Monday, November 2, 2009
Happy Halloween!
Halloween is an event at the Landrum house...lots of decorations....LOTS of trick or treaters. Z went trick or treating for the first time. We couldn't get him to say it, but he did great nonetheless! He didn't even mind his costume...there is no cuter Lemur than mine...rest assured! Z was also very helpful giving out candy and yelling BYE BYE to everyone as they left. Enjoy a few pictures of the pumpkin patch adventures and the big night! 
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Z makes a run for the border!
It's October...and if you know the Landrum's, that means CABO! This was Z's 3rd trip down to the Tropic of Capricorn and we had a BLAST! He did really well on the plane (thank you Yo Gabba Gabba!) and was pretty much a perfect angel the whole time...with the exception of a knife throwing incident at the Cabo Wabo breaking a glass (I apologize profusely to Sammy Hagar!). In any event, we had a little hurricane weather, but that didn't stop Z from splashing every day to his heart's content! Here are some pictures. The rest can be found here:
and here:
Family portrait at the beach
JUMP!
Mom and Z
SPLASH!
Hangin' at the Cabo Wabo
Seven Beautiful Sunrises
Monday, September 28, 2009
Zack Attack's 2nd Annual Birthday Bash
Well, Z turned 2 today, but we had an awesome Rock Star party on Saturday. He had a blast and everything went SO well. There were lots of kids and not ONE meltdown! Z has friends this year, so they came and partied, too! Time has really flown by. Two years already?? In any event, I couldn't be prouder of Z...he's SUCH a trooper and his dad and I just love him to bits.
Here are some pictures...ALL of the one million pictures I took along with my buddy Adrian can be found here:
Monday, August 10, 2009
July...where have we been?
More like where HAVEN'T we been! Zack's had so many summer adventures that we haven't had time to blog, but ohhhh we've taken pictures...now it's time to catch you up!
Medical Update
Zack had his PH probe done at UCLA. They put a wire probe down his nose to just above his stomach to measure how much he refluxes and how acidic it is. The probe placement was traumatic, but it was quick and he did SO well in the 24 hours he had it in. He was a real champ and I was so proud of him. He also had his Gastric Emptying Study (how fast he digests food) in July and although it was unpleasant (more for me than him!), he did well. I just spoke with the doctor the other day and his stomach doesn't empty like they would like, but not nearly as bad as we thought. The probe actually told us that he is refluxing MUCH less than he was. He actually might be growing out of the medical part of this. His vomiting (sorry people, but if you know Z, you've probably seen him puke!) has decreased SIGNIFICANTLY. We have actually had several vomit-free days. I couldn't have said that four months ago. We are very pleased with that. We are now left with the aversions that his medical problems have ingrained in him, however...that's another battle and we're working on it. Someday he'll enjoy eating...I hope. Anyway, there's your Z medical update.
Marcie's Big Birthday Bash
My best friend Marcie had an awesome birthday party at her parents stunning home in Camarillo. It was a pool party, so NOONE had as much fun as Zack. I loved seeing Mouse and we had a great day splashing around!
Kim's Big Day
On Saturday, July 25th, I got a call from my sister Kim that she was getting married the next day on Coronado Island. For those of you outside of Socal, that is about 2 1/2 hours from my house on the most heavily traveled freeway in California. Although we battled with how to deal with the trip and a toddler on such short notice, I ultimately knew I had to be there. We were not able to take that Monday off, so we knew it would be up and back the same day...and the wedding was at 7pm!!! We drove down uneventfully with Z sleeping the whole way. We got ready at my mom's hotel and except for starting a few minutes late, the sunset ceremony went off without a hitch. It was gorgeous and I took TONS of pictures, some of which you can view here:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=29015&id=1028109097&l=063ce896c5
Our trip home starting out after dinner at about 10:30 was a little harder (mostly on poor kevin at the wheel). Parts of the freeway were closed and we ended up on a couple detours...we didn't get to bed until after 2am! zzzzz. Once again, Z slept all the way, so he was FINE the next day while we were zombies! In any event, congrats Kim and Greg!! We were so happy to share your day with you.
