Fritsche Family

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Presidents' Day

Ben likes Presidents' Day...his dad came home early from work and we went to the park with Jeanine and Elise. Instead of taking the strollers we decided to take them in Ben's wagon. They both thought that was pretty cool and took turns throwing things out of the wagon during our walk.

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day to everyone who may be reading this! Ben sends his love.

Scarlett and I went on a date at a dessert bar. Actually, our entire play group was there, but we were able to get in some quality time together.

Mom, when are you going to turn my carseat around???

Dad asked me to help work on the tax return this year. It's a tough job for a one-year-old, but these glasses help me crunch all those numbers.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Walking

Ben decided things were getting a little too easy for his mother, so he thought he'd start walking. Here's a video of him practicing this new skill. He's still wobbly and can't get too far too fast, but I'm' sure it's only a matter of time before he'll be everywhere. It's fun to watch him figure it out. b.b., however, is quite distressed by this new development.

In other news, Ben went to the doctor last week for his 12 month check-up and all is well. He's 23 pounds, 15 ounces (35th percentile) and 32 1/2" long (97th percentile).

Sunday, February 3, 2008

More birthday pictures

Here are a few more pictures from Ben's first birthday extravaganza weekend.

These cards that play music are pretty neat!

My friends Jae & Karman came to my party and brought me a fun toy.

I also got some monster slippers from Barry & Steven. Perfect for walking on hardwood floors...and scaring Elise Mae.

I LOVE this xylophone that Pops & Brenda got me.

Here I am playing with a shoelace and some stacking blocks that Elise Mae got me (she got me the blocks...the shoelace belongs to mom). b.b. is enjoying taking a nap in a box. She made it quite clear she didn't want to be bothered while she was resting so I kept my distance.

Sunday, January 27, 2008

One Year Old!!

I can't believe it's been a year since Ben was born! Here's one of his very first pictures:

And here's picture 1,345,687:

More pics from my first few days:

In this one I'm dreaming about wearing a silly crown on my first birthday.

My dream came true!

For my birthday I went to visit Dad at work. I really enjoyed looking at his computer screens and playing with his headset. I also loved the group of ladies who gathered around to visit me.

That's all for now. Don't worry, by the end of the weekend there will be several pictures posted of me eating cake and doing other birthday-related things.

My First Hair Cut

Mom & Dad decided it was time for me to get my first hair cut. I was starting to look a little shaggy. Here I am at the salon:

I'm not so sure about this

Well, this sucker is helping make the experience a little more enjoyable.

Almost finished...

"I'm just a boy with a new haircut. And that's a pretty nice haircut."

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Ben & Elise

Ben and Elise are starting to enjoy each other's company a lot more these days. Ben has several little girl friends, but Elise Mae is still #1 in his book.

How's it going Elise?

Would you like a hug? You look like you could use a hug.

Let me put down my handbag and then I'll lay my head in your lap.

This is the life!

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Other recent pictures

We finally have a new computer and I am able to upload my pictures! Ben turned 11 months old on New Year's Day. Only a few more weeks until he's one.

Even though we've had some cold weather in Charlotte, we've made a few trips to the park.

Practicing standing and clapping at the same time...a very difficult task that requires quite a bit of concentration!

Mom decided to snap a picture in this rare moment...me being still.

Getting ready for a walk.

Washing up after eating some macaroni & cheese.

Lately Ben has had a very busy social calendar. He visited several friends when we were in Fort Thomas for Christmas and has also been seeing his Charlotte pals every week.