Go, Go, Go!

Life has become rather hectic these days with Wade's new found mobility! I haven't gotten pictures out in a while, but thought I would give you an update.

Obviously, Wade is crawling all over the place. Luke and I are also constantly on the move chasing Wade and "no" has become a predominant word in our vocabulary. Wade has even learned to shake his head "no" in response...it's hard not to laugh! Luke has of course used this to his advantage and will ask Wade questions that he will always answer "no" to.

At 7 months Wade is also pulling himself up. We've already had to move the crib down two notches! He has become Mister Independent and has to try to do everything himself...lucky us! It's so exciting though to watch him learn new things every week. I'm sure it won't be long before he's walking...then we really better watch out!!

Happy Fall

Peak-a-Boo

Wade's new favorite spot is scooting under his crib!

New York Here We Come

Wade and I flew to Syracuse, New York to visit one of my good friends. Wade was quite the trooper...he loved the plane and kept everyone entertained around him! We had a great time in New York...the boys loved playing with each other and it was great to catch up. Thanks for the excellent hospitality Cari!!

Hanging Out in the Kitchen Sink!

Tricky Lips

Dad calls this Tricky Lips...it seems to be my look lately.

Shhhh...

Taking a peek at my dad's cattle magazine before he gets home :)

On the move

This seems to be the only way we can control Wade anymore...haha! He is on the go all the time! He hasn't quite mastered crawling yet but can definitely get around. Wade popped two teeth through last week. His first came in last Thursday and the second on Saturday. He's been handling it like a tropper though, he hasn't been fussy at all...lucky us!!

Labor Day Weekend

Wade got to spend lots of time with his Plumb cousins over Labor Day! Marion, Erin, Grace and Emma flew in for the weekend. The time went by so fast...we celebrated Emma's birthday, spent time at the farm (Grace LOVED it), and went to the zoo. We all cherished the time that we got to spend with each other...too bad we all didn't live closer :)

Happy Birthday Emma!

We celebrated counsin Emma's 2nd birthday while she was here! Wade is enjoying the pool with Emma, Meghann, and Liam.

A day at the zoo

We all enjoyed a day at the zoo....what a fun filled day!

Sitting

I'm getting oh so close to sitting all by myself! How exciting!

Grandma Patti and Wade

Stopping in for a visit with Grandma Patti! We feel so lucky that we have so much of our family so close by to us. What a blessing it is!

Enjoying the Iowa State Fair

We all made a trip to the IA State Fair in Des Moines. Luke had a shorthorn heifer showing that got 1st in her class!! I think we were all "faired" out by the time we left until next year rolls around!

Swimming

I absolutely love taking a bath but this is a little overwhelming! I think I liked my pink floatee back in the room where I was on solid ground!

Getting ready!

Don't you love my pink floatee? Here I am practicing for my big swimming debut!

I Love My Bumbo Sitter!

4 Months Old

I can't believe that Wade is already 4 months old...how fast time goes by! He changes every week with all the new things he is learning to do. He is also developing quite the personality with stubbornness to go along with it :) or maybe he's just spoiled!

Wade's Lawn Service

I have the fastest lawn mower in all of Beebeetown. I can mow our yard in 15 minutes flat. Beat that Dad!!

Smile!

Great Grandma Avis

Enjoying the day with GiGi. I'm so glad that she came to visit!

Happy 4th of July

I enjoyed my first parade on the 4th...there were a lot of loud booms but I didn't mind. I slept the rest of the day away...the parade must have worn me out!

Cool Dude

I love the sunglasses that Grandma Patti brought me from Chicago!

So Peaceful

Dozer, the watchdog :)

Gone fishin'

Yes, that is a little fish you see in the picture! Haha

What is this stuff?

The doctor said I'm big enough for cereal!! I love to get it all over my face and then rub my hands in it!

Blue Belle

This past weekend one of Luke's heifers won Reserve Champion at the 2007 Shorthorn Junior Nationals in Lawton, Oklahoma. This was her first show so there should be many more successes to come!

My First 4 Wheeler Ride!

What a ride! I got so excited about seeing my daddy's cattle that by the time I got home, I fell asleep!

Look at me!

Luke thinks we have something special on our hands. Already standing at 2 months!

On the go

I'm not happy unless I'm going places...sitting is just not for me. Mom and Dad better watch out!

So sleepy

What a lifesaver the swing has become. Look at that belly!!

Bath Time!

I love taking baths, especially when water is poured on my head! I am just figuring out that if I kick my legs, I can splash water on my mom! Hahaha

Look at us!!

Enjoying Memorial Day with my cousin Ally! We were both a little crabby but Grandma Ruth survived :)

Hanging out with mom

I love to spend time with my mom, but most of all I love to stand up. Everyone tells me I am such a big boy even though Daddy calls me "Wobble."

Testing out my new contraption

What fun!

Yikes!

Mom, I really don't like this thing. Get me out!!

Allysen Marie Johnsen

Meet my new cousin, Ally. She was born on May 17th (just 6 weeks after me!). Her big sister Faith is so excited she is finally here.

Tummy Time

Enjoying some good ole Tummy Time.

Oh, Dozer

We can't forget our Dozer. He has been so good with the baby! He likes to lick Wade's feet every once in awhile and sometimes takes him his toys...it will only be a matter of time before they're playing together!

Look at my chins!

Farmer Wade

Dad sure does think I look like a little farmer!!