Cole Kilian

Cole's First Video

2007-01-01T04:52:00.000-08:00

This swing is fun too.

2006-12-10T21:09:00.000-08:00

I like this swing 'cause there is room for two or more people at one time.

Don't You LOVE Parks

2006-12-10T21:06:00.000-08:00

I have learned that there are swings beyond my backyard. This one is in a park, and it is a lot of fun too.

Lost Again

2006-12-10T21:03:00.000-08:00

I have been fighting losing battles with sleep. I had thought that leaning forward in the stroller would keep me awake. Here you see the end result. ZZZZZZZZ.

Bring on the cold

2006-12-10T20:59:00.000-08:00

I am ready for cooler temperatures now. I can keep up my vigorous walking routine with this outfit.

I am a LION. Grrrrrowl.

2006-12-10T20:54:00.000-08:00

Here we see a BRAVE Lion and his lion tamer on October 31, 2006. I am not sure I understand why, but I did understand the what. Seems each house we visited had something called candy.

Fun with Carmen

2006-12-10T20:52:00.000-08:00

Carmen takes such good care of me. And she is a lot of fun too.

Smash Cake

2006-12-10T20:43:00.000-08:00

Look at this cake. ALL for me. Yummy.

As you can see, I did some major damage to that cake. :-0

Two Wild and Crazy Guys

2006-12-10T20:39:00.000-08:00

Here Dad and I model our party shirts. Most of our guests were not as colorfully attired. The extra cake is also shown here, because you never know how much cake folks will eat.

Birthday Music

2006-12-10T20:37:00.000-08:00

Mom got these guys to come sing and play for me. I think dad had suggested a picture of a band and an 8-track tape, but he lost as usual.

This Train was for Eating

2006-12-10T20:31:00.000-08:00

This is what we gave guests at my birthday party.

Pinata Train

2006-12-10T20:28:00.000-08:00

This train was full of cool stuff for the people who came to enjoy my birthday. It is the blue thing hanging out there with my swing.

Lucky Kid

2006-12-10T20:16:00.000-08:00

Would you look at all that cool stuff! I do not remember this from last year, but now, as a one year old, I am pretty sure I am going to like this "birthday" celebration process.

Maybe just one more bite?

2006-12-10T20:08:00.000-08:00

I can always use a little more food these days.

Here is my NOSE

2006-12-10T20:02:00.000-08:00

I am just learning body parts. What I am holding in this picture is my nose.

See My Pearly Whites?

2006-12-10T19:50:00.000-08:00

This shot shows me clapping and smiling, and you can see my little white teeth. I am pretty sure this was taken after a meal.

I am going to eat this right now.

2006-12-10T19:46:00.000-08:00

Do you see the white in my mouth? I have teeth.

Give me the camera Dad.

2006-12-10T19:42:00.000-08:00

There are some days I just want to get the camera away from people snapping pictures.

Ready for Some Night Life

2006-12-10T19:33:00.000-08:00

I am ready for some time out. Look how swank I am in this outfit. Ready for some fun.

Exploring the Native Flora

2006-12-10T19:28:00.000-08:00

I am taking time to examine the native plants. You can't spend all your time in the water.

Sand and Water = Fun

2006-12-10T19:22:00.000-08:00

Now I see why people travel to water. This sand, water, and sun combination was a lot of fun.

So this is sand?

2006-12-10T14:21:00.000-08:00

No one is fooling me. This is really just tiny, tiny dirt. But, it is fun to walk on.

Some PT on the beach

2006-12-10T14:19:00.000-08:00

Now we see Daddy subjecting me to the very difficult "ropes" course. I guess you could call it physical therapy on the beach. As you can imagine, I was not amused.

Where did everyone go?

2006-12-10T14:17:00.000-08:00

So there I was. All by myself in a beautiful place. All alone...well, except for the person who took this picture. How do you like the trunks?

I am not sure who was scared of who

2006-12-10T14:14:00.000-08:00

This lizard and the moth were trying hard not to notice each other on our back patio walls.

This is a nice ocean view.

2006-12-10T14:03:00.000-08:00

I was forced to wake up each day with this view on vacation. I am pretty sure that the government may be looking into the kind of care I get from my parents. It must be apparent to you now that I suffer from abuse.

With a 4.75 degree of difficulty...

2006-12-09T20:43:00.000-08:00

I can toss two balls out of my crib at one time. it is a challenge, but I can do it. Here I am caught in the act.

On Every Vacation You Will Face a Little Rain

2006-12-09T20:36:00.000-08:00

This is even more true in the tropics. I do not know where the tropics are. I do know the weather was nice except for a bit of rain here and there. The tropics were fun.

MMMMMetal

2006-12-09T20:33:00.000-08:00

I got to try my first metalic bed on vacation. Not the best taste, but interesting.

