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Updates on Nicco coming soon!!

What a beautiful day..

February 9, 2009. It was so gorgeous today we went to the park. I can't believe the weather, it is just incredible. Nicco loves to play on all the activities at the park and it is so hard to get him to leave when it's time. He really loved the teeter totter with dad. I think he could swing from sun up to sundown. it was just a really great day.
We recently cut Nicco's hair again. I can't believe how fast his hair grows! Today, Christopher decided to gel it all back for a different look. We have decided we like it long, LOL. I think we will try to let it grow this time and see where we are. He is so cute though...
I wanted to say thank you to those who sent me their support about a recent post on Guatadopt regarding racism. I appreciate all the kind words and did not know this was a common theme with this person. Hopefully someday the world will be a better place for all to live in.

Our First Snow..

February 2, 2009. Nicco has just gotten over being very sick. He had a bad virus and was running around the clock high fevers. He didn't eat much for 5 days! He wouldn't sleep unless he was on my body, just like when he came home. I could not put him down. Poor guy, we took this pic of him with his cold wash cloth on his forehead. He was just pitiful. I am so happy he is feeling better!
He finally got better just in time to see his first snow before it all melted. I had the best time taking pictures of him running and playing in the wonder of the snow. I cannot believe he is 18 months old already. The time seems to be flying now. We had planned to look at preschools when he turned 2. I don't think this will be happening anymore because I don't think I am ready! I would be so lost without him all day, even if just for a bit.

New Tooth Brush..

January 7, 2009. We decided to finally let Nicco brush his teeth on his own. He has been exhibiting such a need to be independent and a "big boy" like Tony. This little one is destin for big things he has such a personality! We bought him a new toddler tooth brush, put him on the sink, and let him have at it. We were all surprised, he knew just what to do. He even brushed for a few minutes and then wanted to rinse, lol. It really is amazing how much they learn by just watching you, even when you think they aren't watching. He's now counting to 3, say's a,b,c and can recognize a fish, a monkey, a elephant, zebra and giraffe when asked. Will still only say "hola" to Diego, Dora or the Spanish teacher, lol. Everyone else gets a "hello" or as Nicco say's "ello". He will recognize an Owl in Spanish only and is quick to hold his finger to his lips and say "shhh" when asked about La Chusa, the game about the owl he learned in Spanish class. If I drill him with the owl pic he is clueless, and looks at me like what are you talking about, and then gives me the "shh",lol. I've really been so blessed to be able to stay at home with Tony & Nicco and can really see the difference with them developmentally. My heart goes out to those who do it all, it is hard. We had our Celebrate adoption photo shoot at the house yesterday. I can't wait to see my proofs. Nicco was all over the place, and taking pictures of an active toddler can be challenging. Keeping my fingers crossed.

My new Camera

December 27, 2008. Nothing new today, but I had a ball using my new camera. Had to share the photo's, I am in love with the model :)

Happy Holidays!

December 26, 2008. We had a fantastic Christmas this year with Nicco being home. Everyone did quite well in the gift department, and Nicco was no exception. He got a train, a bouncing pony, a zoo, a kitchen and loads of other great gifts. We had a fun time at Grandma's visiting with all the family we rarely get to see. Some got to see Nicco for the first time! I didn't need any presents this year, I had gotten the best already with Nicco coming home. I did get a new camera though, and boy, was I surprised! I got a Nikon D60 and I am loving it! It has been taking the most amazing pictures and Christopher even hooked me up with all the good lenses and goodies. Hopefully I'll be able to share some great Nicco photo's on this page. Hoping everyone had a wonderful holiday as well!

HO, HO, NO!!

December 20, 2008. Well, much as I expected Nicco did not care for Santa. I thought I was going to get a really great pic. I made Tony go (he's such a good sport)and Nicco was doing great when I slid him on Santa's lap. Then he noticed I was now behind the camera waving to him. It was the greatest look as he looked up to see Santa, (who's holding me if mommy's over there?). I've never seen eyes get so big! Thankfully the photographer snapped the picture just in time before he totally freaked out. Poor little guy. She actually cut half of Tony out of the pic, but it was the best we could do. I cannot wait until Christmas and to be with the family. We are having Christmas eve at our house this year. A small gathering of family but should be fun! I just can't believe he is home. HOME, HOME, HOME..Merry Christmas to me.

Holiday Fun!

December 8, 2008. We had such a wonderful Thanksgiving this year. So much to be thankful for. Nicco had a blast on the rocking horse, even sharing with cousin Timothy. My mom came in and spent the weekend with Nicco. He has grown so much since she last saw him. Unfortunately Nicco got a bad sinus infection while she was here. He was so miserable and up all night. On top of the sinus infection he is still battling the last few teeth. It seems like it is taking forever, but most are all through at least a bit. I think he will only have 2 left. I made the bad mistake of rocking him again until he was asleep while sick and now that he is feeling better he is giving me a hard time about sleeping. I think we straightened it out last night, as he is back to rocking only till drowsy and into the crib he goes. He even put himself back to sleep all night on wakings, thank god. When I stick to the plan he is back to sleep before I can even make it up the stairs. He has become such a daddy's boy and loves to share with Chris. They have so much fun together and I love to hear Nicco laugh while horse playing with him. He is really starting to talk now. His new favorite is "wow". Every time he see's something new it's "wow". LOL He say's "hello" in English and Spanish and a few other words. Still hasn't said "no" yet, which I'm surprised. LOL Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!