It's December!!!!

Hi Everyone! Sorry it's been a little while since I've written to you...but man have I been busy!!! First of all, I hope that everyone had a great Thanksgiving! I did! I was able to spend it with Mommy and Daddy, plus all of my grandparents and Uncle Mike (he LOVES me!). It was a lot of fun. Real turkey tastes much better than the turkey dinners I used eat...but no more baby food for me! I gave that up a while ago! I am a meat and potatoes baby now! In addition to turkey, I also sampled lot of other foods, including my new favorite, Pumpkin Pie....YUMMY!!!

As you all probably know by now, we are going to be moving to our new house in just under two weeks, and so you can imagine how busy I have been with packing up all of my stuff...And man, do I have a lot of stuff! I have filled so many boxes already that I am running out of room to play! But I can wait to test out my new room and play area...I am very excited!

I am also very excited because Mommy told me that I am going to be a big brother in just a few months!!! That's right, I am going to have a new little baby brother or sister in May! I can't wait!! It's going to be so much fun! I am going to teach them all about getting into trouble and using "cuteness" skills to get out of trouble!

Also, I was lucky enough to meet Santa again this year! Yep, he was visiting at my Aunt Emily's shop and I stopped by to say hi and tell him all about the things I was wishing for at Christmas (like world peace, no more hunger and that kind of stuff). He was so nice and even gave me a tasty candy cane! It was loads of fun!

December 2007 December 2008

Anyway, I hope that you are all doing great and that you have all been nice this year so that Santa can give you great big presents! I can't wait to see what I am getting!

See you later!
Zack!

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Hi Everyone! I have a special holiday greeting for you!!! Check it out...I've made myself into a tasty holiday treat - a gingerbread baby! You can do the same by visiting www.mygingerhead.com and sending these super cool holiday cards to your friends and family! Have fun getting 'baked' :-)

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Trick or Treat!

Hi Everyone! Hope that you had a fabulous weekend! Once again, I definitely did! In fact, it was a weekend full of many firsts! As you know, Friday was Halloween, so I was able to wear my pirate costume again! I had so much fun greeting the Trick-or-Treaters that came to my house for candy...I greeted them all with my best pirate "RRRR" - which may have scarred a few away. Oh well! We also had a visit from Nammy and Bee-Bop who came to give me my special treats and presents! That was soooo nice!

After giving away some more treats, Mommy and I headed to Westfield to meet Daddy and to go to the Best Costume Contest at Cold Stone Creamery! I got to have free ice cream (again, that twice this week)...and I WON THE CONTEST! I think it was because Mommy told them I was dressed as the pirate know only as Captain Milk Beard - and they totally thought it was awesome...so, I won a cool ice cream cake!

After that, Mommy and Daddy took me to the Halloween party at My Gym and I got to see all of my friends and teachers dressed up. I ran around like crazy and showed off all of my moves! I even got to ride in the Zip Line - which was sooooo much fun! After that I was a bit tired, so we headed home and had another visit from my grandma and grandpa and their puppy Mindy....so I got even more treats! And when Mommy wasn't looking, Grandma let me have a lollipop, which I really enjoyed!

Overall I had so much fun this weekend. I can't believe that it's already November, though...this year has totally flown by! Before you know it, Christmas will be here...and I can't wait:-)

PS: Here I am doing my cool spoon trick!

Later Peeps! Z.A.M.

Early Trick or Treatin'

Hi Everyone! Who knew that I would be getting so much use our of my cool pirate costume? Mommy did a little research and it turned out that today was the Westfield Halloween Parade!!! Yes, that meant I could dress up as my alter ego, Pirate Milk Beard, and wheel around in my stroller to collect free candy from all of the merchants! It was so much fun! I did not even have to do too much work...I just looked super cute and Daddy made sure to take me around to all of the good stores! Everyone was so nice and loved my costume! I got tons of compliments (especially at Starbucks!), candy, cool stickers and even - FREE ICE CREAM - at Cold Stone!!! It was so delicious, and best of all, I got to eat ice cream before lunch time! Mommy and Daddy totally let me break the rules today! YUMMY! Now I can't wait until Friday where I can cruise for even more sweet treats!

Peace Out! Z.A.M.

Pumpkins, Pumpkins!

Hey There Everyone! Hope that you are enjoying this lovely fall weather! I sure am! Of course, it's definitely not the kind of weather we had in the summer where I could wear my shorts and sandals...but it's still pretty nice! I love seeing all of the leaves change colors and fall all over the place! I especially love running through them and making a big mess! That's my job you know! Anyway, I've been keeping busy with my classes and stuff...but I did make a special trip down to Princeton recently to visit my special girl, Caroline! She's awesome and I love hanging out with her! She super cute and has great toys to play with! I actually had the pleasure of going pumpkin picking with Caroline. It was so much fun! There was dirt, pumpkins and wide open fields...so I ran, kicked stuff, tumbled around and even tried to climb a fence. I think she was impressed! Anyway, here are some pics of us on our pumpkin adventure! Best and big hugs! ZAM!

