Summer of Swimming, Splashing and all things Norwegian!

Ian has been busy the last few weeks.
We had a week of swimming lessons two weeks ago. Ian was the youngest baby in the class, but he handled the water better than most of his peers. He didn't like getting in the water at first -- it did seem cold on a few of the days, but once he was wet, he just relaxed and smiled. In most of the photos, he has his serious face -- Ian now has two faces: 1. Serious and 2. Smiles.
He didn't smile or talk the first lesson, just took it all in. By the end of the week, he was smiling and splashing the water. We even put him completely under water twice. He was a little shocked but not scared at all. Kurt and I hope this comfort with the water sticks with him as he grows.


Every baby has an embarrassing bath photo. Ian, this may come back and haunt you at your high school graduation, but it's a rite of passage. Besides, you're so cute, your Momma couldn't resist!


This past weekend, Kurt, Ian and I experienced NordicFest in Decorah. Since Ian has Norwegian blood running through his veins, I thought he should be dressed for the occasion....
The weather was wonderful, so Ian was able to wear his long sleeve outfit most of the day. We had quite a few comments on how cute he was!


Ian's new favorite hobbies include pulling all the books off the bookshelf (including the heavy textbooks!), crawling under the table and hiding (and then laughing when we "find" him). And as always, playing with Charlie. A few days ago, Charlie was sitting on one of the dining room chairs. Ian crawled over to her, pulled himself up and started to pull at her paws. She batted at Ian with her declawed paws and then Ian would laugh. They did this for about 3-5 minutes. She truly loves Ian and she usually can be found next to Ian. Now that he is crawling, she follows him around and sits next to him. She even sleeps under his crib, if we let her.

Kurt took this photo. I don't know if you can tell, but Charlie and Ian are touching legs as they sleep.
Next weekend we have the Klocek Family Reunion and then the Freeborn County Fair!