Mr. Multi-Tasker

Our new reality with a talking baby.  Luca walked around the back room for about an hour while talking on his play phone.  Apparently, someone was telling him jokes on the other end of the phone.  He would kind of laugh and squint his eyes while he was walking!  It was sooooo funny.

Eating Like a Big Boy

Our first attempt to let Luca feed himself.  Pretty messy, but fun.

First Haircut

Luca was so well behaved while getting his hair cut!  Definitely a mover and a shaker...but no tears and no missing ears!

Family Time

Out for a little stroll with the cousins from California.  What a great time we all had in Pierre.  And...we get to see them again in a couple weeks!!!!

Head Banger

We're not exactly sure what Luca is doing here...but he seems to have stopped for now.  Probably something he learned from his silly cousins.

I Hear The Train A Comin'

Another one of Luca's new tricks.  Every time a train goes by...we get the choo choo motion!

I love Grandma's Beans

Luca learned a new word the other day.  Beans!

First Feeding

This is really the first time that we have allowed Luca to attempt to feed himself with an eating utensil. He lived dinner...and his face loved the sauce!

Listen Papparazzi!

Stop taking pictures and start pushing me!

First Haircut

Luca had his first haircut on 4/24. He behaved remarkably well! Here is a little before and after montage.

Park Time

Other than constantly wanting to go "side" (outside)...Luca is infatuated with sticks.

Cousins and Aunts

Yep...we're related.

Rocking Good Time

Luca helping Dad spread some rocks in the backyard.

Safety Officer

Safety First at QCB!

All Hail Rio

Luca watching his favorite movie, Rio.

Bathing Like A Rockstar

Having a little fun with Luca's hair before we cut it. We'll see if we actually go through with cutting those precious curls.

First Ever B & G

Luca got his first cone at B & G Milkyway...there is no going back now! He loved it!

Yard Work

Luca helped Dad get the lawn raked...hard to believe it was on April 2nd! 83 degrees and beautiful outside.

First Ever Nap with Dad

Luca has never taken a nap with Dad before...he has always considered time on the bed with Dad as play time. All that has changed now. What a sweet boy!

Some pics from the last few Days

From his new Sock Monkey "Marcel", to his new pair of Converse. There is no denying Luca's unbelievable cuteness!

Clean Mouth

Luca LOVES to brush his teeth.  Anytime we say it...he gets a big grin on his face and starts doing the brushing motion with his hand.  It's almost like we're saying Banana!

Fun at the Bakery

Luca can entertain himself...sometimes.

Butterfly House with Aunt Mary

Aunt Mary and Lizzie came to visit us and we decided to go to the Butterfly House.  Luca loved watching the butterflies...he didn't care for the humidity or heat.

Walking Tall

Luca takes his first steps to Mom.  He had taken 1 or 2 "falling" steps before this...but he really walked this time!  We are fortunate to get it on video!

Catch

Luca has his own version of catch...mostly just throw the ball wherever he feels like it and I retrieve it.  Wait a second, who is training who?

Can You Dig It?

Dancing Fool.

A Little More Swing Time

I seriously love swings!

Luca hanging at the park with Sylvester on the swings.  Sylvester is a little bit more excited than Luca...almost like it's the best thing he's ever done.

Ready to Ride

Looking forward to getting back on the bike. Luca is sporting his new helmet so he and Dad can tackle the bike trail this summer!

New Do

Having some fun with Mom and Dad after my bath.

Spring is here!

I can see you Spring! I know I can!

Being silly while eating

Sometimes we need to say Aaaaahhhhh to get Luca to open his mouth to eat...I really do believe he is making fun of me here.

1st Birthday!!!

Photos and Videos from Luca's First Birthday!

Technology

Luca understands the concept of answering phones now...he even does it with his play phone!

Giggling Burpies

Kristine was practicing her burpies for CrossFit and Luca thought it was pretty ridiculous/hilarious.

Climbing the Steps

Luca is getting really good at climbing the steps in the house...and fast too.  I don't think it will be too long before he is walking.

One Year Checkup

30" Length (50th percentile). 18.25" Head Circumference (50th percentile). 20 lbs. 5 oz. (15th percentile). Dr. Nelson said that the thrush is a little resistant to the Nystatin...just going to have to try Diflucan. No big deal. 4 shots today for Luca. He had a big cry right away...but came around fairly well. Lots more sniffling and whining than the last few times we've had shots. All is good though.

Well deserved day off

A little fun time on the couch on our day off.

Teething, Giggling Luca

Luca is working on his 1 year molars...Kristine rubbed a little Rye Whisky on his gums. This was his reaction coupled with lots of giggling. I think we're in trouble.

Old Man Butt

Somebody is ready for bath time

Luca knows the sound of water running for his bath. He crawled out of his room and went right to the bathroom to check on the progress of the filling tub.

11 month Big Toe!

He is definitely still growing!

Out of this world

We love our little space man to the moon and back!

Ecuadorian Heritage

Luca is showing his heritage and has really taken a liking to chewing on the Lamb Chop bones.

Happy Baby

Happy Baby Boy

Luca is having a great time today with Dad eating sweet potatoes.

When I grow up...I want to be just like Daddy

Bakery play

Luca has a ton of toys at home...but he is VERY happy playing in an empty box at the bakery.

Gorgeous.

Teeth Cleaning

Luca has 6 teeth now and another couple on the way.  I guess it's time to start practicing brushing his teeth.  He already loves the electric toothbrush...but I think it tickles his mouth.

Wild Man Hair

Sometimes when I wake up in the morning...this is what my bed head looks like!