My How Time Flies!

Hi Friends and Family!

Hope you are all doing well! Sorry again for taking a while to update my blog...but as usual, I've been quite busy! This month has been full of so much fun already! Although I won't see the beach until next summer, Mommy and Daddy have been filling my weekends with special adventures! We've gone for tons of trips to the park and even hiking in the Reservation (well, they were hiking, I was in my all-terrain stroller!). We even went to the Seafood Festival in Point Pleasant too...but I chose to eat a yummy hot dog instead of crab cakes!

This is My Scary Face

Being a Big Boy at the Diner

I also recently started a new class called Music Together! It's really a blast...we get to sing, dance and play all sorts of instruments. I've made some new friends, and it's really awesome! I've also been very focused on my studies, and have been going to the Library with Hope - she even got me my very own library card!!! I can't wait to start reading!!! I've also been helping out around the house with chores and landscaping...I am really good at watching and supervising Mommy and Daddy! I have also been busy growing - or at least my feet have, as I just got a cool new pair of 6 1/2 Wide sneakers for the fall. Man, do I have some big feet!

Practicing for Halloween!

Well, that's all for now friends! Stay tuned for more updates...especially as we near October! Daddy told me we are going pumpkin picking in my wagon and I can't wait!!!!

Hugs!
Z.A.M.

The End of Summer!

Sand Surfing & Digging with Daddy & Willow

Striking Poses for Mommy!

Running for the Water & Showing That I Know How to Use a Shovel!

Hi Everyone!

Yes, it is true...this Monday marked the official end of summer for me! Can you believe it? That means no more leisurely weekends at the shore with Mommy and Daddy. I had so much fun this summer and got to have so many new experiences! I loved playing and hanging with my cousins Willow and Nikita (they live at the shore)! I also loved all the fun bike rides that I took with with Mommy and Daddy...getting to ride in my big wagon, splashing around in my baby pool, cruising on the boardwalk and hitting the playground at the Bay Beach! And of course...napping on the beach!!!

I will miss all that stuff! But, Mommy and Daddy actually told me not to worry too much, as they had many new adventures planned for me this fall! I can't wait to find out more! For now, I have all of my wonderful memories! And, Hope and I are spending lots of fun time outside as we try to take advantage of the remaining warm weather! She definitely keeps me busy!

See you all soon!
ZAM :-)

Beach Bum Baby!

Buried in the Sand & Riding In Style!

Catching Waves with Daddy!

Hey Peeps!
How are you??? As usual, I am doing great. Just chilling and enjoying my summer! The weather has been so great - so I have been lucky to spend most of my non-nap time outside. Hope and I like to hit the park, playground and downtown Westfield...just to name a few things we do to pass the time!

Best of all, I love the weekends! Mommy and Daddy are around all day and we go to the beach and have so much fun! I love to play in the sand...and of course...eat it sometimes. But I'm a baby, so that is okay! As you'll see from this week's update...I really enjoy both the surf and the sand. In fact, Daddy and I have been in the water ever weekend...he's teaching me how to body surf. I've got a long way to go, but I am definitely getting the hang of it! Daddy also thinks its funny to bury me in the sand. Mommy totally cracks up every time, but I use my super baby strength to escape and take off running down the beach! It's a blast, and I've met so many people by just wandering around and saying hi! And after the beach, I love to freshen up in Nammy's outside shower...As you'll see from the pics below, it's sooooo cool, and I don't have any pants on!!!!

See You Later!!! Z.A.M.

Baby, I'm Back!

At Mommy's Work Picnic on 8/6 & Making New Fuzzy Friends at the Mall

Hi Everybody!!! Sorry for my long hiatus, but I have been a very busy little guy! I hope you understand! Anyway, I'd first like to announce a MAJOR accomplishment...I am now walking! Actually, I started walking about a week and a half ago...and I've been getting better everyday! So far I am really good on flat surfaces, but sometimes hills and even grass can be a challenge. But no worries, I'll be a professional by the end of the month! So what's been going on with me...hmmmm...I had my 1 year doctor's appointment and the doctor says that I am really tall for my age, cause I am 33 inches long...and even my feet are really big too. I am wearing a size 5W - can you believe it? I've also been spending time at the shore working on my swimming techniques and my tan (kidding! I wear 60 SPF everyday!)...and I've also had a lot of events and play dates with my friends Danny, Riley, Luca and lots of other friends I've made at the park. In fact, yesterday, I ran into my friend Mateo and we played soccer with the big kids. It was so much fun and I got sooooo dirty! And even today I went to the Virgin Mobile Family Picnic...tons of fun too! And they had really tasty cheeseburgers and fries! Yum! I even got to take a cool picture as Harry Potter - which I've attached for you below. I could totally be in the movies!

