James, a Movie Star?

We're still digitally challenged, but we're trying out a video post to our blog. If it works, we'll try to upload some more interesting clips (his first time crawling, perhaps). Stay tuned!

The Baby Blog Returns!!

Hooray! At long last James has returned to the blog scene. He's been so busy crawling and cruising (but not yet walking) that he's neglected his blog. We hope to be more regular now that mommy isn't teaching until the fall.

Developmental Milestones

These past months have seen James go from sitting to crawling to standing (and walking won't be too far behind). Here's a photo history of his development:

James' first swing

James and his friend Noelle sitting with help from the boppy.


Sitting without help!


Crawling at the beach. He would have gone for miles if we had let him.

The first time James pulled up on the couch. Now he's cruising everywhere.

Daddy's Triathlon

In late April, Peter competed in the Moraga Treeline Triathlon, and the family was there to cheer him on. After a good swim, an amazing bike, and a fantastic run, Pete came in first in his age group and third overall. James thinks his daddy is pretty cool.

Swimming like a fish!
Go Daddy!!!
Pete's strong finish.
Hooray for Daddy! James and Pete (and the first-place medal).

Grammy and Papou

James is so happy that he gets to see his Grammy and Papou on a regular basis. Here are some highlights.

James and Grammy in the backyard.


Papou and Jamers playing with toys. James is quite good at knocking down Papou's towers.


Story time.

James and Noah (Reprise)

We've been so lucky this year that Uncle Jeff, Auntie Rhia and baby Noah have been able to visit California twice -- once in March and once again in May. These pictures are just the beginning of the James-Noah contingent (Grandparents, watch out!).


Go Dodgers!! James and Noah modeling LA Dodgers gear to make Grandpa Kilpatrick happy.


James and Noah hanging out.


Two seconds until takedown!


That toy is so fascinating!

Tour of California

This past spring we hit the road and followed some of the world's best cyclists as they rode in the Tour of California. Pete, of course, is hoping this will rub off on James and create a professional cyclist out of him. We were lucky to have our friend Julie join us at the prologue in Palo Alto (and initiated her into the world of cycling). Grandma and Grandpa Kilpatrick also tagged along to the time trial in Solvang, though truth be told they were there more for James than for the men in spandex.


The family cheering on Levi in Solvang.


Julie holding James as they watch the riders fly by in Palo Alto.


Grandma and Grandpa Kilpatrick and a very tricked-out stroller in Solvang. We were prepared for anything.