will get one for me and one for a friend. I have a few friends that are all expecting within the year. I think Jellycat makes a great gift.
While I am out shopping I might as well get a little something for myself. There is an adult bathrobe by Barefoot dreams that looks fantastic. The fabric looks so soft, and it is machine washable! That is a great benefit. I think they would be perfect for a cover up when we get out of the pool on the cool evenings!

I am going to be on the lookout for more fun items. If you know any items for the little ones that are a must have send me a comment!