New Year's Eve Plans

Kylie is ready to party the night away to ring in the New Year. She made sure we had her beverage of choice stocked and ready to go. (I think wine would be cheaper!)

Today she has been hanging around. She learned to hang onto the toy in her bouncy seat but can't figure out how to let go. She was on Skype with her Grandma and Grandpa showing them her new trick.

Best Gift Ever

I had to share with you the greatest gift ever that Brian bought me for Christmas (smirk). A butt station yep you got that right that is what it says. Everyone should have one of these.. I can't wait to put it on my desk at work (smirk). With my birthday right around the corner I can't wait to see what I get!! Who said diamonds were forever?

The compact Butt Station accomplishes many functions, including dispensing tape and holding pens, paper clips and a notepad.

• This desktop organizer (6" x 5-3/4" x 2-1/2") is both functional and funny.
• The tape dispenser is the roll that the little guy is holding.
• The toilet tank holds pens and pencils, plus the guy can hold your favorite one in his mouth!
• Space between the toilet tank and bowl holds your notepad.
• The toilet bowl is the secret paper clip holder—lift the guy up to reveal paper clips magnetically attached to his bottom.

Christmas at the Lum House

We had a FANTASTIC Christmas. Hope Santa was good to you too! Enjoy some shots from throughout the day!

Happy 3 Months Old!

In the midst of Christmas lights, wrapping paper and gifts around the tree our little one turned 3 months old today. She is getting so big and so expressive. She loves to smile at you and even has started a little laugh. She is just learning to hold things in her hands. She is awesome and we love spending every minute with her. We can't wait to see what the next month will bring.

Due to the fact no doctor appointments are scheduled for at least another month we wanted to make sure to figure out how much our little one weighed. What better way to weigh her then to make a quick trip to the local post office and borrow their scale.

Hope your enjoying your Christmas!!

Christmas Eve Part 2

Kylie is super excited about Christmas tomorrow you can just tell in her happy expressions. She is wearing her Reindeer PJs and went to sleep early at10:20. She knew she had to be to sleep early for Santa to come. She also left Santa some goodies (a nice bottle of wine and some cheese - she figured he had enough cookies and milk!). She wondered if the reindeer liked dog treats.. Only time will tell :)
To all you out there get to bed early Santa is coming to town!

Christmas Eve

The stockings were hung by the entertainment center with care in hopes that Saint Nicholas soon would be here!!

Is Santa coming soon??

Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer

Tonight some very nice Christmas Carolers stopped by our house to sing to Kylie. She liked the singing and really tried to figure out those BIG kids.

For those of you not in South Florida the jackets and snow hats and scarfs are kind of comical as we had a cold front today and it is only 73 today! Guess they wanted to be in the Christmas spirit.

Just Some Bunny Slippers

Sometimes you just have to wear your bunny slippers!

Buenvenidos a Miami

Kylie and I made our first trip to Miami and oh boy after three months of not making the drive I forgot how far away it was! We went to Kylie's Daycare "Little Cruisers", which is on the first floor of my building, to meet her teachers. After a small interview and evaluation they confirmed our beliefs that Kylie is on track for early admissions to Harvard.

We also went upstairs and met everyone on the 6th floor. Kylie seemed to enjoy herself and even talked and smiled at mostly everyone. On occasion she cried. Amazingly when she met Jeannette (who was wearing a Gator Santa hat) she kept screaming. Good baby knows not to like the Gators.

Gator Lady (aka Jeannette)

We had a impromptu meeting with co-workers and friends and she had a lot to contribute.

Dawn and Kelly

I think she liked the office and her new daycare. I am not sure I am ready to go back to work yet. This trip made it all a reality! I thought of one thing to cheer me up, I am thinking of investing in Rosetta Stone software to learn Chinese. Kylie could speak Chinese, Spanish and English. Watch out Harvard!

Yes this is Kylie wearing a CORAL (not pink) Dress.. Had to look good for work!

Happy Sunday

Here is Kylie just relaxing on a Sunday and of course watching Mr. Turtle

She now comforts herself with her fist.. She has not figured out her fingers quite yet.

Busy Week

This week has been one busy week here at the Lum household! Kylie and I are happy to report that the holiday cards are in the mail. She helped by licking each and everyone of them (okay maybe not!). We have been busy putting up our Christmas decorations around the house. Kylie and I decorated the tree to surprise Brian when he came home the other night. You probably would love to see a picture of Kylie in her Baby Bjorn with me and the tree right? Well, I haven't mastered taking pictures of Kylie and I alone yet and I all I got was a picture of was my feet.

Kylie seems to be growing like a weed this week. I am amazed at how long she is getting. Sadly we had to go through her drawer and retire some of her clothes, they just don't fit! Kylie's favorite thing now is either her bouncy chair or the baby bjorn. She also loves to look at herself in the mirror and spends a lot of time cooing and talking to herself in the mirror. She is starting to kick like crazy, Brian thinks maybe she is ready to play a little soccer. I think maybe a swimmer! She notices everything around her as we made trips to Publix, Walgreens, CVS, the Library in the last couple of days she soaks it all in. I personally like when she is tired of waiting in line that she lets out a nice wailing scream. It usually speeds up the line. She did this at the drive-thru of Starbucks and the lady starting laughing thinking maybe Kylie needed a latte or something. Last but not least she has found her hands. She tries to put her whole fist in her mouth or a finger or two. She also loves to hold onto things.

