Captain Diaper Pants and the Poo Poo Patrol

halloween!

2009-11-01T14:59:00.000-08:00

So this year we asked Collin what "he" wanted to be for Halloween and he said "SPIDERMAN!" So we got him this costume witch is for a 7 to 10 year old. (It was the only size left D'oh!)

Punki'n Patch!

2009-11-01T14:55:00.000-08:00

We went to the pumpkin patch 2 weeks after the apple orchard and i'm sure you can tell by our clothes it was much warmer and nicer. We went with Dan, Mara and Lilly. Dana had to work.. :( we had fun on the hay ride we climbed on a tractor and even a wagon FULL of pumpkins!

Pictures more pictures

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These were taken ant the begining of October at an Aadamotts apple orchard. It was FREAKI'N FREEZING!!! We wen with our friends the Golden's Jen, Ben and Andreas.

Pictures lots of pictures

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Here are some picture from this summer and spring.

Collin get's his hands on Momma and Poppa's camera!

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There are three more like this!

I took this close up my self, this time.

Oh snap! I'm caught.

Bath time

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We're getting out doors!

2009-06-24T19:16:00.000-07:00

When spring finally got to Minnesota we got outside here are some pictures.

Field trip and Pictures!

2009-06-24T19:00:00.001-07:00

In April Collins Preschool class went on a "field trip" to Lunds. Collin had a dentist appointment that morning and Karole wasn't busy so she stayed to help out. It was a good thing she had the camera so she could take some pictures.

The list.

Getting ready to go.

Were at Lunds shopping.

Falling asleep at lunch, again.

Gee, how many close ups of this boy do we have?

Trip to Wisconsin Rapids

2009-06-24T18:53:00.001-07:00

We recently went to Wisconsin Rapids for Cousin Brad and Joleen's wedding. It was down on Friday night, the wedding and reception on Saturday and the gift opening and home on Sunday.

Collin traveled well as usual, He had fun at the orange moose in Black river falls and he wanted to talk to the giant mouse.

Comming soon!

2009-06-23T05:39:00.001-07:00

We have a bunch of pictures that we will be uploading soon, I hope.

Bill

Horibbly Behind

2009-03-01T11:46:00.000-08:00

Spending time with the boys is really cutting into the time we can spend updating everyone.

I want to post a few pictures but won't have time for much more as Collin and Sam are tearing through the house today.

Great News

2009-01-03T17:04:00.000-08:00

Among the many events in December was Collin's early intervention evaluation. As he hit his third birthday, it was time for another set of tests to address his cognative, social, communication and gross motor skills development. As most of you know, Collin has been in a special program since he was 9 months old with home school. His bilateral club feet and vision issues resulted in a developmental delay. With the help a a team of dedicated anad fabulous teacher, we all worked on helping Collin reach his age appropriate milestones.

We are proud to say that Collin has done so well, that his test score for this evaluation actually made him inelligible for continued home school. Collin is now on par with his peers.

We are so grateful to Anne, Shari, Sandy, Libby and Chris is giving us the tools and time to help Collin achieve this monumental goal.

More Christmas

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Christmas!

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Lets face it December is ALL ABOUT Christmas. The boys had a great time. Faythe and Al were here and we enjoyed a breif visit with Austin and his friend Anne. We did the usual, Christmas Eve dinner with Faythe Al, Karla, Freddie, April and Austin. Early Christmas morning was at the Law's for the Kelly family opening. Then back to our house for our Anstedt opening. Ofcourse nap time then dinner back with the Law's.

The rest of the holiday was pretty mild but we also were fotunate to enjoy breakfast with the Cravers on Saturday.

A New Holiday Tradition

2009-01-03T16:30:00.000-08:00

As we mentioned December kept the family busy. On the 20th we hosted a holiday open house with a small twist. Inspired by my company holiday card that was about "filling 150 spaces" (blood banks, donation bins, minds, time etc.) We asked guests to bring donoation items for the Emergency Food Shelf. Though there was a huge snow storm many joined us, others that couldn't make it, stopped by to make a contribution in the week after. We were able to donate over 8 large bags of groceries.

More Birthday Mayhem

2009-01-03T16:28:00.001-08:00

December 2008 - Birthday

2009-01-03T16:17:00.000-08:00

December was as always an eventful month for Collin. The beginning of the month saw Collin's 3rd birthday. We celebrated with pizza and cake.