Life is a Beach Sometimes.

2006-12-09T20:29:00.000-08:00

Here Mom caught Dad and I enjoying a bottle on the beach as the sun was rising. Pretty, right?

It's Safer Than Driving..Safer Than Driving

2006-12-09T20:25:00.000-08:00

On my first plane ride..concentrating on my toys, not the noise. I actually was the best travler in the history of travel, or so I was told.

The First Steps Are the Hardest

2006-12-09T20:22:00.000-08:00

OK. Move one foot forward, then the other, then let go. Nope. Move one foot forward, let go, then move the other foot. Nope. ... This is a little harder than I expected.

Nothing Compares to Flying

2006-12-09T20:14:00.000-08:00

Here we see the WWI ace as he prepares to sail through the air with a big smile. All strapped in. Ready to take off.

Solid Food

2006-12-09T20:08:00.000-08:00

Here we see proof that I can eat solid food. It is not
the first bite, but it is an early eating-action shot.

Can You Reach Your Toes?

2006-12-09T20:05:00.000-08:00

Daddy added this one because he cannot strike this pose anymore. I am quite flexible. How about you?

If I am really careful

2006-12-09T20:00:00.000-08:00

and I hold onto the edge of this playpen, I can actually walk around. It is not easy, but I enjoy the challenge.

Tickle Fight

2006-12-09T19:57:00.000-08:00

It is not really fair. He outweights me (for now), and his hands are bigger. When he grabs and tickles me, I can't help but laugh.

Boys 'n Cars

2006-12-09T19:54:00.000-08:00

There is nothing like the joy of boys and their toys. Like my hot go cart?

Already Taller Than My Dog

2006-12-09T19:52:00.000-08:00

When I get on my knees like this, I am already taller than my dog.

And then the traveling salesman said . . .

2006-12-09T19:47:00.000-08:00

"your daughter? I thought she was your ..." Wait for the punchline Grandmother.

Some audiences are easier than others, and grandmothers are always easy for grandkids.

Grandma Takes a Nap

2006-12-09T19:45:00.000-08:00

I do not mind doing my share. Here, I hold up Grandmother's head while she takes a quick nap.

That is funny

2006-12-09T19:41:00.000-08:00

While waiting for food, I enjoy some pleasant meal conversation.

This Mouse Goes Nowhere.

2006-12-09T19:36:00.000-08:00

This mouse does not go anywhere without my help. It looks nothing like the mice I dance with on my favorite TV show.

Tunnel Carpool, Here I Come

2006-12-09T19:32:00.000-08:00

Here we see me and Dad working on his computer. He said I should be careful because if I do this wrong, I will get tunnel carpool, whatever that is.

TV Time

2006-12-09T19:27:00.000-08:00

Dad and I are caught catching a movie. His sippy cup and chair are made for big boys, but beyond that, we are two peas in a pod here.

What about this pose?

2006-12-09T19:23:00.000-08:00

When I am 18 or so, this is going to be a "killer" pose for me. I can see me as Mr. July in swim trunks for example.

The first steps start with a crawl

2006-12-09T19:17:00.000-08:00

I am getting used to moving around on hands and knees. Abby, who walks better than me, is giving advice and wondering how to get in there with me.

Abby and I Explore An Unidentified Foot

2006-12-09T19:11:00.000-08:00

Sometimes my dog Abby helps explore things I encounter during the day. Max, who you can see in the background rarely helps me explore anything, unless it is edible.

Marco ... Polo

2006-12-09T19:08:00.000-08:00

Here we see Dad losing in a game of "Marco Polo". He would do better if he had his eyes open. Perhaps he was having trouble looking at the awful pattern on my hat.

I love my uncle Jeremy

2006-12-09T19:04:00.000-08:00

This is one of my many cool uncles. He is a lot of fun, and very helpful. He lets me throw toys in his house. Cool.

The Stranger Was Disguised, but Ready for Summer

2006-12-09T14:42:00.000-08:00

I was required to wear this get-up several times in the sunny summer. I later learned that I could ditch the hat by just pulling it off. I learned to do the same with the glasses later.

Not all things I am given can be eaten.

2006-12-09T14:37:00.000-08:00

I can apparently chew, but not consume, this plastic thing. Mom says I need it for my teeth, but I am not sure I really have those in this picture.

This is good.

2006-12-09T14:35:00.000-08:00

This is so good. I can enjoy it with my eyes closed.

Time to Eat

2006-12-09T14:30:00.000-08:00

After many months of watching, I am finally ready to begin this eating ritual you bigger people do all the time. It seems like it may be a little sloppy sometimes.

Playtime is INTENSE sometimes.

