toddler | Mandy Unruh

Brown Suit

This is what Ian thinks of the head piece to his Curious George Costume. He will wear it, briefly, if I let him put it on…

Jammin’

I came home to this last night.

Good Help

We’ve been blessed with many wonderful care takers, many of whom we consider family rather than “babysitters.” But there’s a special place in my heart for Shelby, because not only is he a wonderful friend and mentor to Ian, as a person and a young man he embodies many qualities I hope to see […]Read Post ›

Pool-A-Boo

Ian has his first ear infection. He’s also taking his very first round of antibiotics, so I’m watching him closely to see how they affect his body/mood/energy level. So far, he seems a bit mellower and more cuddly, and on and off he seems to be in some discomfort. I carb load him before each […]Read Post ›

Art

We painted for the first time. It was messy. It was good. You know how sometimes you walk into a new situation and for no reason you instantly feel comfortable? That happened. I genuinely liked every parent and child who was involved. Almost makes me want to move to the valley… […]Read Post ›