Simon - School's out for Summer

Simon made it through his first year of preschool!
It's hard to believe this was Simon just 8 months ago when he started in September. I know those clothes don't fit him anymore :)

And here is Simon today. Looking totally grownup and definitely a few inches taller.

He had a great last day of school. The kids had a party with all of Simon's favorites, pizza, watermelon and Hershey's Kisses.
We are now looking forward to the start of summer camp just 2 weeks away :)

Sam at 6 Months

Happy Half Birthday to our little guy, Sam!

Time is flying! It's hard to believe but our little guy, Sam turned 6 months old yesterday! Mark, Simon and I are having a wonderful time getting to know him.
We have decided he is a very determined baby as he will "crawl" to get anything interesting that he can see (within arms reach or across the room). Sam's crawling consists of moving his arms, scooching his legs, reaching, and falling on his stomach. Not quite crawling but surprisingly effective.

Sam has also learned to go from "crawling" to sitting and is constantly surprising us with new tricks.

Sam's other favorites also include eating (he seems to enjoy food as much as his brother did).

We are looking forward to the next 6 months!

6 Month Check Up Stats:
Weight: 18 pounds 12 ounces (66th percentile)
Length:  27.75inches (90th percentile)
Head Circumference:  44cm (66th percentile)

Sam at 5 Months, Rockin' and Droolin'

Sam is growing by leaps and bounds. The past month, he:

1. Had his first taste of solid food
2. Cut his first two teeth
3. Had some fun playdates with his buddy Jonah
4. Enjoyed his exersaucer
5. Started rocking back and forth on his knees

Click on Sam to see more from the past month.

We can't wait to see what the next month will bring!

Easter in PA

We had a wonderful trip to Pennsylvania for Easter! Not only did we get to see the Easter Bunny but Simon got a chance to see the Life Lion helicopter up close (making his and daddy's day).

Click below to see the pictures from our trip.

Simon and Leila (The Dynamic Duo)

Simon and his buddy Leila both love the guitar or Ukelele (played here by Leila). Here they are at our house taking turns with it and our "dog guitar."



As you see, Leila does the singing and Simon is quite modest about his guitar skills.

"Shabbat shalom," everyone!

Sam turns 3 Months and Other Fun February Items

February brought us a lot of fun (not much snow but lots of fun).

We visited Harrisburg and Simon got the hang of riding his tricycle.



Sam turned 3 months old. He has decided to skip rolling over and go straight to crawling :)



Other faves are batting at toys, rolling to his side, and watching his big brother Simon on the playground.

Sam at 2 Months!

It has been another great month.

Sam is cooing, smiling, laughing and "talking" especially to the monkey on his crib bumper.


Sam also loves to bat at the toys on his chair.


At his doctor's appointment we learned that Sam gained another 2 pounds! He is now 12.5 pounds and 23.5 inches long. He enjoyed the doctor but not the nurse who gave him 3 shots. OUCH!

We can't wait to see what the next month will bring (mommy has her fingers crossed for more sleep! )