Thursday, January 29, 2009

Baby Caleb UPDATE!

I am so excited to say that my little cousin, Caleb, is finally doing well!! He's gaining weight and holding food down after a successful surgery. Gigi is in San Francisco helping out while Uncle Adam & Aunt Chanda get back into the groove of work. We're so happy to hear this great news :) Big hugs and kisses from your family in Florida.
OXOX


Tuesday, January 27, 2009

The little guy is growing like a weed!

Our baby boy now weighs about 8 1/2 ounces, and measures 6 inches, head to bottom — about the size of a large heirloom tomato. His hair on his scalp is sprouting. This is a crucial time for sensory development: His baby brain is designating specialized areas for smell, taste, hearing, vision, and touch. Some research suggests that he may be able to hear Mommy's voice now!! How exciting!!

Sunday Stroll!

This past Sunday Mommy, Daddy, Cuba & I went for our weekend walk along the water. We bumped into Gigi Terry & Peepaw too!! After our walk Daddy took me down to the water to run around and play a little. It was a beautiful day!!

Picking up shells!
Walking side by side with Dadda. We always share this special moment and walk down to the water to say hi to Grampa Bill. It's our little bond :)

Sunday, January 25, 2009

19 weeks!

Ok - Here it goes! We'll be 19 weeks pregnant on Tuesday and as I mentioned in a previous blog I promised my Mom that I would post a belly shot. It might not look big YET but if I remember correctly, this little baby will pop in no time :)
BTW - A BIG thanks to Natalie for the box of maternity clothes! I'm already putting them to good use :) Just remember - I'll send them back as soon as you need them (hint hint)!


Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Our bathing beauty!

Bathtime is one of Kailey's favorites! The past two nights we thought it would be a treat to let her bathe in Mommy & Daddy's BIG tub! She just loves it and swims around like a little fish. When I start taking pictures of her she actually poses! It's hilarious:) She was saying 'cheese' in this one as she leans over the side of the tub! Oh - you're probably wondering if we cut Kai's hair like this. The answer is no - she's never had a hair cut!
Kai's new thing is yelling as loud as she can. We're trying to teach her that she needs to use her 'inside voice' but sometimes she gets so excited she can't help herself!
This little lady is ready for A BATH!
I thought this one was cute!!
And this one...
She looks a little concerned about her hair style (scroll down).
Introducing: our little punk rocker!
Back to the tub side pose - mohawk and all!!
All clean and now sleeping like a baby :-)
Nite~nite!

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Update!

Today I had my 18 week appointment to learn that our little guy has a great heart rate in the 130's & 140's!! The mid wife, Zureka, said he was squirmy wormy and moving all around. I go back in two weeks for the 20 week anatomy ultrasound. We can't wait to see him again as the last visit was an unexpected ultrasound. So far we're in love with the name 'Kohlston' with a nick name of 'Kohl'. We're about 95% sure it will stick but there is still time for a name change :) We're slowly getting Kai ready for her 'big girl room'. We hope to paint it (pale pink) soon so we can get the nursery set up for a boy - EXCITING!!!

Congrats to our friends Tyler, Emmy & little Aidan in St. Charles, Mo - they are having another BOY!! Ethan Thomas Frost - I love the name.

On a different note: we're continuing to pray for our nephew, Caleb, in that he has a fast and speedy recovery. He's just 2 months old and had surgery for 'pyloric stenosis'. Pyloric stenosis (or infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis) is a condition that causes severe vomiting in the first few months of life. There is narrowing (
stenosis) of the opening from the stomach to the intestines, due to enlargement (hypertrophy) of the muscle surrounding this opening (the pylorus, meaning "gate"), which spasms when the stomach empties. He's having a hard time recovering but we know that with a lot of prayers he will be strong and healthy in no time.
WE LOVE YOU UNCLE ADAM, AUNT CHANDA & BABY CALEB!

Hope everyone has a great night and I promised my Mom I'll post belly pictures soon. Give me another couple of weeks to actually look PREGNANT vs. like I've eaten a lot :-)

oxox

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Baptism!

Yesterday was Nik & Will's Baptism! They looked so handsome. Daddy & Mommy are little William's Godparents and Uncle Dan & Aunt Lindsay are Nikolas's Godparents. Here's a picture of Aunt Jenny, Uncle Mark, Nik & Will.

