It's All About Me

Elf Scotty Bumping It!!

2009-11-22T19:46:00.001-08:00

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Playdate With Addison

2009-07-15T16:40:00.000-07:00

One of Scott's Favorite You Tube Videos

2009-05-21T17:10:00.000-07:00

Summer Buzz Cut!

2009-05-21T17:00:00.001-07:00

About a week ago, Scott shows up at my house with a NEW haircut that makes him look like a Big Boy. Momma was cutting Daddy's hair and Scott wanted to look like him so Daddy said, "Momma, lets cut Scott's hair in a buzz for summer." Momma was sad because after she cut his hair, he looked like a "closer to 3 year old" rather than like a baby. It will be great for the summer though and easy to take care of. Scotty, Grandma thinks you look GREAT!

Uh Oh.... The Terrible Two's Have Struck!

2009-05-06T15:32:00.000-07:00

So this is our sweet little Scotty in the final stages of a temper tantrum. It all started when he was trying to help make lunch with Mommy. We had Wilhelm (Wes' weiner dog) in "time out" in the kitchen in a circular cage and Scott decided to squish the sides in leaving Willy with no space. Mommy said if Scott did that again he'd have to wait in the living room for his lunch and guess what? He did it again. Gramma (the enforcer) made sure the rule was followed and Scott didn't like it. I put him out and the banging began. When Momma was finished making her lunch she came out into the living room and I thought the banging would stop but by that time, he was so into it, I'm sure he was just mad, mad, MAD and couldn't even remember why he was kicking the gate. It took me a while to even think about videoing it so about 10 minutes had gone by when this footage was shot. Just watch how it all just quietly stops and he walks away in a docile manner.

Getting Ready For Preschool!

2009-04-25T09:20:00.000-07:00

I have a baby brother coming to my house in August. I'll be the BIG brother then. Momma and Daddy say it will be time for me to go to Pre-School pretty soon. They tell me it's a really fun place to go and play with other kids and learn things. I can't WAIT! But... I have to be potty trained first. That's what I'm learning how to do right now! I have big boy Pull-Ups and need to tell Momma, Daddy and Grandma when I have to go. That's me sitting on my potty.

If I do a good job, I get 2 rewards. One for having dry underwear and one if I use the potty. I like to get stickers, gummy bears and goldfish crackers for doing a good job.

Look at this cute video about going to preschool!

Pre-School here I come!

Who's Following Me??

2009-04-09T09:38:00.000-07:00

A trip to Toys "R" Us isn't complete without a ride on the firetruck. But... do you ever get the feeling you're being followed? Mickey is one of Scott's favorite Disney characters. As a matter of fact, if you ask him what he thinks his baby brother should be named he proudly says, "Mickey!"

Questions and Answers

2009-04-03T09:22:00.000-07:00

This is too much fun! Be sure to look really close after he says, "Tuck Tuck". When he says, "Emma" it is too funny!

Adventures At Rancho Grande Park

2009-04-02T21:02:00.000-07:00

Fun In The Sun

2009-03-19T13:51:00.000-07:00

It was such a nice day that Gramma took me to Chumash Park to play with my friends today. I played on the slide with Gunner going down on my tummy. Then I played with a little girl and a baby. They were really nice. I had lots of fun!

Riding My Bike

2009-03-12T14:54:00.001-07:00

What do you think of my new bike? Pap Pap and Grandma bought it for me. I put on my helmet and get to ride around the patio. They are making a nice place for me to play in their backyard. There is a slide, my car, a bucket of toys, a tricycle and now my bike. There is a place for my outside cars and sand toys too. I love to play outside.

"Busboy"

2009-02-18T15:03:00.001-08:00

The rain has gone, at least for a day. We took Scotty to Strother Park today for some outdoor play and fun with other kids his age. Afterwards, we met his Mama to have lunch at Branch St. Deli in the Village of Arroyo Grande. Scott helped Grandma eat her BLT sandwich and had a big glass of milk. When it was time to go, he grabbed a napkin and started "cleaning off" the kid's table. All his idea and he did such a good job! "Hey Scotty, here's a tip.... don't do that unless you are getting a tip!" He He He.......

Thomas The Train & Peter Rabbit

2009-02-11T17:38:00.003-08:00

Scotty chose to take his nap on the floor today. He had his blankie and a book to read to help him get tired. Pretty soon he had another "guest" join him for story time... Peter Rabbit. Isn't that cute the way Peter is propped up on the book looking at Thomas Train. Scott fell asleep shortly after this and slept soundly for about an hour and a half.