Thanksgiving with the Aliffi's

2008-11-25T17:20:00.000-08:00

We had a really relaxed Thanksgiving. The Aliffi's Kelly and Brian came over for dinner.

More Collin

2008-11-14T15:59:00.000-08:00

Collin has been just amazing lately. He is talking up a storm and he seems to say something new every day of couse i'm blanking some of the more funny thigs he's said recently. So here is a recent picture instead.

Hallowen

2008-11-14T15:56:00.000-08:00

For Halloween we all dressed up as charecters from Speed Racer. Karole was Trixie, Collin was Spridel, Sam was Chim Chim and i was Speed.

And some more

2008-10-18T23:17:00.001-07:00

One morning Collin put on a pair of Poppa's shorts. After Sam rolled Over onto his tummy we were taking pictures of him holding up his head, Collin was playing with him. We tried to take the picture but Collin moved and put his face in the camera.

More pictures

2008-10-18T23:02:00.000-07:00

Collin with Poppa and Uncle Johnny. Also at Mommas work with Dan and the Puppies from space150 Puppypalooza . The last pictures are of Collin on his bike int eh backyard. The sun had gone down and he cried when we brought him in the house even though it was dark, and cold outside!

Pictures

2008-10-18T22:51:00.001-07:00

A few weeks ago we took a walk in the morning to the creek. We started off at the hardware store to get some popcorn. It was a glorious day. Collin didn't wan to walk much so Poppa and Momma had to carry him a lot. We walked along the creek bed. Unfortunately we had to double bad at a certain portion as we had reached an impasse.

Pictures

2008-10-18T22:39:00.001-07:00

One afternoon Collin was playing quietly in the basement after a long day outside. Momma could not see him over the arm of the couch as she fed Sam. Momma got suspicious of the eerie quiet. When Momma looked at Collin he had unrolled a whole ROLL of toilet paper and put it in a basket.

Autumn Days

2008-10-18T22:01:00.000-07:00

The leaves are changing and the sun is going down earlier. Collin, Sam, Momma and Poppa are getting ready for Halloween. There are leaves all over the yard, and the squirrels are getting fat.

Collin is getting along quite well at School. Everyday we see and hear great improvements in his speech. He is now making three and four word sentences. He loves Thomas the Tank Engine, Elmo, Curious George and Super Why.

Collin loves Sammy but being two is very difficult. Last week Momma was alone with the boys. She was holding Sam but Collin wanted to held. Collin opened up the dresser drawer and said "Momma put Sammy AWAY!"

The boys are sharing a room now. It is going well. Though Sam wakes up a couple of times a night Collin's sleep is uninterrupted.

First Day of School

2008-09-03T20:22:00.000-07:00

Tuesday September 2nd Was Collin's First Day of preschool. Its an all day program with school in the morning and daycare for the rest of the day. He will be going 2 days a week. I a sure that next fall he will go full time.

We are so proud of him he walked right into his classromm (The Dinosaurs) and hugged his teacher Kim. He has 3 other teachers one named Sylvia, Robin and Ann. He was making freinds right away and was making himself at home exploring the room as you will see.

He didn't cry like some of the other kids, as we left he said "Bye Momma, bye Daddy Have nice day!"

Labor Day Weekend

2008-09-03T19:33:00.000-07:00

Well friends and family, the holiday weekend marks the unofficial end of the summer. Bill's parents came up for the holiday. We had a really pleasant time, relatively low key.

Saturday we went for a walk. We visited the new coffe shop down the block fro the house and took a walk around Lake Harriet. It was hot but there was a lovely breeze. On the way home fro the lake we were very surprised as we encountered a wild turkey. Thats right folks A WILD TURKEY - in the city! I know we were by the lake but it's not like Lake Harriet is surrounded by wooded areas...

PLease enjoy the photos

Pictures

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Visiting Shadee

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My friend Shadee bought her first house. Collin, Sam, my friend Julie and I dropped by to say congratulations. Now every morning Collin says "I wanna see Sha-DEE!_

Walk to the Lake

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

With the summer coming to an end we have been trying to get outside as much as possible. We walked around Lake Harriet, had lunch at the band shell and went to the park. Collin continues to stop and hug random people. So far everyone has been nice about it. Some day soon he will have to learn about "Stranger Danger" We assume that he can sense that the peoplehe hugs are good. (Or at least that's what we hope!)

