Alexander the Great

Santa

2011-12-14T07:06:00.000-08:00

Alexander LOVED going to see Santa. Went right up to Santa and told him what he would like. Then looked all around and asked "were is it?" Lot's of fun.

Gingerbread house Party

2011-12-13T06:32:00.000-08:00

Off to Gaga's house we went. O and Josh can over to "build and decorate" a ginger bread house. I thought last year was fun. The boys had so much fun and were so excited. The boys played and had so much fun.

Alexander goes to the Car show

2011-11-23T17:14:00.000-08:00

Dad got tickets and away we go....

Mighty Monkee

2011-11-14T09:39:00.000-08:00

Alexander is taking new class's. He loves .The Mighty Monkee program is specialized for 3 to 4 year olds and is designed to teach children life skills in a fun and exciting manner. Using "FUN-damental" exercises, Kids Taekwondo

http://www.goldmedalcenter.com/

Birthday Party fun

2011-11-13T17:45:00.000-08:00

Alexander had so much fun at his friends birthday party.

Halloween 2011

2011-10-31T20:32:00.000-07:00

Two costumes, he insisted on being Darth Vader even when he had such a cute Bear costume made by my sister.

Halloween Jammies a new tradition.

3rd year trick or treating in Brisbane

La Petite Baleen..Swim Class

2011-10-24T17:11:00.000-07:00

Alexander loves swim class. He recently got his first ribbon "the rainbow ribbon" and today he tried to swim on his own. I almost had a heart attack. Teacher Nick is one of his favorites.

Italian Heritage Parade/North Beach, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:25:00.001-07:00

Italian Heritage Parade/North Beach, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Alexander took 1 look and said look mommy NCIS...

Italian Heritage Parade/North Beach, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:24:00.001-07:00

Italian Heritage Parade/North Beach, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Alexander loved the horses the best.

Italian Heritage Parade/North Beach, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:23:00.001-07:00

Italian Heritage Parade/North Beach, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Dancing in the street, loved the columbus day parade.

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:20:00.001-07:00

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Gaga paid twice to get him into the petting zoo, he loved it.

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:18:00.003-07:00

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

He told us this was his favorite part.

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:18:00.001-07:00

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

IHalf Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:17:00.003-07:00

IHalf Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

goofing around

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011

2011-10-16T20:17:00.001-07:00

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, Oct. 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Big pumpkin, we had a blast!

Cowboys 27 49ers 24...WIN!!!!!!!!!!

2011-09-18T13:04:00.000-07:00

Alexander got to see the boys play, Eric was super excited to take us. It's a even better day when the boys win too! A little tailgating pre-game too.

The Kite Festival 2011

2011-09-17T18:05:00.000-07:00

Wow, this was our third year going to the festival. Alexander got his first Kite with a dinosaur on it. Gaga and Daddy had a picnic with Alexander and then they enjoyed the festival.

More crafty projects

2011-09-04T22:45:00.001-07:00

Lot's of fun!

The Letter A and crafting

2011-09-04T20:39:00.000-07:00

Alexander has discovered a love forcrafts. Off I went to Michaels to purchase all we needed, took some ideas from different blogs and we were off. $50 dollars later...who knew it could get so pricey.

I figured it would be a good idea to start learning our ABC's while I'm at it.

A is for Alligator

http://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2009/04/letter-of-the-week-a.html

What you need for this easy project....

Construction paper,Safety scissors,
Glue Stick
White paper
Googly eyes,
Paint

Butterfly..he wanted to make it and we had fun..

http://jennwa.blogspot.com/2010/04/easy-paper-plate-butterflies.html

We even found a fun song....

Alligator, Alligator Rhyme … say the rhyme and act it out! Repeat “Alligator, Alligator” between each line.

Alligator, Alligator

turn around

touch the ground

chomp your jaws

(arms out straight in front and chomp them)

show your claws

get down low

move real slow

reach up high

wave goodbye!

So here are some pictures of our fun.

Goofing around

2011-08-08T11:47:00.001-07:00

A super fun morning! lot's of fun.

Alexander and Mommy hanging out

2011-08-08T08:40:00.000-07:00

Alexander is in charge of feeding Sammy carrots every night. He helped Mommy clean out Sammy's cage. We had just gotten back from taking her to the Dr. office for her Mani and Pedi

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011

2011-08-07T10:19:00.001-07:00

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

and the biggest hit was a gift from Daddy, Darth Vader.

