Blake's best bud and neighbor, Caleb turned one today. We traveled across the hall for a fabulous celebration. 
Mom and Dad helped blow out the candle.
Blake tried some new foods. He had chicken fingers, potato puffs, and apple juice. He didn't get any cake. We are saving that for his first birthday!
We had a playdate later in the day today with three other boys, Will, Barrett, and Walker. These are the only pictures I was able to take with four active boys. Blake seems to be saying here.... only take photos of me.
John's dream has come true. Blake seems to be following in his footsteps for his love of Fantasy Sports. 
Studying for the draft.
Checking out the top 200 baseball players for the 2009 season.
Every Thursday after Gymboree we go out to lunch with some friends in our class. It is hard to find a restaurant that will take 6 strollers! We usually go for Sushi, but today we mixed it up and went for some Italian. 
Blake and his friend Ava.
After music class today, we met some of Blake's buds in the park and got some swinging in.
The boys were tired and cold after all that swinging.
Hanging with the boys.
Blake always loves to try out his friend's toys.
After his bath tonight, Blake couldn't resist taking another peek at his new book about subways.
Tonight we attended a gathering in the lobby of our building to say farewell to our favorite handyman Alex. 
Note the "twin heads"
We are so lucky to live across the street from the Museum of Natural History. Blake hadn't been since he was six months old, so after brunch today we headed over (he ate another entire grilled cheese sandwich). He wore his dinosaur shirt for the occasion. 
Checking out the butterflies at the Butterfly Conservatory. 
He loved all of the animal exhibits. I am excited for the weather to warm up so we can go to the zoo.
Blake is always trying to get his hands on our television remote. If he gets the remote, he aims it at the T.V, presses the buttons, and waits for any change on the screen. I think we watch too much television.
On our way back to NYC, we met up with our friend and favorite nanny Sharon at the Metro North train station in Brewster, NY. Blake was very excited on the train and loved looking out the window. 
We met up with Blake's Great Great Uncle Oscar at Marcus Dairy Bar in Danbury CT. Blake couldn't take his eyes off him the entire lunch, although he did manage to eat an entire grilled cheese sandwich.
Blake had so much fun hanging out with his Mimi and Papa this week. We were so sad to have to say goodbye.
Friends came over to say goodbye before we leave for NYC tomorrow. Blake was thinking dinner at Mimi and Papa's is much more exciting.
Being a city baby, Blake is not used to riding around in a car. Being in the suburbs for a week, he is starting to get used to it. Here he is getting strapped in to go to Mimi and Papa's house. 
Catching up on some reading during the three hour car ride.
Blake had fun in his Radio Flyer wagon today. First with his favorite dog Spike, then later with his gal pal Ella.
Blake was so happy to be reunited with his Massachusetts buddies Will (6 months) and Ella (10 months). But he was wondering where Brooke was!
Blake had fun with Mimi and Papa while John and I went to the Wrentham Outlets. Apparently he was able to help himself to his own snacks. 
He picked out his favorite candy.
He loves suburban grocery stores. They are so big!
Blake wishes everyone a very Happy Valentine's Day!
Mmmmmmm......
My belly hurts from all that candy.
Blake has become really good at throwing and catching balls. He really enjoys playing catch. John is thrilled and already has him signed with the Mets.
Blake loved this gigantic ball.
Listening to the teacher Mr. Mo sing "There are Bubbles in the Air"
Climbing through the mat tunnel.
