Stats:

Reid just went into the doctor for his 2-year check up, and here's where he stands (literally):

Head Size: 50th %
Weight: 52nd %
Height: 70th %

That's right ladies and gentlemen. A child produced by Nate and I is in the 70th percentile for height! I am so excited. I know he's just two and so much can change over the course of his life, but I have been hoping that Reid might get all those tall genes from Nate's side of the family instead of being a shortie like me, so keep your fingers crossed that he'll be taller than 5' 8". That's all I ask, really.

Also, I chose this picture because Reid was calling for help the other day, and I found him like this. He was playing in the sink and let go with his feet and got stuck. So what did I do? I grabbed the camera before helping him like any good mommy would. And yes, our bathroom really is that small. =(

I went to my 20 week checkup/ultrasound, and here is how fat I have gotten! The good news is that it's still a boy, (he was NOT shy about that, but he refused to let us see his face) everything looks healthy and normal, AND I have only gained 4 pounds! woohoo! You can't tell by how fat I look, but scales don't lie! I have been a lot better about exercising this time, and I think my marathon training is paying off!

Reid's B-day Party

So, because Reid's birthday landed on Thanksgiving this year we decided to throw him a low-key party the week after for all of his "friends." The delicious looking specimen you are feasting your eyes upon (above picture) is the ridiculously awesome cake Katrina and I made. OK. It's not that amazing, but considering the fact that I decorated it ALL BY MYSELF makes me feel like a good mommy who is crafty.

Yum!

This is Reid's little buddy, Jonathan. He sure is a cutie, and he manages to bring the noise level down a notch with his sweet disposition.

Reid has never enjoyed wearing party hats for some reason. Personally, I think it's because he hasn't figured out that he can put it over his forhead and run at the other kids like a rhino when they get too close to his presents. Just my opinion.

Matt, Joy, and Reid's buddy Sam. Sam is really a cutie-patootie, but it looks as though we caught him mid-sneeze. Unfortunately, this was the only picture we got of Sam. Sorry, little buddy.

Singin' Happy Birthday!

True to tradition, I took the cake away and gave Reid his very own cupcake. Matt said; "show us how to eat like a piggy," and Reid said; "sure."

Here Reid is unwrapping his beloved firetruck. Those of you who have not spent a lot of time with Reid may not know that firetrucks are his most favorite thing in the world. Also, don't mind that our son is white trash. We always have to strip him down to his diaper when he eats because he's SO MESSY!

Playing games with Jess and Jack (BFF). We had so much fun! Thanks to everyone who came!

Thanksgiving and Reid's second birthday

For Thanksgiving this year we were invited to My sister-in-law's parent's (if that makes sense!) house in Idaho. They live way out in the middle of nowhere, but it sure was beautiful! (see above photo).

CUTE BUTTS!

I didn't really see much of Reid over the weekend because he was having too much fun with his cousin Audrey. Seriously, these two didn't want to have anything to do with us because they were playing so well! It was so fun to see Reid and Audrey getting along so well!

Andrea's parents have horses, cows, a trampoline, cats and lots of dirt. That's all Reid really needs to be happy.

We went on a little hike, and that's me and Andrea in back and my niece Katrina and Andrea's sister Natalie in front.

My mom also flew in from Seattle to spend Thanksgiving with us. We had lots of fun!

They had those big round hay bails that look like giant marshmallows when you cover them in the winter, (does anyone know what I'm talking about?) and Reid had a great time sliding down them with Andrea's dad.

Reid and dad jumping from bail to bail.

Reid's 2nd birthday also happened to fall on Thanksgiving this year, so my mom got him his first bike and helmet set. He was a little nervous to try it out, but after dad showed him how it's done he was much less afraid.


Papa also sent him his first lap top! It's a little advanced for him, but he still loves playing with all of the buttons! Also, Nate's parents sent him three toy airplanes that he has been loving! Reid sure has some awesome grandparents!


So, thanksgiving was a lot of fun. It was so nice to have someplace to go and family to see as we have been deprived of family contact way out here in Utah. Andrea's family was so kind and wonderful, and it was great to see my mom as well. We can't wait to come home for Christmas!!!

P.S. At Andrea's request, I changed my baby-countdown thingy from the creepy floating baby to something easier on the eyes. You're welcome, America.

First Hair Cut...

Reid has had a hard time growing hair over the years, but as you can see from this picture it has gotten kind of long and wispy, so I let Nate bust out the clippers and go to town!


He really only did the back, but it makes a big difference, and Reid looks more like a little boy now! Where has my little baby gone?!