The Mischevious Adventures of Zachary J. Landrum

Happy Valentine's Day!

2011-02-13T12:53:00.001-08:00

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Love, loss...cheese crackers and the longest post ever.

2010-07-16T11:06:00.000-07:00

As most of you probably already know, we lost our baby girl, Corinne. We had a beautiful service and I'm glad we did. Z will have a place to visit his sister when he is old enough to understand.

Corinne - you are a part of our family forever and always. A moment in our arms, forever in our heart. May 21, 2010.

A dear friend started a March of Dimes page for her...I am so in awe of how wonderful my friends are sometimes...over $1100 raised to fight prematurity...

http://www.marchforbabies.org/s_team_page.asp?seid=1441034

I thought long and hard about this blog post because part of me wanted to skip over the last couple months...this is Zack's blog...but the truth is that this weighed heavily on our family and still does. Zack included. He really is a tough awesome kid, though...he fared 6 days without me and did a great job for Kevin. He visited me in the hospital every night...the first night was tough as he didn't realize it wasn't about HIM...once he found nurses to blow up latex glove balloons and he was thrilled. Kevin was also an amazing single dad...I couldn't ask for a better family. Thank you to everyone who visited me, sent cards, helped out with Z...it meant more than you know. You are true friends.

The positive side of things is that Z made some great strides with eating. I'm happy to report that my kid is a snacker...he SNACKS...sits in his chair munching away on cheese crackers looking all normal...it's pretty neat. We're still working on an actual meal, but he has come SO far...a few months ago we were still covered in puke...now we are generally puke free and he CAN eat. We are still getting past mental blocks and behavioral issues, but we are making forward progress. Z sits with us at dinner and several nights in a row has actually consumed most of what was on his plate. (pickle slices, cheese, and a couple ritz)..come on now...that's ALMOST a meal!!! He's so proud to show me he's actually swallowed...see the video below...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfenl4HD274

Most people think I'm nuts, but my fellow moms of non eaters know what a HUGE accomplishment this is...no pomp, no circumstance...just cheese crackers.

We also made a river trip with our friends Tiffany, Paul, Sierra and Connor over the Fourth of July and had a wonderful time...here are some pictures...

Lastly, Z had his friend Christian over to play. They had a blast!! Swimming, coloring, playing their instruments and generally tearing it up! Enjoy some pictures...

There's more...I'm so far behind, but I had to get this post done. Moving on isn't quite what we've done, but we're not standing still either. Zack would never allow it...and I thank him for that.

Thank you again for all your support...

Kevin, Janet and Zack

March of Dimes Walk 2010

2010-04-24T22:07:00.001-07:00

Sorry for two posts so close together, but Z is asleep and I need to take advantage of that!! Today was our second annual March of Dimes walk. Team Zack Attack was well represented! Thank you SO MUCH to those of you who donated. Walking through the crowd and seeing all of the preemie kids who are thriving thanks to the support of the MOD makes it all so worthwhile! We raised over $2600 and had so much fun at the same time. here are a few pictures...the rest can be seen on my Facebook page.

Baby sister...no mama...no sister!

2010-04-24T22:02:00.000-07:00

That is the response I got when I told Z he was going to have a sister...I'll have to work on that attitude since there's not much he can do to avoid it at this point. In any event, we're excited! We will have a little girl joining us in September (and not a minute sooner). Here's her first couple of close ups...many many many many more to come!!! :)

it's been awhile!!

2010-02-15T07:33:00.001-08:00

Hello all, I thought I'd take advantage of this lovely President's Day to update the blog...Facebook has become so popular that I've really let this lag. Anyway...here's the important stuff. The puking has all but stopped...does he still puke...sure! Once in a while, but it's TOTALLY manageable. In fact, I'm actually afraid to type this for fear of jinxing anything. Back in the middle of 2009 he was still puking 150 times a month...now we're in single digits! I'll take that anyday. We're off almost all meds and he's doing great.

