Memorial Day

Today was Memorial Day and my

parents took me to Battery City Park.

There was lots to see and do.

It was a beautiful sunny day so

I borrowed Mummy's sunnies.

I better call all my friends and let them know

about this place.

Early Birthday Pressies

My godparents gave me my 1st birthday pressies early

because we are going home to Australia to visit my grandparents.

Thank you for the very cool dump truck,

Elmo and my new favourite toy - the cookie jar.

Hey Elmo, shall we be friends?

You're nearly as cute as me.

More?

Can I please have some more snacks?

Come on! Why not?

Two front teeth

Here are my two front teeth. I'm still waiting

for the other ones to come out.

Hanging at the Park

Daddy took me to the park to play on the grass again.

I had a great time!

Aww... do we have to go home now?

Balloon

I was watching mummy blow up my balloon.

I think this is what she did?

Do you think it is big enough?

Shrek

Mummy and Daddy took me to a street fair and

I got some Shrek ears.

Do I look like a cute monster?

I love Books

After we went to the Tribeca Family Street Fair,

mummy and daddy took me to a bookstore to get some new books.

There were so many to choose from.

Which books do I want?

Some of these are bigger than me.

Mummy, can't you see I am busy at the moment.

No photos please.

Hanging with Oscar

After the Botanical Gardens we went to Aunty Melanie

and Uncle Aaron's place for a BBQ.

This is Oscar. He was born around the same time as I was.

I was showing him my turtle toy.

I think he likes my turtle.

We had lots of fun hanging out together.

Thanks Aunty Melanie for letting me play with Oscar.

I think we will be good friends.

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens

Today we went to the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens

with Godparents and cousins.

Cousin Daniel enjoys looking at the turtles

and all the carp in the pond.

Daddy was carrying me around and showing

me all the beautiful flowers.

We got to see the Cherry Blossoms blooming.

They were quite beautiful.

It was also very sunny so I borrowed

mummy's sunglasses.

Mrs. Lin was playing with me and

even helped me take my first crawl.

Thank you!

Day out with Uncle Chris and Aunty Marisol

We had brunch with Uncle Chris and Aunty Marisol today.

I was quite comfortable lounging in Uncle Chris' arms.

I think he was pointing at my six pack.

I really liked playing with Uncle Chris' wrist thing.

I kept pulling at it but it wouldn't come off.

Then we went to Westside Boardwalk.

I got to play on the grass again.

Is Daddy trying to eat my nose again?

We had a great day out!

Piano Recital

Are you ready?

Here's me playing the opening measure from the

Well Tempered Clavier

by J. S. Bach.

Central Park

It was such a nice day that mummy took me to Central Park.

It was the first time I got to touch real grass.

The sun was quite bright so I didn't really

want to smile for mummy.

Mummy thought the flowers were quite pretty but

I wasn't too interested in them.

Kiss Kiss

I think cows are pretty cool.

I especially like mummy's cow pillow.

Cold anyone?

Daddy thought I was cold playing in the apartment so

he made me wear a beanie, socks and a puffy vest.

I think it was a little overkill because I couldn't

really move.

Me and My Friend Helena

This is my cool and aloof look.

Standing at the Park

I can now stand up on my own when I hold onto something.

This is my first time standing near the play equipment.

It's very high up here on the jungle gym.

I think I like being King of the Playground!

Hello my loyal subjects!

Vermont

On the way home from Canada, we stopped in to

visit Anne Marie and Dan in Vermont.

The house was beautiful and much, much,

much bigger than our apartment. There was so much room

to play in and explore.

I also got to spend time with Anne Marie and Dan.

Mummy and Daddy didn't get a good photo of Dan

because he was always busy cooking yummy food for us and

keeping the fire burning. Anne Marie also

baked me yummy scones. YUM!

Can you tell I was having a great time?

Mummy and I didn't ever want to leave.

Thank you Anne Marie and Dan for having us.

Montreal Botanical Gardens and Insectarium

We also visited the Botanical Gardens

to see the exhibit called "Butterflies go Free."

Daddy had to keep chasing the butterflies

to get a good photo of them.

They were everywhere!

I was getting worried that they

were getting a little too close.

These butterflies aren't so free.

I thought the spiders were pretty cool.

Rest time

We stayed at different hotels on our trip to Canada and I had a

fun time rolling around the really big beds.

It was also a great place to read some books with daddy.

Snow

I have never seem so much snow and

mummy and daddy let me touch it for the first time.

I was very excited.

