Movin on up

Tucker moved up a class at day care this week. He is no longer a baby bumblebee, he joined the Brown Bears class for 1 year olds! He has handled the transition so well. He literally jumps out of my arms when we get there and runs to play with the other kids, and when I pick him up I have to pull him out of the room. They are learning basic sign language and supposedly they are trying to teach them to pick up their toys but I doubt he will learn that anytime soon! All the kids sit around the table at lunch time and feed themselves, it is so neat! And like his Daddy, I can always tell what he had for lunch when I pick him up because it's all over his clothes! I'm so glad he hasn't had a hard time with the change; however, me and his old teachers aren't doing quiet as well. We all cried when we stopped by to visit them Monday. They had taken care of him since he was 6 weeks old, and we were all a little attached to each other. Here are a few pictures of him in his new classroom, and a picture of him with his old teachers (aka second mamas), Ms. Teesa and Ms. Diane.

Almost a year!!!

It's hard to believe that Tucker is 11 months old this week! He is growing so fast...it doesn't seem like its been a year since we were getting his nursery ready, having baby showers, and anticipating his arrival. He is now walking all over the place...literally running at times and we have a hard time keeping track of him. He's also climbing, which I know is extremely dangerous!!!! He can climb our stairs in 9 seconds (we timed him, with supervision of course), and yesterday I turned my back for just a second and he had climbed up on the fireplace to get a better view of the tv! It is definately time to bring out the baby gates. He's saying Mama and Dada, giving high fives, and pointing a lot now. We are also so glad that he is a really good eater. He has not rejected anything so far. We grew our own tomatoes this year and he LOVES them!!! Last night he ate a whole tomato by himself. He also loves oatmeal, eggs, quesedillas, and any kind of vegetable. We are planning his first birthday party for August 22nd, so hopefully yall can all make it. I've included a few pictures from our trip to the coast on July 4th. Tucker had a great time riding in Daddy's boat and playing on the beach. Hope to see you all soon!

10 months and walking!!!

Tucker is officially walking! He's been taking one or two steps for a couple of weeks now, but this weekend he starting taking up to 10 at a time! He usually falls down once he realizes what he's doing. I know we are going to have our hands full now....we just went and bought the child proof latches for our cabinets because he has learned where we keep the pots and pans, and his snacks, and he keeps dragging everything out in the floor! Please pray for his safety and our sanity and he becomes more mobile!

Daniel Family Staycation!!!

We enjoyed a family "staycation" at our house with GG and Pops, Uncle Matt and Aunt Leigh, and cousin Ridge this past weekend. Everyone enjoyed hanging around the pool, grilling out, and watching Tucker and Ridge splash around together! We were so glad that Papa Wolfe and Nannoo could come over on Saturday to visit with the boys. Tucker is about 2 months older than Ridge but they are about the same size now and can really play together. Here are some pictures of them enjoying each other's company!

Another Beach Vacation

Tucker took his second trip to the ocean last week....he is quickly becoming a beach bum! We went to Panama City Beach with my parents and my sister's family. Once again, Tucker loved playing in the sand, even though he didn't eat quite as much this time. We had a lot of fun with him in the pool....he loves to float on his back as you can see in the video.

He started standing without holding on to anything last week and is trying to take a step but usually crashes when he does! He's also eating some table food now and loves to feed himself cherios. And I guess I should quit denying it and admit that he has said his first word....Da-Da. He doesn't necessarily say it when he sees Wes, but if I say it, he repeats it after me. My philosophy on why babies usually say Da-Da first is because they never have to call for Mama because she is always there! He is growing too fast...where does the time go?

Baby Beethoven

Check out Tucker's newest talent. He is going to be a musical genius on the piano...just like his Papa Harper.

Tucker's First Beach Trip

Tucker took his first trip to the beach last weekend! We went to St. Simons with our friends and neighbors, Chandler, Jodi, and Coley. Coley is 6 weeks younger than Tucker and they had a great time playing together. He loved the sun and water...and especially the sand! He kept trying to eat it so we had to sit him in his wagon most of the time. We can't wait to take him to Panama City at the end of the month with my parents. He is going to love it....but hopefully eat less sand:)