Naps are fun!

2008-08-10T14:20:00.000-07:00

From the top: Collin and Bill taking a nap. A close up of Collin's face, then funny faces in bed.

Playing at the Craver's with MacKeian.

Finally the first day back at daycare with Grandma Sue

Back yard fun

2008-08-10T14:03:00.000-07:00

On Saturday we enjoyed the lovely weather. We had a little picnic in the back yard. Collin and Sam played.

The Zoo!

2008-08-10T13:54:00.000-07:00

The weekend before Karole returned to work the family went to the Minnesota Zoo. Currently there isn an exhibit of Russian animals like bears, otters and boars. Here are some pictures. Sammy slept through most of the adventure.

Collin tried to pet a sting ray, and he loved the otters. (Though he called them doggies)

More pictures from Memaw and Buppa

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Pictures from Memaw and Buppa

2008-07-28T17:39:00.000-07:00

The week Sam was born Memaw and Buppa came up from Wisconsin to visit and meet the newest member. Here are some pictures of their trip. We went to Lake Harriet one day and they bought a great sand and water table for Collin as a big brother gift!

More 08 Summer of Fun Photos

2008-07-28T11:37:00.001-07:00

The picture of Collin's hair wet is right before his first haircut! Other photos are with our freind Julie with Sam, playing in the pool with his cousins and playing with his cousin Aleena.

Collin's Summer of Fun

2008-07-28T11:34:00.000-07:00

Catching Up

2008-07-28T11:30:00.000-07:00

Well this summer has been quite busy! Sam, Collin and Karole were all out and about during maternity leave. We were either on a walk or at the park everyday. Though not well documented via photos we enjoyed the time none the less!

For the final 3 weeks of leave Hansie and Kelly came over on Mondays and Tuesdays to help out. Not only did they play with Collin and tend to Sammy, they did chores like the dishes and mowing the lawn. It was a great gift and we had a blast.

Here are so more photos.

Holiday Pictures and Activities

2008-07-07T18:37:00.000-07:00

We had a great relaxing family weekend here in the Cites for 4th of July. Friday we went for a walk around the lake and to a friends for swimming and a BBQ, Saturday we went for a walk to Lynnhurst Park where we played and went swimming. On Sunday we mostly got prepared for the week and kicked back in the yard but had a quick visit at our friend Troy's where Collin helped Troy water the lawn...

Here are some photos:

Pictures!

2008-06-27T17:44:00.000-07:00

Well all here are some pictures of Collin By himself and with Sammy. I'm sure that I'll be using some of the same photos on Sammys blog as well so please forgive me.

In Poppas shoes.

Peeking in on Sam.

Holding Sam with Momma

Videos

2008-04-16T18:46:00.000-07:00

You can see videos of Colin on youtube.com Search Anstedt - here are some of the latest

Black Socks are the new thing

2008-04-16T18:36:00.000-07:00

Nuff said -

I'm Helping Again

2008-04-16T18:20:00.000-07:00

Another day when I ws cleaning Collin played peacefully in his room. Originally when I walked in he was sitting in his chair just looking outside. I mopped the floor and when I came back, Caollie had pulled down his curtains. Fortunately it is a feat he has not yet repeated

Ummmm Monster cookie

2008-04-16T17:45:00.001-07:00

Our friend Joi who lives in Chicago stayed with us a few weeks ago duringa trip to Minneapolis. She, like ALL of our freinds and family spoils Collin- she ran to the store to satisfy her sweet tooth- she returned with an Elmo cookie. ALL FROSTING little cookie. Collin Loved it!

Is it bathtime again?

2008-04-16T17:28:00.000-07:00

One Saturday Collin and I were home getting things done. Cleaning the house (he is a great helper making the bed and dusting), lpaying and eating. After we were all done I gave him a bath and got him dressed for some company coming over. I prepared a bath for myself after, with lovely lavendar epsom salt. As I got everything ready Collin was leaning over the tub and putting in his toys. His favorite game in the tub is pouring water from one cup to another. Bill was on his way home, so I figured we were fine I could start my bath gate off the dangerous parts of the house give him some toys to play with and we would be cool, then my phone rang. I was on the phone I was watchin Collin, I walked 2 step to put my phone in my room so it didn't end up in the tub. Within literally 4 steps I lost Collin. I said Collin where did you go? I knew he couldn't have goninto the Kitchen the gate was up, another gate into the living room. I walked more into the bathrrom looked past the shower curtain, he climbed onto his potty and into the tub. Fully clothed....

