Education of a Superhero

As you know, Mom specializes in adult learning.  It was only a matter of time before she started trying her mind tricks on me.  This one is called association and it ties a lesson to a personal interest. 

Who knew my Superhero obsession could make me smarter?!

Little Flirt!

Lately our house has been FULL of pretty girls.  We got to see the lovely Opperman ladies last weekend, then Julie and the girls on Saturday, then Aunty Devan on Sunday!  Since we Vandygriff boys are pretty partial to the ladies, we have been LOVING this trend.  Here we are cuddling up close to our gorgeous Aunty Devan.

Bryce was absolutely shameless making faces and smiling so big we thought his face might break.  Okay, I was a little shameless doing moves and showing off for 2 hrs. straight myself.  We can't help it!  We're suckers for a pretty girl.
Thanks so much for spending the afternoon with us and for all the cool presents Aunty Devan!  We love you.

All the Best People Never Change

A note to any future big brothers out there.  I'd like to tell you straight... There are a LOT of not so great things about a new baby.  Like always being told to keep your volume down, and not being able to do moves on him, or stand your guys up on him, or poke his gooey looking eyes and cheeks or see how far you can move the couch sections apart while he balances in the middle (okay that last one I definitely do NOT recommend if you want to keep your Mama happy).  One big concern you may have is sharing - particularly if your new little sibling happens to be a cute guy like mine.  I can tell you firsthand, that all the best people just seem to find room in their hearts for BOTH of us.  Grandparents, Mommies and Daddies, neighbors, favorite uncles and aunties, cousins and even... yes even my girls.  Today they came to babysit us while Mom went out to try to get her post partum make-over moving and we both were absolutely smothered with attention.  We were in heaven and I know I have nothing to worry about at all.  Here are some shots of our afternoon.

The New Fantastic Four

KK and Bryce.  Notice Sydney and I in the background!

Bryce has totally fallen for Sydney.  Here he is giving a flirty look.

We were both really good (or else Julie covered for us really well), so hopefully they come back to hang out again soon.

Bad Hair Days

My crazy carrot top can be slightly difficult to control.  I have a perma-mohawk, a bald spot in the back from my swing, flame orange hair on the ends and platinum blonde roots.  I also seem to be completely lacking eyebrows. 
Here's hoping for some changes in these departments during the coming months!

Bathtime With Buddha Baby

Okay, I might be a little on the chunky side.

 But I'm working on it!  This is how I take my baths now.  I'm serious about this splashing business!



 

The Big O-3

Mom says we're officially through the 4th Trimester as of this week.  Thanks Mama Van Gundy for the term that very accurately describes the not so easy transition some of us babies have into life in this real world.  I'm doing better all the time though!  I'm still on the serious side, but I'm ultra ticklish so Mom is able to get me smiling and laughing anytime she likes.

Have 3 months already passed!?
I'm about 23" long and weigh over 15 lbs. according to Mom and Dad's home measurements.  Dr. Gurchiek is giving me a break this month on well baby visits so we don't have exacts.  I am doing a great job sitting and I can hold my own weight (which is a lot) on my legs for a long time. 
Also - this picture shows off my new favorite toy nicely.  I LOVE my hands.  They taste great and are fun to play with all day.  I can't wait to discover more!

Everything Grows in the Spring!

Look how big our little man is getting!

We are thinking he's almost 15 lbs already!
Look at those chunky legs and enormous Buddha belly!