Feeding is a completely different issue. He's still scared to eat and he just doesn't have the skills he needs...all those things that are a natural progression for most children just never happened for Zack because he was too busy vomiting. Food has made him so uncomfortable for 2 years that NOT eating is just easier. I'm happy to report that he's definitely a little more experimental, but it's incredibly slow progress. We're working hard on that front.

In general, however, life has been so much better for all of us in a short time...We can take Zack places without 8 changes of clothing and 10 towels...I don't feed him holding a bowl anymore...the stress level is way down...all welcome changes. We hope to only see him progress from here.

On the FUN side, Z is smart and funny and is SUCH a happy kid. He loves people and his friends. he loves school and being outside. He's a joy to everyone around him. Here are some pictures from his recent adventures.

Thanksgiving at Aunt Sharley's house:

Having a blast

Playing with Aunt Kim.

Christmas morning at home and afternoon at Aunt Sharley's:

(notice the pointed toes...I'm so proud!)

New Year's Day...a walk in the park with Storm:

Thanks for reading! Here's to a burger in 2010!!!!

Happy Halloween!

2009-11-02T20:35:00.000-08:00

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!

Z makes a run for the border!

2009-10-21T18:24:00.000-07:00

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:

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36595&id=1028109097&l=190e3fb16e

and here:

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36841&id=1028109097&l=4775d74fe7

Family portrait at the beach

JUMP!

Mom and Z

SPLASH!

Hangin' at the Cabo Wabo

Seven Beautiful Sunrises

Zack Attack's 2nd Annual Birthday Bash

2009-09-28T22:25:00.001-07:00

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:

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=35092&id=1028109097&l=09da9a17fa

July...where have we been?

2009-08-10T20:25:00.000-07:00

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!

Water, water EVERYWHERE!

2009-07-06T21:44:00.000-07:00

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!

Ketchup

2009-06-27T12:46:00.000-07:00

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.

The start of a great weekend!

2009-05-23T12:16:00.000-07:00

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!

March for Babies 2009

2009-04-27T19:51:00.000-07:00

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!!

Z's second trip to Disneyland and California Adventure

2009-04-27T19:35:00.001-07:00

We took the day off and had a great day at Disneyland for my birthday. This time Z was walking much better and had a blast running around. He went on Pirates, Haunted Mansion and he especially loved the Jungle Cruise. Enjoy some pictures!

An afternoon in pictures

2009-04-19T16:58:00.000-07:00

Zack loved the warm day and we played with the infamous splash table (he drinks more than he splashes) and lots of bubbles. In the world of new advances, Zack can now sing Twinkle Twinkle, but refuses to do so on video. Obviously he has Barbra Streisand-like stage fright. When he gets over it, I'll post some video.

2009-04-12T11:47:00.000-07:00

Sunny Days

2009-04-05T14:56:00.000-07:00

Not much has been going on at the Landrum house lately. Zack had his endoscopy to look inside his esophagus, tummy and intestines and everything came back AOK. As happy as that makes me, it's so frustrating that there is no anatomical reason for all of this...In any event, Zack came through as happy as always! This picture was taken not much more than an hour after getting home from being under anaesthesia!

Saturday was a beautiful day, so we all went to the park. Storm chased some squirrells and Zack was a little out of control! Enjoy a couple pictures!

Cat cat

2009-03-14T12:51:00.001-07:00

We got some nice weather today, so Z and Tigger went out to play. Z calls Tigger "Cat Cat"...he really had fun with her...It's amazing that she doesn't mind him at all!

Ready for the red carpet

2009-02-22T15:57:00.000-08:00

Zack is all prepared for the Oscars tonight...Mom and Dad are making popcorn and Z will smile for the paparazzi! We're rooting for Mickey Rourke, The Wrestler and Slumdog! Go Fox!

