A busy pre-birthday week!  We had so much fun!

Likes: Pumpkins and gourds; chocolate cupcakes (birthday treat); mud

Dislikes: Eating what I actually put on his tray; when daddy is gone

Sleeping: We are doing very well. Sleep training paid off big time.  Down at 7pm, up at 6am, no waking in between.  Naps are usually 1-3 hours right after lunch.  It's been awesome!

Eating: When he's actually hungry, he eats anything and everything that I put in front of him. If he's not that hungry, most of it goes onto the floor. I am encouraged by his willingness to try new foods.  Just hope he becomes a little less destructive with the food.

Playing: So much with all his friends! His favorite game right now is to play peek-a-boo with friend E.  They are too adorable together!

Medical Milestones: 

• Babies usually range from 27 3/4" long and 18 lbs to 30 1/3" long and 23 lbs. -- Check!  Arthur's right about 30 inches long and 24 pounds.
• Showing his independence -- Check!  Even if he can't speak, Arthur lets me know what he wants and when he wants it.  I've been giving him small choices (holding up two different snacks) and letting him choose. Seems to make him happy.
• Scribbling with crayons -- Not yet. Maybe I should let him try...
• Drinking cow's milk -- Not yet. We've had a crazy week, but this is next on my list.
• Fussy eating -- Check! Right now his favorite feeding activity is to throw food on the floor.  He still eats, but my goodness, some days it is a struggle.

Schedule:Our usual activities with a few hiccups along the way. Check out our fun below.

Out and About: Crazy week past!

• Monday we visited the pumpkin patch with some mom friends. Arthur especially loved the hayride.
• Tuesday we ended up at the VW dealership for almost 3 hours. So of course we missed storytime and playground visit!
• Wednesday we made it to Rengstorff for playdate.  The ground was very wet and Arthur ended up covered in dirt.
• Thursday we walked Shoreline with friends.
• Friday was preschool playdate at Janine's house.  We had an awesome time learning about leaves and pumpkins
• Saturday was party day!  Arthur ended the party covered in dirt and chocolate.  I'd say that is a sign of a great party.  Tons of friends came and shared in his special day. Even when I twisted my ankle falling a hole, the party went over great. Unfortunately I don't have any pics of the party ready to show yet.
• Sunday we had brunch at Olympus Cafe in Mountain View so that mom could lead a info meeting. And then he spent the rest of the day with dad while mom went to a movie.