Santa No - No

MOMMY HELP ME!!!!!

My mommy thought it would be a "cute" idea to get my picture taken with Santa Claus. We went to Christmas in the Colonies, which is a craft show. First, the big guy in the red suit greeted us at the door. Right there and then I wanted to go home. It was like he was waiting for me. Mommy, Daddy, and Grammy took my mind off of the big guy by shopping and giving me a cookie. After a little while, we spotted the big guy again. Mommy said she really wants me to have my picture taken with Santa. Daddy (that smart guy) did not think it was a good idea. Mommy MADE me do it anyway. I really cried. I do not like men! The elf was a girl - maybe I would have taken my picture with her. As I was sitting on his lap, I turned around and looked at Santa - then I screamed. Mommy picked me up - but I did not want her, I wanted GRAMMY. I was not very happy with Mommy. Now she has the picture hanging on the fridge. She thought it was funny, but I did not see any humor in it. She told me that she knew that would happen, then daddy said "Why did we do it then?" Mommy said it is tradition and she really wanted me to see Santa. Maybe next year will be better.

Mommy did tell Santa that I have been a good boy all year - and I really have been pretty good.

I had a rough day, off to bed! Good Night:) Niko

My First Haircut

I got a certificate

You want to take a picture of my new haircut?

No pictures, I want my dinner!

Today, I had my very first haircut. Mommy knew it was time for the big clip. Daddy wanted to let my hair grow and grow. Mommy said if it was curly she would have let it go, but my hair was "shaggy". Mommy and Grammy took me to get my first haircut. I sat on Mommy's lap and I was really good. Now, I am ready for my first birthday party and pictures!

Thanksgiving was a lot of fun. I ate a lot of mashed potatoes and turkey. Uncle Dave and Grammy said I was going to explode. I was a really good boy. I played by Mommy and I did not cause any trouble. I am a little afraid of Uncle Dave. Mommy said we need to see Uncle Dave more often. I passed out by 7:15. Mommy HAD to change my diaper, even though I protested. She gave me a little night cap (bottle) and I was asleep until 6:00am ( 15 minutes later than the morning before). We have had a busy two days!

Mommy will try to post more pictures, before I turn one! Have a goodnight :) Love, A very pooped Niko

From Niko's Mommy

Hi Everyone!

Niko has let me used his blog for one entry. Actually, he is sleeping right now and does not know what I am doing. I wanted to take this opportunity to share my thoughts about my little man as he is reaching his first Birthday. I may make it through this blog without crying - I doubt it though :)

I can't believe our little boy will be a year old in less than a month. Where has the time gone? Everyone has told me that they grow so quick, and it is not that I did not believe them, but I was hoping my little one would be little forever :) Okay, maybe not forever - but I wanted more time with him during his first year.

There have been so many milestones, too many to list. It was so much fun to watch him learn and experience new things in life. My mom and mother in law gave me the greatest compliment a few weeks ago. They told me that I was a really good mom. That meant SO much to me. I really try to give Niko the best life I can. Chris also does the same. Family is a very important word in our house. We will continue to provide Niko with love and care - until he is 18 - Just Kidding:). It will never stop!

My mom also told me that you love your child more and more everyday. She is so right. I have had so many moments where I think - that was cute; he's mine :) He is eleven months old and I still cannot believe my body (with some help:) ) made a human being.

I do not know if our little family is complete - I am content for now. I am very attached to Nicholas, and I have heard he is pretty attached to me. I really love our little family and we will continue to grow in our love and care for each other.

Testing 1 -2 - 3 Testing 1-2-3

Hi Everyone,

I had a pretty good weekend. Grandma Christine and Grandpa Earl came to visit. Then we all went to dinner, even Grammy Joy came. I was a very good boy. On Sunday, Mommy, Daddy and Grammy got a lot of goodies for my first birthday party. We went to a neat store - but I really wasn't in the mood to stick around and be cute. Mommy and Daddy know that is a cue and we need to leave NOW! We went back to Grammy's house and I ate lunch and played for a little. I was testing mommy and daddy by going near the entertainment center after they said "no". Mommy was a little embarrassed because she knows I can behave a little better than that. It was time to go, they thought I needed a nap. Boy, did I fool them. I did not take a nap at all. Mommy put me in my crib, but she came back in an hour and I was wide awake.

I had some milestones this week. I can say "dada" and look at daddy when I say it. I also took a few steps. I am getting close to walking. I was also a little sick this week. My mommy said I had the poopies. One day, I had 8 poopie diapers! My booty was very red :( I am a little better now.

I will try to post on Wednesday, when I turn 11 months old! Have a good night :) Niko

From the desk of Nicholas A.

I am TEETHING!!!! I am currently working on three teeth. My mood has not been the greatest. Mommy celebrates when 8:00pm comes around. Mommy told Grammy that I could stay at her house tonight, but that smart Grammy said - Nope:) Grammy went through this with Uncle Dave. I am also trying my hardest to walk. I have some frustration in me right now. We will work it out - eventually!
On Saturday we went to visit Grandma Christine and Grandpa Earl. We also went to visit Great Grandma Julia. She loved seeing me. Great Grandma Julia perks up when she sees me, and that makes me feel good. We went the long way home, so I could get a good nap.
On Sunday we went out to lunch with Grammy, Grampy, Uncle Dave and Nana. Nana celebrated her birthday on Saturday and Uncle Dave will celebrate his Birthday on Monday. I was not in the greatest mood. I would not sit still at lunch and Grammy held me while she ate - but guess what? I got to try mashed potatoes, and I loved them! We went back to Grammy's house and I was okay for awhile, but then I had a big meltdown at the end. I did fall asleep on the way home but I was up in a hour and I gave mommy a hard time - oops! She said days like today she does not know if a baby sister or brother will be possible. Hopefully, I can make it up to her by finally pushing those teeth through.
Right now I am tucked in my sleeper bag and woke up once, maybe I will stay asleep all night :)
Happy Teething! Love, Niko