The whole family went to New York City for a fun-filled vacation. The weather was unseasonably warm! Spencer slept through an art gallery and endured two meals at the American Girl Cafe. But he enjoyed playing in Central Park and jumping in a bouncy house at a festival in Chinatown. He also likes to talk about airplanes and explore new places.
Spencer resisted many Halloween costumes, but in the end, he agreed to wear this pumpkin outfit. In fact, after going from house to house and getting candy, he decided at the end of the night that he didn't want to take the costume off!
Spencer is a very cute boy! I guess those blue eyes are here to stay! He is trying to say a lot more words now. His favorite word is "Look!" His second favorite word is "No!" He also likes to say "kitty," "car," "out," "girl" and, of course, "ma-ma." He likes to take a bath, but he doesn't like to actually sit down while doing so. He loves to eat beans -- green beans, baked beans, kidney beans. He seems very interested in learning how to operate things. For example, in February he ruined the TV by turning it on and off repeatedly. (Our new TV has controls that he cannot reach.) He desperately wants to ride a tricycle, but he is a bit too small yet. When he doesn't get his way, he sometimes takes a little fit where he stamps his feet and cries. Or he may make a little fist in frustration. But he seems easy going most of the time. He thinks it is hilarious when someone sneezes. In fact, he will often take a tissue and pretend to sneeze. He likes to giggle. He doesn't like to hold still to have his diaper changed, but he has absolutely no interest in using a little potty.
Spencer likes to "drive" his Crazy Coupe. This is a photo from Palm Sunday. He has since had a hair cut. He sends his love on Mother's Day to all the women who love him so much. He's a special boy and very happy!
Spencer continues to grow and develop. He is becoming increasingly vocal. He likes to say "nana" for banana at breakfast. His favorite expression is "Yeah!" He throws his hands in the air when he says it, too, with much feeling. He also says "get," "girl," "no," "book" and "Elmo." He enjoys saying "mama" or more likely "ma-ma-ma-ma-ma." And he likes noodles (as you can see) as well as green beans, asparagus, watermelon, cantaloupe and corn. He also likes Girl Scout thin mint cookies! He experienced some snow in January during a visit to Pennsylvania. He seems to have a sweet nature, but if he doesn't get his way, he will throw a little tantrum that consists of stomping his feet and making some angry sounds. And watch out; he just may bite you!
