Saturday, June 13, 2009
City Boy
It started raining walking Zack to school Friday. Even though Zack wouldn't have cared if he got rained on, I couldn't be the bad dad that allowed that. So we came up with a solution and he held his own umbrella for the whole walk.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
It's Been a Month
Yeah, legit, it's been a month since we updated this thing so we're probably overdue for an update.
So we're up in NY now for good. It's still not home, because the pups aren't here and we're in temp housing without all of our "stuff." Jess loves the lovely floral print furniture in our hotel though. Hey, at least we're getting Marriott point out of this thing.
Although Jess moved here a month ago, this was the 1st weekend we were actually in NY and it was gorgeous. This whole apartment hunt thing sucks, but Zack has been a trooper. We've walked all over the city and the little guy has behaved great, which is defined as running around bouncing off walls and making sure everyone pays attention to him. As opposed to the alternative of having a meltdown, we'll take it.
This morning, we began to realize we may be OK in this city this morning, even though there are still things we don't like. The odor of urine and trash makes the Tenderloin seem like a Glade air freshener and on the whole, the average New Yorker is an ass hole (case in point, Zack ditched a shoe going to daycare and not one person pointed it out to Jessie...probably the most obnoxious thing I've ever heard). We went for a family run and stopped at the Chelsea Waterfront playground to let Zack get out some energy and flirt with the little girls. A little 6-miler on the Westside Highway up to Riverside Park was the perfect start to the day. Of course we walked to look at apartments up there again in the afternoon, so we're getting plenty of exercise.
Zack has been busy as usual. After the sh*tshow that was me flying with him and the dogs to south Florida, he stayed with Cliffy and Mare for a week. He LOVED swimming every day...oh and he's a big fan of the lack of discipline with grandparents in general. Nap time, oh you don't want to nap...OK, no nap. Bed time, oh you don't want to sleep...OK, come watch TV. After a few days in NY, it was down to Atlanta for a wedding and staying with his other grandparents in the mansion. Zack was a big fan of the stairs, hiding things (a shoe got lost for 2 days), and tormenting Tripper. Last weekend was a trip to Baltimore, but now he's settling into NY life. He loves the subway (lots of people to pay attention to him). He likes to chase the winged rats, which he calls dog. Running up and down the hallway is fun and he's over his initial trepidation about getting in and out of the elevator. Oh and the lack of child-proof cabinets is his favorite.
Zack starts daycare tomorrow and we're certain he'll be happy to be playing with kids all day. We think he gets bored with us, especially if we make him sit in the stroller and look at apartments. Plus, maybe he won't learn so much. The kid is a sponge. He blew our mind today. So we live in a hotel and we have key cards to get in the room. He wanted out, so he grabbed a gift card, which we didn't realize he could get to, and went to the door with it. It took us a second to realize what he was doing, but that was the moment when we came to the realization, we have to be on our best behavior around him now. Damn!
Anyone that remembers Zack's days as a bulimic, when he couldn't gain weight would be happy to know he is a PIG! Feeding him is a 20-30 minute investment of time, because he keeps going. He has recently decided he likes bananas again and eats 2 a day. He's a big fan of spicy Mexican food. He's not much of a fan of Chinese food. He's a true southern boy and loves grits. He'd much prefer to drink from a water bottle or even a glass (need to stop leaving them on the coffee table) than a sippy cup. And of course he's still trying to steal my beers.
Alright, we'll try to be better about posting pictures, but here are some from Zack's Florida vacation.
Going for a run with the girls, but "seriously, why do grandmas dress babies so weird?"
"Silly Foster was scared of the pool. Sierra wouldn't get out."
"I know it's not a real sport, but I played basketball with my Grumpy."
"I'm on a boat! (And yes I got my flippy floppies)"
Me, Mom, and my aunts (by the way the word is NOT pronounced ANT)."
My 1st trip to the beach.
"This is fun!"
Zack didn't understand the concept of waves...or unexposed midriffs.
"I got Daddy's glasses."
So we're up in NY now for good. It's still not home, because the pups aren't here and we're in temp housing without all of our "stuff." Jess loves the lovely floral print furniture in our hotel though. Hey, at least we're getting Marriott point out of this thing.
Although Jess moved here a month ago, this was the 1st weekend we were actually in NY and it was gorgeous. This whole apartment hunt thing sucks, but Zack has been a trooper. We've walked all over the city and the little guy has behaved great, which is defined as running around bouncing off walls and making sure everyone pays attention to him. As opposed to the alternative of having a meltdown, we'll take it.
