Lanenga Family: January 2011

Friday, January 28, 2011

If all the snowflakes were lemon drops.

We have had some COLD weather here in NJ down to single digits and lately a lot of snow (1 1/2 feet on Wednesday!). Kaden loves to play in the snow and make little footprints. Some Kaden tidbits:

-Last week Kaden said 3 new words: cracker, drink, & broccoli ('boc').

-My mom visited last week and when she read a certain book she would end with a big squeeze and Kaden would lean into her for the squeeze every time.

-We tried teaching sign language to Kaden a few months ago but stopped because he didn't pick any of it up. Two days ago he came up signing 'more!' I guess he did pick some up!

-Jumping on the bed and doing belly flops are new favorites.

-Still trying to master climbing everything.

-Shoe fettish. Loves trying on our shoes.

-Quite the mover and shaker (see last post). Current favorite song: "Say Hey."

-Loves to tuck his arms in when he gives hugs. So cute.

Help me--I'm stuck!

Helping Dad clear the walk.

Not a fan of snow angels.

Still playing.

Snow makes for tricky walking.

Playing with Grandma.

Boy at play.

Sad & sorry snow man.

Kaden also experienced his first taste of hot chocolate. Did he enjoy it?

I think he did.

Hot chocolate is the key to a happy heart in snow.

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Videos for the fam.

(And others so inclined)

Kaden n Carter.

Kaden got Stella's groove.

Monday, January 10, 2011

It's hard to believe that 2010 has come and gone. It has been a great year, though, filled with many excitements for us--Kaden turned 1, rolled over, crawled, stood, walked, and said his first words; what a busy boy! We also had a missionary return (my brother), family reunions in both Yosemite, CA and Irvine, CA, & enjoyed a fabulous White Christmas in Ohio with the Lanengas!

We are excited for the opportunities and experiences that 2011 will bring. But, let me reminisce 2010 Christmas with some photos.