Some New Pictures of Scott - January 2009

2009-01-30T20:51:00.000-08:00

Time Out

2009-01-29T08:17:00.001-08:00

Don't you just HATE Time Out! I do! When I do something bad, really bad, Grandma makes me sit on a chair for two minutes. Guess what I did today to get in Time Out? I put my guitar over my shoulder and brought it down full force onto her glass table top. Boy did THAT make a lot of noise! Grandma took my guitar away for the rest of the day and made me sit in time out. Then I had to tell her I was sorry. I don't think I'm going to do that again. It makes me feel bad inside.

A New Look

2009-01-14T15:26:00.000-08:00

Scott's website is getting an update! He is growing up and is going to be a Big Brother this year and it was time his site reflected that growth. Right now we are waiting for the "Cutest Blog On The Block" to be "up" again so we can make a really cute background for the site (that's why it's so blank right now). Please check back soon and often for new updates. We appreciate your visiting and comments!

Scotty 2.3 (2 yrs. 3 mo.)

2009-01-13T09:58:00.000-08:00

Scotty is getting to be such a big boy now. He is 36" tall and weighs about 30 lbs. He knows so many things now. He can jump, run, crawl, sit in a chair, jump over things, climb up steps and even do somersaults. Gramma started using sign language with scott when he was just a baby and now he can sign: momma, daddy, fine, helicopter, chicken, cow, car, sick, happy, sad, dog, cat, shoes, socks, haircut, glasses, eat, drink, more, enough, tree, talk, stop, love you, hat, spider, stars and many others. He can say: dada, happy, tuck tuck (his dog), bye bye, hi, car, pap pap, apple, sit, ball, and is learning the ABC's. Along with all the physical and mental growth of course comes the tantrums of "the two's". He can open the door and run faster than gramma, so we need to really enforce that doors are NOT to be opened unless someone is with you and NO crossing the street. Even with the tantrums, he can be really sweet, loads of hugs and kisses. We did Christmas pictures for his dad's side of the family and he was all smiles, the center of attention, well, one of the center's of attention anyway.

Saturday In The Park

2008-12-20T21:27:00.000-08:00

I had a fun day at Waller Park today. Gramma & Pap Pap called and asked if we wanted to have a picnic in the park. We stopped by Arby's and grabbed some good food and found a nice area in the park. Emma and Tucker got to come too! After lunch, we took a little walk in the "woods". I didn't know it, but we were walking to the pony rides! Gramma gave me some money so I could ride and Momma helped me get on the little pony. His name was Bugsy and he was a good little pony and smart. After I rode him his owner untied him from the Merry Go Round and told the little pony to say, "Please". The pony scraped his hoof on the ground 3 times. I like him and I want to go back really soon. Then we walked back to my car and I got to go in back with Emma and Tucker. I always wondered what it would be like to ride in the back like they do. They liked me back there, but Momma and Daddy made me ride in my own seat with the seat belt for the ride home.

Butterflies & Hiking

2008-12-13T20:41:00.000-08:00

It was a dark cold day on Friday. It looked like it was going to rain. Grandma took me grocery shopping for something to put in her crockpot (whatever that is) and then we went to the Butterfly trees in Pismo Beach. This is the sign on the gate where you go in. Isn't it pretty? We walked on dirt and there were BIG trees. I had to tip my head all the way back to see the tops. And guess what? There were lots of butterflies hanging in the trees.

It was easier for me to see the butterflies because they had these telescopes set up. You squeeze one of your eyes shut and look into the telescope with the other eye. The butterflies sleep up in the tree when it's cold outside. They gather together and wait for the sun to shine on them. I feel happy when the sun is on me too! Look, here is a sign with a butterfly and a telescope.

Then Grandma took me down by the creek and we went walking. She made me get really quiet so I could hear the birds singing and the sound of the water flowing by. I saw tiny little birds eating seeds. They had little yellow heads and one had a red head. I want to go back there really soon 'cause it was fun!

I love my Grandma TTTTTHHHHHHHIIIIIIISSSSSSS Much! Thank you Grandma for taking me to such fun places.

Scott Visits With Santa

2008-12-07T16:55:00.001-08:00

Today was the Grover Beach Christmas Parade & Fair. The parade was lots of fun! There were Police cars and Firetrucks and kids on bikes. I liked the bands and pretended to drum along with the drummers. The people would yell out "Merry Christmas!" and I said, "Ho, Ho, Ho" Back to them. Momma and Virginia sold some pretty cards and tags at the fair and Daddy took me to go see Santa. He has a very fluffy beard and gave me a hug and a little present. I think I really like Christmas.