A Very Special Message from Zack

2009-02-18T19:31:00.001-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day

2009-02-14T10:37:00.000-08:00

Zack hopes eveyone has a really nice day today. Zack has figured out that walking is quite fun, so I'll make this quick as I have to run and catch him again before he goes for a swim in the dog bowl! Here's a cute video (make sure your sound is on) and his Valentine card for all his friends and family. xoxo

saying goodbye

2009-02-08T17:18:00.000-08:00

This has been a very hard post for me to write. Two weeks ago, our family was torn apart. Thunder was so important to us, his twin sister, and his new brother. We will miss him every day. He will live in our hearts forever.

Thunder Landrum
11/2/2000 - 01/26/09

Happy New Year!

2009-01-03T12:48:00.000-08:00

Here's to a new year, with new hope, new things to try, new adventures, new ideas...new ANYTHING!!! We hope everyone has an amazing 2009!

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-26T20:29:00.000-08:00

Z had a great Christmas Day...he loved opening all the presents (and there were LOTS), but he doesn't care what's in them much...he was happy to rip and tear and hang with his family. He loved seeing Aunt Kim, Aunt Sharley and Unk...and of course his cousins and grandparents...he was a tired boy last night!

..and we're OFF!!!

2008-12-21T17:10:00.000-08:00

We practiced a little all weekend as Z's balance is getting better and better...we'll he took a few steps! He can go about three and then he tumbles, but he's a trooper and he keeps trying! Here's a video!

Zack goes to Disneyland!

2008-12-21T16:59:00.000-08:00

Zack's first trip to Disneyland was almost rained out, but we got the best scenario ever...no rain and very few people! Z had a great time and was awestruck by the lights and characters. He went on Pirate's, Haunted Mansion, Monsters Inc., and Nemo. He was smiley and happy all day. Here are a few pictures!

Turkey Day!

2008-11-27T19:03:00.001-08:00

Zack had a really nice Turkey day playing at Aunt Sharley and Uncle Dean's. There was LOTS of wonderful food that Z enjoyed looking at...maybe we'll try it next year! We hope everyone had as nice a day as we did!

This is Columbia. He was outside munching grass. Zack really liked him. Columbia LOVES having his head scratched!

annnnnnnd...we're OFF!

2008-11-22T20:24:00.000-08:00

So we still need a little help (Thank you, Mr. Lion), but we're off and walking...it's may not be pretty, but it's getting him around. Shouldn't be much longer now!

2008-11-22T07:13:00.000-08:00

Z had a great time on his second trip to Cabo. He was well over his illness and was happy and excited during the whole trip. He did a lot of swimming and saw so many new things. It was a very different trip for him this time since he is mobile...we loved watching him soak it all in!

Zack on the balcony...chillin'.

We are bad parents, but heck, it has calories in it!

Splish Splash!

I love CABO!

Hangin' at the Cabo Wabo

The weird Octopus that was outside our room

The face of mischief...on the plane home.

Halloween Anniversary

2008-10-30T09:46:00.000-07:00

I really wanted to crawl back under the covers today and stay in bed. I've been feeling sorry for myself and it's pretty pathetic. Zack has his bad days and his good days. We are in the process of trying a new medicine and he is scheduled for an upper GI on Monday to see if we can figure out what's going on. Luckily, my little munchkin doesn't let you just watch the day pass you by...he has schedules and needs and it all helps you to forget how lame you're feeling.

Besides, today is a really special day. Today is the one year anniversary of Zack coming home from the hospital. It was emotional and scary beyond belief. We had to actually care for this little thing on our own? He was so tiny and fragile! Kevin and I picked him up in the afternoon...spent time doing paperwork, taking lots of pictures and saying our farewells to the incredible staff at Tarzana's NICU. The nurses loved him so much and cared for him (and me) like he was their own. I spent a lot of nights in those rocking chairs feeling like I do today...sorry for myself and using up all their tissue (which probably cost me 4 bucks a tissue at hospital prices!)

