Fall Snapshots in Big Rapids

Simon loves going on walks around campus.

Simon put on his monkey suit, grabbed his car, and played in this flowerbed for 20 minutes!

Flying Monkey

Simon gets a kick out of playing in the leaves.

The Little Monkey spots an airplane.

This Blue-Eyed Monkey loves his playground!

Monkey Bars...

It's made of cold, rusty steel and the paint is peeling off, but this bouncy toy is still loads of fun.

Simon will always love to swing.

He's not so sure about the merry-go-round.

Stairs, a bridge, and a slide.

Simon loves to take his wagon off-roading!

Who needs playground toys when you have thousands of leaves to play in?

These trees lose their leaves but keep their bright red berries through the winter (except for the ones that Simon gets to, of course).

He has lots of teeth and still enjoys a good ride in the stroller.

Momma and Simon getting ready to dig into some Halloween treats (that's frosting on his lips).

Simon wishes this waffle was real.

This is in the outdoor eating area of Pizzeria Vivo, our favorite restaurant in Big Rapids.

Sandy. Insert one penny and you get a rocking ride to the tune of Bonanza. Simon loves it!

This is the look Simon gives when the horse-ride stops. "Again?"

Simon's First Birthday!

Party with Friends

Monday, March 22, 2010

We held it at the church building, because our apartment is too small for the number of people we wanted to invite, and our community center was booked.

Simon's first birthday cake was carrot with cream cheese frosting.

Party with Family

Date of his birth! Tuesday, March 23, 2010


He was happy to have more cake.

Sharing with Mommy.

Excited about his card.

Putting his teeth to good use.

"Wow! All the way from Washington?!"

Thanks everyone for all the phone calls, cards, e-cards, and gifts!

Simon loved his birthday!