Battle Royale Deux

Last weekend, Liam and Kayleigh had a rematch. It wasn't intended.

Everything started out nice and happy.

From Liam Pictures

However, while Mom was looking onward, Kayleigh went in for a hug and Liam thought it was an attack:

From Liam Pictures

Liam struck with a sharp hook:

From Liam Pictures

In retaliation, Kayleigh grabbed Liam by the binky tether and gave him a solid headbutt:

From Liam Pictures

From Liam Pictures

It was horrible.

Liam is a good sleeper

Liam is a good sleeper. The reason that I bring up this rather mundane fact is that every mother that I meet - this is the first or second question she will ask. Just as consistent is the disgust and resentment you can see on their face when you say your child sleeps through the night. I think it is similar to the face I would pull if I found out some one I knew won the lottery. It is for these mothers I offer with great relish that Liam is going through a growth spurt this week and has been waking up during the night (one night when we were figuring it out - 8 times.) I know it won't last forever, but we can enjoy it while its here.

New Photos of Liam

From Liam in Janua...

From Liam in Janua...

From Liam in Janua...

From Liam in Janua...

From Liam in Janua...

Why Grandmas Have Plastic Sofas

I have never understood why grandmas use plastic covers to "perserve" their furniture. It sticks to you in summer. It makes awful noises every time you move. I just didn't see that the sofa was worth the pain. However, Liam has become a spitter over the past month.

Last night, Liam started a new stage of life - he went to the regular babysitter (Grandma) for the first time. I stopped to pick him up when he was starting his evening bottle. After two minutes, Mount Liam (he has gotten chunky) erupted on to Grandma and (lucikly) her leather chair. The leather wipes down easy - Grandma probably not as much.

Our couch (that we bought only a couple of years ago) looks like desert camoflauge - tan on tan. I suppose I could offer it up for the war effort.

In any case, Liam has taught me new apprieciation for plasitic sofas and ponchos.

Liam's New Year Resolutions

Liam has worked feverishly the bast three days (between three hour naps) and here are his New Year Resolutions:
1. Walk more
2. Play more
3. Quit smoking
4. Crawl more
5. Go on a diet
6. Spit up less
7. Learn to drive
8. Learn French
9. Stay in better contact with family and friends
10. Breakdance more

We hope your holidays were great and you are looking forward to the new year.