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011

2011-08-07T10:18:00.003-07:00

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Alexander loves his new Lunch Box!

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011

2011-08-07T10:18:00.001-07:00

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Toy Fire Engine was a big hit, Thank you Brianna

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011

2011-08-07T10:17:00.001-07:00

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Uncle Alfredo gave Alexander 3 video's and a Gift certificate to Disney Land, and a new pair of shoes ( Mommy Loves them)

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011

2011-08-07T10:15:00.001-07:00

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

The center piece collapsed, thank goodness Gary was there.

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011

2011-08-07T10:13:00.001-07:00

Alexander's 3rd Birthday, July 2011, a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

Alexander turns 3, A Mickey Mouse Birthday Party.

Amazed how Alexander gets into trouble.......

2011-08-01T08:16:00.000-07:00

Well the other night Alexander ran head first into our bed frame. Why didn't I stop him? I tried he got past me... I have noticed he is getting faster and faster and he zoooomed past me.

He seems to get more bumps and bruises with Mommy and Daddy than when we leave him at daycare or at Gaga's.

I found the first picture of the same eye with a boo-boo on it from last year.

Mickey Mouse Birthday Party.

2011-07-25T10:20:00.000-07:00

My big boy is 3, wow time goes by so fast. I remember the day we brought him home and I was thrilled and excited. I had this tiny little boy. Eric and I were in awe of him. So now he's 3! Wow, I am excited to see what the future hold for us.

We had a small party in Gaga's back yard. 3 friends O and B came to play. We took the kids to watch Winnie the Pooh the movie, then back to Gaga's for Pizza and Cake.

Super Mario Birthday Party

2011-07-10T09:19:00.000-07:00

Alexander was invited to a Super Mario party. Having never met Nathan he wasn't sure. But once he said "Happy Birthday Nathan" he was ready to PLAY! The two boys made fast friends. Pinatas and balloon toss, bounce house O'My. Alexander loved that Nathan's Uncles dressed up Mario and Luigi.

Picnic and playdates

2011-06-20T09:14:00.000-07:00

Hanging out with our buddies.

Super Alexander and the kitty

2011-06-15T09:00:00.000-07:00

Alexander and I found this cute cape. He has not taken it off for much. He also found my red colander to top off the outfit. He runs about the house declaring he's "Super Alexander!". I think he's been watching to much Mickey Mouse or Super Grover.

One morning Alexander and I heard "Meow, Meow" the next door kitty had been locked out of his home. He loved kitty sitting and the little kitty loved hanging with us.

Art work...my little Picasso

2011-06-02T08:45:00.000-07:00

Alexander loves to make art.....Auntie Char discovered some fun stickers that are so much fun. So off we went to the local Michael's art supply store. Alexander likes the Pirate stickers best. We have discovered a few stickers stuck to poor Daddies pants or the back of a chair. But it's fun and he is enjoying making lots of fun projects.

Memorial Day 2011

2011-05-30T08:30:00.000-07:00

I found a coupon online for Lemos farms, I new Alexander would love it. We had to have Gaga join us and wow was I right Alexander had the best day. He is remembering everything and can still remind of us the day he went to the farm.

Mothers Day fun

2011-05-09T08:22:00.000-07:00

The boys took me to the Cheesecake factory and we had a great brunch. I was also treated to a fun walk and we hung out at the Zeum.....http://www.zeum.org/

The WII fitness was the big hit of the day, I love it.

Alexander goes to visit Zoey

2011-04-17T16:47:00.000-07:00

I loved that they got to meet, they were sweet after a few minutes of shyness Zoey shared her toys. Alexander loved hanging out with her.

The Zoo, very excited boys

2011-04-16T16:41:00.000-07:00

The Zoo

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The boys had a great time...video to follow

Saying goodbye to GG and the boys

2011-04-15T17:02:00.000-07:00

The Dinosaur Museum

2011-04-15T15:14:00.000-07:00

Getting My Dose of Kids, Feb. 2011

2011-03-07T14:05:00.001-08:00

Getting My Dose of Kids, Feb. 2011 a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

My best buddy! O is great.

Getting My Dose of Kids, Feb. 2011

2011-03-07T14:04:00.001-08:00

Getting My Dose of Kids, Feb. 2011 a photo by L.i.n.d.a.T. on Flickr.