August Adventures
Descanso Garden
A gorgeous day and a really beautiful way to spend it. I can't wait to go back in April or May when everything is in bloom! Z got to see turtles, frogs, tons of squirrels and even a deer! Here is a link to all the pictures:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=29418&id=1028109097&l=52c4b7618f
Here are a couple pictures from the day:
(this one is for Aunt Sharley!)
...and last but NOT least...Z's first trip to Malibu!
We decided the Sunday was a great day for the beach...and we were right! We went early, so Kev could surf and when the clouds burned off it was gorgeous! Z had been to the beach in Cabo, but he was too young to really enjoy it...not this time! He threw sand everywhere, dug holes, filled his bucket! The water made him a little nervous, but he squealed while we chased the waves...here is a link to a few extra pictures:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=30069&id=1028109097&l=0c823cac36
To "tide" you over...(come on now, that was FUNNY!) here are a couple extras:
Someday, young grasshopper, this will all be yours!
That's all for now. I hope you feel all caught up! I'll be back with more of the Adventures of Super Z soon!
Medical Update
Zack had his PH probe done at UCLA. They put a wire probe down his nose to just above his stomach to measure how much he refluxes and how acidic it is. The probe placement was traumatic, but it was quick and he did SO well in the 24 hours he had it in. He was a real champ and I was so proud of him. He also had his Gastric Emptying Study (how fast he digests food) in July and although it was unpleasant (more for me than him!), he did well. I just spoke with the doctor the other day and his stomach doesn't empty like they would like, but not nearly as bad as we thought. The probe actually told us that he is refluxing MUCH less than he was. He actually might be growing out of the medical part of this. His vomiting (sorry people, but if you know Z, you've probably seen him puke!) has decreased SIGNIFICANTLY. We have actually had several vomit-free days. I couldn't have said that four months ago. We are very pleased with that. We are now left with the aversions that his medical problems have ingrained in him, however...that's another battle and we're working on it. Someday he'll enjoy eating...I hope. Anyway, there's your Z medical update.
Marcie's Big Birthday Bash
My best friend Marcie had an awesome birthday party at her parents stunning home in Camarillo. It was a pool party, so NOONE had as much fun as Zack. I loved seeing Mouse and we had a great day splashing around!
Kim's Big Day
On Saturday, July 25th, I got a call from my sister Kim that she was getting married the next day on Coronado Island. For those of you outside of Socal, that is about 2 1/2 hours from my house on the most heavily traveled freeway in California. Although we battled with how to deal with the trip and a toddler on such short notice, I ultimately knew I had to be there. We were not able to take that Monday off, so we knew it would be up and back the same day...and the wedding was at 7pm!!! We drove down uneventfully with Z sleeping the whole way. We got ready at my mom's hotel and except for starting a few minutes late, the sunset ceremony went off without a hitch. It was gorgeous and I took TONS of pictures, some of which you can view here:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=29015&id=1028109097&l=063ce896c5
Our trip home starting out after dinner at about 10:30 was a little harder (mostly on poor kevin at the wheel). Parts of the freeway were closed and we ended up on a couple detours...we didn't get to bed until after 2am! zzzzz. Once again, Z slept all the way, so he was FINE the next day while we were zombies! In any event, congrats Kim and Greg!! We were so happy to share your day with you.
August Adventures
Descanso Garden
A gorgeous day and a really beautiful way to spend it. I can't wait to go back in April or May when everything is in bloom! Z got to see turtles, frogs, tons of squirrels and even a deer! Here is a link to all the pictures:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=29418&id=1028109097&l=52c4b7618f
Here are a couple pictures from the day:
(this one is for Aunt Sharley!)
...and last but NOT least...Z's first trip to Malibu!
We decided the Sunday was a great day for the beach...and we were right! We went early, so Kev could surf and when the clouds burned off it was gorgeous! Z had been to the beach in Cabo, but he was too young to really enjoy it...not this time! He threw sand everywhere, dug holes, filled his bucket! The water made him a little nervous, but he squealed while we chased the waves...here is a link to a few extra pictures:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=30069&id=1028109097&l=0c823cac36
To "tide" you over...(come on now, that was FUNNY!) here are a couple extras:
Someday, young grasshopper, this will all be yours!