In any event, Zack has come so far and is such an awesome kid...He smiles through everything and always makes me laugh...even when I don't want to. So Z...Happy Anniversary and Happy Halloween...may you never see the inside of a hospital again. Your mom and dad love you!

Zack's first night in his new bed 10/30/07

Zack in his 2008 Halloween costume

Pumpkin Patch

2008-10-04T20:04:00.000-07:00

We're getting ready for Halloween. Zack had fun picking out his punkin!

You can't have THAT one!

THAT'S more like it!!!

Standing tall

2008-10-03T19:04:00.000-07:00

My baby isn't such a baby anymore...he figured out how to get to everything on the coffee table (we finally stopped taking things away and accepted that we just had to clear it off!)...he's standing and holding on to everything now...walking is next. God help us!

You say it's your birthday!!!!!!!!!!

2008-10-03T18:56:00.001-07:00

Well, it's MY birthday, too!!

Zack had a wonderful first birthday. All his favorite people were there like Grandma, Auntie Kim, Auntie and Unk, Auntie Joni and so many more! We BBQ'd and Zack drank fruit punch out of a straw. He was spoiled rotten for the whole day and he deserved every minute of it. A big THANK YOU to everyone who shared in his day.

It's been a long and amazing year for Zack, Kevin and myself. We've had some hard times and some fantastic adventures and I wouldn't trade a minute of it. Zack, your mom and dad love you very much and we're so proud of how far you've come.

Saturday at the park

2008-09-20T17:19:00.001-07:00

Today Zack went to our friend Lilli's 5th birthday party at the park. We had a blast. Here are some pictures..first, let's show off the teeth...

Then we got all dressed up...and chewed on Mom's lenscap.

Then we had our first drink of fruit punch...and really liked it...and really made a mess!

Then we played on the slide and went flying with Dad...

It was a good day!!

Picture Overload

2008-09-15T22:39:00.003-07:00

I needed to get caught up on organizing photos...I take at least one every day, so there are LOTS! Here are a few of my favorites from the last week. Enjoy!

We're in trouble now...the climbing begins!

At my aunt's house for a bbq last weekend

Peeking over the back of the couch

I can FLY!

Cutest thing ever!!

This little piggy...

He didn't get these lashes from me!!

Dirty Face

2008-09-05T22:18:00.000-07:00

I think I need to clean under the computer desk... *sigh*

Catching up with Zack

2008-09-03T23:36:00.000-07:00

Howdy everyone!
Normally I try to update the blog weekly, but it's been a few weeks. We've had some rough times lately...mostly to do with feeding (as most of you know). There's some light at the end of the tunnel, though...a front tooth is peeking through (that makes three for those of you at home with scorecards) and he's finally been healthy lately (we had a couple weeks with recurring fevers). On the developmental side, Zack is growing with leaps and bounds...he crawls as fast as lightning and Mom and Dad REALLY need to buy a couple baby gates!!! He's starting to put his feet underneath him to try to climb on things (Ack!) and he's showing a lot of interest in drinking from a cup (we got some cool new ones at Ikea). We'll be starting a new program to get some help on the feeding front and all will be well! Here are some pictures to catch you all up! I can't believe he is going to turn ONE in 25 days!

Here is a shot of the new tooth nub...look closely!

Here's Z at Grandma's house trying to climb up!

Here's a shot of Z and OUR lifesaver...the mesh feeder that holds an ice cube...amazing for teething!

Rockstar in training

2008-08-11T20:48:00.000-07:00

Zack and dad were having some fun today and I snapped a couple. Rock on.

Goodbye Mullet

2008-08-10T20:04:00.000-07:00

Well, I have been really reluctant to cut Zack's hair, but he had quite the comb-over going as the hair on top of his head never fell out...it was down past his ears and was fast becoming a mullet.

Toofus!

