Routines

We've gotten into an afternoon/early evening routine, just like most mom's and baby's that includes cooking dinner, feeding Ben dinner and bath time (see earlier post). While I cook dinner, or any time he's let loose in the kitchen, Ben likes to explore (destroy) the lower cabinets. While not yet baby-proofed in the traditional sense, all kitchen equipment in them are harmless to Ben and not breakable. He's especially developed a fondness for wooden spoons and my pasta pot.

Prince Benjamin

A few weeks ago we went to my cousin's daughter's 3rd birthday and Ben had a lavendar princess crown on his head within minutes of walking in the door (courtesy of the birthday girl's mom, Ashley pictured here with Ben). We know it won't be long that we can dress him any way we like and he won't care. He wore the crown for more than an hour before ripping it off when I laid him down to change a diaper.

He also got to enjoy a Thomas the Tank Engine ride, led by Nana.

Bath time

Bath time has become fun for us, and a little challenging as Ben wants to stand as much as possible. He also likes to pull out the drain stopper and play with it, making it difficult to take a bath with no water in the tub! He really likes the water, even having water poured over his head. We're looking forward to joining the Park District kiddie pool 2 blocks from us this summer.

Here he is doing one of his other favorite activities, standing outside the bathtub, walking back and forth and exploring the bathroom.

Coble University

William's brother George and his wife Debby sent us "Coble University" adult sweatshirts and baby onesie for Christmas and here's Ben showing off his new attire. We know Grandpa Coble would have been tickled!