Busy Month

Whew - October has been busy! Let's see...at the beginning of the month, FitWit sponsored the Oakhurst Arts Festival 5K in which Josh and Jill both won their age groups. I hoofed along with baby in utero and Zay in the stroller. Obviously, we didn't win anything, but it was fun. On the 12th we celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving with some friends. There are never too many occasions for turkey, stuffing, etc. Yum. Zay started preschool on the 15th. I had some reservations sending him to spend four hours with someone else twice/week, but I think it's best for all parties. He needs to socialize with other people his size and I need a few hours to myself. It's only been one week, and he's not too crazy about the idea, but it's been fun for us. He's brought home his first piece of artwork (a skillfully hand painted abstract) and walked in a Halloween Parade of costumes. It's just too cute. However, I'm wondering if I'll have to hold back tears every time I drop him off at school from now until he graduates.

The Guerrieri Grandparents were town for a while and it was fun that they got to spend time with Zay. They also got to attend the first FitWit Foundation Fundraiser. I think they had a good time. Ben, Jill, Rachel, Mom, Josh and I participated in our THIRD annual pumpkin decorating contest. Jill took home first place honors while we all got awards in other areas. We're such nerds. But it's fun. I had what should be my last ultrasound and the baby is growing beautifully. The doctor did note "big head" on the chart so it looks like the tradition will continue. :)

In FitWit news, CNN.com is doing a story on the foundation. They were already out to check out the FitTeens program at Jackson H.S. We'll also be on an online radio show tonight to discuss the foundation. We've got trick-or-treating Friday evening and a Halloween party Saturday night. So, we've been busy! A new FitWit camp starts next week and someone turns 3-0 on the 6th. :)

Happy Halloween!
Erin

Milestones

I wish I could say that I'm the kind of parent that provides constant entertainment for my child so there's just no need for the TV or videos. I cannot say that. At all. In fact, I'm celebrating because Zay appears to be at an age (FINALLY) at which he'll watch parts of a video long enough for me to make dinner or unload the dishwasher. Yay!

Mid-October Update

I really have to be better about keeping up with the posts! Things are busy. We had to start sleep training ALL OVER AGAIN since Zay escaped from his crib labor day weekend. We had been afraid to let him "cry it out" because we thought he'd make a break for it again. This resulted in him waking up 2 - 3 times/night. Just like the good old days. With a baby on the way, this really wasn't acceptable (is it ever?!). So, we had a night or two of marathon crying sessions, he seems to have accepted that he's going to have to get himself back to sleep. So, he's had two solid nights of sleeping "through the night" (8:30 - 6 or 6). If only I didn't have to pee every hour, I could enjoy the peace!

What else is going on? The Guerrieri Grandparents are coming to visit on Wednesday so we're looking forward to that. I must be nesting because I've become obsessed with cleaning/organizing the entire house. How does one accomplish that with a toddler? Suggestions are welcome. ;)

Zay is going to be a big, fat bumblebee for Halloween and I can't wait. We're having our annual family pumpkin carving contest on 10/26 so I'll post the pics of all category winners (and probably losers).

This latest pic is Zay in his new bath robe. He looks absolutely ridiculous in it.

Till next time (which I hope will be soon!)...

peace.

The Cabinet

So, Zay has a cabinet near the front door that is all his own. We keep his shoes in there so he knows where to find them and he has started getting them and putting them away by himself. Throughout the day, however, Zay enjoys putting lots of different things in his cabinet. Here is a picture of today's collection. Yes, that is a banana peel.

I Like to Move it!

Fall!

As September winds up, we're looking at a pretty busy fall season full of festivals, visits from family and getting ready for baby #2.

Josh just ended week #2 of this camp, and it's going strong. Zay is more active than ever and LOVES to walk outside. He says "buh buh" (bye bye), "uh" (up) and "ou" (out) pretty frequently.

That's about all there is to report right now. Check out the latest slide show!

Um, catching up.

So, we haven't been as regular about this as we initially intended. Actually, I've been waiting for Josh to post and he hasn't so...

In the past month, we've been busy with lots of different things. Zay is now a full-time walker, which keeps us entertained and on our toes. He LOVES dancing and can't help himself when he hears a good beat. He also really enjoys clapping, especially for himself. He isn't talking in a language we understand yet, but he tries new sounds and it sounds like he says "mama" when he's wailing away wanting to be picked up. He's an awesome little boy and he makes me laugh everyday. It's often a very tired laugh, but it's priceless.

This is the last week of a 6-week fitness camp, and I think everyone is ready for the break. Lots of FitWit folks ran/walked the Summer Shade 5K last weekend in honor of the FitWit Foundation so it was cool to see the turn-out. A new FitTeens (free program for teens at the local high school) begins Monday, and the program keeps getting better.

Josh, Zay and I are going to Cincinnati and Columbus for an extended weekend to see some good friends and some of Josh's family. I'm not looking forward to the long car ride with a very mobile toddler, but hopefully we'll make it without too much incident!

Oh - and we're going to be on HGTV's Deserving Design with Vern Yip this Saturday (9/6) at 8:30 pm. The focus is the foundation so we're excited to get the info out there. Unfortunately, we were made to do some pretty cheesy stuff, but it's all in the name of the kids! :)

Until next time...
E