My Little Model

2008-11-08T19:16:00.001-08:00

Every Gramma says her grandkids are the cutest. But check this little guy out... he is absolutely GORGEOUS!

My Halloween Costume

2008-10-30T07:48:00.000-07:00

Halloween is tomorrow and I can't wait! My momma made me a scarecrow costume and I love it. Last weekend I went to Pumpkins on the Pier in Pismo Beach and a Halloween carnival at Elm Street park. It was so much fun. There were games to play like throwing balls and Frisbees and I got lots of prizes. The other kids wore their costumes too. I saw witches and ghosts and lots of fairies and ballerinas. I even won the Best Homemade Costume in my age group! Momma says tomorrow we get to do Trick-or-Treat in Arroyo Grande and at both of my Gramma's houses. I'm getting very good at saying "Boo" to people. Happy Halloween!

The Surprised Look

2008-10-19T19:58:00.000-07:00

We had dinner last night with most of the family at a local Pizza place. My daughter, Beckie, turns to me an asks, "Have you seen Scott's surprised face yet?" Well I hadn't so she had him show me. I think I almost choked on my pizza!! He's getting very animated and trying to say words all the time now. If he can't say it, he can definitely sign it or mime it!

It's ALMOST Halloween!

2008-10-16T11:40:00.001-07:00

Did you know it's almost Halloween? My mommy has been busy for days making me a costume. I'm going to be a scarecrow! A scarecrow stands in a field and scares away the big black birds from the corn. I like the crows but momma says its "just pretend" and I don't have to REALLY scare the birds away. That made me feel better. I have a Halloween book about a little girl looking for her pumpkin. She looks under the bed, in the closet, behind the bowls and behind the curtains. She finally finds the pumpkin outside! That's where I found my pumpkin too! It was on my grandma's porch. She has lots of pumpkins and even a chicken! I hope I don't have to scare that bird away too!

You've seen me... now you can hear me too!

2008-10-13T14:14:00.000-07:00

For a really LONG time I've brought you PICTURES of Scotty doing things. Today, I'd like to present "Talking Scotty"! See Scotty repeating words and answering questions and marvel. This movie was made this morning by my husband using his Apple MacBook Pro with built in camera function. You'll see his eyes actually looking at the screen of the computer because he could see HIMSELF as he was having the video done. Too Funny! The Beauty with him his my daughter, Scott's Aunt Tiffany. Gorgeous isn't she?

Guitar Hero

2008-10-10T14:00:00.001-07:00

I had a Rockin' good time at my Gramma's house on Wednesday. She put Guitar Hero into the PS3 and I got to play the guitar! It wasn't easy. I had to push buttons with my left hand and strum the string pad with my right hand. I love to watch the rockers on the screen while I play. They dance and sing and play the guitar. One day I'd like to play Guitar Hero as good as my Dad and Uncle Mike.

Today I'm 2!

2008-09-25T08:58:00.001-07:00

It's my 2nd Birthday today! I'm going to have a party on Saturday with a BBQ, cupcakes and candles. Some of my friends are coming over too. There will be more pictures on my blog after my party.

Yesterday I went to Avila Barn to feed the animals and buy some vegetables with my Gramma and Auntie Tiff. There were little baby goats standing on the backs of their mothers, a turkey that was losing it's feathers (scared of Thanksgiving probably), peacocks, chickens, horses and cows. We bought some vegetables to make a salad and some good cookies. It's so much fun going to the Barn. I love to feed the animals. They take the food right out of my hand and they don't bite.

A Visit to the Construction Site

2008-09-15T15:02:00.000-07:00

Today I went with my PapPap to see BIG trucks. They are making a new bus stop site just 2 blocks away from their house at Ramona Park. I sat on the ground and could feel the ground vibrate when the big trucks drove by. They have BIG tires! Then the guy driving the tractor waved at me. I watched them for half an hour. It was so much fun!

Ya Da, Ya Da, Ya Da and A Kuna Ma Tada!

2008-09-06T11:50:00.001-07:00

My gramma was watching a CD in her computer about scrapbooking. She got an idea that maybe she would like to take pictures of me during the day to show what I do all day. You can take a look at my album on Picasa here.