Here goes...

Ummm....it just feels very cold

and it won't get off my hand.

Parc Gatineau

Mummy and Daddy decided to go for a hike in the

beautiful Gatineau Park. It was a cold but sunny day

and everything was still covered in snow.

There will be no swimming at the beach today.

Daddy had a hard time carrying me and walking in

the snow but it was all worth it to see the

beautiful scenery.

Waiting for breakfast

Here we are in Canada waiting for our

breakfast to arrive. Daddy and I were enjoying

watching the people walking by the window.

Ottawa

Mummy and Daddy had to come to Canada to renew

their visas. We got to walk around Ottawa and

see lots of stately buildings.

This is Parliament Hill.

This is the resident raccoon at Parliament Hill.

It was cold in Ottawa so I spent most of the

time bundled up in my stroller.

Going to Work with Daddy Day

Today turned into a 'Go to Work with Daddy Day'

when my babysitter didn't show up.

This is me in my producer pose.

Uncle Ernesto said I get an album credit for helping

with his new CD.

It's boring when they don't let me play with

all the colorful buttons. I think I'll

take a nap instead.

Yeah, mummy came to take me home.

At least she lets me play with her hair.

Thanks for letting me hang out in the studio, Uncle Ernesto.

The CD sounds great!

Monkey T's

Thanks Aunty Amy and Aunty Wai Yee for the

very cool Paul Frank T-shirt.

Now Daddy and I can wear matching outfits again.

My New Friends

These are my new friends from parent's group.

From Little Monkey Lau

Mardi Gra

My daddy was playing bass at a Mardi Gra party

and bought home some beads.

I don't know what they are for but I like the colors.

Sorting Blocks

Thank you Eric for the sorting blocks.

I haven't really worked out how to fit them through the lid

but I enjoy pulling them out of the container.

They did a great job attaching the handle too.

Getting Big

I am now 8 1/2 months old.

I think this mini crib is getting too small...

because I keep kicking my monkey friend in the face.

Swinging Success

I'm getting used to the swings now.

It's more fun when I'm not holding on so tight.

I really should protest more when daddy 

makes bad wardrobe choices for me.

Fun in the Park

My Daddy dressed me in blue pants, green shoes and a bear bear outfit.

No wonder nobody came to speak to us.

Swings

It was the first warm day in February so mummy and daddy

thought they would take me to the park.

I am not so sure about this swing business.

Why are they both standing in front of me?

Who is holding me now????

Phew! Mummy came back.

Stacking Rings

My mummy's co-teacher Eric got me these really cool and colorful stacking rings. My daddy thought he would be creative with them. I think I look pretty good.

Bass Lessons

I think it is time for me to show

daddy how good I am on the bass.

I just hope it doesn't fall on me first.

Fun at home

This is me and my posse.

Some people think I don't smile very much...

but at home daddy tells me very funny jokes.

What do I feel like eating?

Mummy, Daddy and I went to a Japanese restaurant for lunch.

I was telling mummy the Tonkatsu rice was a good choice.

All Dressed Up

Today is Anne Marie and Dan's wedding.

My mummy bought me a new outfit for this special occasion.

I think I look pretty handsome.

But then mummy made me wear this big puffy jacket

and it covered up my spiffy outfit.

Miss you Aunty Sue

I love chatting to my Aunty Sue on Skype but

I do miss her cuddles.

Thank you Aunty Juliana

Sometimes I go to work with Daddy.

I love going because I get to hang with Aunty Juliana

and she even gives me presents.

Oh, that's Mummy - in case you are wondering.

I LOVE books! How did she know?

But I love wrapping paper just as much!

Whoa. I didn't know books could be so tall!

Thanks Aunty Juliana.

Wrestling with daddy

Sometimes Daddy and I like to wrestle on the bed.

I have already mastered the block the right nostril move.

My First Sippy Cup

Today I learnt to use my first sippy cup. 

Mummy and Daddy say I am a big boy now.

Sophie the Giraffe

Recently I have discovered the joys of chewing on Sophie the Giraffe. 

I particularly like the squeaking sound it makes as it rubs on my gums.

Thank you Uncle Ernesto and Aunty Jenny!

Sitting up on my own

I am 7 months old now and I can sit up on my own. 

My mummy and daddy are very proud of me.

I also like to put everything in my 

mouth and chew on it.

Bib

My mummy bought me this new bib because 

she thought it was funny and true...

daddy didn't think it was so funny.

Squeaking Sophie

My Uncle Ernesto and Aunty Jenny bought me Sophie.

