Has it really been 19 days since our last post? Wow, where does the time go. Well...where to start...work has been really crazy...so has Amanda...and Hayden...oh Hayden. The little man has definitely been finding his voice lately. It is amazing how much he is trying to communicate. It all started with him pointing at things and grunting. His vocabulary consists of mama, dada, nanana (banana), buh buh (bye bye), daga (dog), izzy (kitty), num num (any food), nigh nigh (nite nite), blah blah blah and other sounds he decides to make at any given time. The other night he actually told me "nigh nigh-dada". I just said goodnight and walked out. Didn't hit me till I left the room that he made a pseudo-sentence.
He knows that if he reclines the recliner and pulls down on the back, he can get at the cat. Hayden also figured out that he can push his ottoman around to climb up on things. Now we really have to watch out for him crawling up on the recliner and rocking it. Also have to watch out for him jumping from his ottoman to anything near him. Still hasn't tried climbing out of the crib yet though; which is good.
Today for Amanda's birthday we let him have some ice cream cake. Lets just say he did laps around the living room, into the kitchen while shaking his head and saying dadadada..blah blah...etc. I tried to get it on video but as soon as I took the camera out he stopped.
Amanda and I did the skiing thing 2 weeks ago. She told us last year when we tried snowboarding that she would be tearing up the mountain if she was on ski's. So we rented skis and drove to the mountains. We got all dressed up and went to put on our ski's. Two seconds later Amanda was on the ground. OK, figured maybe she was a little rusty, so I helped her get up and a second later...she was on the ground again. Seriously this was without even actually moving anywhere. She forgot to mention that it has been over 10 years since she went skiing. We took it slow and eventually she had enough courage to try a little more challenging hill. Bad idea. Some poor guy standing on the hill was unfortunate enough to get taken out by my beautiful wife. Man I wish I had the camera on her. I was standing towards the top of the hill watching the entire thing happen. I laughed. Hard.
This past weekend we drove down to Portland and checked out some boutiques...bought nothing. Seriously..120 for a guys dress shirt you can see through?
OK, well hopefully life slows down a bit and we have a chance to blog a little more often. If not please forgive us. Hope everyone enjoyed Fat Tuesday!!!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Thursday, February 5, 2009
The Ollmann Clan Update
I am sorry it took so long to update. Even though I have been at my mom's last week, I came back a day early because both Hayden and I missed being away. Hayden is more interesting then ever now. The last few days at my mom's Hayden thought the dog needed to be fed some tuna. If you look at the flickr pictures I uploaded you can see a bunch of tuna cans in the dog kennel. I am not sure why but Hayden thought those belonged there. He also learned how to use the bike tire pump and thought it was great because he could make noise when he pushed the lever down (also see flickr pictures). I also got some great videos of Hayden dancing and doing something new. His new thing is he has to put the spoon back for you or he won't allow you to feed him. It is too cute. He won't feed himself yet, but he is getting closer. If we put something on the spoon he tries to put it in his mouth, but other than that he hasn't yet accomplished the task of feeding himself with a spoon, fingers are just easier.
We can't believe how much Hayden is beginning to communicate. Well using his pointer finger rather than words, but hey at least he can convey a little to what he wants. He still gets frustrated when he can't communicate, but it is getting better. His two new words are "daga" or doggie and "itts" or kitty. I only know this because he only says this when he is pointing at a dog or our cat.
Some big news regarding Hayden is, in the last 4 nights he has slept through 2 of those nights and woke up once in the other 2. When I got back from my mom's house, Jon and I decided that I would stop nursing him before bed, since that was the only nursing left to do away with. Well it seems to be working and thank goodness too, I thought I was going to be a walking zombie all through Hayden's childhood. I should have stop nursing sooner!
Well I know everyone reads this site just to hear about Hayden, but I do have some good news about another family member. Jon passed his test, and is now an official Nursing Home Administrator, well at least when he gets his certificate in 3 to 4 weeks. We are all doing good, and glad to be home. We miss everyone and hope everyone has had a good week! Check out the new videos and pictures!
We can't believe how much Hayden is beginning to communicate. Well using his pointer finger rather than words, but hey at least he can convey a little to what he wants. He still gets frustrated when he can't communicate, but it is getting better. His two new words are "daga" or doggie and "itts" or kitty. I only know this because he only says this when he is pointing at a dog or our cat.
Some big news regarding Hayden is, in the last 4 nights he has slept through 2 of those nights and woke up once in the other 2. When I got back from my mom's house, Jon and I decided that I would stop nursing him before bed, since that was the only nursing left to do away with. Well it seems to be working and thank goodness too, I thought I was going to be a walking zombie all through Hayden's childhood. I should have stop nursing sooner!