When I get to my gramma's house, I usually eat breakfast. My favorite thing to eat is blueberry muffins and a vanilla steamer. Sometimes the dogs try to take it out of my hand because they must like it too! Then I play with my toys and watch Sesame Street. Elmo is my favorite because he is so funny and he is orange. I like orange, can you tell from my shirt? I like to play Lego's too. Today I put a bunch of blocks together and it kind of looked like a tower. After Sesame Street, I go outside and play for a little while with my shovels, cars and DIRT! I scoop big shovels full of dirt and put it in the back of my dump truck. Today I got to eat at McDonald's again with my PapPap and Gamma. I sure do like dipping into ketchup and ranch dressing! Makes everything taste yummy! I was feeling kind of sleepy then and took a little nap. I don't use a Binky anymore because I'm a Big Boy. When I woke up, my Gamma had to run an errand at WalMart. We met momma there and played in their arcade. See me on the back of the warthog Poomba? At first I was a little scared but then it was a lot of fun and I smiled. When the ride was over, I wanted to do it again. After my momma is finished with work for the day she puts me in her car and I go home to my house. I'm a busy little guy!

I Needed To Sleep!

2008-08-29T16:00:00.000-07:00

It's Monday. That should be enough said, but just in case it isn't, take a look at what happened to me during lunch. I just couldn't stay awake another minute! My auntie took me for a walk this morning then Pap Pap thought it would be fun to take me to see motorcycles. Then I came home and played. By the time lunch time rolled around and I sat quietly for a minute or two, I just fell asleep. Gramma and Pap Pap thought it was so cute they took a bunch of pictures. I don't remember any of it just that when I woke up, I was really rested and really hungry! Happy Monday!

Back To School Breakfast

2008-08-23T20:45:00.000-07:00

Can you tell how full my tummy is? I just had breakfast at the Apple Farm in San Luis Obispo. I had some biscuits, potatoes, ham and eggs. Ummm, good! My mommy used to come here when she was little and now I'm going to come here every year right before school starts. I don't think I'm going to school yet, maybe next year! My birthday is only 1 month away and I'm going to be 2 and I already know how to blow out my candles, open presents and eat cake. I think I'm going to like school when I get to go.

Scott At McDonald's

2008-07-28T15:25:00.001-07:00

Hi, It's me, Scotty and guess where I'm at? Micky D's! Mommy is having lunch with my G-ma and G-pa and our friend, Virginia. Lots of kids go to McDonalds to play. Today I found some older and younger friends. There was a cool room where I could go inside and see out little windows. And look behind me... Tic Tac Toe! I LOVE to go to McDonalds to play and the food isn't bad either! I had some Chicken Nuggets and French Fries today! Yum Yum Good! I hope I see you the next time I go to McDonalds.

Nearly 2, Here's What I Can Do

2008-07-21T09:40:00.000-07:00

Now that Scott is nearly 2, I thought it might be fun to make a list of some of the things he can do. Motor type skills: Walk, run, jump, go up and down a step, get on and off things like small chairs, rocking horse and couch, can throw a ball and sometimes catch one, and dance. He knows most body parts, can follow simple directions, feed himself, and unfortunately, he knows what a time out is. The terrible twos are coming, I can feel it, he's not as compliant as he used to be. I guess I'm thankful that he isn't talking yet or I'm sure I'd hear "no" a lot more. Potty training is just around the corner. He knows when he's gone to the bathroom and brings me a diaper right after. Now we just need to figure out the BEFORE signs of having to go. One of the neatest things he's learned in just the past couple of weeks is all different kinds of kissing. I taught him how to Eskimo kiss with your nose and my daughter, Tiffany, taught him how to butterfly kiss with eyelashes and he already knew how to give a kiss. So when I get a kiss good bye at the end of the day, I actually get 3 kisses! He can howl like a coyote even going so far as to make sure he's looking up at the moon and his mouth forms a perfect O. He knows that when he gets an ow-ee, kissing is the best medicine, so if he bumps his head or pinches his finger or falls down, I get the body part for a big kiss and whatever hurts him gets a "spankin". Scott loves to play my piano and organ. I showed him 1 time how to turn it on and get it to play and he just hops up there and turns it all on and starts to play. He has about 8 puzzles that he can put together simultaneously. His favorite toys are cars and trucks of all kinds. He lines them up and makes the sound and drives them all around. And of course he loves the keys and play cell phones. That will probably NEVER change! He's sweet and I'm so glad he's my grandson!