Here is a short short video of her holding on to her new toy from Auntie Ro

Tummy Time

Kylie is getting better and better at holding up her head. Check out the latest video.

Amazing Pictures

As mentioned in previous posts Thanksgiving was a blast. I forgot to mention that Kylie and Zoe had paparazzi following them everywhere. Cousin Jessie and her husband Cousin Will enjoy photography as their hobby. Click HERE to check out Will's Website. We are fortunate to have great photographers in the family and our good friend Nancy too (Still can't show you the Christmas pictures!) Kylie is set for life!! Here are a few of the many awesome shots that they took.

Hard at Work

As my maternity leave is almost up Kylie and I were busy today trying to be engaged on a business call or two.

Here is Kylie showing me how easy it is to do a Webinar from the comfort of home

In this shot Kylie is having her own little conference with Mr. Turtle (Apparently she didn't like what he had to say towards the end!)

Two Month Doctor Visit

Yesterday was Kylie's Two Month Doctor Visit and she was a trooper. She now weighs 9lb 10oz and is 22 and 1/4 inches long. Her weight is in the 20th percentile and length about 35th percentile.

The doctor says she is growing great and she passed her 2 month milestones (cooing, holding her head up some, following objects with her eyes). After the doctor came in and did his assessment we all geared up for the five shots she had to have. Brian held her cute little hands and I stood as far away as possible as I couldn't watch. I was shocked that she handled them so well and was happy in seconds.

Here is a picture of her waiting for the doctor to come in...

Thanksgiving Weekend

Ingredients for a Great Thanksgiving Weekend

• 1300 mile round trip drive (Leaving the house at 7pm and driving through the night)
• One Happy Sleeping Baby for the Drive

• Turkey and all the Fixings
• Built in entertainment for Kylie. Not only all the family members but Zoe made sure to take extra care of Kylie the whole time. Whether it be feeding her, bathing her Zoe was there for Kylie. The best part for me was watching Zoe sit next to Kylie and whenever she got upset helping her by putting her pacifier in or touching her to help her calm down. What awesome kids!

• BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING - (If you did not participate this year what is wrong with you??) Our successful teams (with custom made shirts) leave the house at 10:30pm on Thanksgiving night and return around 8-10am on Friday. No sleeping for the deal seekers at heart. We even planned a tailgate party in the Kohl's parking lot at 4am (Jealous yet??)

Black Friday Shopping Team - The little ones did not go shopping (Jeff and Brian stayed with them)

• Magical Nights of Lights at Lake Lanier - Not only a 6-mile drive through holiday lights but you even get to roast marshmallows at a big bonfire at the end. Of course we don't just bring marshmallows but we bring all the fixings for smores.

• Annual Bowling Tournament - This year we had two teams the under 40's and over 40's. We (the under 40's) let the over 40's win after all they had to use walkers to bowl.

The Over 40's

The Under 40's (Picture Blurry as it was taken by the Over 40's)

• Lots of laughs and love with the family (Check out the family page to see all the people Kylie met this Thanksgiving!)

Happy Thanksgiving - Part One

Just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!! We will post more pictures later tonight. For now Kylie has a message to share:
To see some more pictures of Kylie with her cousin Zoe, check out Zoe's blog by clicking here or going to http://blog.ourlifewithzoe.com

Stay tuned for Black Friday shopping pictures!!

Kylie is 2 Months Old

2 Months already? Yep, Kylie is getting old and big. She is cute, cuddly and just a joy to be around. We take her to the doctor on Monday for her two month checkup and will update everyone on her weight and growth. She enjoyed celebrating her 2 month birthday with her Grandma and Grandpa in Atlanta. In celebration, we took Kylie to Red Robin for a 2 month celebration. We ate her free hamburger and free ice cream sundae. She enjoyed her birthday celebration.

Here is a picture of her with her free balloon(s)

Over the River and Through the Woods

Brian and I are crazy (in case you didn't already know that) and decided to drive through the night with Kylie in the car to Atlanta for Thanksgiving. We left on Monday night and arrived at 6am on Tuesday. Kylie slept the entire trip, accept for a hour when we stopped to feed her at a rest area. What an amazing girl!

A Birthday Message

Here is a special message from Kylie for her Grandma. (Please note: I know my singing is so good I am thinking about American Idol try-outs).

Holiday Photo Shoot

Today we went to Nancy's house for a photo shoot. Nancy takes pictures as her hobby although she is far from an amateur. We are so excited that she wanted to take pictures of Kylie! (Please note that I wasn't allowed to take many pictures while the "professional" was taking pictures)

Here is Nancy in Action

As you can see just a simple photo shoot with a few props.. We learned baby models are very demanding and sometimes won't hold still. Next time we will make sure to have only pink M&Ms in the Candy Jar and only top quality milk for drinks. Thanks to Jess for being the prop girl..
After the photo shoot was over I had to get a picture of Kylie and Nancy for the blog as well as the Friends and Family section (Check out the Friends and Family section). Isn't she cute with her angel wings on??

SHHH.. Don't let Nancy know but here is a bootleg picture taken from a iphone (via the prop's girl)
Thanks so much Nancy, we know the pictures are going to be AMAZING!!