Cali Christmas

It’s been fun here in California! I’ve sat outside on the patio, gone shopping with the girls, and hung out in my new swing. I even get to sleep in a new bed that plays music in Grandma Lola’s room.
I liked Christmas, even if I did sleep while Mom and Dad opened most of my presents. I got lots of stuff! I got lots of clothes from Grandma Lola and Mom and Dad – I’m growing fast! Grandma Lola got me lots of books and I also got some superfun toys and the Bambi movie from Santa. Aunt Kristie got me a fun elephant and a rocket night light.
Mom, Grandma Lola and Aunt Kristie had lots of fun dressing me. I wore at least 4 things that day. Don’t they know I hate when they squish my arms in and out of sleeves? Oh well, I looked super cute. I got to see Dad and Grandpa Gary golfing and sit outside. I love Christmas in California!

Early Christmas :)

I thought that Christmas wasn’t for another week, but it came early!!
Yesterday Grandma Peggy and Grandpa Mike came over. All of us, Uncle Mark too got to open presents. Actually most of mine were just under the tree – I don’t care about wrapping paper yet. I got some big heavy puzzles and a few toys that will be fun once I start walking around more.
A little later, more people came over! Aunt Lori, Aunt Pam and Uncle Dave and Aunt Suzy and my cousin, Ann came over. They got me some books, CD’s and toys. We watched TV and they all pigged out on food.
Later Mom and Dad went out for some much deserved alone time and I hung out with Grandma Peggy and Grandpa Mike for a while. I decided to test what they remembered from when Dad was little, so I cried for a while. They did pretty good!
I go to California in 6 days!!

Santa Baby

Today Mom and Dad took me to see Santa Claus. I was so excited I fell asleep! When it was my turn Mom tried to wake me a little, but all I did was curl up in a little ball. So I had my picture taken with Santa (he was nice and gentle) and he even took a quick snooze with me. He didn't ask what I wanted for Christmas, but I think he knew anyways. I can't wait to see what he leaves me under the Christmas tree in California!

My 1st Thanksgiving

Today was my first Thanksgiving. Mom, Dad, Uncle Mark, Aunt Kristie and I all went over to Great Aunt Suzy's house. I got to meet a whole bunch of my dad's family there. I slept a lot and was held ALL day! They got to eat a whole bunch of yummy looking food, but I just drank my bottle. Must go....I have to mentally prepare myself to go shopping with mom tomorrow morning. She must be crazy....

Ben - Aged 2 weeks

Here I am - 2 whole weeks old. Things have been good. I am eating from a bottle now and I love it. I went to see Dr. Park for a checkup on Monday. She saidI am doing very well and am on track as far as weight gain. I heard her say something about shots when I come in at 2 months. Not sure what that means, but it doesn't sound like I am going to enjoy it.

I have been out and about visiting people. I have now napped at Aunt Kristie's house and at Great Grandpa Len's apartment. I have kept Mom and Dad very entertained. I have "wowed" them with all of my array of facial expressions and my ability to soil a diaper (and the wall and my clothes and their clothes and (oops) my face) before it's even fastened on me. I have watched more episodes of Law and Order with my Dad than most grown-ups and have learned so much from the many hours of TLC that I watch with my mom.

Mom and Dad are taking me out to dinner for my 2 week birthday. I wonder what I will order...if I don't fall asleep on the way there. Mom has put me in pants and a hoodie today. Buh-bye to those sleepers!!

Tomorrow I am going to have my first modeling session at Proex. Mom's friend Diana is going to take my picture. I sure hope they don't do anything embarrasing.....

I'll miss you Grandma Lola!!

Well, I'm just over a week old now. I've been so busy between eating, sleeping and diaper changes. I love to be held by everyone and have been drinking my food from a little cup.
Everyone is very impressed by how good I am at it - they say I'm so grown up.

Today was a little sad, I had to say goodbye to Grandma Lola until Christmas. I am going to miss her a lot, but I know she loves me a lot. We said we will talk to each other all of the time on the webcam. I told her that even if I am sleeping or screaming when we talk, I love her and am happy that I get to see her and hear her anyways.

We all had dinner and made sure to get some pictures before she left. I can't wait until Christmas when we can all play again.

Trick or Treat

Hi, I am 5 days old today and it's Halloween! I also want to get a shout out to Uncle Franklin - Happy Birthday!!!I got to wear the costume that Mom and Dad got me before I was even born. They got me a hot chile pepper costume. I know, it's not your traditional halloween costume, but I totally pulled it off. For a short time, I WAS a chile pepper. I didn't get to go trick-or-treating this year. It's okay though, I can't walk and my awesome costume didn't have feet anyways.

Grandma Lola, Aunt Kristie and Grandma Peggy and Grandpa Mike all came to see me all decked out. Auntie Caroline also came over with Darth Vader (Tommy) and Cinderella (Caitlin.)

More later, I've got to go and make sure Mom and Dad aren't eating all of the candy.

Homecoming

Hi! My name is Benjamin Michael Keeler. I was born a few
days ago on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 6:44 pm. I was 7 pounds, 13.9 ounces and 21 1/4 inches long. My mom, Maggie and my dad, Paul were SO excited to finally meet me. Can you blame them? I AM pretty incredible. Not to toot my own horn, but I am SUPER cute and fun to be around.

I came home from the hospital today, my Great Grandpa Len's 85th birthday. When I got home I was welcomed by Grandma Lola, Aunt Kristie and Grandpa Mike and Uncle Mark came over too. I got to meet my kitty, Cassie. She sure is furry, but I like her and she seems to like me alright. Then my mom and Aunt Kristie gave me a bath and I SCREAMED the whole time. Dad got it all on video, so he can embarass me when I'm older. Later my Grandma Lola's family came over to celebrate Great Grandpa's birthday. I met lots of people and charmed tham all.

Mom and Dad want me to go to sleep now, more later.