The Newsboy FINALLY fits!

So, I had bought this uber-adorable newsboy hat for Isaac well before he had even made his grand entrance into this world. I couldn't resist, it was just too darn cute to pass up. Since I hadn't had a baby before, I had no idea about sizing on anything. And totally miscalculated this one. I was thinking that it would fit him in October, and be able to wear it to my brother's wedding. But alas, it was far too big then. But of course, of COURSE now that it's January, and won't be wearing anything but fuzzy, warm, woolen hats out of the house, it fits him now. . . . A R G !

My, isn't he dashing!

For Christmas this year, my mom knit Isaac a really fabulous sweater. And I was really glad that it fits him so perfectly right now, since we've been getting more than our share of snow around here. It's nice to know that he's quite cozy.

I still wish I had some sort of tangible talent like that, but alas I don't. Apparently wedding planning and organizing, aren't as adorable.

And oh yes, those are real wooden heart buttons on there folks!

Isaac vs. Oatmeal

Well folks, tonight was a big night here in the Trance home. I was pretty ampted up about it too. I would like to think that perhaps some of my over excitement rubbed off on the baby, perhaps. Okay, I'll just keep telling myself that it did.

Isaac has always been a very, VERY good eater, but lately I've been feeling that he just isn't being fully satisfied with what I can and have been giving him. So I did a little research, asked a few close friends who are also moms, and checked in with my pals at Gerber, and decided that it may be a fantastic time to try a little oatmeal. No need to worry yourselves, I got the organic kind.

So tonight, after a little bit of bottle was in his adorable belly, Michael and I helped him try his very first bowl of oatmeal. And of course, being the overly obsessive photographer mom that I am, I was sure to document this moment! I mean, of course I HAD to, this is a big deal! Someday when he's older and munching away at some greasy spoon, he'll thank me. Hmm, maybe not, but I'll be sure to remind him to! Ha.

Well, all in all I'd say he did pretty good for his first attempt at some real food. He got a good three or four spoonfulls in there!

I absoultely love the "ack, what the eff is this stuff" face!

Isaac's Big Accomplishment!

So, this morning as I was taking Isaac's picture, while he was enjoying his new activity mat, he ROLLED HIMSELF OVER!! I got so excited that I startled him! Poor little guy. I didn't capture the moment itself, because I was just too excited!

But no worries, I'm sure I will!

Christmas

Well, I think that all in all Christmas was a huge success for our family this year! We were truly blessed to be able to spend the holiday together. Ian spent Christmas Eve at his mom's house, so that he could wake up with his brother Henry. This was the first year that's been able to happen,m and since chances are, Isaac wouldn't be as much fun, we thought Ian would have a better, more memorable time over there.

Isaac gave me the greatest gift of all, and slept until after 8:00am! Which in itself was simply amazing.

Once Ian and Henry had their Christmas morning together, he and his mom headed over to our house for breakfast. It was really nice having us all together, I mean isn't that what the holidays are all about?

Alecia stayed and helped Isaac open his stocking, which was adorable and fun. After that we headed in to the living room, and let the present opening commence! We had no doubts that Ian would make out like a bandit, Santa must have him on the tippity top of his nice list. I'd like to think that our homemade holiday goodies helped do the trick, those candy cane brownies were clutch!

After a few naps, and a few dozen new toys were opened and played with, we headed over t my parents. My brother had been waiting for us very patiently I must say.

By the end of the day Isaac pretty much grasped the concept of opening a present. He'd grab hold of a little tear on the package, then start flapping his arms! Hilarious approach, but incredibly efective!

It was really a wonderful Christmas.

Creating a lil' Holiday Magic

Because of the upcoming Christmas holiday, Ian an an early dismissal today, which worked out fantastic for my master holiday baking extravaganza plan! I had never made any sort of gingerbread house before and I saw a way to make them out of graham crackers instead. It looked pretty simple, and I'm usually incredibly crafty, so I thought that we'd give it a go.

My mom had seen a kit to make them out of rice krispie treats, and snagged that one for Michael. We all had a blast making them!

I think that Ian's turned out to be the best of them all. Mine had quite a bit of "structural damage" as I was calling it.

Im almost certain that Ian ended up eating just as much candy as he used for his house! (Thus the blank stare in the picture!)

After the houses were finished, and Michael and Isaac were down for a snooze, I went baker bananas! I made candy cane brownies, peanut butter cookies with hersheys hugs, and three batches of sugar cookies, all decked out with cinnamon dots and colored sugars of course.

Since I'm still at war with my baby weight, I will be giving, sending, throwing these goodies at anyone who comes close enough. . . watch out!

monumental Moments!

So over these past few days, Isaac has had two major accomplishments! Firstly, I put together his baby einstein activity center from his grandparents, so I could do a few things around the house. At first I only put a few of the toys on it, so he wouldn't be too overwhelmed. Well, he just LOVED it! I was worried that he would get frustrated with it, but he did really well with it!

Also on the mommy brag list, Isaac sat up by himself in his tub two nights ago! I couldn't believe it! He's been trying to sit up for a while, and he got so proud of himself when he finally did it! Ugh, I'm so proud!