Sleepy Scotty

2008-07-17T12:12:00.000-07:00

Grandma was on YouTube yesterday and she saw a video of Elmo going to sleep. It reminded her of her little Scotty-boo when he takes his nap. Here it is. Please allow the video to load before listening so you won't miss a thing. :-)

King of the Road

2008-03-13T11:19:00.000-07:00

Today, Scott picked up a broom and started to help grandma out with the sweeping up outdoors. All I could think of was the old Roger Miller song "King of the Road".

"Two hours of pushing broom buys an 8 x 12 x 4 bedroom"
ENJOY!

King Of The Road - Roger Miller

Arroyo Grande Farmers Market

2008-01-30T18:49:00.001-08:00

Here I am at Farmer's Market in Arroyo Grande. Can you tell I'm hungry enough to eat my glasses!!?? Grandma is walking her 2 miles a day again and lucky me, I get to go along for the ride. Today we stopped at the Farmer's Market and the Dollar Store. Did I tell you I LOVE to eat vegetables?? I do! Grandma says we need to do this every week and then make lunch from all the vegetables we buy. Today we bought some Napa cabbage from the Baustista Farm for Chinese Chicken Salad and some Artisan Jack cheese with Italian spices from Petaluma, CA. I got to taste some really fresh oranges too. Inside Spencer's Grocery Store a man was making some Super Bowl Sunday snacks for everyone to sample. Yummo! It was good!

Selling Insurance is REALLY Hard!

2008-01-15T21:02:00.000-08:00

"Gee, I wonder if I could sell them castle insurance? I've got State Farm on my Castle (picture in the background) and I can rest easy!" Sometimes I like to pretend what my daddy is up to during the day. I heard him say he sells insurance for State Farm and I'm not sure what that is but he loves his job! When my daddy works, he has to make a lot of phone calls and I watch him and learn. I can already pick up a phone, dial it and say in my sweetest voice, "HI!". I'm guessing that if I try really hard, I might be able to sell insurance by the time I'm maybe 3. Love You Daddy!!

Singing in the Rain....

2008-01-05T23:10:00.000-08:00

Hello again from me! Guess what I got to do? Go play outside when it started to rain! My Grandpa took me out and let me walk around in the water and I think I even looked up and ended up drinking some! It was fun and I can't wait to do it again. Next time I'm going to wear my puddle boots and stomp around in the puddles!

The Waiter

2007-12-25T18:04:00.000-08:00

I hear there is a TV program that is paying big money for new dance moves. Well, here is one of the best new dances around. It's called "The Waiter" and was developed by Mr. Scott McKenzie himself. Watch closely and you will see his left arm go up as if he is holding a tray of drinks. It won't be long before you see this move at all the dance joints.

What Can YOU Do With a Cookie?

2007-12-14T13:59:00.001-08:00

What can YOU do with a cookie? I wanted to play and have both of my hands available so....I found a VERY unique place to stash my cookie. I ate my cookie and then put it here, behind my Binky. Then played some more, nibbled some more and then put it back so I could play. This kept up until the cookie was gone.

I'm Driving!

2007-12-10T14:44:00.000-08:00

I know I'm only 14 1/2 months old, but I'm driving! Grandma and Grandpa found a slightly used "motorcycle" over the weekend and all I had to learn to do was "push the button". I'll master reverse and steering tomorrow!

Video of Scott with Quad

Book Review by Scott

2007-12-07T18:05:00.000-08:00

What kind of books does a 14 month old boy like to read? Books with thick cardboard pages, lots of pictures and areas to feel and listen to. Two of my favorite books are Petting Farm (http://www.littlescholastic.com/) and Dog by Matthew Van Fleet. ( Amazon.com: Dog: Books: Matthew Van Fleet,Brian Stanton ). I love to turn the pages and hear my grandma make the animal sounds. My favorite farm animal is a goat and in the dog book, by favorite dog is the Yellow Lab, just like my dog Tucker. I don't want to spoil the ending, but in the Dog book there is a little KiKi hidden in the back that all the dogs are after.

Here Comes Santa Claus!

2007-12-02T09:04:00.001-08:00

December 1, 2007 was the Christmas parade and annual visit from Santa Claus in Grover Beach. I got to whisper in his ear everything I wanted for Christmas and he promised to do his best to fulfill all my wishes.

Grandma Says It's Time To Have My Own Blogspot

2007-11-29T21:53:00.000-08:00

My Grandma is always writing about me on her blogspot, Life on The Central Coast of California. She says she writes so much about me that it's time I had space of my own. So this will be my very own blogspot. My name is Scott and I am 14 months old.