Random Shots

It's been a long time, it seems, since our last update. Highlights include Tommy turning one, and me beginning a one-year leave of absence from work to care for him full-time. It's exciting to think I'll be with him as he continues to grow and learn in his second year with us. These are some various shots of us in early August, pre-birthday party. Stay tuned for more...

Tommy got to meet a great friend of his grandfather Tom - Tito Jerry Wood, who came over for dinner with Tita Pat. It was fun catching up and having them visit with the little guy.

You've seen the Swiffering videos and pictures already. Lately, Tommy has taken to sweeping up floors and wiping down tables. Not sure where he picked up this interest in cleanliness, but our place should be spotless by the time he's two.

Swiffering Videos

He Stands Up and Walks!

While the little man had been walking around before this video, he hadn't yet stood up on his own and started walking. He would always have to pull himself up on something first before walking. That all changed while we were in the waiting room at the doctor's office. He found this toy, stood right up on his own, and started going for it. He's been unstoppable ever since...

Ready For Little League

Tommy displays his pitching prowess. I hear a power-pitching lefty is highly sought-after in Major League Baseball.

Potty Humor

Tommy likes to play with toys while he's doing his business. This is a pop up toy that he likes. He hasn't quite figured out how to use the pulls and buttons to make the birds pop up. He just uses brute force to open the doors. And then he tries to eat them, of course.

RI Beach Vid

Here's video of Tommy and his Papa in the Rhode Island surf.

Tommy's Walking Stick (The Swiffer)

We've been amazed at Tommy's newfound love of walking. He's taken to it with his usual gusto, not afraid to go full steam ahead at all times. One night last week, he got a hold of our Swiffer and walked around banging it into everything and stumbling as he tried to control its full length - not an easy task mind you. But he didn't care. He just went for it, like he does with everything. Next thing he'll be trying to pole vault over the kitchen table with it. That's our guy...

I tried a weird camera setting to get the next shots. Thought they were kinda neat...