2008-04-16T17:21:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago we went to dinner at our freind Julie's house. Her son Adam is currently going to culinary school He prepared a DELICOUS dinner for all of us. The apprtisers had shrimp with alovely spread, dinner was the best rice I have ever had and chicken with green beans. Simple elegant and beautifully plated.

Shadee was there as well as Julie's daughter Maggie. It was a lovely evening. After dinner we enjoyed great conversation and Collin kept everyone bust chasing him as he discovered Julie's house.

What's Going On with Collin

2008-04-16T17:07:00.000-07:00

We are all so very happy that spring is here. We have a little less than 7 weeks until the arrival of the new baby, who we have nicknamed Pip.

Last Sunday was a beautiful clear day, a little chilly but we braved the park anyway. Now that Collin is up and walking he is ready to run around and discover. Last year he wasn't fond of the sand, Sunday he couldn't get enough. Last year the swing was his favorite, now its the slide. He loves the twisty slides.

We took it easy and there aren't any picture from the experiece, but we will take some this coming weekend.

Collin has his first pair of rainboots and he loves them!

We have some new pictuers and a little movie of his first steps back in February the begining of March.

Much Love
Karole, Bill and Collin

Sledding Video

2008-03-10T17:57:00.000-07:00

During our trip to Elkhorn Bill enjoyed sledding, unfortunately, Collin did not. He cried the whole way down the hill.

Holiday Pictures

2008-03-10T17:40:00.001-07:00

Christmas was a whirl wind. Christmas morning we woke up and went to the Gaga's to have Christmas with the Kelly clan. After a little breakfast, Collin got dressed and we headed to Elkorn to have Christmas dinner the the Anstedt's.

During our week long stay, we saw uncle Danny and Aunt Mary, neighbors Terry, Richard and Christopher and we were able to spend some time playing in the snow.

A couple more from his birthday

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Collin with Poppa.

With Memaw and Buppa

Party Fun 2nd birthday

2008-03-10T17:25:00.001-07:00

On his actual birthday (Wednesday December 5th) Collin's day care provider "Grandma Sue" made him a little crown and he had a little celebration with his day care friends. He wore the crown at home and he had a little cupcake with Poppa and Mama.

More Birthday pics

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Collin received great gifts of course his favorite was the tissue paper!

FIlling in the Gaps- Birthday "I'm 2"

2008-03-10T17:10:00.001-07:00

In the beginning of December we all celebrated Collin's 2nd Birthday. Collin's Memaw and Buppa came up from Elkhorn. We had a small dinner with family including my sisters families, and Collin's cousins April, Kelly, Hansie and Luke.

He had a great time and of course loved the cake.

Filling in the gaps - Big Boy Bed

2008-03-10T16:52:00.000-07:00

Last week Bill did a great job of getting everyone up to speed on recent event. We have a couple of more pictures to post from recent events.

In November and December Collin decided that he no longer wanted to sleep in his crib. Originally we had hoped we could keep him in there until the new baby outgrew the bassinet. The original plan was to stay in our master bedroom through the summer and then turn our room into the bedroom for both boys, baby to be moving into the crib and Collin into a big boy bed. After 2 months of Collin sleeping with us in our bed we realized he was D-O-N-E with the crib and we broke down and bought a bed for him in early January. HE LOVES it we have a great routine and if he is tired in the afternoon on the weekend, he says "nah-nigh" and crawls in.

He's the best baby ever.

Here are some shots of him in the new bed. Of course Poppa insisted he get the tent like canopy for the bed!

News

2008-03-06T17:55:00.000-08:00

It's March and we are doing well. Some of you may not know but Collin had a couple of surgeries at the end of February. He had a Bi-lateral Stribismus repair to help correct his eye crossing. He also had tubes placed in his ears and his Adenoid removed.

He was a champ both times. The tube/adenoid surgery recovery was a bit harder on him but by the second day of recovery he was happy and playing like nothing had happened.