2008-08-06T18:33:00.001-07:00

Ladies and Gentlemen, may I present...ZACK'S FIRST TOOTH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's barely pokin' through...can you see it??? (click to enlarge picture!)

Picnic in the park

2008-08-05T21:07:00.000-07:00

My mom and I went to the park with Z last night and had a nice time. Z really loved the swings!

When Animals Attack

2008-08-03T12:27:00.001-07:00

A raccoon snuck into the house (via grandma), but Zack fought him off. Don't worry, they've both had their shots!

Legwork

2008-07-29T20:37:00.001-07:00

Zack can't pull himself to a stand yet, but he certainly loves being there once you stand him up. Looking out the window is one of his favorite things.

...and he's OFF!

2008-07-20T11:59:00.000-07:00

Zack has been working at this for a while, but he finally figured it out this morning!! Here's a short video, Enjoy!

Check me out...

2008-07-16T07:59:00.000-07:00

I'm a big boy and I sat in a high chair at the restaurant with grandma and grandpa last night. I kept sliding around in it, but I did gooood!!!

A Quiet Weekend...

2008-07-13T19:20:00.000-07:00

...was just what we needed. Z-Man and dad hung out while mom got out of the house on Sat...I have been noticing this for a while, but Z just cannot keep his eyes off of his dad. It's incredibly sweet, but I must admit I'm a bit jealous!

River Rat

2008-07-07T19:38:00.000-07:00

Zack's first trip to the river was fun for everyone. He just LOVES the water!Time to go home :(

Independence Day a couple days early!

2008-06-28T14:44:00.000-07:00

Zack has had a rough week, but in spite of it he started doing a couple things on his own..the bottle I'm fine with, but I think I'll continue to help with the spoon...ewwwww!

Beat the Heat!

2008-06-22T18:11:00.000-07:00

Today was Z's first trip into our pool. Auntie Joni came over and we had ourselves a blast in the new Crazy Crab!

New toys

2008-06-16T19:37:00.000-07:00

When you can sit up (most of the time) a whole new world of toys opens up...we pulled a few new ones out of the closet...this one was a big hit (lots of light and noise!)

Happy Father's Day!!

2008-06-16T19:32:00.000-07:00

We celebrated with a nice bbq with Kevin's parents and my mom. It was a gorgeous day outside, so Z decided to roll in the grass for a bit. A really nice time was had by all!

Zack gets all the chicks

2008-06-09T21:06:00.000-07:00

It was a girl's weekend...a few friends came in from out of town and came over to visit Z on Sunday...I'm not sure I held him all day!

You'd be smilin' too!!

Field trip!

2008-06-01T16:57:00.000-07:00

well...to the backyard while mom gardened and dad cleaned the pool. Busted out the new party tent for the occasion. I like to rip grass out and get dirty!

Talkin' and Bouncin' on his 8th Month Birthday!

2008-05-28T19:28:00.000-07:00

Zack celebrated his eight month birthday by working on his consonants...looks like we'll be hearing Dada before we ever hear Mama!

Afterward he felt like doing a little bouncing. He just figured this out a couple days ago and he would be happy if we left him in the bouncer 24 hours a day!

A day at the park

2008-05-20T20:43:00.001-07:00

Zack went to the park on Saturday with his friend T & hung out in the grass.

My first Mother's Day

2008-05-14T09:47:00.001-07:00

We had a great bbq at my Auntie's house. Wonderful food and Z was a big hit. Here are some pictures

And Z had some cards for me!

Practicing sitting up

2008-05-10T16:57:00.000-07:00

We have been working REALLY hard on sitting up. Zack can do a minute or two, then ...well...he tips over! Enjoy a few pictures and the video!!

...and here's a cute video! :) It's less than a minute.

Zack's first vacation to Cabo!

2008-05-10T16:37:00.000-07:00

We had an awesome time in Cabo....lots of "firsts". First plane trip, first hotel (unless you count the NICU), first swim, first look at the ocean...and many, many more!!! Here are a few pictures and a link to the rest....enjoy!!

http://www1.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=222960998/a=3333811_3333811/t_=3333811

Let me know if that link doesn't work!!