Me, Starring As Harry Potter!

Me & Riley on Sunday 8/3

Me Getting Ready to Take A Bath - Love Being Naked!

Me & Luca Hanging in the Back Yard

George Michael Comes to NYC

This is a temporary takeover of Zack's blog...sorry kid! Given the awe and intrigue (:-) ) surrounding our attendance at yesterday's SMASHING George Michael concert...attached are the pics and videos you eagerly demanded to see! Overall, Anthony, Shari and I had a TERRIFIC time! The place was packed and George was especially charming and witty! And in case you're wondering, George's voice is like fine wine...it's just gotten better with age. Absolutely pristine! And of course, the performance was stellar, especially when he doned his policeman uniform. Now that was CRAZY HOT!!!! Enjoy! Ger

Zack's Big Huge Massive Birthday Bash!

Babies & Mommies Singing & Dancing! (L-R: Kiti, Evan, Gavin, Danny & Me)
My Pals Can Rock! (L-R: Me, Caroline, Kiti, Evan, Gavin, Danny & Willow)

The Most Amazing Cake Ever - Thanks Aunt Emily!!!

Hello My Friends! Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! Well today was my big birthday party, and all of my closest friends and family came over! It was sooooooo exciting and so much fun! My pals Evan, Gavin, Danny & Caroline, as well as my cousins Willow & Nikita, all joined me for some birthday fun! We sang songs, danced around and crawled all over and had so much fun doing it! We had tons of food and I got to sample all kinds of new tasty things. I even tried a burger! Best of all, I got to eat cake! An not just any cake...my own custom made, hand-crafted cake by awesome Aunt Emily...featuring, yep you guessed it, #95 Lightning McQueen from my favorite movie, Cars. It was the most beautiful cake ever and I'll never forget it! In fact, my whole party was race car themed! We had lots of racing flags and pennants, and of course, tons of balloons too! It really looked wonderful...so I have to hand it to Mommy, Daddy, Nammy, Bee-Bop, Aunt Emily and Cousin Karen for making my day so special. But I also want to give all my guests a special thank you for braving the nasty traffic today and traveling from all over NJ to celebrate with me. I really appreciate it! You guys rock! Love Zack:-)

Happy 1st Birthday!!!!

I'm One Today!

My big day finally arrived today! I turned one year old today!!!! And to make sure that I did not miss it, I woke up especially early this morning and had Mommy & Daddy sing Happy Birthday to me! It was awesome! Just like my own personal rock concert! Anyway, I had the best day ever today...Let me tell you all about it! First, I got to go for a big walk in my stroller... then I went to the playground and went head first down the slide...swoosh! Tons of fun there, but it totally wore me out...so after that I took a really BIG nap, for like two and a half hours...Then after I woke up, I had a delicious lunch of turkey meatballs and brocolli and apple sauce for desert! Yum!!! Nammy then gave me one of my presents - a very cool activity box that I totally LOVE playing with...Then after that, Mommy and Daddy gave me two more big presents...A super cool bike trailer and an awesome helmet! I helped them set it up and then we went for a ride to the beach and around the island...I just sat back and chilled out while Daddy did all the work wheeling me around! Soooooo cool! After we got back home, I took a lovely bath to freshen up for dinner. After we finished eating, Mommy pulled out a big tray of special vanilla cup cakes for me...they were decorated with white frosting and featured Lightning McQuenn - from my favorite movie Cars! However, she made me where a birthday hat which I did not really care for...and I let her know it! Let me tell you though, I found out that I LOVE cupcakes! I can eat them up all by myself...and licking the frosting from my fingers rocks! Well, after that, my evening was over and I headed to bed with my milky-baba and called it a night! Mommy & Daddy, thanks for the best 1st Birthday ever! I love you a bunch!!!

Testing Out My New Presents!

My Birthday Cupcakes

I Don't Like B-day Hats

Taste Testing - I Think I Love Cupcakes

Riding I My Lego Wagon

The Big One!!!!

Yep folks, I did it! I am now officially one whole year old! Can you believe it! I know I keep reminising about being in Mommy's belly, but it seems like just yesterday I was in there! Now, a year later I can say that I am so much more experienced! I know how to do so many things, like play with my toys, blow kisses, crawl around, say Mamma and Daddee, clap, play pickaboo, feed myself, and a bunch of other cool stuff! Thank goodness Mommy helped me keep this diary so that I can remember all of my milestones! Its really special to me! Anyway, I thought you'd like this photo retrospective...from day one to day 365! Enjoy!!!!

1 Day Old & 1 Month Old

2 Months Old & 3 Months Old

4 Months Old & 5 Months Old

6 Months Old & 7 Months Old

8 Months Old 9 Months Old

10 Months Old & 11 Months Old

Almost 12 Months Old!

PS: Look for more birthday celebration pics later today!