He is now walking so much more and he is talking a lot more as well. we are so proud of him.

One of his new things is to say Hi baby to his little brother growing in his mommas tummy. He also says this to his in home Nanny Mrs. Pearl.

We also went to the Minnesota children's museum with our friends the Cravers, fun was had by all. They had a Sesame Street exhibit and an exercise exhibit that were new for this year.

Collin is wanting me to finish up and play so I will close for now.

Poppa

Some more pictures

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After breakfast nap!
Dinner at Sperinos.
I'm gonna steal this cheese.
I like the big orange moose

More pictures, yay!

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I'm ready to go to work with you Poppa. I had to take this 3 times, Collin keep pulling the hair net off. (Would'nt you?)

He looks kind of like a young Glen Danzig here..
What the duce? He just started to crawl around after i straped him in his bosster chair..

More Halloween pictures

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Another with Momma.
Yar, I'll be steali'n this here candy!

As you can see this years halloween theme was pirates. Fo us that is.

Finaly, Pictures. Starting with Halloween

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With Cousin April.
With Cousin Kelly
With Momma

Pictures?

2008-01-22T12:16:00.000-08:00

We have been getting many requests for new pictures. we have many that need to be put up. We'll get to it one of these days.

Collin Has been sleeping in a toddler bed for almost a month now, after spending almost 2 sleeping with momma and poppa. He has been taking several steps on his own and motoring arond whith his many push toys.

Christmass was fun he FINNALY got to meet his auntie Julie and after seeing her for 10 seconds wanted to be held by her. He had lots of fun with uncle Neil, Memaw and Buppa.

On the way home we stopped in WI Rapids for a quick visit with Auntie Mike and Uncle Herb, we also got see Cousin Lynn.

Again we will get to posting pictures soon I prommis.

Poppa

Big News!

2008-01-21T10:27:00.000-08:00

Collin is going to be a big brother. He is very excited, ok Momma and Poppa are excited. His little brother will arive end of May begining of June.

Pictures!!!! PT1

2007-12-09T15:18:00.000-08:00

Here are some pictures from family photo day.

Sunday Afternoon

2007-09-21T19:20:00.000-07:00

Sunday Collin and I took a nice drive to Lindstrom to visit my friend Debbie (Grandma Debbie). Collin is very lucky to have such a great extended family. Debbie has adopted Collin as her Grandson. We played at her house and then went to lunch. The pictuers of Grandma and Collie.

Collin Goes Poop on the potty!

2007-09-21T19:12:00.000-07:00

Last week we bought Collin a potty. He has been doing a great job in the morning and before bed. He has a nice little routine. He sits on the potty and reads his book. On Wednesday we got him off the potty and he pooped! We are VERY proud!

2007-08-31T17:38:00.000-07:00

The first picture is of Collin eating yogurt. He has been feeding himself more and more. We figured if we keep trying to control the mess by having us feed him, he'll never how to use a spoon or a fork!

The second and third and fourth pictures are from Collin's last week at swim class. The final class was about life jackets.

The 5th picture was taken at the Local bar in Minneapolis. Our friend Toni was in town from New York, COllin went exploring and found the pool tables.

New pictures

2007-08-31T17:10:00.000-07:00

It's labor day weekend and we all know what that mean, the end of the summer. The pools are closing and the sun is coming up later and going down earlier.

We have had many adventures. Collin has spent a lot of time swimming. He took his first swim class.

Collin has learned to sing "Ring Around The Rosie" He loves saying "UP, DOWN!" Collin lets us know when he's "all done" with dinner. He is taking steps when we hold his hands. Collin is also adept at climbing stairs. Many afternoons when we come home Miss Pearl, Collins baby sitter reports on all the mischeif he was in during the day.
During nap time if Collin is not yet ready to go in his crib, he illustrates his disatisfaction by throwing all his blankets, stuffed animals and milk cup out. He loves stacking blocks and then knocking them down. He is getting more teeth, which is keeping him and us up some nights.

Collin remains one of the happiest babies we know. He makes freinds wherever he goes. The past few times we have gone out to dinner with freinds, we are always so proud as stranges stop by the table to comment on how wel behaved he is. At this age we know for certain it's not our parenting but Collin's fantastic happy go lucky disposition.

