Wha...What? Kid x 2?

Yup, as crazy as it might sound, the Hobbs are adding another small one. We've spoiled Kennedy so much that we decided to spread the love around a little. Our little _______ (boy to be named Theodore later) will be arriving sometime in late August. I'm not really sure what else to write so I'm going to include some pictures of the little man and the reaction from our family.

Boy: Now this is just rude, no one wants to see this!
Kennedy: What's that?
Mom: I'll tell you when your older.

Mom: Isn't that precious?
Dad: Actually,...yes. It is quite precious.

Dad: Look at that profile, that belongs on a coin or something.
Kennedy: Oh, money.

Baby Boy: Dudes, look what I can do. That's right, my nose is on my knee.
Mom: Wow! Aren't you talented!

Dad: Look at that smile, he is just loving life right now.
Mom: Oh...I think I'm going to cry.
Kennedy: Ok guys, this is pretty lame, no one really wants to see this.
Theodore..I mean Baby Boy: Somebody's jealous.

So there you have it. This is our new little boy. Save the date and come welcome in this new addition to our ever improving Hobbs clan. We aren't sure if our patience or energy will be able to overcome an equal parent to baby ratio (1:1), but whether we're ready or not, this is happening.

Easters Sunday

What a great day, am I right? For any of you who live in Utah you know that today was awesome. It was like Mother Nature opened the summer door just to remind us of how wonderful warm weather can be. For those of you who live elsewhere just know we needed this. Last week we had snow, this week we're wearing shorts. Shorts! Here are a few pictures of our little family on a wonderful Easter afternoon.

This is what we call, The Hobbs Family in their Sunday Bests. We thought that we definitely needed to get a picture because we made a point to dress up all fancy pants for Easter Sunday. It is tough to get the little girl to stand still, so this picture will have to do. It is also, as you might be able to tell, tough to find a place to take a picture. It is either too bright, not shady enough, or in front of the power meters. Win some and lose some I guess.

Lazy Sunday. Kennedy knows how to just sit back and relax...or so you might think. Look closely. You can see that her feet are blurry, this is because she doesn't ever sit still. She is always moving. Even when she is "relaxing."

The blossoms are out. Spring is here. Throw off the blankets and put away the long socks. Bust out the shorts and the white hairy legs because we are ready to party. And party we will. Bees games, BBQs, walks (to and from the pool), bike rides with our new bike trailer, and, of course, partying.

This was really funny to me. Kennedy had no idea what was going on here. She spent more time taking eggs from her basket and putting them in the bushes. Oh, and picking up handfuls of dirt, she spent a lot of time doing that. Kennedy couldn't care less. She didn't find any of these eggs on her own and she will eat very little of the candy on her own either. This was 100% her parents (us) prodding her to do something that by all counts is very weird. Oh well, we have a great video because of it, so enjoy.

How Cute Are We?...Seriously, I Want An Answer.

Kennedy keeping the world safe at Firehouse Subs

Kennedy isn't a baby any more. She is a cute 1 year-old. Suzanna and I never wanted her to grow up. When she was only a few days old we would hold her and whisper in her little baby ears, "promise me you will stay this small forever." She was very non-committal and in the end she decided to do things her way. Right now she is out and about and all around. Kennedy loves walking around and getting into things.

I remember people saying that their kids had made it impossible to go to restaurants or the grocery store. I didn't believe them. I thought they just weren't patient enough or that they were too self-conscious about how much trouble they were causing. Now I know that they were not lying. As much fun as Kennedy is, now that she is walking, throwing food, and screaming, it has officially become impossible to take her out. IT JUST ISN'T WORTH IT. I guess it is fast food and take-out for at least a few more (10) years.

Kennedy has a great new game, maybe you've heard of it, Peek-a-boo. She plays this game anytime she gets. She hides behind hands, blankets, doors, stuffed animals and...well...pretty much anything you can hide behind. I took Kennedy swimming and she started having fun with the lockers. She went in on her own. I promise I didn't lead her into the locker. Although, truth be told, I did shut the door. Don't worry, she doesn't have any traumatizing middle school memories that are triggered, so we're good.

It's been awhile

Well, it has been way too long. I'm not a good blogger. I've tried to be, but it just doesn't pan out. To my credit though, I know I'm not a good blogger. I know that I am neglectful and, well, at times just plain lazy, but I am getting one out today. Let's just look at the positives.