I'm running off with Will's toy and Gigi Terry's phone.
Catch me if you can!!!
Nik and I sitting together. I'm holding 'pink' my favorite blanket (yes, I named it PINK)!
Uncle Dan and me sitting together.
Little William:
Handsome Nikolas:
Thank-you for inviting us to join in on your special day!
We're honored to be a special part of your lives.

Friday, January 16, 2009

At the Park!!

Today Mommy took Cuba & me to the park! I was dressed in all black and all of the other Mom's wanted to know what Mommy's SON's name was. Hah! Then they saw the leopard print on the inside of my hood, my silver shoes and my earrings :-)
It was chilly but the sun is still shining! Gotta love 'winter in Florida'!

Tucking my knees up to keep warm:
Cuba bundled up in his 'WOOF' jacket!

Thursday, January 15, 2009

The BALL Pit!!

My friend, Eliana, from next door gave me her 'Ball Pit Mountain'!!! It's this HUGE blow up ball pit full of balls. Mommy & Daddy aren't quite sure where it's going to go at this point but for now it's in the living room and well, they can't seem to get me out of it :-) Scroll down and HIT PLAY to watch my video.

Top view:

Getting all wound up just before bed!

This thing is a blast!


Tuesday, January 13, 2009

volver a la escuela!

Si, volver a la escuela!! Yes, back to school!! We are so proud of Daddy - he took it upon himself to sign up at our local college to learn Spanish! We're especially excited because whatever he learns at school he can teach us at home. Tonight was his first day back to school in over 10 years! Good luck Dadda - oxox

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Sunday Football!

On Sunday's we usually go to Gigi Terry & Peepaw's to watch football and have dinner! Tonight Gigi made 'Beef Stew' and boy was it YUMMY! Here are a few pictures of us reading and hanging out. Scroll down and hit play to view our car ride over.
Nite nite!!

Hanging with Peepaw.
Cuba and I are getting warmed up for the game!
Reading with Gigi Terry.
Hit play to watch my video.

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Sat. Stroll - Dunedin Causeway

Our ideal Saturday or Sunday morning is getting up early and driving to the Dunedin Causeway for a nice stroll by the water!!! This morning was absolutely beautiful and that's exactly what we did. We saw a lot of pelicans, seagulls, fish, boaters, fishermen and other families doing exactly what we were doing - ENJOYING the Florida Sunshine!

All strapped in and ready to go!
Cuba's little legs were getting tired so he decided to ride along with me for a little bit :-)
Here's Daddy pushing me and walking Cuba (the sun was in my eyes)!

Thursday, January 1, 2009

Katz/Schroeder Family Reunion!

New Years Day at the park!! Today we celebrated our Katz/Schroeder Family Reunion. Gathered here are Gigi Terry, Peepaw, Ralphy, Rachel, Max, Jake, Stephanie, Elizabeth, Scott, April, Madison, Adley, Colby, Danielle, Rain, Breslin, Braxton, Kale, Jen, Mark, Nikolas, William, Mike, Erika, Kai, Dan & Lindsay! Phew - I think I got everyone :-)
Uncle Mark & Aunt Jenny hanging out with Kai!
Aunt April & Baby Adley
Stroller sidelines for the BIG kickball game!
Aunt Lindsay & Daddy in the outfield (Daddy caught the ball)!
Daddy's action shot!
Little Adley!
Kailey posing by the tree!
She talked Kale into joining her.
Oh SOOOOO cute! Kai (20 months today) & Kale (2 1/2)
Baby Will (15 months today)
Uncle Dan, Aunt Lindsay & Peanut (baby girl on the way)!
The cousins all together (I can't believe we actually got a shot where everyone's looking)!!!
Rachel took me 'Scootering' with the big girls!
Finally back to Gigi & Peepaws for BATHTIME! Did I mention this is the first day EVER Kai has gone ALLLLLL day with NO NAP! She was a trooper!!! Adley doesn't look too happy :-(
Kailey counting cousins! In order: Adley, Kai & Kale
Splish Splash: Adley, Kai & Kale
It was a GREAT day with family! Much love to everyone and thanks for being part of our family! We love you all very much!
Mike, Erika, Kai, BK2 & Cuba