Is there no end to uses for duct tape?

Who knew a one-year-old can open a trash can and a refrigerator? We've discovered there is only one thing that can stop him - duct tape. Advanced babyproofing at it's finest. No matter how swanky the part of the world we live in, we're still Mainers.

In other news, Kasper has a new favorite toy. Grocery bags. He likes to shake them maniacally, carry them around the house and fill them. How he picks his items is a great mystery. Today it was the kitchen timer, the remote control, a baby spoon, a package of photos from Uncle Adam's high school graduation, a rubber duckie, a Peek-A-Block and a book. He seems a little young to be packing to run away from home, but he was really mad about the duct tape on the refrigerator...



Something else you should know about Kasper - he's always watching. He'll probably be writing his own blog entries next week, after he duct tapes the two of us to our chairs.

Man about town

Kasper just wrapped up a busy weekend around town. We spent Thursday afternoon at the local park, where he re-discovered his love of the swings. He also showed Daddy how he can climb up to the top of any jungle gym by himself. Of course, he's not too picky about how he gets down - a header off the side was attempted multiple times - so Mommy & Daddy are also learning to climb to the top of any jungle gym.

Friday, we visited Frying Pan Park so Kasper could get up close and personal with cows, sheep and the rest of the animals from all of his storybooks.

He liked it (but then again, he likes any chance to do his own thing - wonder where he gets that?).

Happy Birthday Gran!

Kasper's great- grandmother Kasper (confusing but true) is celebrating her birthday today, so our little boy is taking time out of his busy popping schedule to send his best wishes. Gran made the sweater-vest in the picture, too -- looks pretty snazzy, doesn't he?

Happy Birthday, Gran! Best wishes from all the Woodfords here in Virginia!

365 speedy-quick days

Birthday? Birthday? Some of you may be asking, "Didn't Kasper have a birthday recently?" Well, yes, he did. We had a very quiet celebration while visiting my parents in NC since he was getting over his cold/ear infection. We really appreciate all the folks who sent gifts, cards and happy thoughts.
We had his 1-year pediatrician's visit this week (better late than never). He is off all charts, as usual. Almost 29lbs (he needed about 2 more spoonfuls of applesauce to get there) and 33" tall.
Wondering how he got this way? Here's the face he makes when I try to prevent him from setting the world record for most cheese toast bites stuffed into one mouth.We love him and feel so lucky to have all of your support. Thanks for staying tuned in! Here are a few bonus shots of the boy in his Christmas finery...

Holiday recovery

We spent the week after Christmas at my parent's house in NC. It was a whirlwind of napping and eating (yes, we Rynnes can organize those two activities to completely consume a number of days). Kasper finally met his Uncle Brendan and Aunt Tara. He also worked on his XBox skills with Uncle Connor. Since we returned home, he's been keeping us busy with his climbing skills - up, onto and over the coffee table, up and down both couches, etc. But, I know you're really here for the photos...
Aunt Tara insisted that Uncle Brendan buy something that didn't say "For ages 3 and up". The trike was a great choice. Uncle B put it together and gave Kasper lessons! (That's Gran off to the left - we had to remind Kasper of rule #2 - No knocking people down.)
Uncle Connor shares his controller. Yes, I made sure the game rating was appropriate.
But, of course, Kasper wants a controller of his own. And woe is the person who tries to stop Kasper from getting what he wants...

First Christmas

Kasper attacked his first Christmas with his usual vim and vigor, tempered only slightly by his being sick. Here are a few highlights:

Always check out the "big" presents

Start with my stocking (yep, got my first Sox hat!)
Read the instructions for my new goodies
Show polite interest in other people's gifts
Call everyone to tell them,
"We love you, we miss you, we can't wait to see you!"
Rest up for my birthday!

Chicks dig scars

This week, Kasper has:
-suffered his first bad cold
-cut his 7th tooth
-had his first ear infection
-acquired his first scar after falling headfirst into a nightstand
Of course, none of these things have slowed him down at all. We're hoping things quiet down for the actual holiday...