Friday, October 31, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Summertime baby
And mommy. Kemper and I are NOT cut out for this cold German weather. Kemper doesn't like wearing socks and shoes, and I don't like trying to stuff him into a coat when we get out of the car. They're actually calling for a little snow here tomorrow and Friday. Blah.
Mimi flew back to the States on Tuesday - we were very sad to see her go but she did give Kemper a little pep talk and asked him to sleep better for me and go easy on me til at least Daddy got home.
Kemper's sleep schedule is still messed up. Poor guy, we just about had him straightened out when time changed here and we had to start all over. His two teeth are coming on up beautifully but they are VERY sharp. He still likes to pull your fingers into his mouth but sometimes, he accidentally bites down on his own finger. I think he's shocked that it actually hurts when he does it!
Enjoy the new pics - we're still trying to wait patiently on James....
Click on the picture and see if you can see my teeth!
Mommy and Kemper
Hunk
He can throw a tantrum with the best of 'em!
LOVES his doorway jumper
Oops, how I found him after a nap one morning!
Watching Sesame Street with his bottle
There has got to be some better toys in this thing.
Fake smile so she'll leave me alone with the camera.
Mimi flew back to the States on Tuesday - we were very sad to see her go but she did give Kemper a little pep talk and asked him to sleep better for me and go easy on me til at least Daddy got home.
Kemper's sleep schedule is still messed up. Poor guy, we just about had him straightened out when time changed here and we had to start all over. His two teeth are coming on up beautifully but they are VERY sharp. He still likes to pull your fingers into his mouth but sometimes, he accidentally bites down on his own finger. I think he's shocked that it actually hurts when he does it!
Enjoy the new pics - we're still trying to wait patiently on James....
Click on the picture and see if you can see my teeth!
Mommy and Kemper
Hunk
He can throw a tantrum with the best of 'em!
LOVES his doorway jumper
Oops, how I found him after a nap one morning! 
Watching Sesame Street with his bottle
There has got to be some better toys in this thing.
Fake smile so she'll leave me alone with the camera.Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Long time no update
Sorry for the delay - we've been traveling and getting settled back in Germany. Kemper was an expert traveler - charming everyone with his beautiful smile and putting their minds to ease (you could see the hesitation in their eyes as they took their seats and saw, gasp, an infant on the plane!). For our longest flight, from Detroit to Amsterdam, there was an extra seat on the plane and we were able to take his carseat on and install it in a seat. He slept for a good stretch of the trip and played happily in his seat or in my lap the rest of the way. After a flight cancellation and a re-route that took us on an extra flight, we made it back to Germany.
Helping Kemper get over jet lag was a challenge and after 2 LOOOONG nights on the couch with a fussy and sleep deprived baby, we managed to settle into a routine. He's going to bed a little later than he was in the States, but he's sleeping for a pretty good stretch at night so I'll take it for now!
He is not enjoying having to wear socks and/or shoes at all times - he's definitely a summer baby. It's been quite chilly since we returned and we've had quite a few of those nasty, rainy German days. He's getting used to his long sleeves, pants, socks, coat and hats but does his best to tug off those socks whenever he gets a chance.
He met his friend Gavin. Gavin was born the same day as Kemper and the boys hit it off pretty well. Gavin is crawling and Kemper is amazed at what he's doing and studies him very hard trying to figure out how he's managing to move himself. Gavin and his mom, Lynse, took us to a German baby store and we had a blast. There are lots of neat baby products and toys as well as great stocking hats (I can't seem to quit buying cute hats - I figure he'll get the use out of them though!). And, their baby products/hats/clothes seem to be a little cheaper than in the States.
The biggest news is that Kemper has 2 teeth!!! He seems to have had a pretty easy time cutting them (knock on wood) however, it may be that I mistook teething fussiness for jetlaggedness.
We're anxiously awaiting James's return, however, it will be at least a few more weeks. Hope you're all doing well - we miss you and can't wait to see everyone at Christmas!
Daddy and Uncle Justin, hurry back, I don't know how to use these things....
Kemper and his buddy Ruger
Helping Kemper get over jet lag was a challenge and after 2 LOOOONG nights on the couch with a fussy and sleep deprived baby, we managed to settle into a routine. He's going to bed a little later than he was in the States, but he's sleeping for a pretty good stretch at night so I'll take it for now!
He is not enjoying having to wear socks and/or shoes at all times - he's definitely a summer baby. It's been quite chilly since we returned and we've had quite a few of those nasty, rainy German days. He's getting used to his long sleeves, pants, socks, coat and hats but does his best to tug off those socks whenever he gets a chance.
He met his friend Gavin. Gavin was born the same day as Kemper and the boys hit it off pretty well. Gavin is crawling and Kemper is amazed at what he's doing and studies him very hard trying to figure out how he's managing to move himself. Gavin and his mom, Lynse, took us to a German baby store and we had a blast. There are lots of neat baby products and toys as well as great stocking hats (I can't seem to quit buying cute hats - I figure he'll get the use out of them though!). And, their baby products/hats/clothes seem to be a little cheaper than in the States.
The biggest news is that Kemper has 2 teeth!!! He seems to have had a pretty easy time cutting them (knock on wood) however, it may be that I mistook teething fussiness for jetlaggedness.
We're anxiously awaiting James's return, however, it will be at least a few more weeks. Hope you're all doing well - we miss you and can't wait to see everyone at Christmas!
Daddy and Uncle Justin, hurry back, I don't know how to use these things.... 
Kemper and his buddy Gavin
Sweet boy
Look close, can you see my teeth?!
Kemper and his buddy Ruger
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Happy Half Birthday Kemper!!!
Can you believe he's 6 months old?!?!?!
He had his last doctor's appointment yesterday with Dr. Fenton and got a clean bill of health! He weighs 17lbs 13oz and is 27 3/4in long (50-75th percentile for both height and weight). He is so much fun and a true joy to be around. James and I are truly blessed to have such an amazing little boy!
Such a big boy!
He had his last doctor's appointment yesterday with Dr. Fenton and got a clean bill of health! He weighs 17lbs 13oz and is 27 3/4in long (50-75th percentile for both height and weight). He is so much fun and a true joy to be around. James and I are truly blessed to have such an amazing little boy!
Let me get that monkey!
Lady, could you quit taking my picture and get that monkey for me please?
Such a big boy!
We fly back to Germany on Monday - please keep us in your thoughts and prayers for a safe flight and that Kemper enjoys flying!
Monday, October 6, 2008
Beach Bum Baby
Kemper went on his first trip to the beach last week with mommy, Mimi, Pops and Great-Grandma! Overall, he did GREAT with all of the traveling and being in a different place, he's such an amazing kid!
He isn't a huge fan of the ocean but LOVED the indoor pool. He liked the sand well enough (well enough to eat a couple handfuls...blech!) but the sound of the waves crashing was just a little too much for him.
We had a great time and are looking forward to many more beach trips as Kemper grows up!
Uh, mom, I'm a little too close to those waves
WAY more interested in his thumb than taking a picture with Mommy 
Precious boy
Loving his bath in the sink
Hanging out
Getting ready to head out to the beach
Quick, she's too busy taking a picture, stuff some sand in your mouth!
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