Big Brother

For those of you who don't know yet....we are expecting a new baby in about 7 months :)
Dominic is going to be a Big Brother! John and I were very surprised by our Christmas present this year. We found out the week before Christmas and decided to tell everyone on Christmas. We didn't want to wait the 3 months - it's too exciting of news.
I bought Dominic a "Big Brother" shirt and had him wear it to our family get togethers on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We thought our families would catch on a little faster than they did!! We had to bring it to there attention after a while. Everyone was SO excited!!
I don't have an official due date yet but is it August 5th - the day before Dominic's 2nd birthday. My first doctor appointment is Jan. 6th. I will update it then if needed.
We hope everyone had a happy holiday with their loved ones like we did.
Take care.

Today we went and got our Christmas tree. Dominic loved running among the many Christmas trees and find things to throw...a baseball star in the making! And each time he did he clapped for himself like in this picture.

Fall Park Days

Who would think it was November with this gorgeous weather we have been experiencing? So Dominic and I have been taking advantage of them by spending some quality time at our local parks. Here are a few pics of Dominic in the park.
Enjoy :)


November 20, 2008

"Mommy, look at what I found."
"Sweet Dominic sitting on a park bench."
October 27, 2008

Dominic is 15 months old

Dominic had his 15 month doctor's appointment today. He is doing great and is very healthy. He is 23.4 pounds and that puts him in the 25% for weight. He is 32 1/4 inches and that puts him in the 85% for height. He says a few words and is on track for his age. We can't believe our baby boy is getting so big :)

Halloween!!

Dominic was a cute little teddy bear for Halloween!



Here he is trick or treating. He knew exactly what to do. He would hold his pumpkin up to the person at the door and most of the time he would continue to hold it up after he got his treats....wanting them to put m MORE treats in his pumpkin.

Here is Dominic with the "Witch of Folsom" who happens to be our neighbor. He wasn't even scared!
Dominic and Kinzey as "The Hulk"...she was so adorable in her costume!
After he got candy at each house he would look into his pumpkin for suckers....his favorite!

Playing in the Leaves

John and I put Dominic in charge of yard work this week.




He liked to rake the leaves...


...but didn't want to play in them.

Apple Hill

We took Dominic up to Apple Hill for his 1st annual visit. He loved playing by the pond and drinking his apple milkshake! Mommy and Daddy enjoyed the apple beer.

Warning ------ Cuteness Ahead ------

Dominic is so cute!! These pictures were taken last week by our awesome photographer!! Allison Stahl (www.allisonstahl.com) does the best work. She did our wedding photos and ALL the photos of Dominic.



Look at those teeth! His 4th tooth finally broke through yesterday. Yes I know, he is almost 15 months and he only has 2 teeth fully in and 2 on the way down.


I love these pictures!! I am so glad that I will have these pictures for the rest of my life and I can always look back at my sweet boy since he is growing up so fast!

His shirt says it all...

Dominic loves his kitties!

Here is Dominic loving his kitties, Jake and Luke.

Bath Time

Here is a typical bath for Dominic (and Mommy and Daddy). Dominic loves to splash us and everything around him. Take a look!

Pumpkins!

Here are a few pictures of our trip to the pumpkin patch. Dominic loved running around looking at the pumpkins and riding in the wagon.

Dominic In The Office

Do we have a future Financial Advisor on our hands? Here is Dominic getting cozy in Daddy's chair at the office.

Laura and Dan's Wedding

My cousin Laura got married this weekend in Nevada City. She was such a beautiful bride! It was a great wedding! They got married at a summer camp called Camp Augusta. We had planned to camp in a tent with Dominic for the first time but....it was FREEZING! So we packed up and headed home after Dominic had too much dancing and passed out. Thanks to the Shadys & O'Dairs for putting on a great wedding.

Our wonderful Winston

Today is the 2 year anniversary of Winston's departure from this earth. For those of you who knew him, knew what a great dog he was and knew how special he was to us. Winston was such a great doggie. We loved him so much. Not a day goes by that John and I don't think of him. We often reminisce of times we shared with our Winston. He was 16 years old when he died and he spent the last 6 of his years with us - the best years of his life! We spoiled Winston to no end and always adjusted our lives around him. I know that may sound crazy to some of you but Winston was basically our first child - he was as much a part of our family as anyone.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... Author unknown...

Incline Village

From left: Kyle, Tony, Mike, Steve, Karol, Karla, Dominic, John, Jaime, Ian, Karen






We spent this past weekend in Lake Tahoe in Incline Village with my family. We all had a great time! This was Dominic's first time touching the sand on the beach. It was very cold and windy when we were down by the water but Dominic didn't care -- HE LOVED IT!!

Peace

Grandpa

My Dad came up to stay with Dominic and I while John was out of town on business. Dominic and his Grandpa had so much fun entertaining each other! Thanks Dad :)

Lamaze BBQ

Saturday we hosted the "Lamaze BBQ" for this month. We have kept in contact with 5 other couples and their children, all of whom are within 4 weeks of Dominic's age. It is so fun to watch all these beautiful babies grow up!! Can you all believe our "babies" are over a year old!! Here is a picture of the kids...
(from top left: Dominic, Bryson, Owen, Chase, Gabe, and the only girl of the bunch, Alex)

Fundraiser for Folsom Feline Rescue

Thanks to all of you that donated to the FFR CatWalk 2008! We collected a lot of money for a great cause. Here is Dominic getting ready for the 5k walk.
A public service announcement by Jaime Zezini:
Always spay or neuter your pet!!! When you are looking for a new 4 legged addition to the family - go to your local shelter and adopt!!

Tomatoes!

Dominic is in a tomato phase right now - here he is enjoying a tomato with lunch.