This morning, we began to realize we may be OK in this city this morning, even though there are still things we don't like. The odor of urine and trash makes the Tenderloin seem like a Glade air freshener and on the whole, the average New Yorker is an ass hole (case in point, Zack ditched a shoe going to daycare and not one person pointed it out to Jessie...probably the most obnoxious thing I've ever heard). We went for a family run and stopped at the Chelsea Waterfront playground to let Zack get out some energy and flirt with the little girls. A little 6-miler on the Westside Highway up to Riverside Park was the perfect start to the day. Of course we walked to look at apartments up there again in the afternoon, so we're getting plenty of exercise.
Zack has been busy as usual. After the sh*tshow that was me flying with him and the dogs to south Florida, he stayed with Cliffy and Mare for a week. He LOVED swimming every day...oh and he's a big fan of the lack of discipline with grandparents in general. Nap time, oh you don't want to nap...OK, no nap. Bed time, oh you don't want to sleep...OK, come watch TV. After a few days in NY, it was down to Atlanta for a wedding and staying with his other grandparents in the mansion. Zack was a big fan of the stairs, hiding things (a shoe got lost for 2 days), and tormenting Tripper. Last weekend was a trip to Baltimore, but now he's settling into NY life. He loves the subway (lots of people to pay attention to him). He likes to chase the winged rats, which he calls dog. Running up and down the hallway is fun and he's over his initial trepidation about getting in and out of the elevator. Oh and the lack of child-proof cabinets is his favorite.
Zack starts daycare tomorrow and we're certain he'll be happy to be playing with kids all day. We think he gets bored with us, especially if we make him sit in the stroller and look at apartments. Plus, maybe he won't learn so much. The kid is a sponge. He blew our mind today. So we live in a hotel and we have key cards to get in the room. He wanted out, so he grabbed a gift card, which we didn't realize he could get to, and went to the door with it. It took us a second to realize what he was doing, but that was the moment when we came to the realization, we have to be on our best behavior around him now. Damn!
Anyone that remembers Zack's days as a bulimic, when he couldn't gain weight would be happy to know he is a PIG! Feeding him is a 20-30 minute investment of time, because he keeps going. He has recently decided he likes bananas again and eats 2 a day. He's a big fan of spicy Mexican food. He's not much of a fan of Chinese food. He's a true southern boy and loves grits. He'd much prefer to drink from a water bottle or even a glass (need to stop leaving them on the coffee table) than a sippy cup. And of course he's still trying to steal my beers.
Alright, we'll try to be better about posting pictures, but here are some from Zack's Florida vacation.
Going for a run with the girls, but "seriously, why do grandmas dress babies so weird?"
"Silly Foster was scared of the pool. Sierra wouldn't get out."
"I know it's not a real sport, but I played basketball with my Grumpy."
"I'm on a boat! (And yes I got my flippy floppies)"
Me, Mom, and my aunts (by the way the word is NOT pronounced ANT)."
My 1st trip to the beach.
"This is fun!"
Zack didn't understand the concept of waves...or unexposed midriffs.
"I got Daddy's glasses."
Friday, May 8, 2009
Moving Day
Zack is taking a morning nap, the pups are out playing, so I have a few free minutes. I still can't believe we're moving. It's been so hectic getting ready for it, that it hasn't totally sunk in. It definitely started to when we saw Jess off Monday. Picking Zack up at daycare yesterday also made it real, since the girls were about crying and I had to bring 2 bags with all of his stuff home. We're all packed up now and I'm taking Zack's highchair and stashing it, because when selling a house it can't look like anyone lives here...duh!
This flight is going to be a zoo. Literally. Actually, once we get checked in and through security, we'll be cool, but I'll probably need a shower and a drink to relax. Hopefully the pups fly as well as they did when they moved to SF.
Speaking of zoos. Dale and I took Zack to the zoo yesterday afternoon. By our count, we were paid $90 each to be at the zoo. Thank you unemployment. Anyway, here are some pics. Zack walked most of the time, and felt the need to pick up most leaves he'd come across, and true to form, all animals were "dahs" (AKA, dogs).
PS - Zack is up again and is sharing his snack (un-Saltines) with Foster. One bite for Zack, one bite for Foster. Also, not anything new.
"I'm not fat, I'm big boned...and cut me some slack I'm walking off the belly."
"Hey Zack, show us your trick."
"Haha, that joke is funny."
