ABC's and 1,2,3's

Avery has been surprising us constantly these days with his budding knowledge. Most recently, his ability to count to three and say the alphabet to about the "G" mark. Of course, as the proud mama that I am, I ask him to perform in front of our friends, to no avail. I swear to you, I am not lying... he does do it.

I can't believe that in under a year my first son became a little boy. He speaks three and four word sentences, he helps me cook and bake (& even cleans the dishes!) and climbs up anything and everything. In a month Avery will be turning two. It is amazing to see what a bright and sensitive child we have in our midst. Ah... as you can see, someone is becoming a bit nostalgic.



So, this week, Elliott crossed the 8 week mark! Unfortunately, he did it with a nasty cough and cold. It was so nasty that we took him to the Just For Kids clinic. Thankfully the doctor didn't find anything wrong with our little man, which made Pat and myself feel so much better. And, as a bonus, Elliott got weighed while he was there - 11lbs 7oz of baby sweetness. Next week Elliott has his two month check up and his firs set of shots. Ouch!




This weekend we will be getting Avery's hair cut. I am not looking forward to it - there will be tears (from both Avery and myself) and hopefully one happy, cleaned up little boy at the end of it. I know it's just hair and it will grow back... he's just so cute with his wild curls peaking out from under his hat.

Next weekend, Pat's family will be heading into town. We can't wait. Hopefully the weather will be slightly better than it has been this week - wet and cold. Finally, this weekend has brought with it some sunshine and warmth, which means there will be nothing but BBQ's and outdoor fun for the O'Brien's. I think our weekend adventure will also include a trip to the zoo. Avery will go bananas!