Ethan the Tiger

After our quick trip to Arizona we drove to Oakland to visit with our newlywed friends, The Coxs. Ethan had a blast entertaining everyone.

A hilarious video of Ethan being a tiger...

Four Generations in Arizona

The day after Christmas we drove to Arizona to visit with Dan's grandparents and his family. Here is a photo of the four generations of Klawer men.

Christmas Day

Ethan had such a fun day today. I know that we really enjoyed watching him get excited about every toy that he openned. We hope you all had a very Merry Christmas!

Daddy helping Ethan find goodies in his stocking.

The family on Christmas morning.

Ethan happy about the little Elmo he found in his stocking.

Very occupied with his new toys.

Ethan realizing what was underneath that

wrapping paper...a guitar!
A new guitar so he can play Guitar Hero with Daddy!

He knows exactly what to do with the bows.

Christmas Eve at The Klawers

Today we got to spend Christmas Eve with The Klawers. We enjoyed a yummy meal followed by openning a present or two.

Ethan having fun with his new lego boat toy.

Thanks Auntie Jade and Mike!

Mr. Potato Head...every kid has to have one of these!
Ethan enjoying the bag the gift came in more
than the actual gift.

So cute!

An Evening at The Grove

This evening we went to The Grove with my family. It was so much fun. It even started "snowing" while we were there. I think this will be a new family tradition. It was so beautiful there!

Our little family during the snow fall.

Ethan amazed by the snow flakes.
Nichole, Ethan, Dan, Jennifer, and Travis

Dinner with Friends at Buca

Tonight we met a group of friends for dinner at Buca di Beppo. We enjoyed a wonderful meal and then everyone came back to our house for dessert and Guitar Hero.

Ethan ready to go to dinner.

Mommy and Ethan ready to go.
Julia and Ethan rocking out to Guitar Hero.
Ethan had such a blast dancing the night away.

Ethan modeling his new vest

Ethan's Aunt Annie gave him a vest for his birthday so I wanted to take photos of him wearing it to send to her. I pulled out the camera and this is what he gave me...

What a little model!

Christmas Book Exchange Party

This evening we went over to the Geeting's home for a book exchange and dessert. All the kids had such a great time.

Here is Ethan trying to play air hockey...a little too short!

Mommy and Ethan
All the little ones about to exchange their books.
Ethan of course found all the musical
instruments at the party.

Ethan getting a hug from his friend Isabella.

Ethan's Last Music Class of 2008

Today was Ethan's last music class of the year. He has been going since he was 4 months old and absolutely loves music because of it. Here are a few photos from class.

Ethan making music with his friends.

On the parachute
Ethan with antlers on.

At GG's house for dinner and a little haircut.

This is Ethan's 2nd haircut.

Christmas Party

Tonight my sister had a Christmas party at our house. Ethan had a great time!

Ethan's little head being smooshed in a Santa hat with Auntie Jenn.

Topanga Mall

Today we met up with our friends Kelly and Dylan at the Topanga Mall. Of course we had to stop and play for a little while as well as visit the pet store. We also ran into Drew Lachey and his daughter there. I was at this mall about eight months ago and saw him then too!

They were both so excited about the doggies

My cute litle man...he has grown up so fast!
Dylan and Ethan

Little Friends at our House

Today we hosted a holiday play date at our house for all of the little friends from Ethan's music class. They have all known each other since they were about four months old. They all had fun playing together.

Ethan hanging out on the bounce house...what a cool dude!

Ethan feeding his friend Lily blueberries
All of the cute babies posing for a photo under the Christmas Tree

Jack, Mason, Ethan, Lily, Sidney

Valencia Mall

Today after music class we met our friends Melody and Julia at the mall to play for a little while. We also went to the pet store to look at all the puppies.

Ethan in his adorable new sweater
Ethan and Julia looking at all the puppies

Visit with Santa

Tonight we went to visit Santa. Ethan LOVED him! He didn't want to get off of his lap. He really enjoyed giving Santa high fives.

Gosh he looks so dang cute in his sweater vest!

The first of many high fives.
Having a little chat with Santa.

So happy on Santa's lap.

A Walk with the Ducks

Today we met my mom, sister, and cousin at Bridgeport for a lovely walk around the lake. Ethan loved seeing all the ducks. They were all so friendly and came right over to us.

MOPPETS Nursery

Every semester in MOPS (Mother's of Pre Schoolers) I have to volunteer once in the nursery. I was lucky enough to get into Ethan's room. It was fun watching him interact with all the other kids. Ethan was so funny...the moment we walked into the room he started asking all of his teachers if he could eat. They brought out the Cheerios and he was in heaven.

Ethan enjoying his Cheerios.

All of his friend's caught on that there was food.
It's bubble time!