Well I know everyone reads this site just to hear about Hayden, but I do have some good news about another family member. Jon passed his test, and is now an official Nursing Home Administrator, well at least when he gets his certificate in 3 to 4 weeks. We are all doing good, and glad to be home. We miss everyone and hope everyone has had a good week! Check out the new videos and pictures!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
5 days to go
Well, Hayden and I are working on night 2 away for Jon. It is hard being away and for Hayden everything is new and big at grandma Melissa's. Today he spent most of the day rearranging the cupboards, playing in the dirt from the plants, and throwing things at the dog (Mr. Tumnus). The dog tolerates him because Hayden gives him food, which is one of Hayden's favorite things to do when he is in his high chair. He throws food on the floor and then watches the dog eat it. I don't know who gets more food Hayden or Tumnus.
I have also found the Wii remotes and TV remotes in the cupboards along with his milk. Today Hayden found raisins in one of the cupboards. He took the lid off and would take a handful and eat it. Then put them back and shut the cupboard door. I couldn't figure out what he was eating until I found the raisins. I am still not sure how many handfuls he got before I found them. He is one smart cookie, when he takes something out of a certain cupboard, he puts it back. It may not be in the same spot but I think he likes the idea of placing things where they should go.
After Hayden got a handful of dirt on the floor and some in his mouth, it was time to vacuum. He knew where the vacuum went after I was done and opened and shut the door for me. It is amazing how much he wants to help. Watching him grow up into a little boy is so wonderful, yet I know he is growing too fast and at night I can't help but watch him sleep knowing someday he will be all grown up and probably be locking Jon and I out of his room.
Well it is time for me to get to bed, but I hope that this brings smiles to everyone reading.
Jon - (We miss you sweetie and will see you soon! Don't worry I gave Hayden lots of kisses for you!)
I have also found the Wii remotes and TV remotes in the cupboards along with his milk. Today Hayden found raisins in one of the cupboards. He took the lid off and would take a handful and eat it. Then put them back and shut the cupboard door. I couldn't figure out what he was eating until I found the raisins. I am still not sure how many handfuls he got before I found them. He is one smart cookie, when he takes something out of a certain cupboard, he puts it back. It may not be in the same spot but I think he likes the idea of placing things where they should go.
After Hayden got a handful of dirt on the floor and some in his mouth, it was time to vacuum. He knew where the vacuum went after I was done and opened and shut the door for me. It is amazing how much he wants to help. Watching him grow up into a little boy is so wonderful, yet I know he is growing too fast and at night I can't help but watch him sleep knowing someday he will be all grown up and probably be locking Jon and I out of his room.
Well it is time for me to get to bed, but I hope that this brings smiles to everyone reading.
Jon - (We miss you sweetie and will see you soon! Don't worry I gave Hayden lots of kisses for you!)
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Week of catch-up
This week was really nothing special. Amanda and I have both been fighting colds so haven't been up to very much. We checked out a couple athletic clubs for the whole family. The one we like has everything we need, plus some great classes for Hayden. The only problem is that the classes do not come with the membership. Needless to say it is pretty expensive.
On a Hayden note: since he figured out that he can get the cat off of the recliner by reclining it and then pulling the back down he has been terrorizing the cat. Now he chases the cat around and throws random things at him...shoes, plastic balls and even his 3 pound rolling ball. Of course we are telling him "no", but secretly I think it hilarious. The cat gets revenge by swatting at Hayden as he runs by.
Hayden has also started to do this forced laugh thing. He gets this huge cheesy smile, puts his arms out like is flexing his muscles and laughs. We will try to get it on camera soon. He is also starting to try to communicate more. He waves when he wants to leave or go to a different room, he points at things he wants, he gets on his little car and lifts his legs up when he wants you to push him across the room.
There are some other things, but I can't think of them right now. Maybe later.
On a Hayden note: since he figured out that he can get the cat off of the recliner by reclining it and then pulling the back down he has been terrorizing the cat. Now he chases the cat around and throws random things at him...shoes, plastic balls and even his 3 pound rolling ball. Of course we are telling him "no", but secretly I think it hilarious. The cat gets revenge by swatting at Hayden as he runs by.
Hayden has also started to do this forced laugh thing. He gets this huge cheesy smile, puts his arms out like is flexing his muscles and laughs. We will try to get it on camera soon. He is also starting to try to communicate more. He waves when he wants to leave or go to a different room, he points at things he wants, he gets on his little car and lifts his legs up when he wants you to push him across the room.
There are some other things, but I can't think of them right now. Maybe later.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
boy oh boy
Wow. What a week, that is all I can say.
We did end up evacuating Riverside again this year. We started moving residents out of the facility at 1000 and finished getting everyone out at about 0245 the next day. All 87 residents were taken to other facilities; mine was only able to accommodate 2 since we are so full. On Monday morning we will be sending everyone back. For the second year in a row we moved everyone out, but no water got in the facility.
