Days With Dylan

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Showing Her The Ropes

We visited our neighbor Stacey and her baby Anna this week. Anna has a toy that Dylan owns, so he taught her a few tricks of the trade. I think a little flirting went on too, along the way.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Ok, so I dove into this blogging thing 20 months ago with very little time on my hands to figure out how to actually do stuff. Like post a video. Yeah, I know - easy as pie, but I just never took time to look into it. So, now that I have that figured out, I will be sharing some of our favorite videos with you, past and present.

Some of them get a little long, so know that you can probably get the picture within 20 seconds. (Grandma and Nana will probably be the only ones who want to watch the whole thing.) Also, even I think my voice sounds annoying. So just try and get past that, and happy viewing! -Kim

Where's Dylan?

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

Dylan can hum "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"! Check it out, it's my voice you hear at first, getting him going. But then it's him!

Indoor Scenes

Our babysitter Sarah brought over a puppet on Tuesday. Dylan was excited and scared at the same time.

Climbing at Bubbles Academy.

Most recent bath pics. I always think he looks like a handsome little man after a bath, with his hair combed over. :)

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Outdoor Scenes

Stealing someone's tricycle.

Joining the baby mob scene playing with leaves.

Playing in the train at the brand new park in our neighborhood!

Sunday, October 4, 2009

Welcome, Nathan Thomas Shanks!!

My sister Nicole and her husband Craig had their baby yesterday!!! Labor and delivery went smoothly, praise God! Nathan Thomas Shanks was born at 11:44 a.m. and weighed 6 lbs. 11 oz. I get to fly to Seattle to meet my new nephew in a month.

Also, a shout-out to Brian and Katie Bridges, who had their son Will the day before! And congrats to Anthony and Katia with the birth of their daughter Fay. Kristin, you are next! It's raining babies around here. :)

Saturday, October 3, 2009

Stuck Indoors

A rainy afternoon and evening changed our walk/park plans. Dylan was so "done" with his toys for the day, so we moved the coffee table towards the couch to create a platform for Dylan. Such a small move, but he couldn't get enough of his new walking space.

Winter Wardrobe

We resigned ourselves to the fact that Chicago is not getting an Indian summer this year, and broke out our fall/winter wardrobe this week. This is the first day D wore his winter coat. He couldn't move. Except to yawn.

Getting out a new batch of clothes for Dylan is always filled with mixed emotions for me. I love pulling out the new "wardrobe" each time, but fold up each item he's outgrown with a little pang in my heart. Sad that he longer fits in what he used to, and that he's growing up so fast.

Hobbitland

A fabulous new indoor play area opened up in Wicker Park called Hobbitland. Dylan and I checked it out on Friday. We're getting geared up with plenty of indoor activity ideas for winter!

The Boss

Bruce Springsteen played through his whole "Born to Run" album for a few select cities. Chicago was one of them, so Marc and his buddy Tom jumped on that and headed down to the concert. Marc dug out his old "Born to Run" t-shirt from years ago.

Visiting Daddy's Work

We went to look at homes in the Orland Park area last Saturday, and stopped by Town and Country's offices along the way for Marc's coworkers to meet Dylan.

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes

One of the things Daddy and Dylan do is "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes." The puppy in the background sings it, and they do the actions along with it. Dylan loves it.

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Ryan's Trip

My brother Ryan made a last minute trip to Chicago for the Bears-Steelers game. (Ryan's a huge Steelers fan.) Marc's Dad Russ had tickets to the game, so the two of them went together.

Russ and Ryan at the game.

Pre-game shot - Ryan and Dylan in their Steelers gear.

Out in Wrigleyville Saturday night. We had dinner and went to improv - one of my favorite things!

Downtown earlier in the day.

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Going For It

We bumped into our friends Jay and Mollie, and their little girl Elle at the park last weekend. Elle just turned one, and loves to go down the slide headfirst. I was cracking up. Her romper showing off her cute, chubby thighs topped "the scene" off.

My friend Jamie told me that she'd give her son an apple and it would entertain him for an hour long car ride. I thought I'd try the same with Dylan, assuming he'd just throw it on the ground. But he dug right in! (Then chucked it on the ground 10 minutes later.)

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Leaving the Crime Scene

Thoughts from Dylan: "Last Week I...."

Figured out how to climb up onto the couch myself and walk on it.

Read a book by myself, half-naked.

Hid myself in the curtains, and then walked towards mommy. I thought this was awesome.

Scored a new toy from Craig's List that I love.

Monday, September 7, 2009

Labor Day Weekend

We enjoyed a somewhat quiet weekend in Chicago over Labor Day weekend. We ventured into a couple of different neighborhoods for some time at the park with Dylan, and on Sunday we celebrated Marc's Dad's birthday.

D loves bridges.

My 2 guys.

At Papa's place - the birthday boy is playing a song for Dylan.

Winding down Sunday night.

Colorado

Dylan and I joined my parents in Vail last week. Colorado is always such a refreshing place for me to be/go. We had a fantastic time.

Mountain man.

Walking with Grandpa in the village.

Mom, Dylan and I after church.

Running up the stairs in the village. Dylan loved the stream behind us.

On our way to breakfast to meet my uncle Larry. We had gotten coffee at the new Starbucks in Lionshead, where the cost of a venti drink is over $5! Ridiculous.