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Updates!

September 6, 2011

Updates, updates, updates.

On Wednesday of last week Maxwell went to the doctor for his 1 year check-up. Dr. Walley thinks he’s doing great! He even commented that his legs are long for his age and he might end up being quite tall. We’ll see! He’s now 30 inches tall (75th to 95th %), weighs 21 lbs, 11.5 oz (50th%) and has a head circumference of 19 1/4 inches (97thth %). Whoa, big noggin! No wonder some of those t-shirts are a little tough to get over his head! Must be those big brains…

Maxwell really didn’t like the doctor’s office from the moment I had to hand him over to the nurse to be weighed. I think we might be having a bit of separation anxiety! He was pretty pitiful after having to get weighed and measured…

But then cheered up a bit…

Until Dr. Walley wanted to poke on him…

It only went downhill from there. The 1 year checkup is pretty tough with all the shots. Maxwell actually got so upset after the shots that he threw up…all over me. Lovely. And that was before he had to go get his finger pricked. Drama. Thank goodness Robert had gone to the appointment with me. I needed backup! But, it’s all over now and we’re happy to have a good report from the doctor!

On Saturday Robert woke up Maxwell with the AL fight song blaring from his computer. Game Day! We had some business to take care of before watching the game though…the business of buying a new car! Fun! We headed out to the Jeep dealership where Robert made a deal…

Maxwell waited patiently…

and FIVE HOURS LATER, we had a new car!

I’m so excited! It was quite an adventure at the dealership though. We got out there bright and early on Saturday only to find out they were having this huge “Eliminator” used car sale which included 3 cars on sale for only $79. There was music blaring from a Hummer parked out front, tons of people looking for a deal, and it was a zoo. Or maybe a circus. Either way, it was crazy and literally took us 5 hours to get everything done. Maxwell was so good the entire time. Evidence…

and I think he’s super happy to have a new ride!

And, thankful to the DVR, Robert got home and got to watch the AL game in full. Roll Tide!

That’s all the updates for now! Tomorrow – updates from the first day of SCHOOL!

Party on!

September 1, 2011

After the cake smashing, the party continued with presents. Lots of sweet, awesome, generous presents from Maxwell’s sweet, awesome, generous family!

Robert and I got Maxwell this little push lawn mower…

and this is how Maxwell reacted when Dad told him he could now help him work in the yard…

Guess Robert might have to wait a little longer to get his yard helper!

I also got Maxwell this fun giant card…

that roared like an elephant when you opened it…

and apparently scared Maxwell to death.

Way to go, Momma. 2 for 2!

Other presents were a much bigger hit, like this ball bouncer…

Tickle Me Elmo…

and this fantastic personalized ~~chair~~ throne…

Fit for a prince! Maxwell’s favorite gift of the day though? That miniature red spatula in his mouth. It was a gift from GJ and Daddo and I don’t think he’s put it down since!

Maxwell thoroughly enjoyed the view from his throne…

and got a kick out of watching everyone else put his toys together for him!

By the end of the day, Maxwell had even mastered getting into his throne all by himself…

Oh so gracefully I might add! 🙂

Maxwell then got in some good snuggles with Aunt Jenny…

played, played and played some more with Katie and Anna…

and spent some quality time on Daddo’s lap.

Robert then kicked things up a notch and had some fun with the helium tank. Lemme tell ya, Robert talking like a chipmunk is HILARIOUS.

(Kids, don’t try that at home!)

Despite missing his afternoon nap and being surrounded by lots of activity, Maxwell was such a happy guy all afternoon. I couldn’t have imagined a better way to celebrate my sweet baby’s FIRST BIRTHDAY!

See you all tomorrow with the “official” 12 months photos! Have a great day!

Lawn boy

August 25, 2011

There are a few things that can truly capture Maxwell’s attention – Baby Noah, Sesame Street, his Truck Book. On Monday I discovered one more thing that mesmerized him…

What could it be?

Dad mowing the lawn. The best entertainment a 1 year old little boy could ask for!

He could have sat there all night.

He was probably dreaming of the day that he can get out there and help Dad…

I know that’s what Dad was thinking!

Birthday celebration

August 16, 2011

After our fun fry-eating Saturday, we drove down to Montgomery on Sunday to celebrate a couple of birthdays.

This little girl turned 4…

And this guy turned…more distinguished. 🙂

I only took my point and shoot camera so my apologies these aren’t the best photos. Sometimes I think my iphone takes better pics than my point and shoot!

Back to the day…

It was great to have all of the Brown kids and their spouses together.

Maxwell got to practice wearing a party hat. He’s all ready for his big upcoming birthday!

Jenny got in on the party hat wearing fun…

As did I…

Are we festive or what?! 🙂

Quality cousin time was had on the couch…and I still can’t believe we actually got this picture.

Candles were blown out, wishes were made, cake was eaten.

It was a fun day all around. Can’t wait for the next birthday celebration!! 14 days and counting!

Storytime

August 11, 2011

Maxwell is really interested in looking at books lately. He’ll actually sit still and let us read a whole (short) book to him. We usually make it through the story once before he wants to pick up the book and eat it. 🙂

Nighttime storytime with Dad…