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Kueffer enjoyed his first Thanksgiving. Despite teething and a little cold, he was as charming as ever! Here are some photos of our 'little Turkey' with family!

Happy Thanksgiving!

We have so much to be thankful for...even more this year with the arrival of our 'little turkey' Kueffer. We wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!

I missed Daddy!

Kueffer and Mommy went home for a couple of days to visit Grandpa Bob. Grandpa returned home from the hospital last Friday after his 'ankle accident', so we thought a quick visit may help the medicine go down a bit sweeter. We had a great time and Kueffer was very excited to see Grandma and Grandpa, Aunt Lisa, Uncle Darryl and Quinten. (Cousin Brock was busy with basketball so we missed him on this trip.)

We returned home today and here are some photos of Kueffer and Daddy. You can see how happy they were to see each other!

It's gonna happen SOON!

Kueffer was up on all fours last night and actually moved forward...yikes! He is going to start crawling very soon.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Kueffer and Monkey go for a walk

Today we took advantage of the beautiful weather and went for a walk. We were so happy to be outside enjoying the warm weather before it gets too cold. We walked for well over an hour and Kueffer did not fall asleep until we were 1/2 a block from our home!

Aunt Bobbi gave Kueffer his new monkey friend, that we all named 'Harley'. He loves Harley!

My Grandpa is Tough!

This past weekend, Kueffer made his first visit to the hospital. Grandpa Bob broke his ankle last Wednesday cutting down a tree, so we went to visit him. Grandpa is doing okay, suffered a compound fracture, but okay.

Last week when Grandpa Bob was cutting down the tree, part 0f it fell on his leg. He had to actually use the chainsaw to cut the tree so that he could get his leg out. He then dragged his leg to the truck to call a neighbor (Thanks, Tom!) to come help him. No, he did not have his cell phone on him...probably will from now on! We all thought Grandpa was tough, but WOW! He IS tough!

AND Kueffer's cousin Quinten broke his foot he same day...left side, just like Grandpa Bob...both were at the same hospital, at the same time...WIERD!

These events make us even more mindful of all that we have to be thankful for!

Here is a photo of Kueffer with his Grandpa Bob...We love you!

"He's going to be a very active baby..."

Kueffer's pediatrician told me at his 2 month visit that he was going to be very active. Then at the 4 month visit, reconfirmed this. Kueffer is 'talking' and rolling over, never wants to stop as there is just too much for him to do! :) He is perfecting the art of the raspberry so we wanted to share this adorable video with you.

He is very close to crawling...eek! He is up on all fours and scooting now...Not sure if Mommy and Daddy are ready for this, but he is not slowing down!

Happy Birthday, Daddy!

Today is Daddy's birthday. Mommy planned a mini photo session, but as you can see, the model was more interested in the bow and his toes than smiling!

Anyway, we hope you have a great day...we love you!

*Note: I had planned some really cute photos, party hat and all...but as most models go, this one was being a challenge. Annie Leibowitz, how do you do it?! :)

Ummm!

Kueffer had his 4 month pediatrician visit on Wednesday. Everything went very well! Once again, Dr. Espe confirmed that we have a very active baby boy- gulp! and that he looks great- duh! :) He has grown 6 inches since he was born and weighs a healthy 15 lbs. 12 oz. The Dr. said that Kueffer can now have rice cereal. I don't know how I feel about this...this is a sign that he is becoming a 'big boy' and Dr. Espe could tell- said that they seem much bigger than a baby once they start eating 'real food'. Sigh...

So...we introduced Kueffer to rice cereal mixed with diluted apple juice last night. He did not really go for it. Lots of 'yuck' faces! Today, I tried again. Seemed much more into it today. Okay, so maybe he was more into the 'cool spoon', but whatever! He did a bit better- definitely wearing more than was eaten. Perhaps the timing of learning how to 'raspberry' along with learning to eat was not the best...

New Friends

We are so excited- One of Mommy's college friends and her family just moved from SF to KC! Kueffer and I went to welcome them to our town this afternoon and had such a great time catching up.

Even though we had lived so far apart and lost touch over the last couple of years, we are finding out how much our lives are the same. Kueffer was born 2 weeks after their little boy, Brodie. I can't wait for them to become great friends...here is a photo of the new playmates.

Election Day!

The 2008 Election Day is only hours away ...so exciting! In Kansas, we can cast our ballots early so Mommy and Daddy have already voted. Kueffer just wants to remind everyone to get out and vote. No matter what your party affiliation, this is a very exciting and history making election. Please exercise your right as an American and vote!

*okay, so he does not look that excited in the photo- trust me, he is! :)

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Anyone that doesn't like vegetables, just hasn't met the right one!

Happy Halloween!

Happiest Pumpkin!

How can any day be bad when it starts out like this?

What a Weekend...part 2

On Sunday, Kueffer, Mommy and Daddy went to another Halloween party. Mommy had the brilliant idea to dress up as a family. We went as a spider (Kueffer) and spider's web (Mommy and Daddy)! We did not win the costume contest and, although I think we were cheated, I am coming to terms with it! :)

Here are some cute pics of the spooky spider family!

What a Weekend- part 1

All week I have been volunteering with the Junior League for our annual Holiday Mart. This year, I was on the HM committee which meant I was there each day from Tuesday until Sunday...whew! Each night, Matt and Kueffer spent some wonderful 'Daddy/Son Bonding Time' which I know that they both loved. On Saturday, Kueffer had his first Holiday Mart shopping experience with Grandma Mary Ann, Aunt Lisa, Aunt Bobbi and Mommy. He was such a good sport and several other shoppers commented on how much fun he seemed to be having (such a charmer) and how cute he was...well, duh! :)

He is going to be the best shopping buddy with his mommy!

