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Patrick Attacks Mama!

Happy Birthday Santiago Pineda

Alejandra and Chilo "The Fixer" Pineda´s son, Santiago, is celebrating his first birthday today, April 16, 2009. Happy Birthday Santi!!! Below are a few classic pics from Christmas 2008. Patrick and Santi hit it off from the start!

Almost Walking...

One Year and Counting...

Yesterday's one-year check-up was a huge success--less the vaccinations and their side-effects. Patrick ran a slight fever last night, thus we did not sleep much from about 200 am to 500am...such is life. Patrick is healthy and happy, which in the scheme of things is a wonderful combination. Next check-up is in June; we'll keep you posted.


This photo is a couple of weeks old, however, it is fairly indicative of what happens when one lets Patrick out of one's sight for 30 seconds or more..."Oh no, there goes Tokyo, oh no Godzilla..."


On the South Oval enjoying a beautiful Spring day


Patrick feeding himself. I will definitely be investing in a power-washer and a few plastic tarps for the house...


Our living room was beginning to resemble the set of Romper Room, so we broke down and bought a toy box. Another one of Mama's great ideas!


All smiles...


Happy to be at Target with Mama and Daddy!

Birthday Party Photos

Patrick's first birthday celebration was a huge success! We could not have pulled it off without Kadi's selfless dedication to taking care of business. Thanks, Kadi!


Mom and Patrick with Cole, Chris and Lena


Charlie stole the show!


Bree looks on as Patrick manhandles Lena's lollipop!


Patrick with Mama


Mama, Patrick and Daddy prior to cutting the cake

First Haircut

Patrick and Daddy got haircuts yesterday! Thanks to Anna, our new favorite stylist, Kadi and John, who, as always, were there for backup, diversionary tactics and moral support. Patrick surprised all of us by acting like he'd been getting his hair cut for years! He was "calm, cool and collected," as they used to say.

First Ice Cream

A special thanks to Aunt Hyla and Tom for having us over to celebrate Patrick's impending birthday. Kathy, Jayne, Elyse, David and Ryan were all on hand, as well. Enjoy the video of Patrick's first taste of ice cream!

Patrick and Daddy

Two weeks out...

Patrick with his Uncle Todd


Patrick and Mom


Patrick and Uncle John


Patrick's serious side


Haircut?

Eleven Months Old

Today marked Patrick's eleventh month on the planet! As custom, this afternoon we celebrated with a homemade cake. Thanks, Mama. It is absolutely mind-blowing to think that Patrick will be a year old next month. "I can't remember all the times I tried to tell myself to hold on to these moments as they pass..."

January...

Flying Solo

Patrick has officially moved out of Mamma and Daddy's room to his own palatial spread five feet away. I was under the impression that this momentous occasion would take place sometime around the boy's first birthday; however, his mother relented and decided that it was time! Upon hearing her decision, I immediately procured the Craftsman tool box and proceeded to disassemble his crib, lest Mom changed her mind in a moment of acute weakness. Less than hour later (where's Todd?) everything was set-up and Patrick had his own room...finally! He seems to be adjusting rather well; in fact, it's almost as if he doesn't notice the difference...hmmm.


What a smile!


Uncle Todd's pink toy!


Angus Young?


Reading with his Mamma


Home, home again...I like to be here when I can...

Ten Months

January 15th marked Patrick's tenth month on the planet. John and Kadi came over to help us celebrate the occasion. Thanks guys! We had a great time.


Kadi, Patrick, John and Mom blowing out the candles


Kadi and Patrick reading The Rainbow Fish


Patrick going mobile


Patrick with his Mamma


Ibid

Roatan

Learning the steps in his walker


With Anna from El Salvador who immediately fell in love with Patrick


Enjoying the pool with Mamma


On the beach


Fascinated with the waterfall