That's all for now. I hope you feel all caught up! I'll be back with more of the Adventures of Super Z soon!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Water, water EVERYWHERE!
July's theme is WATER! Z started swimming lessons...we still have a week left. He's learning to kick, paddle and get comfortable in the water...I'm not so sure I needed to pay anyone for that!! Here are a couple pictures!
Then we went up to the river for the fourth of July. Z practiced what he learned in class and did LOTS of splashing...he also got his first (of many, I'm sure) ride on the Sea Doo. Dad took him for a putt putt around the bay...but truthfully, Z looked BORED...I think he has the need for speed, but I wasn't willing to let him find out! (I know...bad mom!). Here are some MORE pictures! Enjoy!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Ketchup
This is a ketch-up post as I have been lagging on the blog updating lately! I hope you all like pictures!
Memorial Day weekend we spent a really nice evening at the park with all the grandparents and some great fireworks. Z had a blast dancing to the live band!
Then June 5th, Z had a trike-a-thon at school to raise money for St. Jude's. He had fun and tried out a couple different modes of transportation.
And just to finish off the post here are a couple cute pictures of Z (are there any other kind???) picking lemons and hanging with Dad.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
The start of a great weekend!
A GOOD DAY...It's only noon, but good days have been few and far between lately, so I want to CELEBRATE!
1.) I let Z sleep til 7 and he woke up cute and happy and he ate...he's eaten (drunk) three ounces every 3 hours so far...I think his appetite is finally coming back a little.
2.) He ASKED for juice today...saw it sitting on the table...pointed at it and drank two ounces. NICE!!!
3.) We went to the mall to the Old Navy sale and I bought a bunch of cute summer dresses and a Flag tee for Z..it was crowded and annoying and gross and Zack was a sweet trooper through the whole thing. (Seriously people...1$ plastic flip flops are nothing to get THAT excited about!)
4.) I came home from the mall...he played outside for a little while and drank three more ounces...he's now about to pass out in front of Baby Einstein
5.) He's staying at Grandma's tonight, so I can see Kevin play and have a few drinks. Can you think of a MORE perfect day for me right now????
P.S. - we have an appt on Tuesday with the Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology at UCLA Children's on Tuesday...I guess it's normally a 6-8 month wait...thank you to my pediatrician's husband who put a good word in for us. We've been vomit-free for 2 1/2 weeks (yes, it's scary to type that out loud!!!). Let's hope that chewing and swallowing are JUST around the corner!
Have a great weekend everyone!!! Happy Memorial Day. Don't forget to take a moment to remember everyone who sacrificed for our freedom!!
I'd also like to take a moment to let Lisa know that we are all thinking about her. Zack, Kevin and I all love you!
Monday, April 27, 2009
March for Babies 2009
Team Zack Attack raised over $2200 for the March of Dimes. We thank each and every one of you who donated and sent us good thoughts. We had a wonderful day with lots of family, friends, a picnic and sunshine. The walk was a great success!!
Carolina and Lisa do a warm up dance!
Everyone having a good laugh (Z made a new labradoodle friend)
Grandma and Auntie Kim
Z's own warm up dance!
TEAM ZACK ATTACK!
Kev, Greg and Z ready to Walk!
Joni passes out at Check point one...
but recovers nicely with an ice cream!
Z wants out of the stroller for a while!
Walk on!
Goofy Gals!
Having fun!
Time to hydrate!!
Finish line dance!!
Time to party!!
Carolina and Lisa do a warm up dance!
Everyone having a good laugh (Z made a new labradoodle friend)
Grandma and Auntie Kim
Z's own warm up dance!
TEAM ZACK ATTACK!
Kev, Greg and Z ready to Walk!
Joni passes out at Check point one...
but recovers nicely with an ice cream!
Z wants out of the stroller for a while!
Walk on!
Goofy Gals!
Having fun!
Time to hydrate!!
Finish line dance!!
Time to party!!
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