Trick or Treat!

So did you know if you knock on someone's door and your daddy says "Trick or Treat" they give you candy? I didn't know this either but now I know the secret to getting candy anytime I want it! I like this Halloween stuff, does it happen often? Parties at school, running around the neighborhood when I usually am sleeping; what more could you ask for?!

On Halloween Daddy and I put on our Seahawks jeresy and pretended to be Matt Hasslebeck and Patrick Kerney. We went around the neighborhood with my pumpkin bucket and collected some good candy that Mommy and Daddy let me have a bit of. I really like candy!

We've had a bit of excitement in our house lately; we just had both of our bathrooms remodeled. Mommy and Daddy are really happy. Mommy's happy with the new pretty bathrooms, and Daddy's happy that Mommy's happy. I like the new tub and shower too but I especially like all the new doors I can play with. Photos: click here

Goin' to the Big "D"

Just got back from a nice quick visit at Uncle Shane and Aunt Wendi's house in Dallas. Mom played hookie from work and we left Wednesday night and stayed until Sunday.

I got to hang out with my super cool older cousin Blane. I loved imitating him and following him around. Mommy and Daddy got to meet Blane's new baby bro and my other new cousin Wayne. He's so tiny! I didn't care if Daddy held the baby but it really bothered me when Mommy held him, she's mine!

While we were in Dallas we went to the Dallas aquarium; it was really fun to see all the animals they had there. There were not only fish but also penguins, a 3 toed sloth, frogs, bats and bugs. I had a good time and so did Blane but Wayne just slept the whole visit and only woke up to eat.

We ate a lot of BBQ while in Texas, I think Daddy watches Food Channel too much because we had to try all the BBQ places that had been mentioned on TV. We also drove by the new Cowboys Stadium, and boy is it big!

While we were in Dallas Nanny drove in from Oklahoma to visit too. At first I didn't remember her too well and wasn't sure if I wanted to play with her but then Mommy reminded me that she's the one who sends the cool toys and we played a lot.

We had a nice visit and I was pretty good on the flight. Mommy and Daddy said next trip I have to have my own seat. I think that sounds good to me because I don't really like sharing anyway.

How to ride a Horse, Wyatt style!

Tiger Town

This weekend Mommy and Daddy all but abondonded me; they said it was for a good cause, The LSU Tigers came to Seattle!

On Friday night I hung out with my babysitter Amy so Mommy and Daddy could go cut a rug at the Zydeco Kickoff Party in Seattle with G, Boogs, Randi and Jon. Mommy and Daddy said they had a lot of fun and loved that Horace Trahan played his "Big Butted Woman" song.

On Saturday Mommy and Daddy again left me with the babysitter to go tailgating and to watch the LSU Tigers play the UW Huskies. It was a good game; I watched a bit on TV as per Mommy's request. Mommy and Daddy said they had fun but didn't enjoy sitting with all the UW season ticket holders and thought they might get in trouble for cheering too much.

We spent Sunday at G and Papa Boog's house relishing in the victory and had dinner with Randi and Jon before they went back to Texas and Louisiana. It was a fun weekend but I hope I get to go to the next football game Mommy and Daddy attend because I'd make a great cheerleader.

My First Week of School

Last week was my first week at school (well, Mommy and Daddy call it daycare, but I'm learning so much, I'm calling it school). It's a bit scary each morning, so I make Mommy or Daddy stay with me until I get used to the chaos, then they "sneak" out of the room (I let them think that I don't see them, it makes them feel appreciated).

Below you'll find some pictures that Dad has taken in the mornings. Next week, it's all Daddy dropping me off as Mommy is going to be going to work before I wake up. I'll miss her, but she'll pick me up in the afternoons, which will be nice.

All Things New

Over the summer I've discovered a few new tricks as ways to get what I want. Mommy's been teaching me some baby signs so now I can let her know when I'm hungry or when I want more of something. I also have a sign for Cisco and for duck. Mommy and Daddy think signing is a great alternative to screaming. (Don't tell them but I enjoy the screaming since it makes them move faster.)

I've been working on my walking and dance moves, my latest dance moves are hip wiggles and turning circles until I get dizzy and fall to the ground. I'm pretty good at walking except sometimes walls and corners jump out at me. I don't like that too much. Mommy says if I keep it up I'm going to have to wear a helmet, I hope she's joking.



Monday morning I start school. I think I'm excited to hang out with a whole new group of friends. Mommy is a bit apprehensive but feels like it will be good for me to socialize with kids my own age. Mommy and I went to visit and play with the kids the other day and were a bit overwhelmed at how well they all played and how coordinated some of the kids are.

School of Hard Knocks

Today was a rather dreary day here in Seattle and so for some afternoon excitement Mommy and Daddy took me to the indoor playground at the mall. I guess a lot of other parents had the same idea because the playground was busy!

Needless to say I got a quick lesson in playground etiquette which is the bigger or faster kid has the right away. I got my first bump on the head when I was plowed down but another little boy on the playground. Daddy was "lucky" enough to catch it on video. This video is not for the lighthearted so prepare yourself for some hard hitting action before viewing.



I did enjoy the playground and my battle scar isn't too bad, and of course I now have a healthy respect for bigger and faster kids.

Sizzlin' Summer Fun!

So I'm sure you all have heard about our Seattle heatwave this past week. Boy was it hot around here! Mom said it reminded her of childhood summers in the deep South. We've all appreciated the fact that our house is one of the few houses in the area with air conditioning; even had a few unexpected but much enjoyed visitors because of it.

Mommy and I have been having a somewhat lazy summer together. We've met up with our friends around town, played on my new outdoor playscape in the backyard and even broke out the little pool one day during the heatwave.

Stroller Safari

Today Mommy and I joined my friends Tom and Quincy at the Woodlawn Park Zoo in Seattle. This was my first trip to the zoo and I enjoyed looking at the animals. My favorite animals were the monkeys and gorillas because I could get close to the glass to look at them. We stopped by the petting zoo on the way out and I liked looking at the goats and sheep but wasn't really interested in touching them.

We had such a fun time, I can't wait till Mommy and Daddy take me back to the zoo.

I Can Walk!

The Friday before my surgery I took a few steps for Mommy but tonight while Mommy was teaching I walked our entire upstairs hallway for Daddy. He was smart and caught it on video so Mommy could see it when she got home. I think it's good he got to really see a major milestone present itself for the first time.

Now if I can just figure out how to run I might be able to catch Cisco!