We are posting new pitcures. We will use the picture comments to detail what Collin has been up to.

Wiscon is fun for all

2007-07-05T19:22:00.000-07:00

Poll time is all done for Papa and Collin.

Collin with Cousin Lynn at Jolene and Brad's baby shower at Jammers

You wanted pictures, you GOT PICTURES BABY!

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Collin at the hotel poll with Papa.

Digital Camera Fun never ends!

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Collin with Great Great Aunt Mike at Aleena's graduation Party.

Here you can see what a fantastic cat that Artie is. Sitting Calmly as Collin prepares to yank his furr.

Collin with Memaw and her new cute haircut.

ook at all the great books from Auntie Veronica. I'll be able to read before ANY of my friends!!!!Collin says

More Pictures

2007-07-05T18:14:00.000-07:00

More Wisconsin and Holiday FUN!

Here is one with Collin and his Aunt Mary (the picture on the bottom.) THe picture on the swing is our friend Ashley with her son Isaiah. Collin on the swings, everyone playing in the pool at Bryant Park.

Recent Pictures

2007-07-05T18:02:00.001-07:00

Here are pictures of Collin with His Great Great AUnt Veronica, "Great Grandma Olson" an old family friend, Bupa and at home in his pirate bandana eating breakfast with his daycare lady Miss Vicky.

An eventful week

2007-07-05T17:25:00.000-07:00

The past week has been very eventful in the Anstedt household!

The biggest news would be that Collin has become quite adept at climbing the stairs. Oh course the stairs have a gate. Previously we could close the gate without applying the tension lock. Not anymore, our smart little boy was able to figure out how to pull the gate open and make his escape from the basement!!!

The weekend before the July 4th Holiday afforded us the pleasure of seeing the Shultz/Shrank/Zynda/Yeskie clans in Rapids. We celebrated Cousin Aleena's graduation as well as the pending arrival of Cousin Brad's and his girlfriend Jolene's son Reiley. (Yup these parents are on the ball - they already have a name picked out.) Everyone had a great time. We were fortunate enough to see Aunt Veronica's new house. Her cat Artie was gracious enough to let Collin pull on his fur without one single complaint! (What a good kitty) Collin was able to enjoy a moring swim with Papa at the hotel while Grandma and Grandpa took pictures.

On July 4th Collin played with his friend Isaiah. We met Isaiah and his parents Ashley and Michael for a nice long brunch at one of our favorite restaurants "The Bad Waitress." Then we all went to the wading pool. Collin really likes to hold onto his inner tube and "swim" from Papa to Mama!

Collin is having a great summer. He loves to play outside and go on the swings at the park. He has also benn to the pool with his friend Maisie.

We have lots of pictures to post.

We'll keep you updated on what's going on when Collin gives us a moment to write.`wqa22323 (That was a little note from the Collin man himself, he loves technology!!! Computers and phones are his favorite3232...23 see what i mean)

Hope all is well with everyone!
Love Karole Bill and Collin.

Pictures

2007-06-01T15:37:00.000-07:00

At the Zoo

Yarr

I'm a pirate with Poppa

On Mommas shoulders @ the zoo.

I'm standing!

Crawling Collin

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Video Collin in a box

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Wow another post!

2007-05-16T06:33:00.000-07:00

So, I just love this boy. He is always so happy. Heck even when he is upset it's just not that bad. His occasional tantrums are kind of comical. Though he dose throw himself back or kick his legs. But these are few and far.

Collin is useing sign language, he can sign, more, please and all done. we are still working on momma and poppa.

He is getting around even more now, he is trying to crawl on all fours. He is pulling himself up on anything he can find. He also likes to try and re-arrange the living room furniture.

(By Poppa)

Mothersday "07"

2007-05-16T06:27:00.000-07:00

With Memaw, Grandma Debbie, and Momma.

3 Generations Memaw, Poppa and Collin.

Buppa, Memaw, Poppa and Collie.

What! Another sleeping pIcture.

2007-05-16T06:25:00.000-07:00

just a funny pic of him sleeping. so how many sleeping pictures do we have anyway, Momma?

older pic.

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I just love this picture of us, it's older but still.

I'm racing today!

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This outfit was sent to Collin from his Buppa. His Buppa is a big Matt Kenseth fan.

Am i raceing today?

