David Meets Christmas

We've officially broken out the "Baby's First Christmas" gear and introduced our darling son to the wonder that is Christmas. Thank God - he loves it.

We realize David isn't quite old enough to understand the warm fuzzies that come along with the season, but he sure does like those sparkling trees and twinkling lights. We have a glowing Tigger ornament on our tree that he just about drools over (ok, so he literally does drool over it).

We've learned, however, that the green and red Christmas outfits are "gender inclusive" so we've had to answer the "What is it?" question once or twice. Thought we were past that....

And, God love him, David seems to be a fan of those delightfully tacky stuffed animals that sing and dance when you push the button on their foot/paw/ear, so you can expect our house to look a little bit like a senior center this year.

We can't wait until we can give him his "presents" - we've been warned that the wrapping and boxes will be the biggest hits of all, but that won't stop us from buying up all things bright, beautiful, and Disney!

Happiest Place on Earth

Last week, we had the joy of taking David to Disney World (for his second trip - the first one where he actually stayed awake). Before you protest, we are indeed aware that he will not remember the trip and that he will enjoy it more as he ages. Chris' family was gathering for the week in the Magic Kingdom, and we were just thrilled to be a part of the magical experience, little baby and all.

Truthfully, I think David did enjoy his time in the Disney empire. He sat up like a big kid in his umbrella stroller, watched all the lights go by, and seemed captivated by the hustle and bustle of it all. The hit of the experience was a ride on "it's a small world" which found David wide-eyed, constantly turning his head to capture every moment of the singing and movement. Sadly, the Haunted Mansion did not go over so well - apparently our little guy is not a big fan of scary yellow eyes or things that go bump in the night (he must take after his father). Another highlight of the trip was watching David interact with his little cousin Layla (6 weeks younger than him), and we got to ooh and ahh as they held hand and babbled at one another.

As always, David's presence brought so much joy and laughter to the entire family. Although Chris and I have been to Disney World countless times, it was an entirely new and exciting trip to experience the magic through the eyes of a child.

David Goes Trick-or-Treating

As is the duty of all first-time parents, Chris and I searched endlessly for the perfect First Halloween costume for little David. Truthfully, this meant we made him try on a bunch of costumes and immediately purchased the first one he did not cry while wearing.

Thus, David became the world's cutest Hot Chili Pepper. Being the cheesy individual that I am, I insisted that our little family band together in some sort of theme - and being the wonderful husband that he is, Chris played along. Together, we made up the Three Amigos (bonus points to Chris for sporting the multi-colored sombrero).

David's first trick-or-treating was a huge success. Since we only went to the homes of folks we knew, he was lavished with candy and cookies that his parents promptly enjoyed in his honor - a happy Halloween was had by all.