From Auntie Linda

Play Date at the best playground

2011-03-07T13:38:00.001-08:00

Party Time

2011-02-27T13:26:00.000-08:00

Alexander had fun at the latest birthday party. It was at a little gym, Dad had fun too! Alexander is also having a blast with his best buddies from Daycare.

Some odds and ends from Feb....

2011-02-17T13:50:00.000-08:00

Crafts and Projects

2011-01-08T12:35:00.000-08:00

Alexander loves when we make things together so this year I'm going to work on a few projects with him.

My first one was a fun one that he seemed to like, well he liked eating it at least. It was called the Mixed up Snowman snack

Mixed-Up Snowman Snacks
Ingredients:

Pretzel Sticks
Junior Mints Candies

Orange Sprinkles (the long variety)
Fruit Roll-ups, cut into strips
Small Marshmallows
Mini Chocolate Chips

Sandwich Baggies

It takes a village...lol

2011-01-01T09:20:00.000-08:00

Alexander loves playing with his daddy, this time he enjoyed playing with Auntie Char too! Lot's of giggling and tumbling all over the couch. As you can see Gaga was enjoying watching. What a great day for the first of the year. Spending it with his favorite people.

2010 A very Buzz Light Year and Star Wars Christmas

2010-12-30T09:57:00.000-08:00

A few examples of a boy who loves Toy Story and now Star Wars. Just the other day Alexander called Darth Vader to come over and Play. He has toted Buzz all over the house and as he watched Toy Story 3 he had all the "guys" together to watch.

Auntie and Uncle come to visit, 2nd Christmas

2010-12-29T09:42:00.000-08:00

Alexander enjoyed spending time with his Great Aunt Char and Great Uncle Rick. Alexander had fun helping open there presents too. The first night they got here we had a second Christmas and much to Alexanders pleasure he got another Buzz shirt. It has been a very Toy Story Christmas. He took off his shirt so he could put on his new Buzz Light Year Shirt.

Christmas 2010

2010-12-25T09:11:00.000-08:00

Christmas was a big success. A new bike, helmet, Buzz light year rain boots. Auntie Suzanne gave Alexander a new Buzz light year t-shirt and a "Pack-Back". These were a big hit! His new Christmas Jammie's came with bear slippers. My sweet boy looked so cute. He has been in love with Buzz Light year and totting him all over the house.

Daddy and Alexander got a WII game and had so much fun putting it together. Star Wars Jammie's and Star Wars pancake molds. What fun we made them that morning.

Photo session at SF Giants stadium

2010-12-17T18:31:00.000-08:00

www.photosbyjoierey.com, JoieRey is a friend of mine's Sister. She did our photo session. Alexander took to her and had fun. Daddy was happy you could see were we were.

I don't think she had ever photographed such an active child, Alexander was busy moving all over.

Here are some pic's we didn't use. But I thought were cute.

Our First Gingerbread house

2010-12-16T17:54:00.000-08:00

Gaga and I thought with a little help from Alexander we could do this easy. Needless to say an hour later both Gaga and Alexander had tasted the yummy frosting and Alexander had snuck a few gum drop. What a great idea and fun. Daddy wants to eat it! yummy

Breakfast with Santa

2010-12-11T13:45:00.000-08:00

This year I didn't want Alexander to cry when he sat on Santa's lap. So I found Santa visiting at the Hyatt downtown. Auntie Linda, Gaga, Mommy and Daddy took Alexander for Breakfast and we met Santa. Sant right away new Alexander was a good boy and asked him if he had been a good boy this year "yes santa"

After that Alexander was happy to sit with his new friend Santa.

Thanksgiving at Gaga's

2010-11-27T13:35:00.000-08:00

Trick or Treating with Alexander, Oct. 2010

2010-11-18T18:02:00.001-08:00

Trick or Treating with Alexander, Oct. 2010
Originally uploaded by L.i.n.d.a.T.

Trick or Treating with Alexander, Oct. 2010

2010-11-18T18:01:00.001-08:00

Trick or Treating with Alexander, Oct. 2010
Originally uploaded by L.i.n.d.a.T.

Trick or Treating with Alexander, Oct. 2010

2010-11-18T17:58:00.001-08:00

Trick or Treating with Alexander, Oct. 2010
Originally uploaded by L.i.n.d.a.T.

