Happy birthdays!

November saw Aotis turn 9 months old, and yours truly, 37.  I was fortunate to get multiple bday celebrations - breakfast with the whole Anderson clan, ladies night out with Tracy and her sister Tonya, then this one at a Sushi/Hibachi restaurant with the five of us for bday dinner, which was the only one I managed to find a picture from.  Aotis and Arjen were pretty entranced with the fire display, although after I look closer at this pic, I don't think Arjen was a fan of the loud birthday song they were playing.  Gus (in the background behind my left shoulder) was less than thrilled with the fire!  He'd step away quickly from the table every time they got it going, even this sparkler bday candle!  Sushi hit the spot, followed by ice cream cake and cards in Fond du Lac with Wayne, Cherie, and Tracy and Arden's crew.  Thanks to all who helped celebrate! 

Now on to more exciting talk of getting older, and a much cuter subject!  

This guy continues to be a light in this family, getting more and more aware of who we all are, and showing more of his own personality.  Crawling like a tasmanian devil everywhere, and cruising along anything and everything he can get a hand on.  Still no teeth, and still no attempts at walking unsupported.  But the curls remain, as do the smiles!  

Super curls after bath time 

Mr. Music Man - He loves to gently bang on the piano and strum the guitar! He's also figured out waving Hi and Bye!  He likes to wave for recognition when he's spotted doing something he thinks is exciting. 

Oh, and this.  His newest fave thing is to open all the cupboards and get as far in as he possibly can.  

Not sure where or why this expression showed up, but he's taken to grasping the sides of his head in an "Oh My!" type of expression.  

Chillin' in the cart with his bros.  (Never thought I'd be using this cart again after the older two realized they'd rather walk, but oddly enough, it was their idea to start using it again!  Makes for a much faster trip through Target!)

Enjoying a fall day outside, and of course getting his hands on whatever big bro toy is available and unattended.

Aotis was enjoying being part of the pile with his bros…right up until I took a picture that is.

Again with the cupboards

Getting harder for this guy to sit still!