Video of Kaitlyn Talking on Her Imaginary Headset

Kaitlyn has observed us talking on our hands-free headsets enough to start emulating us. Although, it looks like she's mimicking the Secret Service in the video below. I wish I knew what she was saying. Whatever it is, it sure sounds cute.

Valentine's Day 2009

Kaitlyn's second Valentine's Day started with a nice breakfast while opening her presents and cards. Below is a video of her opening one of her gifts and the card Shawnna and I got her - it plays a song and she loves it!

We spent the day playing and shopping. In the evening, we were at the mall in Modesto and thought we would eat at BJ's Restaurant. However, when I asked how long the wait was, the hostess said, "Two to two and a half hours tops." Tops?!? As if knowing that 2.5 hours was the longest we would wait makes that any less outrageous. I know it was Valentine's Day, but I thought folks would be at more upscale restaurants. Maybe it's a sign of how bad the economy really is; or they were offering something special we didn't know about. Anyway, we ended up driving back to Tracy and waiting 5 minutes to be sat at Chili's. Valentine's Day bacon cheeseburger - yum!

25 Random Things About Kaitlyn

Based on the ever so popular activity making its way around Facebook right now, here are 25 random things, facts, habits, goals, etc. about Kaitlyn (now 19 months old) as told from her perspective.

1. My middle name is Belle; named after the character from "Beauty and the Beast"


2. I've been to Disneyland 3 times; 2 of those were in Mommy's tummy


3. Before going nigh-night, I drink milk, brush my teeth and read books with Mommy & Daddy


4. I still use a pacifier, but only while sleeping


5. I love the moon and ask to go outside to look at it every night


6. If I'm with either Mommy or Daddy, I'll ask where the other one is ("Mama?" / "Dada?"); they come as a pair


7. When I get bored, I'll make a high-pitched screeching noise, no matter where we are


8. I was born on 7/1/07; the same day as my Aunt, just 31 years later


9. I might be a musician when I grow up; I like to play the piano at home and at daycare


10. My near term goal is to go pee-pee in the potty; at least, that's what Mommy & Daddy tell me


11. I don't watch much TV, but when I do, it's Baby Einstein or sports


12. I have lots of family and friends that love me; I love them back


13. My blankie is one of my former burp cloths; cleaned, of course


14. I have so much fun with Mindy and Max at daycare, that sometimes I don't want to leave


15. My favorite snack is goldfish crackers and cheese


16. I enjoy pulling Tupperware and towels out of the kitchen cabinets


17. I sleep 10 hours at night and take a 2-3 hour nap during the day


18. I like to get piggy back rides from Daddy and give piggy back rides to my stuffed animals (mostly Woodstock)


19. I went to my first Sharks game when I was 7 months old. The Sharks beat the Blackhawks 3-2 in OT.


20. I got my first x-ray when I was 8 months old, but the concerns of bronchitis or pneumonia were unfounded; my chest was all was clear


21. My first pair of shoes cost more than Daddy's last 2 pairs combined


22. When Mommy is in the kitchen, I like to observe what she is doing...closely


23. I'm not quick with a smile; you have to earn it, but it's a sight to see


24. I love to play in the water; splashing is fun


25. Mommy and Daddy are my favorite people in the world