June 12, 2009

A Day in the Life of Andrew (In Photos)

Andrew turns eighteen months old this week, and he’s deep in the throes of toddlerhood now. Here is “a day in the life” of Andrew:

Breakfast

Breakfast on the deck is often a good calming way to start the day, watching birds, bunnies, and squirrels. This morning’s menu: milk, oatmeal, blueberry muffin, and banana.

First Tantrum of the Day

Tantrums are a normal part of everyday life with a toddler. It’s just the way it is.

Soothed by his blanket

Andrew’s blanket is like a fifth member of our family.

Wrestlemania

If Andrew could talk he’d likely say, “”You want piece of me, Dada. I take you down to Chinatown.”

Dad off to work

It’s a daily ritual that Andrew waves goodbye to me as I drive off to work. I suppose starting next month, he’ll have to wave goodbye as I descend the basement stairs.

At the Pool During Caleb’s Swim Team

Crackers help him cope with not being allowed in the pool. I think he’s pondering whether or not he could throw this cracker at the lifeguard and get away with it.

Working at the Car Wash

Andrew “assists” in cleaning the car. He also makes a really good target for Caleb (aka “the Hoser”).

Water. water. and more water

A sprinkler a day keeps the insanity at bay

Andrew’s Very First Popsicle

It was love at first lick.

Nap time

Rest time for Mommy? Hardly! Dishes to clean. Laundry to fold. Dinner prep to begin. But, at least she can do it without a kid hanging on her leg.

Lunch
On the menu: mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, nectarines, and milk

Indoor play

Quick break for hug with mommy

Managing the Stairs

One of many times in a day that he slithers down our stairs. We have a split level house with three sets of stairs, so he’s mastered this technique.

Car Rides

One of his least favorite activities

At the Library

A toddler in a library can be like a bull in a china shop. Don’t get him within arms reach of a shelf of books or they’re all coming down.

Dad’s Home

And time for Jedi Knight training with our light sabres.

And Hand to Hand Combat Training

As you can see, a lot of wrestling goes on at our house.

And Yet More Wrestling

Dinner Time

On the menu: maple mustard pork chops, pasta salad, corn on the cob, sweet potatoes, and watermelon.

Still Dinner Time

How sweet, he’s offering to share his cookie. I respectfully decline.

Teeth Brushing

Bedtime

And that’s the show. Good night!

The last eighteen months have flown by, and it’s so fun to see him growing and learning and becoming his own person!