My Funny Little Valentine

Our little boy is certainly keeping us on our toes these days!  Alexander is 8 and a half months old and loves to crawl around.  He now pulls himself up to standing and tries to move along the couch.  He has expressed an interest in walking, but he does not have the balance or coordination yet.  He also loves to climb around things.  He is learning to clap his hands and is babbling a bit.  We think we will have our hands full with our active boy, but it has so fun to watch him play and learn how to do new tricks.  Here are some pictures of what Alexander has been up to lately.

Help!  I am a prisoner in my kitchen!  They won't let me crawl to the stairs!

We had some Christmas pictures that didn't make it to the last post - here is the official Ross family Christmas portrait! 

Alexander was so excited to see so many presents at the Stromberg family Christmas - We were lucky boys and girls!

The Stromberg kids could not wait to see if Santa came on Christmas morning.   Check out that incredible tree!

Alexander enjoyed cuddling with Great-Grandma Bertha at Christmas Eve dinner

In January, the wolf pack reconvened to celebrate cousin Lilly's 3rd birthday.  While the girls played princesses, the boys talked about the great fantasy football season.

Molly demonstrated her baby-holding skills - she did a great job!

Alexander thinks Emily is going to be a great baby-sitter

The Annual Stromberg Family Ski Trip took place this January - Allison was pleased that she got her ski legs back after a couple of years off the slopes.

While Mom and Dad hit the slopes, Alexander had fun hanging out with Aunt Megan, Uncle Nick and Aunt Kaori!  I think there was a lot of silly business going on.

Since both Alexander and Pops are early risers, they had early morning play dates.  Allison and LeRoy greatly appreciated the extra sleep :)

Our family :)

Snow Angels!  Alexander loved playing in the snow.

Thanks Grammie and Pops for a fun trip!

Matching ski sweaters :)

Alexander turned 8 months old on January 30th...

...but his 8 month sticker had to go on his back because he was trying to eat it.  He gives great hugs though!  

Alexander is all about standing these days.  

He attended his first baby gym class (I guess we are tiger parents) and did great!  He loved crawling through the tunnel.