One to Ten Video

We took this video last night to commemorate Sam turning 18 months. In it Sam demonstrates his latest party tricks, counting to ten in Spanish and singing his ABC's. It's a little like putting a bumper sticker on your car touting "My kid is an honor roll student", but hopefully you'll humor us and get a kick out of it. :)

Easter 2008

We enjoyed Easter this year at Mom & Dick's house along with Kristin, Bobby & Gordie. Here are a few photos of our day together.

Our little Easter Bunnies looking springy in blue & white.

Sam & Aunt Kristin.

Sam proved neither hunter nor gatherer. This one find of the yellow egg was about the extent of his egg hunt. Gordie thought the whole thing was pretty great, though, and pressed on until all the eggs were found and nestled nicely in his basket.

More boys in blue & white.

A round of "Here Comes Peter Cottontail" with Cappy on the piano.

It wasn't exactly a warm, springy day, but the sun was shining and it felt great to be outside. Looking forward to those daffodils!

Taking a stroll with Mormor. Great to finally see some patches of grass!

Maine March

Following are a few images of Sam from March...

I know, I know...everyone takes this photo of their kid. I'm sure we won't be posting pictures to our family and friends if Sam comes home with a Mohawk at age 15!

Sunny Sam.

Yup. It's still pretty wintery here in Maine. Luckily Sam seems to have nothing but fond feelings for snow and ice.

A little spring shoveling in Mom's bike helmet.

Taking a break.

Vaaacuum!

I took this picture today. The vacuum cleaner is one of Sam's greatest obsessions. He often says good morning and good night to it, and regularly demands, "Mama vacuuming!" He also will chant, "1,2, 3 vacuuming!" Not sure where that came from, but it's a good motivational cheer. I'm hoping this interest will last long enough for him to learn to operate it on his own. He's also quite fond of brooms and mops, ...as well as ceiling fans.

Construction

Kristin and Bobby just started a remodeling project at their house in Freeport. The other day Sam got a chance to check it out with cousin Gordie. A giant hole, piles of dirt, an excavator and a skid steer...eureka!

Uncle Bobby, Sam, Gordie & Mormor check out the equipment.

Gordie and his GC daddy.

Sam gives Mormor the "scoop"! (so punny...couldn't resist!)

Florida

We recently took a vacation to Florida. Kevin's parents are spending a couple of months in Fort Myers and invited us down for a few days of sun and sand. Sam & I flew down on our own, and then Kevin, who was on the road for work, jumped on a plane in NJ and joined us there. It felt great to thaw out, soak up the vitamin D, and recharge the batteries. Sam had a fantastic time, and I must say I didn't miss the whole snowsuit and boots routine!

Big Poppy Cash, Sam & Mimi on Fort Myers Beach.

Much to Sam's delight, our pool had a big waterfall. He astutely pointed out that the waterfall was noisy, like a vacuum cleaner. Following are some shots from our many visits to the pool.

Could these three be related?!

Taking a rest with Mimi...vacation can be exhausting!


We also celebrated Mimi's 60th birthday!