The Spatula

Will is a kid who never seemed to need any transitional object or security object such as the pacifier, blanket, or stuffed animal until he discovered the spatula. At our house we have about five or six different kinds of spatulas in different shapes, colors and sizes. As soon as Will was mobile enough to make his own choices, he chose the spatula and carried it around as one would their favorite "blankie". He sleeps with his spatula. He rides in the car with his spatula. He walks around town with his spatula uncaring about the strange looks or comments we hear from afar, "Hey, gonna flip some pancakes!"

Playtime with Soren

We invited Soren over to play while his parents did some finishing touches on their remodel. It was a lot of work to care for two toddlers but it was fun to see these guys "play" together!

Haircut

One of Will's favorite things to do is to get his haircut. The hair stylists are always surprised by how "good" he is-- almost catatonic actually-- when he sits in the salon chair. He has a little bit of a hair fetish and he likes to rub or twirl his hair to comfort himself before falling asleep. He also likes to rub other people's hair if he is lucky enough to be held!

Getting Ready for School!

At 13 months old Will is getting ready to embark on new adventures as a student in a Montessori Toddler Community. We took this photo for his little cupboard where he stores his lunchbag, coat, and shoes.

Great Grandparents

Milwaukee

This is Paul's best childhood friend, Chris and his son Liam who is just about a year older than Will.

Baby of the Month: August