Toddler at the park

On Monday I almost broke down in tears upon realizing my baby had grown into a toddler. I have been referring to Boyd as a toddler since he could walk, but suddenly it really hit me. Maybe it was the fact that he played ball half the morning, or pushed his trucks and tractors around saying "errrr", or ran to me-said "mom" and gave me a hug, or points to what he want, has become more picky as an eater, and is now a wild man at the park (his favorite thing is now going head first down the slide). Whatever the sign, Boyd is a toddler. We continue to love him and can't wait to report more of his development. Enjoy a few pictures from last week when we returned to the park after our deep freeze was over (hopefully for the remainder of winter).

Boyd continues to be an ornery fireball, and bundle of nonstop positive energy. He brightens the lives of everyone he meets. January 2 Boyd experienced his first loss, his "Buddy"/ Great Grandpa Ramsey, passed away. Boyd has many of Great Grandpa's characteristics with his Ramsey eyes and bright smile, not to mention his charisma and ability to be a ham in all situations. As we grieve, I am grateful that Boyd had the opportunity to know and love his Great Grandpa. In Grandpa's final days Boyd would still reach for him and sit for a while (Grandpa is one of the few people Boyd would sit still for) and on Grandpa's last non coma day he and Boyd shared some icecream. They truly had a special bond. To pay tribute to Great Grandpa, Boyd sported a bow tie, my grandpa's signature clothing item. Boyd left the bow tie on all day. Great Grandpa's legacy continues, but we will miss him nonetheless.

This is the story Boyd wanted us to tell about his eye. He won the match not the door hinge.

Two headed monster.

Mr. Clean.

Just back from a run. Kicked his shoes off, now time to hydrate.

Daddy' s famous fish hook.

Christmas morning. Boyd felt sorry for the baby stuck in his crib. Try screaming for hours on end, my parents save me when I do that he said.


Kissing the babies in the book.

Despite having piles of presents, Boyd decided he would steal one from mom's pile and deliver it to Uncle Pete. I don't think the ring would fit uncle Pete.

Great Aunt Marge and Bo.

The Little Drummer Boyd and Grandma Burla rocking around the Christmas tree.






Boyd and Gramps with the chipmunk Boyd likes to kiss.

Playing his turtle drum with Grandma Ramsey.

Lounging with Grandpa Ramsey.

Playing

What did you drop down the laundry chute this time?

The first of many little Boyd band-aid owies.

He's One Year Old, He's one year old

Look no hands.

Partying with my people.

Birthday cake while almost in his birthday suit.

With tears rolling down my cheeks and Boyd tight in my arms, I watched the clock turn to 3:24 December 22, 2009. My baby turned one year old. Boyd has turned into a toddler. He has been walking across the room since December 5 (his first step was November 29). When I told him the story of his birth and came to the part where I held him in my arm and said "Hi Boyd" for the first time, he waved. He now weighs 20 pounds 15 oz. and measures 30 and 1/4 inches (half as long as me). To celebrate we had a small party with some friends and family. Boyd had his one year shots the day before and was a little out of sorts, but we still had a wonderful time-Thanks to all the friends and family who could come celebrate with us or who thought of us on Boyd's special day. The following day Boyd made a new friend with Grace and played nicely for half the day. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful loved ones in our lives, we are truly blessed. I've been slacking on the blog because we spent two weeks away from home. We were in Maryland at my coaches for two weeks with a race in the middle. Boyd has now been to 11 states. During this trip alone he visited Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky. He also spent some time in the nations capitol. His favorite part about D.C. was chasing the seagulls by the water near the capitol. Boyd continues to be a joy and bring smiles to all that meet him. He is quite the ham. Enjoy the pictures of our handsome one year old.

Above: Bucket head. Boyd thought he was very funny putting the bucket on and off his head. Also,playing with Grace- funny that they had all this pretend food and yet she is feeding him rings.

Boyd and Ellie lounging after the party.

Boyd and Uncle Pete. Boyd loved Pete's crazy Santa Hat.

Boyd and Grandma Burla (a year before she was the labor coach)

Opening gifts-what a lucky guy.

Cake!

Boyd's new game- dropping small wiffle balls into a container.

Boyd with Gramps.

Boyd with Books and Boyd in a box

Boyd and his pal Mathayo





Boyd actually loved this pudding pop but would make this face after every bite. I think it was cold on his teeth.

Special Delivery!

Monster

Boyd climbed into the dishwasher (funny and picture worthy just this once).