• We are happy and healthy. Being sick sucks and having a sick kid is even worse (ask Suz, working with sick kids is her thing). Aside from a runny and snotty nose, Kennedy has gone through the winter unscathed despite dropping her binky on floors from classy establishments like the Cheesecake Factory bathroom to the not so classy Chevron station in Plymouth and everywhere in between.
• Suzanna's hair is short. She has wanted to do this for ever, but has always been a little apprehensive (this is Suzanna adding something. Not so much apprehensive as just plain lazy.) It is amazing what having your hair pulled by tiny kid claws will do to your hair cutting inhibitions.
• My beard is back baby.
• There is finally some snow on the ground. This winter has been lame so far. It started out super cold. Then it got super hazy (which sucks). Then it got super warm (nice, but it just doesn't feel right). Then, last night, we finally got some snow. Ski season for Jeris can finally begin.
• As stated earlier, I'm blogging.
• Kennedy can not only stand on her own (as seen in the picture), she can also do the zombie baby stagger. Kennedy loves her new skill. It allows her to chase Roxie, go upstairs and unload the DVDs, follow us and pound on the bathroom door, and (saved the best for last) go and get me snacks from the pantry...alright, she isn't doing that yet, but I have big plans (she likes to bring Roxie her bag of treats, though, for some reason). This has been going on since the early half of December and we love it (she loves it more).

As you can see/read things are great here in Salt Lake. We had a wonderful holiday season and we are getting close to Kennedy's first birthday.

Some time ago and Today (December 4th, 2011)

As you can see, there are a few things that have changed since the last time I posted, and even between the two pictures I am posting today. Here in Utah we are waist deep in winter. T6he air is cold and the world is brown. We don't have snow (here in the valley), but as I have said, it is very cold and the flakes are beginning to fly. Some of the things you can't see by the pictures is how much Kennedy has grown. She is no longer a little baby...she is a big baby. Kennedy has lots of new tricks like waving, clapping, climbing up the stairs, sliding down the stairs, standing alone, and using furniture as a crutch as she walks around. Some of her new tricks are good, but there are some that are a little exhausting. She has learned to do a crocodile like death roll when she is faced with a diaper change. She has also learned about how much better mom is than any other human on earth. Kennedy loves her mom and wants to be with her mom 24/7. When Suzanna goes to work, Kennedy spends most of the night crying and clawing at the back door or crying and clawing her way up the stairs. She may not be that sweet peaceful little baby that we loved, but with every new trick, smile and giggle she becomes more and more entertaining. We love her and can't wait to watch her enjoy her first Christmas in a few more weeks. 

Sunday Shots (October 2nd and 16th)

I have been really bad these past couple weeks. Now that school is in session I have a lot less time to do the important things (the amount of time wasting has stayed about the same). However, we have been having a lot of fun. We spent conference week with Rob and Kari Williams and Kennedy got her first trip to Temple Square. It was pretty exciting. The more active she gets, the more active our parenting strategies have become. Pretty much I move her as far away from the trouble she is trying to cause and then I take a little break as she makes her way back. Roxie's food has become a constant goal. She gets a handful and starts a munchin. It is a great new game. Anyway, life is more hectic, but with it comes a fair amount of entertainment.

After this last picture was taken, some lady started to freak out. She thought that some dumb parent had put their kid down and walked away. I was seriously standing about 5 feet away.

This is October 16th. Kennedy is getting big. She isn't that cute little baby that used to just stare at everything all day. She grabs and blabs and gets in all sorts of trouble. Come see us sometime.

Going Mobile

Hide yo toyz, hide yo outlets because Baby is fully mobile. It was a day that we were all looking forward to, but now that it is here we want to turn back time.

Ok, I'm done with the music...for now. In fact here I am writing this blog post and Suzanna is upstairs doing something. But where is baby? Well, she just unstacked the DVD player from atop the cable receiver and now she is ripping the A/V cables out of the wall. Hold on, let me distract her.

Alright we're back. Having a mobile baby is super cute, but it also a handful. Last night, while Suzanna was working, I watched Thor. Correction: last night, while Suzanna was working, I tried to watch Thor. Kennedy was all over the place. Climbing over me. Pulling herself up on the couch to grab the computer. I had to stop the movie every so often just to catch her. It is exhausting. Which raises the question. How is it not exhausting for her? She struggles and wallers all night long and it doesn't seem to phase her. My guess is, it will only get worse.

It isn't all bad though. First, it gives her something to do. I'll put one of her toys on one side of the room and have her crawl to them and then I pick her up and we start all over again. It is quite entertaining. Second, it is very cute to have her follow you. Last night she was working up one of her fits, so I left her so I could make a bottle. Before too long I hear her crying getting closer. And closer. Then, I see her poke her sad, tear soaked face around the corner...Only to have me pick her up and carry her back to her spot to start the routine all over again. What fun, eh? So here it is, with out any further prattle, Kennedy Fully Mobile.