So... it's been a while.

With Rebecca busy with spring at the greenhouse and the school year ending for me, it's been a while since we've updated the blog. Harrison, however, hasn't taken any time off. He's been walking for about three weeks now, but he's finally gotten the hang of it enough that he can't be bothered with crawling. Take a look.

Harrison's playing favorites

Harrison LOVES spending time with his cousins. Cam is 5 years old, and the twins, Gavin and Kendall just turned two. One night at Oma's, Harrison was daring enough to try out the much coveted Year One Car that the kids love playing on. He sat perfectly still and let Kendall push him all around the house. Then, Gavin took his turn at entertaining him (see the video.)

Cam is the sweetest cousin and ready to teach Harrison all the stuff he knows. And if you know Cameron, that's a long list! He is always protecting him and fussing around him. He's going to make a great babysitter one day :)

There is nothing quite like seeing the joy on all of their faces as they play with each other.

Harrison and the people he loves

Believe me, the lack of a computer is driving me more crazy than you can imagine. But I'll try to update you without overwhelming you with information! Here are some pictures the who and what of January and February! Enjoy! Harrison and Cole sharing Cheerios. I guess you can't see it as well as I thought. But now Harrison loves them and wants to eat them all the time. Thanks for sharing Cole!

Harrison at Cam's Colts Birthday party. He loves his Uncle Nick. Nick's teaching him how to fight and Harrison can't wait. Maybe he can get back at Nick for all the times I didn't want to wrestle!!

Holly's January wedding bananza allowed LOTS of time to spend with college friends. Harrison loved Ryan, especially because Ryan let him eat or drink as this picture shows, everything.

Aunt Wendi

We went to Bodies exhibit in Indianapolis. We all thought it was amazing to see the human body up close. Harrison mostly slept, but as always, loved spending time with Austin, Natalie, and of course, Oma.

Christmas

After a grueling 9 and 1/2 hour drive in horrible weather conditions, we made it home safely from the Coons in Akron. Then it was off to the Gapinski's for Christmas with my side of the family.

Oma, always the practical one, gave Harrison some pajamas, a book, and a donation to his college fund. He also got the Charlie Brown Christmas movie, which both Brian and I grew up with and love.

But for Harrison the holidays are about people not gifts. Especially spending time and getting LOTS of attention from the twins. Kendall wanted to feed baby Harrison with her new kitchen set and Harrison didn't seem to mind that the spoon was empty.

Oma and Opa with all their grandchildren!

Then it was back home to celebrate our very first Christmas with Harrison! Brian decided we should surprise each other, since Harrison wouldn't know the difference, and buy our own gifts for Harrison. Brian was very practical with pacifiers and spoons (we never seem to have enough of either.) I preferred to buy toys - a pirate rubber ducky for the bath and rings for the house. It was a wonderful holiday and we look forward to many more to come!

Over the River and Through the Woods

The holidays have officially arrived with our trip out to Akron to Grandma and Grandpa Coon's house. We opened presents and got to visit with friends at the annual Coon Open House. Harrison was an absolute angel at the party. He tried to make friends, but his style if too aggressive sometimes. He just has a lot of love to give I guess. It was a great start to the holidays. Here's some of our favorite photos!

The 'Flight of Fancy' mobile really kept his attention!

Do not adjust the volume on your set

Harrison did this awhile back. Again, do not adjust the volume. For three days all he would do was "talk" except without any sound. We were thinking of holding a Colbert-esque challenge to see what people could come up with; putting words to the motions. Everyone comments on his little shrieks. He has a very soft voice; not sure where that came from. Clearly not from his parents.

Oh the places we will go

Apologies - we have no internet access at home. We haven't had any since Nov. 15th and it won't be back up until the New Year. We certainly know how the Lincolns felt reading by candle light and carving wood for fun. Having just celebrated his 6th month on this earth, Harrison is moving ahead, literally. He is scooting and up on all fours trying to will himself to crawl. We are quickly discovering the joys of baby-proofing. He loves to roll and scoot all around our living room. He sits up on his own too which makes him look too grown up for our liking.