Collier & Kellen's Corner

HULA CHAMPION

Here, you see Collier is shocked and speechless as he is awarded this years prestigious "Best Costume" award at the Schneiter Family Swiss Luau in Sugarcreek, Ohio.  Great Granny came in a close second. 

Collier asked us to include his acceptance speech in this post because he was so overcome with emotion after the award ceremony that he was at a loss for words.  It is as follows...

"I would first like to thank my wonderful parents for their love and support over the past 7 1/2 months.  I would also like to thank the selection committee for their time and consideration, in addition to Target for its exquisite craftsmanship on my incredible costume."   -Collier

Here Collier and Walt are pictured with some of their favorite cousins...from left to right, Martha, Susannah, and Abby.

WHEN INFANTS ATTACK!

Just when you think it's safe to hold a cute and kissable infant like Collier, wham, he's got you!  No cousin, grandparent, aunt, uncle or otherwise will be safe this weekend in Sugarcreek from the deadliest (and sharpest) set of gums East of the Mississippi.  Collier is definitely teething these days because he wants to chew on whatever is within neck or arms reach.  Daddy was the unsuspecting victim earlier this evening of the aforementioned gums.  Let me tell you, they hurt!  Don't say I didn't warn you!  Cuddle with caution!

HOME SWEET HOME

I'm happy to report that we made it home safe and sound tonight after being on the road for 12 hours!!!!  Collier did amazingly well (of course) and only cried about 5 minutes while in the car...I know, I know, he's a GREAT kid...they don't come much easier than this little guy.  We have so many cute pictures from the trip, that I couldn't pick just one...I knew you all wouldn't mind.  So below are several pictures from our last day on the beach.  Enjoy!

Mom's Had It Up to Here!

Don't worry, Collier acquainted himself with the tide patterns before he buried his Mommy up to her neck in sand.  She was never in any real danger other than a little sunburn.  He had a very good time at the beach, and is looking forward to his next trip.  By the way, Collier has officially been to 7 different states now, and Ohio will make it 8 next Friday (Not bad for a 7 month old!).  Sugarcreek here we come! 

CHINA BOUND

Someone loves playing in the sand, digging in the sand, and eating the sand!  We turned around for just a minute today and thought we had lost Collier...we couldn't see him because he had dug himself nearly to Asia.   And although Collier loves the sand so much, it's no fun cleaning the sandy baby once he's done...it's nearly impossible to get all of it off of him.  We find sand in his mouth, stuck to his hands, between his toes, in his belly button and even worse, in his bum!

And to all of Collier's family, friends and fans at home, Collier wrote a special message for you...

FUN IN THE SUN

Collier is having a great time in Hilton Head!  He had a full day...an early morning stroll on the beach...a little pool time, and a nice long nap on the beach!  He was very interested in the sand, so much that he couldn't resist stuffing a fist full of it in his mouth...mmmmm!  He also got his first sunburn....despite Mommy's efforts of applying the 45 SPF sunscreen!  As you can see below, this vacation is doing wonders for his stress levels...he is feeling very relaxed after being here only 24 hours!

Sandy Nephew

Thank you; thank you very much.  It's good to be here.  Uncle Red in the house making his first appearance as guest blogger at the Corner. 

Well, I was witness to CC's first encounter with the sea.  I predict a mouthful of sand before the week is out.  But that's just me.  Collier's mom kept close watch on him for the first trip down to the water, but I think that as Mommy, Gram and Aunt Gigi get distracted working on their tans, Collier just might stuff his face with some of the gritty stuff at the first opportunity.  I'll be sure to let you know when it happens.  Until then, here are a few pics.

For the record, I took the photos, too.  This is almost like work!

HAPPY FACE!

As if you couldn't tell, Collier is very much a happy kid.  However, he was a little upset when we informed him he will be missing out on "Sprinkler Day" at daycare next week.  He was somewhat relieved when we told him he'll get to sport his new swim trunks poolside and on the beach.  Our bubby's Buddha belly will be in full view next week!  Don't worry, we will continue posting, because I am sure Uncle Red will be bringing his laptop.  Later!

7 MONTHS OLD

Happy Birthday to our little bubby...7 months old!!!

Here's two new pictures for ya...enjoy!

4 STATES & 1000 MILES

Talk about a FULL weekend!  Thursday night, we left Louisville and headed for Murray to stay the night with Gram and Granddaddy...on Friday we headed to Memphis to see Aunt Gigi, Uncle Red and Walt.  While Mommy and Daddy headed to Jonesboro, AR for the rehearsal dinner, Collier stayed behind to play with his cousin.  Although he was happy to see Walt, Collier seemed more curious of his Boston Terrier cousin, Evie!

On Saturday, we headed to Jonesboro again, (with Collier this time) to celebrate the wedding of our dear friends Shawn and Lauren Smee!  It was one of the most beautiful weddings we have ever attended...no detail left untouched (of course we wouldn't have expected anything less from our Smee!!!!)  Below is a picture of us with the beautiful bride and groom.  Collier is not pictured because he was in the buffet line getting seconds.