The Zilker tree

Kevin really loves Christmas lights. Anytime we are out he asks to see lights, "more lights, please". So I knew he would love to see the Zilker tree. I think his favorite part though was the bus ride.

This year they are doing a smaller version than past years, and I really liked the layout. But the bus transportation system needs a lot of work. No one really knew where the bus picked up by the downtown parking garages. And we had to wait almost 30 minutes for a bus ride back. But on the way there Kevin had a blast. He sat in his own seat like a big boy. And really liked talking to the homeless man who was sitting right behind us. The man behind us didn't mind either, I think they both enjoyed talking to each other. Although Kevin didn't say much, just "City Bus, Lights!" and at every red light he would say "Ready, Set, Go!" and then would look at me confused when we didn't go. Sometimes he would follow it up with "1,2,3..." or just repeat "Ready, Set, Go!" until we actually went.

When we got there Kevin was all about running around. We stopped and got him some chicken nuggets, Steve a pizza, and two hot apple ciders. And off to check out the lights. Sitting on the bus.

Eating chicken nuggets and checking out the lights.

Finishing off what was left of my now cold apple cider.

Not being a litter bug!

There was a little house set up for the US Post Office and they let kids write letters to Santa. Kevin mainly scribbled on his. But funnily enough when the staff member asked him what he wanted for Christmas he said "Go Go's" meaning the Fresh Beat Band (a tv show on Nickelodeon). He is addicted to them! Every time he has been asked what he wants he always responds with "Go Go's".

We really had a great time and Kevin seemed to enjoy it. We had great weather (a little chilly though) and there weren't a lot of people like there have been in years past. Probably because it was a Tuesday night. I think we will defiantly continue to go in the future.

Christmas program

On Monday, Kevin had his first ever Christmas program at school. The teachers said that the kids would be on stage and sing two christmas songs. I laughed, they seriously thought my son would stand still for TWO songs! Haha. Well the joke was on me. Kevin actually sat still for the two songs, although he popped up as soon as the songs were over. I tried to get some photos, but Kevin was on the opposite side of the stage as I was standing. I should have gotten closer to get better photos, but honestly I couldn't take my eyes off him. He was soo cute. So here are some of the photos. And sorry for the bad quality. He is in the green sweater if you can't find him in the group shots.
Kevin is sitting right in front of the Christmas tree. The first song they "sang" was if you are happy and you know it. So Kevin kept poking his cheeks, like dimples, the entire song. It was pretty cute.

And as soon as Jingle Bells was over Kevin was up on his feet ready to go. I was so impressed that he sat for as long as he did. I think it was a record!

Silly boy!

Kevin and I like to go on walks each morning. The other morning I asked him if he wanted to go for a walk and he ran over and climbed into his stroller. But instead of climbing in the seat he climbed into the storage compartment under the stroller. I thought it was funny and snapped a few shots. He didn't think I was funny when I refused to go on a walk with him in the storage compartment. :-)

Amazing!

Kevin is so amazing the last few weeks. Today I got up to him talking in complete sentences. He just looked at me and said 'mommy look school bus' then 'bye bye school bus I love you'
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Christmas with Santa

Kevin wasn't to sure about this Santa guy. He liked looking at him, but sitting on his knee was another story. Regardless it is a fairly cute photo. :-)

Zoom-Zoom!

We have been talking lately about updating Steve's car. His Nissan is now 10 years old, and while it is in great shape, we knew it wouldn't be that way forever. So we did a bit of research, and yesterday we went to test out the Mazda 6. Steve really liked a new 2009 they had on the lot and they gave us a fairly good price. So last night we came home and discussed it.

This morning we went back and started negotiations. I am used to you give a little, I give a little, and repeat. But these guys were really tough. It turned into give a little, give a tiny bit, give a morsel. For a while we were actually quibbling over a mere $45. Finally we got them to come a little closer to our price, but not monetarily, instead by accessories such as all weather floor mats.

But when all was said and done we traded the Nissan and came home with a beautiful 2009 Mazda 6. We really got a great deal on it, and it has really nice features such as a remote starter, a spoiler, and my personal favorite is that it shows you in your side mirror when someone is in your blind spot, and if you go to change lanes it will actually beep and warn you that a car is there.

As we were leaving I snapped a few photos of Steve in his new wheels. :-)

Kevin's 2 year checkup.

Kevin had his 2 year check up today. Developmentally he is right on track. He is weighing about 32 1/2 pounds (90th percentile), his head circumference is in the 73rd percentile (but we already knew he was one smart cookie). :-) And for his height he is 35 1/2 inches. I have also heard that if you take the height of a 2 year old and double it, that is will be their adult height. So if that holds true Kevin will be 5 feet 11 inches.

And to just play around I looked up my measurements when I was a kid. My Mom has always said that my Doctor said I would be lucky if I hit 5 feet tall, (I'm 5' 1 for the record) :-). Well at 2 1/2 years old I was 30 inches tall and weighed 20 pounds. From age 2 to 3 I didn't grow one inch! I didn't get to Kevin's height or weight until I was 4 years old. And at age 4 I was wearing a size 8 shoe, Kevin already wears a 9. So it looks like he isn't going to get my short genes! Yea!