And The Crowd Goes Wild!
Well, maybe just Emmett. He’s learned to clap in the past week, and honestly, it’s all the kid wants to do, whether the timing is appropriate or not. Whatever – it’s darn cute…
Emmett was learning to clap while we were visiting my family in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for Thanksgiving last week. It was the first time my family was all together since Emmett and Gus were born, and the first time my extended family met Gus, so it was a lot of fun. Gus is a lot more interactive than the last time I visited with him, so it was interesting to see the two babies get along. Although most of the interactions between them involved Emmett sitting on and poking at Gus’ face, it was great to have them both in the same room.
Some highlights in pictures:
Emmett attempts a game of Patty Cake with Gus
Gus tells a very engaging story to Emmett, Aunt Lulu & Gran-D
Gran-D jumpstarts Emmett's gambling problem
Nana causes Gus to make odd facial expressions
Emmett practices his clapping
The babies’ first Thanksgiving was a big success in my opinion. And if Emmett were still in my belly, he would’ve been about the size of a 20 lb. turkey 
Hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving!
To view more pictures from Thanksgiving, check out my Thanksgiving ‘09 set on Flickr.
Age Timer: 10 months, 2 weeks
Babysitting Ben
I can’t believe it’s already been 10 months since Emmett was born, yet it still seems like so long ago. This past Sunday, James, Emmett and I went to Shawn and Sara’s to babysit one-month old Ben while they went out for a lunch date, and it seemed like such a flash back.
I also realized how much easier it is to look after a one-month old than it is a 10-month old. My gosh! It’s crazy to think about how our lives have evolved in 10 months.
Checking out his cuz
Sleepy Ben
James pacifying Ben
Oh, what Shawn and Sara are in for in 9 months …
Age Timer: 10 months
Mr. Sippy
About a couple of months ago, I started getting ready for the weening-off-the-bottle-to-sippy-cup phase. I bought some transitional sippy cups from Munchkin (which have a soft spout made of a silicon material similar to Emmett’s bottle’s nipples) and even the real things, planning to be fully prepared. When I first gave Emmett the transitional sippy, his reaction was basically, “What the heck is this thing?” which then of course resulted in frustration and the cup bouncing off the floor. I decided to put it away and try it again another day.
Well, “another day” turned out to be today, and I’m happy to report some mild success! Watch as Emmett investigates and tests his sippy.
Investigating the Sippy
So far, they seem to be working out great! No leaking, easy-to-grip. I definitely recommend them if you’re looking for a training cup. Check ‘em out here.
Age Timer: 10 months
The Apple Remedy
Emmett spent last weekend up in Maine with Gran Lucy and Grandpa Mac to give James and I some time alone to celebrate our 2-year (dating) anniversary. While it was fun to do some adult things like go out to dinner in Harvard Square, have intelligent conversation and see a movie at the theater, I’m not gonna lie – I missed the little goober.
Of course he just had to do some growing while we were away. Lucy noticed a budding tooth in the front, top row of his gums while he was in her custody, which has without a doubt contributed to his crankiness this week. Luckily though, Lucy also came up with what I’m calling the apple remedy: a semi-peeled apple for Emmett to chew on, which really does the trick. It keeps him occupied, and it feels good on his gums. A lifesaver! Check out the apple remedy in action:
Tart!
The Apple Remedy
In other news, it’s my sister’s (Aunt Adrienne) birthday today. Happy Birthday, A!
Age Timer: 9 months, 3 weeks
Happy Halloween from a Ferocious Blue Monster
That’s right – ferocious. Or maybe just adorable. Either way, Emmett’s costume is awesome. Too bad he’s a little young for trick-or-treating and we have no place to show it off. I’m actually thinking of taking him to the supermarket today for some grocery shopping, because at least some people will be able to see him costumed in person. That is, if he can tolerate being in it for more than 5 minutes (the current record).
Ferocious Blue Monster
"Too Cute to Scare" shirt from Aunt Sara & Uncle Shawn
For mischeif night last night, I carved a pumpkin, toasted the seeds (which are DELICIOUS) and James built our first fire in the apartment’s fireplace. Needless to say it was a nice little fall evening. I’m also pretty darn proud of how well my jackolantern came out. It’s an owl!
Owl Jackolantern
James and Emmett cozying up by the fire.
In past news, Emmett had his 9-month checkup the other week. He was a super champ through the bloodwork. He didn’t even make a peep - it was incredible – though he wailed when they gave him his shots. He’s now a whopping 20 lbs. 4 oz. (46th percentile) and 30.5 inches “tall” (97th percentile). Again, one of the tallest kids in his class!
We had a couple of fun visits this past week. My best friend Niki stayed with us last weekend, and we had a visit from my good friend, Lauren, from high school last Wednesday. More aunts for Emmett!
Crazy Aunt Niki - "We're drying our hair!"
Aunt L
I’m also convinced that Emmett is extremely close to saying “mamma.” In fact, it sounds like he’s already saying it (although he might not exactly know what he’s saying)! Check out this video for evidence. What do you think?
Age Timer: 9 months, 2 weeks
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