Day 289

Colton had a pretty uneventful day at the babysitter's, although they did report that his ear may be bothering again (have no fear...mom made an appointment for Monday morning).  Once home, Colton spent the evening with his grandmother who volunteered to come over so mom and dad could get out for a grown up night for a couple of hours. 

Day 288

The babysitter reported that Colton was not interested in eating today (although he was in good spirits), so mom was a little worried when she picked up little man.  After gobbling down an entire grilled cheese, some bread, and some mums (not to mention his bottle) at the Outback, though, mom had no more worries about Colton! 

Day 287

 Colton was labled the "class clown" today at the babysitter's house for all of his antics, including pulling the new baby's hair several times!   I guess we will have work on teaching him how to play nicely:)  Other than that, his other highlight of the day came when dad came home from work.  Colton was in his chair, drinking his bottle.  When he saw dad, he said, "da..................da...........................da."  The dots in between is because there was quite the pause in between each syllable, but Josh is convinced Colton was trying to talk to him...hmmm

Day 286

Colton and Chipper, both happy to see dad arrive home

Another day, another day spent at the babysitter.  Once home, though, Colton got to spend some time playing with Chipper.  He even got to try asparagus and chicken nuggets for dinner.  He seemed to enjoy both:) 

Day 285

Well, it was back to school for mom and Colton.  He was a little reluctant to say goodbye at first, but once he found his favorite drum, he was off and just fine according to Carol (his babysitter).  A new baby started today, so Colton is no longer the youngest, although our little peanut is still the smallest:)  Ever since the nurse's concerns last week about Colton's lack of "mama" and "dada," he seems to have responded by really amping up his verbal skills.  He is definitely saying "mama," although he certainly is not actually referring to mom while he says it! 

Day 284

Colton had a fantastic day, as he watched the Steelers clinch their #2 seed and first round bye.  He  is hopeful that his rookie season will be a Super Bowl winning one!  Aside from the Steelers game, he was also excited to try his very first Taste Unlimited sandwich.  At night, Uncle Jordan came over for a quick visit.  Colton was off to bed early as (sadly) he has to return to school tomorrow.

Day 283

OK, now it's officially happy 2011!  Colton had a good day, getting lots of errands done and eating lunch with mom and dad.  As everyone was getting ready for dinner, though, dad got a scary call that Colton's Aunt Debbie (the Va. Beach one) had a heart attack. Of course, Colton sped to the car and over to the hospital to see her and make sure she was ok...which thankfully she is:)  After the hospital adventure, Colton had to join mom and dad for a late dinner at TGI Fridays (where mom and dad met).  Colton hung in there once again, but was fast asleep as soon as the car started.