2006-12-09T14:27:00.000-08:00

Not all play can be like fun all the time. I like to take this play stuff seriously sometimes too.

Look HERE Grandmother

2006-12-09T14:24:00.000-08:00

Look at me. Look at me. LOOK AT ME. Here I am being cute in my first standup toy, and Grandmother is looking somewhere else. What's a kid got to do to get some attention around here.

Well, OK, on second thought I do get lots of attention from everyone.

No More Room Going Sideways

2006-12-09T14:22:00.000-08:00

As you can see, I am almost too big to fit in my play pen going sideways. I do like the blue outfit.

What are you looking at?

2006-12-09T14:20:00.000-08:00

I can see you clearly from this close.

Look Into My Eyes

2006-12-09T14:16:00.000-08:00

Looook into my blue eyes. I will hypnotize you, or myself.

Tumbling Time

2006-12-09T14:13:00.000-08:00

Mommy is helping me learn to be tumbler here. You see how effectively I can roll up into a ball. Soon as I learn to crawl, I will be ready to go.

Eaten by the stinky hat

2006-12-09T14:11:00.000-08:00

My father used to inflict his stinky baseball cap on my head. This did not go over well with mommy.

Baby Mug Shot

2006-12-09T14:07:00.000-08:00

Not EVERY shot is a winner. I thought I should include this one to balance out the overwhelming cuteness of this blog.

I love close ups

2006-12-09T14:04:00.000-08:00

Yes, it is slightly out of focus, but dad says this is still a very nice shot. I think I agree.

Playing on my back

2006-12-09T14:00:00.000-08:00

I spent many happy hours on this play rug. Lots of things hanging down to grab. Fun if you cannot roll over on your back.

I am a happy guy.

2006-12-09T13:56:00.000-08:00

Here is one of my best gummy smiles. Nothing a few teeth won't improve, but they came later.

Hand Eye Coordination Is Fine, Thanks

2006-12-09T13:52:00.000-08:00

Here is an early example of my fantastic hand/eye coordination. When I see something Iwant, I reach for it, and sometimes, like in this picture. I get it.

I am finally dressing like a boy.

2006-12-09T13:49:00.000-08:00

It took some time to outgrow the initial unisex clothes, but look, I finally have an outfit with things little boys like. I really like this one.

My First Little Teddy Bear

2006-12-09T13:44:00.000-08:00

My jumper seat has three little stuffed toys, but my favorite is the little bear. I could watch him swing around, and I could hug him if I wanted to do that too.

That is perfect, right there.

2006-12-09T13:36:00.000-08:00

Dad is giving me a little scratch at just the right place as I get ready for bed. Little does he know at this time how challenging bed time will be at times in the months to come. I was not always this peaceful at this time of day.

Waaaay Too Cheap

2006-12-09T13:33:00.000-08:00

There is NO WAY I should be on sale for just $49.99. I think my parents were sampling new seats for me when some wise guy snapped this photo.

Reclining Angel

2006-12-09T13:30:00.000-08:00

Don't I look like a little angel in this picture? So peaceful, so sweet. I got a lot of use out of this "jumper seat" although I did not jump very much.

Spa Towel Shot

2006-12-09T13:24:00.000-08:00

While slightly naughty, this is a picture that shows me enjoying the spa towel treatment. To keep me warm while bathing, my parents would drap a warm towel over my chest. As you can tell from the photo, I never objected to this.

The Old Man Did Some Updating

2006-12-09T13:19:00.000-08:00

After threats from many people, my pop finally updated my blog on 12/9/06. He says I should tell everyone that he is sorry about it. Mommy just says he is sorry, but I am not sure they mean the same thing. The newer stuff will be above this point.

I Cannot Wait for My Real Hair to Grow

2006-12-09T13:15:00.000-08:00

Then I won't be forced to wear this wig in public. My parents say it is to keep my head in place, but I am pretty sure it makes some kind of fashion statement.

I cannot wait for my real hair to grow

2006-01-01T08:33:00.000-08:00

Then I won't be forced to wear this wig in public. My parents say it is to keep my head in place, but I am pretty sure it makes some kind of fashion statement.

Daddy told me something funny about a traveling salesman

2006-01-01T08:30:00.000-08:00

I like to laugh more and more, and I like to laugh in response to Mommy's and Daddy's jokes too.

Ready to hit the road

2006-01-01T08:27:00.000-08:00

Look, its like this. You have me strapped into this seat that I use for the stroller and the car. Let's go.

Excercise in the crib

2006-01-01T08:25:00.000-08:00

Dad caught me doing a work out in the crib in this picture. Arms and legs churning while I watch the little bears hanging above me.

