Our Big Boy!

Cole has now moved into his transition bed! We debated on when we should make the switch because he really loved his crib, but he was starting to try to climb out. Also, we hope this makes traveling easier. He was very excited about being able to get in and out of his bed. Often times he wants to hang out in his room and in his bed now. The first nap was probably the worst as we could here him getting in and out. He ever went to the door and would play with the handle only opening the door twice. He was shocked when we would come in to put him back in the bed, wondering how we knew he was out. After the initial excitement he had done a great job staying and sleeping in his big boy bed.

Mickey and Minnie!

We have been planning a trip to Disney for some time and finally our schedule allowed. We are able to get season passes at a discounted rate by being Southern California residents. (Yeah, we pay for it in many other ways.) But we decided Cole was old enough to appreciate Disney, so we bought the passes again this year. He had a blast. He was so excited to look at everything. Right now the park is decorated for Halloween. We weren't sure if he would be scared of the characters or if he would want to get close to them and to our surprise he was excited to see them. We were able to meet Pluto, Goofy, Minnie and Mickey this trip. It was really fun for us to watch Cole take everything in. He went on a number of rides as well. The nice thing about the passes is that we can get there when the park opens and then leave by 11:30 or so before the park gets so busy.

Grandma and Aunt Heather's Visit

Grandma Hobson made the trip out in early October to stay with Cole while mom and dad went to a wedding in Northern California. It was a wonderful get away for mom and dad and we think Grandma had a pretty good time as well. Aunt Heather was able to join for the weekend. Cole had a fantastic time and was asking where Grandma and Aunt Heather were for days afterwards.

Cole's "Crazy for Dirt" t-shirt. Very appropriate lately.

Cole has discovered the climbing wall at the playground. Notice dad's hand at the ready. This is the same playground where he fell and broke his leg. No fear.

Rare chance to snuggle and swing.

He hasn't quite figured out how to climb on this.

Cole's fashion sense. He loves to wear the hat and glasses. Usually he says he is going to work when he puts them on. Often times he also puts on bright green, frog rain boots to complete his ensemble.

Cole pretending to be an elephant

Cole is at that really cute stage where he likes to pretend. One of his favorite activities is being animals and the elephant is always a favorite. He is becoming pretty creative.

Getting ready for Halloween

Just a sneak peak of Cole's costume for Halloween! He really likes his outfit. Many, many thanks to Grandma Hobson for helping pull everything together and coming up with some creative solutions! He saw Curious George dress like the Man With The Yellow Hat in one of his books and thought he should be that for Halloween.

Starting Pre-School

This picture is from Cole's first day at pre-school. He recently started attending transitional pre-school classes at the JCC. Cole and dad attend twice a week for roughly two hours each class. The goal is to start the transition to full time pre-school and being away from the parents. Cole has really been enjoying his classes and is doing well in the transition away from mom and dad. They start by playing outside and doing some art projects. Then the kids move inside for some stories, snack and music time. In January we plan to move Cole to twice a week, but for a longer period of time.