Here is a photo of Kueffer with his Aunt Bobbi at the end of a long shopping day.

Owen, 1997-2008

Owen was a great cat. He will be missed.

'Lil Punkin

On Saturday we visited the pumpkin patch. Okay, yes, it was definitely more for Mommy than Kueffer, but hey- a photo op is a photo op, right? It was a gorgeous fall day! We went to Deanna Rose Farm and rode on the horse drawn wagon to the pumpkin patch. I could tell Kueffer was very excited ...well, he did not fall asleep! He was such a good sport and so was Matt...Daddy thought it was a little silly (okay, A LOT silly) but I insist that one day when he looks back on the photos that he will love that we took him, even at 3 1/2 months, to his first pumpkin patch!

The whole outing only took about 30 minutes total- we arrived, went to get the pumpkins and then left...you just don't waste time with a baby, huh?! :)

Happy Fall!

'Tis the Season to be Spooky...'

Yippee!, Halloween is upon us! Quite a while ago, I could not resist and bought Kueffer's halloween costume. I found the cutest devil costume at Pottery Barn Kids and could not wait to show Matt. Being the reasonable guy that he is, he told me that I should not go overboard (me?!) and only get him 1 costume. Of course, I agreed. I even found that he had made a reminder on his iPhone to see if I did only purchase 1 costume...ugh! I fully planned on sticking to that agreement, but...As of last night, we are up to 3! Please, let me explain...

Okay, first there is the devil costume...so cute! We attended our first halloween party yesterday and, after he woke, Grandma Karen and I wrestled him into it. He looked adorable, of course!

Now for #2...We are attending another halloween party next Sunday and are all supposed to be in costume. Initially, I looked for ideas that would incorporate the devil costume...devil and mommy and daddy as 2 angels, devil and nun and preist (thought against that as we don't want to offend anyone)...Matt vetoed these. Okay, then moved on to the obvious- 3 little pigs, 3 blind mice, 3 amigos, ...Matt's response...'no, no, no'...then used pop culture as inspiration- democrat, republican (wouldn't Kueffer be the cutest elephant?) and Ralph Nader...No! , Okay...Martha Stewart (me) Kueffer as a cupcake, and Matt as...a rolling pin! He actually contemplated that one! Well, after I had almost given up we decided on....drumroll, please...Matt and I as a spider web and Kueffer as a spider! Whew, finally!

and #3...last night at dinner for Uncle Brad's birthday, Aunt Michelle said that she had bought him a carrot costume! How cute will that be?! I love how almost everyone is on board with my obsession with adorable clothes!!!

I will definitely post pics of all three costumes...and probably more!

Above is a photo of Grandma Karen and Daddy from our party yesterday. Kueffer was so tired, but such a good baby. He was not into the devil horns, so did not wear those!

Coffee....ummm...'Milk Talk"

Kueffer is quite a little chatterbox. So much so that even in the morning when he is taking his first bottle, he will stop mid-way to have a little chat. He will get this look on his face and then start gurgling, going on and on! Mommy enjoys these 'morning conversations' as he is so expressive and obviously has so much to say. His little personality is getting more and more adorable each day. What a ham!

Follow up to the post regarding our family photo...We received a call from the photographer this week regarding when we would like to schedule a time to view the photos. We were not looking forward to seeing them thinking that they would be AWFUL, but apparently they are great. She wants to use a couple of them in her new brochures!...We can't believe it and now are dying to see them! Of course, we realize that they are good because of the star....Kueffer. He is so cute, how could any photos of him not be perfect?!

You Make Me Feel Like Dancin'

Kueffer is really kicking and moving his arms so much lately. He gets so excited and responds to us in such an adorable way. As you can see from the video though, he is not that good with direction sometimes! Enjoy! :)

Babysitter Spotlight- Uncle Brad

Kueffer's Uncle Brad sat with him on Sunday night while Matt and I attended a dinner. Brad is great with babies and we loved that they were able to spend some time together. We know Brad is very busy, so we truly appreciate it! (He even had to go into work after he left our house!!!)

Thanks, Uncle Brad!

Note...that picutre is not from Sunday night. Kueffer is MUCH bigger than that now! This photo was taken while we were still in the hospital. You could already see how much they like each other!

Sweeter than Candy Corn

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It is finally feeling a bit more like fall around here and with the cooler weather comes new fall clothes! Kueffer received this adorable Halloween outfit from his Aunt Bobbi, so we could not wait to wear it! (yes, WE...see how happy he is?!) Actually, last week when Grandma Mary Ann came to visit, she brought several new outfits from Aunt Lisa and Grandpa and Grandma. Grandma Karen went shopping for Kueffer too!

With all of the new fall styles, Mommy is getting a bit jealous of Kueffer's fall wardrobe and very full closet.

Let the Fall Fashion Season begin!

Happy 3 month Birthday to you...

Kueffer turned 3 months old yesterday! It is so hard to believe that this sweet little baby has been with us 3 months. In some regards, it is hard to imagine that it has only been 3 months because we can't imagine our lives without him. He has changed so much and we have loved every (okay, MOST every) minute. That first night, we did not think that we would make it through. Now we can't wait for him to get up and smile at us in the morning.

Everyone said that having a baby would completely change our lives and we had no idea what to expect. They were all right- our lives are totally different and we would not change it one bit!

p.s. Happy Birthday, Grandma Mary Ann! :)