On a quick work note I got a visit from the chair of the nursing home administrators board on Friday. Now all that stands in the way of my license is the exam, 120 questions of fun. I should be taking the test within the next two weeks.
This weekend we left Hayden with Grandma Melissa and drove to Seattle to meet up with Clint and some of his friends. We went to Pikes Place Market and took a tour of the Seattle underground. I had no idea that there was an old "Seattle" underneath. It was interesting to see, but I think it was a one time only tour.
Hayden has been Hayden lately. He will stick his tongue out at you now every once in a while; and still will kiss anyone that asks for one. He is also starting to push the limits. Things that he knows he should not be doing, he is trying again. You know, the fun stuff. Hitting things on the table, screeching, turing the tv off, playing in the blinds, pulling the cats tail, climbing up the gates, standing on his rocking chair, climbing on the couch, playing with the wii, pulling on the dvd player. Like I said, the fun stuff. Needless to say there have been a lot of "no's", "shhh's" and whispering to him.
Well I had better get the little angel off to bed, he is starting to rub his eyes and tell me "ni-ni". He is even walking towards his bedroom door.
Hope everyone has a great week and for those back in Wisconsin, enjoy the subzero weather and snow!!!!
We did end up evacuating Riverside again this year. We started moving residents out of the facility at 1000 and finished getting everyone out at about 0245 the next day. All 87 residents were taken to other facilities; mine was only able to accommodate 2 since we are so full. On Monday morning we will be sending everyone back. For the second year in a row we moved everyone out, but no water got in the facility.
On a quick work note I got a visit from the chair of the nursing home administrators board on Friday. Now all that stands in the way of my license is the exam, 120 questions of fun. I should be taking the test within the next two weeks.
This weekend we left Hayden with Grandma Melissa and drove to Seattle to meet up with Clint and some of his friends. We went to Pikes Place Market and took a tour of the Seattle underground. I had no idea that there was an old "Seattle" underneath. It was interesting to see, but I think it was a one time only tour.
Hayden has been Hayden lately. He will stick his tongue out at you now every once in a while; and still will kiss anyone that asks for one. He is also starting to push the limits. Things that he knows he should not be doing, he is trying again. You know, the fun stuff. Hitting things on the table, screeching, turing the tv off, playing in the blinds, pulling the cats tail, climbing up the gates, standing on his rocking chair, climbing on the couch, playing with the wii, pulling on the dvd player. Like I said, the fun stuff. Needless to say there have been a lot of "no's", "shhh's" and whispering to him.
Well I had better get the little angel off to bed, he is starting to rub his eyes and tell me "ni-ni". He is even walking towards his bedroom door.
Hope everyone has a great week and for those back in Wisconsin, enjoy the subzero weather and snow!!!!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Flooding Ahead
Well it is now the time of year for flooding and unfortunately the building Jon use to work at is in the flood plane and he is down helping evacuate the building. Hopefully I-5 won't flood again so my mom can come up and watch Hayden this weekend! Jon and I both need a break from our vocal son.
Hayden has found his voice, and since he can't communicate the way he wants, he screams at us. Plus the teething monster may be visiting him because he chews on his hands constantly. The good news is Hayden said a new word on Monday, banana, or his way of saying it "Na nana."
Another thing Hayden found was his wee willie winkie in the tub last night. Who needs bath toys when there are more interesting things to play with in the tub... hahaha
Hayden has found his voice, and since he can't communicate the way he wants, he screams at us. Plus the teething monster may be visiting him because he chews on his hands constantly. The good news is Hayden said a new word on Monday, banana, or his way of saying it "Na nana."
Another thing Hayden found was his wee willie winkie in the tub last night. Who needs bath toys when there are more interesting things to play with in the tub... hahaha
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Happy New Year!!!
Happy New Year everyone!!! I hope that everyone is recovering OK after last night. We had a nice evening at home.
Little man tried sooooo hard to stay up until midnight last night...but...he only made it to 8:00. Maybe next year. Surprisingly enough Amanda and I did make it past the New Year. We were both thinking that it wouldn't happen. Anyway, Amanda made lobster and steak for dinner and we rented a movie. I think Amanda did not want a repeat of Christmas day (she had one of Uncle Bob's migraine's) so we only had a couple choice beverages. Today we are going to head into the mountains for some fun and maybe even a little mini-golf.
We wish everyone a great 2009 and that all your resolutions come true!!
Little man tried sooooo hard to stay up until midnight last night...but...he only made it to 8:00. Maybe next year. Surprisingly enough Amanda and I did make it past the New Year. We were both thinking that it wouldn't happen. Anyway, Amanda made lobster and steak for dinner and we rented a movie. I think Amanda did not want a repeat of Christmas day (she had one of Uncle Bob's migraine's) so we only had a couple choice beverages. Today we are going to head into the mountains for some fun and maybe even a little mini-golf.
We wish everyone a great 2009 and that all your resolutions come true!!
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