I'm ready!

more pictures

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I love toast!

See I told you, I love toast.

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Out Cold.

Colli toes.

Cheesey face boy!

The cheese face clown says "Obey!

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The king on his throne.

Collin with momma in the big March snow.

Collin with Pappa in the snow.

2007-04-24T17:47:00.000-07:00

It's been awhile since we've updated you on the amazing Collin and were sorry. Collin is now GI Joe crawling EVERYWHERE he'll be one place one second and somewhere else the next. walking will be "FUN"! He is now 3' 6" tall and weights 22 pounds! he is signing the words - more, All done, and sometimes - please.

Fun in the Snow

2007-01-19T16:19:00.000-08:00

On New Years Eve it snowed. This is really Collin's first experience with snow since last winter he waas just a few weeks old.....We spent New Year's Day playing for a little while but it was VERY cold!

He had mixed feelings. Of Course he had a blast with Papa throwing him in the air.

Anstedt Christmas Morning

2007-01-19T16:09:00.000-08:00

After the festivities at my sisters house we came home to see what Santa left with Grandpa Al and Grandma Faythe. It was a very nice quite relaxed Christmas. We are so very lucky to have been able to share it with everyone.

After the festivities at my sisters house we came home to see what Santa left with Grandpa Al and Grandma Faythe. It was a very nice quite relaxed Christmas. We are so very lucky to have been able to share it with everyone.

Christmas Morning

2007-01-19T16:01:00.000-08:00

Unfortunately though he looks oh so cute, Collin was kind of sick during the Christmas. He did so well on Christmas morning, he was very snuggly with his aunt Coco and cousins.

Unfortunately though he looks oh so cute, Collin was kind of sick during the Christmas. He did so well on Christmas morning, he was very snuggly with his aunt Coco and cousins.

Christmas Eve

2007-01-19T15:52:00.000-08:00

On Christmas Eve we had a quite dinner. LAter in the evening Pop, Freddie and April came over for dessert. We were able to get some reall nice pictures of Collin and Grandpere.

Happy New Year

2007-01-19T15:44:00.000-08:00

Happy 2007 everyone. We hope that all of our friends and family had a wonderful holiday Season. We have been very busy, and blessed with an eventful holiday season and New Year.

It is hard to believe that Collin is already 13 and a half months old. He is becoming so independant and learning quickly how to communicate. Children really do train thier parents! Though he is still babbling with baby talk and nosensical sounds he is very clear about his likes and dislikes! Not to mention when he wants something!

For example. When Collin would like some more milk and his bottle is empty, he will try and take a drink - he will look at one of us and present the bottle. This means, hey you Mama (or Papa) more milk please. We were told by his prediatrician to cut back on juice but water is ok. After having juce and we try to give him water he makes it clear that this is unacceptable by pitching the bottle and giving an incredulous look.

Its all so much fun. We are having a great time. Now that we have more snow we are hoping to take him sledding soon, maybe even with his cousins. In the meantime please enjoy some photos from the holidays and the past few weeks.

Fun Fun Fun _ Til I Take a Nap

2006-12-10T19:24:00.000-08:00

The Festivities Never End

2006-12-10T19:15:00.000-08:00

2006-12-10T19:06:00.000-08:00

Tons of Fun

2006-12-10T18:45:00.000-08:00

And Some More

2006-12-10T18:34:00.000-08:00

More Birthday Photos

2006-12-10T18:22:00.000-08:00

Birthday Boy Pictures

2006-12-10T17:59:00.000-08:00

More Pictures

2006-12-06T10:01:00.000-08:00

Images of the Boy!

2006-12-06T09:33:00.000-08:00

What's Up

2006-11-21T10:29:00.000-08:00

So Collin will be 1 soon. He's got a lot going on. We loaded a new snoring video on youtube.com. Search for Anstedt. We have new pictures to load in the next few days.

Collin is getting more teeth. When they pop out we will be sure to post them. We are getting ready for his first birthday party. We are very excited. So is Collin he cal CLAP! Of course whenever we try to get video of him clapping he stops!!!!

More soon.

2006-11-12T11:45:00.000-08:00

New pictures of Collin. Standing by his Jungle Growth Chart. (He's about 26 inches tall!) Eating and sleeping in his higghchair.

We have such a good time with him!