Party at Daycare, Halloween

2010-10-31T13:04:00.000-07:00

Alexander had so much fun, he stuck to his friend Ava who he adores.

Lazy Days at home...

2010-10-27T11:02:00.001-07:00

Auntie Linda and Alexander playing

2010-10-09T16:41:00.000-07:00

Alexander had so much fun with Auntie Linda, they played with the train set and played night, night. Alexander spent all morning and afternoon playing he's still napping after 2 and half hours. Wow what a fun day.

Alexander and Auntie Linda

2010-10-09T16:23:00.000-07:00

Enzo sings while he plays 5-string banjo, musical saw, harmonica, guitar, & accordion. He is quite talented & interacts well with little kids. Alexander was free to "march" around the room and dance. We had lots of fun.

Cowboy Sunday Sept. 2010

2010-10-08T18:19:00.001-07:00

San Jose Mexican Heritage Festival, Sept. 2010
Originally uploaded by L.i.n.d.a.T.

Showing off for Auntie Linda

Making sure it fits

2010-10-08T18:09:00.000-07:00

We just got Alexander's Halloween costume and I wanted to try it on just to make sure it fit. He looks soooooo cute.

Alexander and the kite festival

2010-10-08T17:57:00.000-07:00

A year since the last Kite Festival, all grownup Alexander made his own Kite ( with daddy's help). This year he was able to go into the bouncy house. I think GaGa and Daddy had fun too!

Potty Training round 1

2010-08-31T18:00:00.000-07:00

Well we gave it a go, he enjoyed sitting on the big boy potty and washing his hands.

The Cartwrights.

2010-08-12T17:47:00.001-07:00

The Cartwrights.
Originally uploaded by ConnorLFerguson

Alexander meets the family!

Flickr

2010-08-12T17:44:00.001-07:00

This is a test post from , a fancy photo sharing thing.

Dr.Simons and the two year visit

2010-07-29T17:26:00.000-07:00

3 feet tall in the 88th %, wow getting so big. 26lbs, not so big not so small. Dr. Simons was impressed with Alexander's verbal skill. Alexander dazzled the good Dr. as always. I think we had more fun in the waiting room than anything.

Alexander goes to his first birthday party

2010-07-19T17:00:00.000-07:00

The Toy Story Birthday party was a big success, Alexander loved the woody Buzz Birthday party!

Cartwright Family get together

2010-07-09T17:18:00.000-07:00

GaGa Cartwright turn's 90, this big event could not be missed. Alexander and I went on a plane to Washington State. We staid with Auntie Suzanne, Maddie and Connor. Alexander Loves his big cousins. He spent time with Auntie Melinda and Courtney as well

Alexander goes to tumbling class with Daddy

2010-05-30T21:21:00.000-07:00

Music Class

2010-05-24T13:19:00.001-07:00

What a treat to have GaGa and Auntie Char come join us. Alexander loves music class.

Feeding Sammy all by myself!

2010-05-05T11:54:00.001-07:00

Putting on my rain boots all by myself!

2010-05-05T11:47:00.001-07:00

What not to do when on the computer....

2010-04-26T15:44:00.001-07:00

Alexander has discovered that when Mommy's on the computer he can con me into watching Handy Manny. I'm such a push over. He can name every tool in the toolbox and is right now enjoying fruit salad and a muffin.

Hmmm, now we have fruit salad on the rug, "all done mommy"....yes he's learned these words and to show me he's done over the fruit salad goes onto the rug. Daddy loves to vacuum, more work for him. Yea!

Monday is Music Class day, Alexander loves class. He adores singing and dancing. He jumps , he dances and is learning so much.

This little bit of time was brought to you by Handy Manny..lol

My two GaGa's and Easter

2010-04-26T15:18:00.000-07:00

Were does the time go?

2010-04-26T15:01:00.000-07:00

Somebody slow it down. Please.

It’s going by much too fast.

My life. And his.

Can we just slow it down? Stop it,

even.

My sweet boy keeps changing and

I try to keep up

New words Mine, No, GaGa,

Keys, luv you mommy, BiBi were

are you?

I asked him how he was and he

said "fine"

Adventure in the City

2010-04-26T14:16:00.000-07:00

Wow, it's been a long time. I feel so imperfect. Updating Alexander's blog has become a bigger chore than I thought it would be. Our little family keeps going. Eric and I take time out to explore our city, this is our nature walk. Alexander loves to go on his little bike and walking with Daddy is the best.