Since they are both musical I just wanted to thank them

with a squeaky song I wrote.

7 months old

Hiccups

I never realized hiccups could be so funny!

Too Bright

This is how daddy found me during a nap. 

I tried to tell him it was too bright in the room.

Let me show you...

See daddy, this is how you get my pouty look. 

Squeeze those cheeks.

I just showed daddy how I roll over.

Daddy thinks that was pretty clever.

6 1/2 months old

Mummy and Daddy say I am growing up fast.

They can't imagine life without me.

TV face

This is what daddy and I look like when 

we watch cartoons together.

Crab

I have a feeling mummy is watching us.

Should we give her a big smile?

We love you mummy!

Daddy was just telling me how much he loves eating crab.

So I thought I would share mine with him.

Sleep...

I like falling asleep on my daddy's shoulder but

my face gets a little squished.

Hope the wind doesn't change.

My Artwork

My Aunty Sue got a new iPod Touch and this is 

the masterpiece I came up with.

What do you think?

More Eating

I do love my rice cereal and sweet potato. 

YUM!

Aunty Sue

Aunty Sue had fun feeding me carrots and cereal.

She even tried to show me how 

wide to open my mouth.

My Aunty Sue even helped me take my bath. 

I love my Aunty Sue!

My new monkey

My Aunty Sue came to visit and got me a 

new monkey for my collection.

First Snow

Daddy showed snow for the first time today.

I don't see what all the excitement is about.

My First Thanksgiving

What do you use that knife for?

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

I have lots to be thankful for.

My cousin Michael is pretty cute too.

My First Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Nanna's Visit

It was great meeting my Nanna for the first time 

and doing lots of fun things together.

We enjoyed reading books together before bedtime.

Cuddles

I love cuddles with Uncle Ernesto.

Thanks for my Wednesday visits, Aunty Nad!

Cousin Michael and me

Psst...I think they are watching us.

Monkeys

Why is there a monkey kissing my forehead?

Ok, I'll lick him back.

Bath Headgear

I'm not quite sure why they left a towel on my head... 

Hey! No cameras allowed!

Computer Skills

Just showing Mummy what Daddy does during the day when she is out.

I think I did a pretty good imitation of Daddy.

Panda with Very Stretched Right Arm

Thanks Uncle Steve for the Sunnies

I think I look pretty cool

My October Mummy Tribute

Today was Mummy's birthday. Daddy and I took her out to brunch in Tribeca.

Even when it's not her birthday, she makes the best snoozing companion,

And armrest.

Music Lessons

I've started music lessons and I've been hard at work perfecting my instrumental technique.

So far I have learnt:

How to place my recorder into my right pocket:

And how to get dribble all over my ukulele:

I'm 4 Months Old

Look what I can do now

Tuft Guys

Most of the hair that I was born with has fallen out while new hair is growing in it's place.I have left a little tuft at the back of my head grow because I want to look just like my Uncle Andrew:

Though Mummy thinks my 'do' looks more like Uncle Andrew's goatee than Uncle Andrew's tuft.

3 Months Old

I'm 3 Months old today.

So I thought I'd impress everyone by showing them a new skill:

I can now find my right hand and bring it to my mouth.

Though I'm not quite sure why my left hand always has to rub my tummy at the same time.

To celebrate, I decided to latch onto Daddy's arm

Are you asleep yet?

San Gennaro Festival

Apparently it was pretty good.

My Por Por went home last month but she misses me so much she has suddenly learnt how to use Skype.

I wonder what sport Daddy wants me to play when I grow up?

Cricket anyone?

Who has bigger cheeks?

My favourite pastime: Stargazing

Look how high I can lift me head now!

I like it when daddy puts me on his knees and makes me fly through the air. 

My First Exhibition

I attended my first photo exhibition today at a nearby art gallery. It was called 'Dark Skate' and I think daddy took me there because he wants me to become a skateboarder when I grow up.

Apparently it was really good.

Oscar in Brooklyn

Today my mum and dad took me off the island (Manhattan) for the first time to go to an adjacent island called Brooklyn to hang out with Oscar who is almost the same age as I am. He learnt to crawl a lot quicker than me.

Thanks Aunty Melanie and Uncle Aaron for having us over for a BBQ.

My Afternoon

This arvo:

- Fed by mummy.

- Projectile vomited large volume of milk on daddy's green t-shirt and the bed.

- Had a bath.

- While mummy was drying me I pooped on the bath towel and then pooped on mummy when she was putting on my diaper.

