New Game

While Clu was cleaning our floors, Max found a new game.

A little late....

A little late, but still so much fun to watch. He has been crawling for a couple of weeks and is now walking along furniture and climbing on things. Oh the joy of DISCOVERY!

Mr. Mischief

This little guy is into everything. Dumped out the toy boxAt least he played with the toys for a minute. He found the heater cord (it was not plugged in). He LOVES to play with cords. He also took Zac's letter and hid it under the chopping block. I just found it when I downloaded this picture.Now he has found the cord to the blinds and put it in his mouth. It must taste pretty good.

(Don't worry he was being supervised in all his mischief - I really need a nap.)

"this is it?"

I called my mom today and told her what my day consisted of: Nothing (or so I felt). I told her that I have been chasing after a VERY busy 9 month old and have tried to clean, do laundry, look for a new house, organize in hopes to pack boxes; but all to no avail. My laundry is still there and my house is still a mess. She told me that "NO, you have been 'working at your trade' (which is what her mother called it)". She said that I am doing the most important work that I can do and that I am so lucky to be able to be at home so that I don't miss the important stuff. As I reflected on what she said, I realized that I am SO lucky to be able to stay at home with Max. If I didn't stay at home I would be missing all the important stuff. In a matter of 7 days Max has really gotten the hang of crawling and is climbing and walking along furniture. Just the past two days (after much practice) has learned how to sit down after standing up. So, to all you mothers who feel you have done "nothing" today... remember that you are “workin’ at your trade” – the hardest work of all!

(My friend, Carrie and I are on the same wave length. Check out her thoughts about being a stay at home mom.)

Old McDonald

Max loves to read books and this is one of his favorites. He has just started singing along with Clu (especially when it is time for the sheep).

Update: He is now singing along with the cows too!

Leech

Maxer is so busy. He keeps me on my toes every minute of every day! While having a bath in the sink, I have to watch those quick hands and feet. I obviously was not watching close enough and looked over and found this. He was reaching for the faucet and somehow got one of his toys stuck to him (must've been along for the ride). Too cute - I had to share!

After he threw a fit and was then side tracked by a measuring cup.

Attention!

We officially have a crawling little boy (yes, I am already exhausted from moving things and moving him. We were hoping to be in a new house before this stage, but we haven't found the perfect one yet. In the mean time I am keeping busy by my busy little boy (I have two very busy boys). I will post some video soon.

Don't mind the messy face.

Temple

On Sunday we were able to have a private tour of the Draper Temple. It was such a neat experience to not only get to see the Temple, but to have a private tour by the Temple President. This Temple is amazing... you knew that it is The House of the Lord.

Max was able to come with us and he was very good. He LOVED the chandeliers and the mirrors in the sealing rooms. His eyes lit up with joy.

The temple president, President Staheli just loved Max he couldn't get enough of him (I can't blame him..Max is a cutie!) - Thanks Steven! This was a very special experience that we will never forget!

p.s. We wanted a picture in front of the Temple, but the it was like a blizzard outside and so it will have to be another time.

Caddie

Max has found the golf clubs and knows how to use them: You start by marking your ball and

cleaning your clubs. He is ready to be your caddie grandpa!

Our new swiffer