"Slow down Dad, I inherited your stubby little legs."
"I have a switch and I'm going to chase you."
"That dah looks like my Foster."
"Yeah, I still have a major drooling problem."
"These things are fun to pull on."
"What the hell is that?"
"This is the biggest dah I've ever seen."
This flight is going to be a zoo. Literally. Actually, once we get checked in and through security, we'll be cool, but I'll probably need a shower and a drink to relax. Hopefully the pups fly as well as they did when they moved to SF.
Speaking of zoos. Dale and I took Zack to the zoo yesterday afternoon. By our count, we were paid $90 each to be at the zoo. Thank you unemployment. Anyway, here are some pics. Zack walked most of the time, and felt the need to pick up most leaves he'd come across, and true to form, all animals were "dahs" (AKA, dogs).
PS - Zack is up again and is sharing his snack (un-Saltines) with Foster. One bite for Zack, one bite for Foster. Also, not anything new.
"I'm not fat, I'm big boned...and cut me some slack I'm walking off the belly."
"Hey Zack, show us your trick."
"Haha, that joke is funny."
"Slow down Dad, I inherited your stubby little legs."
"I have a switch and I'm going to chase you."
"That dah looks like my Foster."
"Yeah, I still have a major drooling problem."
"These things are fun to pull on."
"What the hell is that?"
"This is the biggest dah I've ever seen."
Monday, May 4, 2009
Zack is 1!!!
Here are some pics from his actual birthday (April 30th) and from his party (May 3rd). As you can see... Like Father, Like Son...Zack hates wearing a shirt!!!
His new favorite song is "Happy Birthday"...and he is a walking fool (running too)...his favorite word right now is still "ball" and he looooooooooooves throwing the ball to Sierra! Oh, and he doesn't like cake! He had it all over his face because we put it there, not because he ate it....we think that's a good thing! He is a meat and veggie lover (meatballs and sweet potatoes are his 2 faves!)
Sorry we are terrible bloggers...love to all! Enjoy the pics!
His new favorite song is "Happy Birthday"...and he is a walking fool (running too)...his favorite word right now is still "ball" and he looooooooooooves throwing the ball to Sierra! Oh, and he doesn't like cake! He had it all over his face because we put it there, not because he ate it....we think that's a good thing! He is a meat and veggie lover (meatballs and sweet potatoes are his 2 faves!)
Sorry we are terrible bloggers...love to all! Enjoy the pics!
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Decision Time
We let Zack make the decision on moving. We were torn and really couldn't come to a decision, so we decided to let Zack decide. We took 5 pieces of paper and had SF, NY, or CLT on the (NY and SF got double weighting), put them on the floor and let Zack grab one. Watch to see if and where we are moving.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
It's a Miracle
So Zack finally got over his laziness and walked. We've been trying to get him to walk forever. He just pushed everything around the house, but refused to walk. FINALLY, he decided to stop being so lazy. His form is shaky and it's kind of a falling run, but we count it. Here's a video or you can peep them (and videos of him from when he was just pushing toys around the house) on DropShots (http://www.dropshots.com/jessgoz).
That was great, but something even cooler happened this week. So, I think a lot of people know that Zack has gotten several bad report cards at daycare for hitting or biting other kids. It's sucks to go look at his report card and see "Note on Back." Jess picked him up yesterday and Zack had a note. The story is that one of his friends decided he wanted Zack's toy and he hit Zack (gave him a little scratch below his eye). Usually the kid that gets beaten on, cries and hands the toy over. Zack made me proud though and fought back. My guess is he kicked that kids ass and chased him off. I'm thinking of sewing fighting straps onto his clothes to give him an advantage in scrapping. That's my boy!
That was great, but something even cooler happened this week. So, I think a lot of people know that Zack has gotten several bad report cards at daycare for hitting or biting other kids. It's sucks to go look at his report card and see "Note on Back." Jess picked him up yesterday and Zack had a note. The story is that one of his friends decided he wanted Zack's toy and he hit Zack (gave him a little scratch below his eye). Usually the kid that gets beaten on, cries and hands the toy over. Zack made me proud though and fought back. My guess is he kicked that kids ass and chased him off. I'm thinking of sewing fighting straps onto his clothes to give him an advantage in scrapping. That's my boy!
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Playing in the yard
The weather was sooooo nice today so we all got to hang outside in the back yard and play. I love being dirty!!! Oh, and as far as development, I am doing a really weird running walk type thing now but I fall every single time.
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