- Then daddy came to help so I peed on him and my own face while mummy went to clean herself up.

- Then I had another bath.

- After getting dressed I vomited on my clean clothes.

- Then I was fussy for a little (daddy edit: long) while clawing at daddy's chest and finally fell asleep in daddy's arms.

- I got kisses throughout and my parents still adore me!

What an afternoon!

Little Green Bed Hog

Our normal state...

before we realise Mummy has the camera out.

Daddy, you aren't going to sleep next to me are you?

No really, I think you should leave.

I need this much space.

2 month shots

Today I had to go to the doctor's for my 2 month shots. 

I cried a little but my parents told me I was very brave.

Do you like the snoopy bandaids I got?

Mummy calls us her Boys in Blue

We like reading together...

and pretending to be aggressive New Yorkers together...

Though I still need some practice,

and posing for pictures in our blue uniform.

Daddy's birthday

Today was daddy's birthday. 

I got to blow out the candles with him.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!

Tummy Time

When I am on my tummy I can

actually find my hand much easier.

Ready, Set... here I 

Go!

It is a shame daddy didn't get a photo of 

me with my head up.

Afterwards, I take a well earned break 

hanging out on daddy's lap.

I also get to play with my new friend Sophie Cervini.

Mmmm...do you think I can chew on her head?

6 weeks old

I am 10 1/2  lbs now and I like to smile 

at my parents in my sleep.

Everyone says I look like daddy. Is it true?

Daddy is trying to figure out why my nose is so hard.

I wish he wouldn't!

I like to play mood chameleon...

Happy Face

Sad Face

Goong Goong and Por Por

My Goong Goong and Por Por came all the

way from Australia to meet me.

I was excited to meet them too but I fell asleep waiting.

Por Por likes to talk to me and tell me stories.

Tell me another story Por Por.

I love it when Goong Goong rocks me to sleep. 

My parents hope I don't get used to it.

I love spending time with my grandparents.

Do you like my new hairstyle?

Mummy and Aunty Sue gave me a bath and decided

to give me a new hairstyle.

What do you think?

I think I look pretty cool!

Sleepytime

This is one of my favorite things to do with daddy.

Mummy says we look really cute together.

Don't we look relaxed and rested.

My Noah Kalina Impression

Day out downtown

Daddy was showing me city hall.

Sitting with daddy and Aunty Sue in the park.
Boy, it is hot out here!

Mummy thought it would be a nice photo with the
fountain in the background.

Since we were out for a while mummy had to bring my
special bottle with mummy milk since she hasn't worked
out how to discreetly nurse in public yet.

All full now.

I am tuckered out after my day out in the sun.

My good friend

Thanks Aunty Melanie for my new BFF!

Someone to watch over me.

My daddy's so tired he got the date wrong.
It was actually July 11th, 2008.

Week 3

This was my first bath. I liked it!

edit: i waited 3 long weeks for my first bath because 

the doctor said that my umbilical cord had to fall off first.

don't worry, my parents would sponge me down instead.

All relaxed after my bath experience.



Strumming my daddy's bass.
Shh...don't tell him.



Out and about with mummy in Tribeca.
(daddy edit: the trendy urbanite mum)


Daddy was teaching me to play darts.



As I was saying....


I'm so glad to have someone to share with.



Daddy did I tell you that I love you!



Afternoon naptime.




Aunty Sue is here! I like it when she spoils me.



She likes me so much that she wants to
take me home with her.



My friend watches over me while I sleep.

Breathing Indicator

Mummy and Daddy are always checking to see if I'm breathing.
Daddy came up with this idea.

Hanging out at home

Just chilling out with my daddy.

Dancing in my sleep.


I fell asleep on my feeding pillow. Hope I don't
fall off.

This is the little crib that I sleep in.

Daddy and I are just chatting about the weather
and getting some sun.

I was tuckered out from all the talking.

The 4 monkeys.

Which one am I again?

Mmmmm...so do I like my new friends or my parents better?

This is my blue steel look - my daddy taught me.

Life is good when you are a sausage roll!

Apple of my parent's eye

My parents wanted to know whether I was

a mac or PC guy...

I told them to talk to the hand.

Welcome Jack

Jack was born a few weeks early
but we are so happy to meet our new addition.

Jack weighed 5lbs 15oz and he was 18.5 inches long.

Proud daddy holding Jack.

Jack fast asleep.

Still sleeping.

His toes are so small and so cute.

Welcome to the family Jack!