Alert time in the bouncy seat

2006-01-01T08:22:00.000-08:00

Apparently, I have what is called a bouncy seat, pictured here. I also have some things, a star, a bear, and a ball, that might be fun to touch with my hands, once my arms are long enough.

Resting on Christmas Day

2006-01-01T08:20:00.000-08:00

Here I am relaxing after my "box shots" in bed. Do you notice that I do NOT fit sideways in the bed anymore?

Still More Packing Box Shots

2006-01-01T08:13:00.000-08:00

These shots were made on Christmas day. I asked for an explanation of what Christmas is and means, and if there were any, um, traditional things done on that day. For example, do little children enjoy the holiday for any particular reason. . . .

Mom and Dad kept kind of quiet about that. They said I would enjoy it more next year. I hope that I am too big for box shots like this by that time, although I do like my outfit.

Here we see my life at the spa

2006-01-01T08:11:00.000-08:00

I find a little spa time every day keeps me clean and cuddly. I am not sure when I will get to do this without the other kid next to me, but I try to enjoy the experience anyway.

We have lazy pets here

2006-01-01T07:58:00.000-08:00

My parents say the dogs used to be treated like children in this home. Now they seem to be treated like prisoners. I am not sure they like that.

Is someone going somewhere?

2006-01-01T07:52:00.000-08:00

In an ongoing theme for this blog, it seems I am being pictured on top of some "peanuts" in a box that brought some presents, whatever those are, to my home. I was OK with the idea, but my enthusiam decreased with other shots.

Chillin' with dad

2006-01-01T07:48:00.000-08:00

For some reason, I enjoyed having dad's really old smelly baseball cap on my head backwards in this picture. You can see a sample of my very cute baby smile. Just wait 'till I get some teeth too. Watch out girls.

Eaten by a frog

2006-01-01T07:45:00.000-08:00

The red in my eyes is from the camera flash light, not because I am seeing red. I actually like my froggy towel after a nice bath.

Look what I found!

2006-01-01T07:34:00.000-08:00

For weeks now, my parents have been hoping I can learn to calm down for naps by myself. That seems like a hard assignment to me, but I have found some help at the end of my hand.

Really, help.

2005-12-18T10:33:00.000-08:00

Another leaf shot. There were many to choose from. So artistic, right?

Help me, please.

2005-12-18T10:30:00.000-08:00

Mommy and Daddy thought it would be perfectly OK to put their best son, me, on the ground with leaves. I think someone needs to start a charity for me, or this kind of abuse could continue for some time. Do you notice how tolerant I am? Even though I know this is not a good idea?

This is our cat. Dad wants to know if you want her?

2005-12-18T10:27:00.000-08:00

She is really sweet, and looking for more attention with a different family.

I guess someone told the government I was born

2005-12-18T10:24:00.000-08:00

Cause a couple days after I got home, I got my first letter from the government. It had my security social card. Wow. I am ready to go to work.

I am so satisfied. Not with the letter, but the passy is great.

The letter is just about as big as me.

Look at me, a tadpole.

2005-12-18T10:19:00.000-08:00

I got this cool outfit as a gift, and I liked it. Pretty cute, right? Because I am growing faster than a tadpole, it is harder for me to fit into this now, just a few weeks later.

Thankfully, I have not yet outgrown my bed. Mom says my bed is cute, but I am pretty sure a boy's bed should be something else.

I love my bath time

2005-12-18T10:17:00.000-08:00

I like baths, really, I do. I do not know how long I will enjoy them, but for now, they are fun. And so is resting in the big towel like this afterwards.

Please people, remember, metal and microwaves do NOT mix

2005-12-18T10:15:00.000-08:00

Someone left this little metal brush with the bottles while cleaning them in the microwave, but I would never tell you her name.
Daddy thinks this is kind of funny for some reason.

Nothing like sleeping in your own space

2005-12-18T10:11:00.000-08:00

Here I am resting at home in my playpen.

I got to be little tired after I was born

2005-12-18T10:09:00.000-08:00

Being born can wear a little guy like me out. Here I am trying to rest, but people keep taking pictures.

Look how big daddy's hands are here

2005-12-18T10:06:00.000-08:00

I think that ever since I was born his hands have been getting smaller. One hand does not cover up so much of me any more.

I did NOT do this

2005-12-18T10:04:00.000-08:00

My feet are dirty here, but I did NOT do it. Someone put ink on my feet and then put my footprints in some stupid book. I was not real happy with the process.

Good morning Mommy

2005-12-18T10:00:00.000-08:00

I got to go say "hi" to mom right away. I am not sure if there is a connection or not, but she got really sick right after this photo.

I do not remember this either.

2005-12-18T09:55:00.000-08:00

I think I was being "zamined" after I was born here in this photo. Everything was OK, thank goodness. (There was some concern cause mom and dad are REALLY old people.)