Snow part 2 Tahoe

2010-01-21T14:54:00.000-08:00

Tahoe THE SNOW

2010-01-21T14:45:00.000-08:00

Tahoe..Happy Birthday Daddy

2010-01-21T14:40:00.000-08:00

So far we haven't left the hotel too much. We ventured out this morning to "play" in the snow. Alexander will not keep his hat on or gloves on. But he is in wonder of the white stuff.....

Happy New Year!!!!! 2010 first pic's

2010-01-10T14:35:00.000-08:00

Alexander loves to run away with my phone..Looking too cute in his rain coat.

Going Banana's

2009-12-08T12:10:00.000-08:00

Right before bed-time Alexander went banana's last night. He was so cute and full of energy that we had to video it. So I hope you enjoy my sweet boy full of beans.

Christmas Tree lighting at Pier 39

2009-11-24T10:44:00.000-08:00

Let it snow let it snow.......

2009-11-17T10:38:00.000-08:00

We got Alexanders ski outfit, he looks so cute. He hated it.

GaGa's new house

2009-11-08T07:27:00.000-08:00

Well grandma has finally got her new home.....and Alexander has his own room. He has also discovered he loves to get into all of GaGa's box's. He was busy tearing up the place yesterday.

Having fun at home

2009-11-05T07:48:00.000-08:00

Just a few cute pictures...Alexander helping me do laundry, riding his pony backwards???? and we puled up his jammie's a little too high...

Halloween '09

2009-10-31T06:52:00.000-07:00

Alexander had such a great day. He went to the Yurba Buena Gardens were they had a parade and he was able to go on the carousel with Grandma.

Later that afternoon he made two quick appearances at Mommy and Daddy's work

The afternoon was filled with party time at his daycare

and no Halloween could be complete with out trick or treating.

Pumpkin Patch

2009-10-19T07:11:00.000-07:00

So last year Alexander couldn't even sit up. A lot has changed this year you couldn't keep him in one place. He had a hard time choosing his pumpkin. Mom and Dad had a little fun too.

Fun at the park

2009-10-09T07:19:00.000-07:00

Sunday..Sundae

2009-10-02T11:28:00.000-07:00

Well since Alexander has been allowed to have dessert, he's gone crazy for dessert's and loves to beg from everyone. We had Sundae's and he was able to con Grandma for some.

Alexander goes to the kite festival

2009-09-15T11:14:00.000-07:00

Alexander and Daddy flew a cute small kite...well daddy did the flying. Alexander was so happy and as you can see Grandma was having fun too.

All fun in the box

2009-08-19T17:33:00.000-07:00

Don't buy them any expensive toys a box will do...

Buy me some peanuts and crackerjacks

2009-08-13T17:26:00.000-07:00

It's a month of first...Take me out to the ball game

2009-08-13T16:51:00.000-07:00

Alexander loved the game. Although the lady next to us didn't pay any attention to Alexander, he still made a god impression on everyone. Go Giants!!!

1rst Dr. visit

2009-07-26T16:41:00.000-07:00

Alexander and Dr. Simons had a great one year visit. Alexander left with a big silver balloon and a smile on his face.

A birthday Wish

2009-07-25T21:46:00.000-07:00

For 38 long weeks it was just you and I. I held my belly each night wondering who was inside there, what you looked like and how I would feel when I finally got to meet you. Would I be a good mother? Would we love each other instantly? Then 1 year ago today my life changed forever. I was scared at first but that feeling quickly went away when I looked into your eyes and realized that we had been blessed with wonderful gift. A gift I would never take for granted and a gift that I would love every day of my life like it was the last.

Each day you are here I cherish you more and more and I want you to know Dear boy that you have changed my life forever. I will always try to be the best person I can be for you. I will always protect you and I will always love you more than anything in this world.

You were meant to be our little boy and you are very very special to us both. Happy Birthday sweet one and I hope each day of the next year will be just as wonderful as this first year has been for us all.

I love you

Mama

Birthday boy and Daddy

2009-07-25T10:48:00.000-07:00

Alexander's First Birthday

2009-07-25T10:47:00.000-07:00

Wow a great day, he's walking and into everything. Alexander loved his cupcake and did great at dinner.

Those cute first steps..

2009-07-20T15:04:00.000-07:00