Learning to sit up...

2008-04-24T19:24:00.000-07:00

...under the watchful eye of Professor Tigger...

Just because...

2008-04-21T19:00:00.001-07:00

it's a cute picture :) Zack is excited about heading to Mexico next week!! Ole!

Getting BIG!

2008-04-21T18:36:00.000-07:00

We've been practicing a lot at sitting up...he may be a little wobbly, but he's getting there!

Zack and his cousins

2008-04-09T18:36:00.001-07:00

Here are two of Zack's cousins, Bret and Bridget. And HEY, I'm actually in a picture!

Six month checkup

2008-04-09T18:28:00.000-07:00

Zack is up to 13lbs 6oz and 25 inches long. He may not be on the charts, but he's doing great! YAY!

Here's a wonderful picture of Z and his granny!

A Smiley Afternoon

2008-04-08T18:41:00.000-07:00

I did a photo shoot for a friend's new baby and Z decided he wanted in on the action!!

Six Months Old!!

2008-04-03T20:21:00.000-07:00

Zack turned six months this week and was so excited he took a nap. He's had a big few days though...with bananas, carrots, sweet potatos (just today!) and lots of rolling over!

More food

2008-03-27T19:58:00.000-07:00

Moving on to carrots...these seem to be MUCH more interesting to Z than cereal. He actually seemed to LIKE carrots (unlike his parents). Go Zack!

Zack's Guardian

2008-03-27T19:55:00.000-07:00

Thunder sits near Zack and takes good care of him. He cleans his ears whenever they need it and watch out if you get too close!

Big Milestone

2008-03-24T14:11:00.000-07:00

Friday was a big day for Mr. Z. We went to lunch with Grandma and then later did some tummy time...he pushed up, started to sway and POW! over he went! I thought it was a fluke, but I grabbed the videocamera and put him back on his tummy...POW! over he went again!

He did it a bunch of times on Friday, Sat and Sunday...he has it DOWN! WOOHOO!

Happy Easter

2008-03-24T14:07:00.000-07:00

Zack had a very Happy Easter. We went to his Great Aunt Sharley's house and visited with cousins and grandparents. We had lots of good conversation and good food. Zack also got to meet his cousin Bret and cousin Bridget who is a few months older than him and spent a lot of time staring at him. Bret had a blast playing with the turtles in Auntie's yard. It was a very hot day, but everyone had a great time.

Jumping ahead...5 months old!

2008-03-21T17:26:00.000-07:00

Since I really just started this blog, I'll jump ahead. Everyone around Z already knows all his expolits as I send pictures every day! So I'll start here. Next week is Z's 6 month birthday and we jumped the gun a little to try cereal. He took it pretty well. Since every bottle feeding is a challenge and a struggle, I am very happy to have another option! We have done a serving of cereal every day for four days and today we did two. He did great!

We also worked hard on his sitting up in his Bumbo chair. He likes to watch Ultimate Fighting and Freecreditreport.com commercials!

Zack's Birthday

2008-03-20T11:00:00.000-07:00

It was the day before my baby shower...I was going to take a half day at work so I could clean my carpets and plant flowers...wellllll...then the pain began. I was at work and felt like something was terribly wrong. I went to the doctor and she told me to get to L&D immediately...that Zack was going to make his debut that afternoon...and he did. It was scary, but he was a healthy, happy 4lbs 3oz and 17.5 inches long. Both Grandma and her friend Judi and Kevin made it there with plenty of time to spare. Aunt Kim made it, too!

Zack was in the hospital for 31 days with wonderful nurses who took such good care of him and taught Kevin and I SO much! Zack just needed to learn to eat and put on a few lbs! He did a good job of that and went home on October 30th at 5lb 3oz. Halloween Eve!