Sammy's place home of the Sammich

Halloween!

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With Collin being Spiderman it only seemed fitting that Sam be the Hulk. Seeing as he moves stuff around and when he gets mad he throws stuff and i'm sure eventually will break stuff to. (i hope not but...) Hulk SMASH!

Punki'n Patch!

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We went to a pumpkin patch about two weeks after the apple orchard and boy was it nice! around 30 degrees warmer! We went with the Norks Dan, Mara and Lilly. Dana had to work. It was nice to see Dan and the girls.

Apple orchard

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We went to Aadamotts apple orchard at the beginning of October and boy was it COLD! We went with our friends the Golden's Jen, Ben and Andreas. We did not pick any apples it was way to cold.

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Even more pictures

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Pictures more pictures

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Pictures lots of pictures

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Here are some pictures form spring and summer.

Wisconsin Rapids

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We went to Wisconsin Rapids for Cousin Brad and Joleens Wedding. Sammy is not the Traveler that his brother is, but that is ok. We had fun seeing Memaw and Buppa even if it was for a short time. Poppa will post some pictures from that trip soon.But here's a teaser. I almost forgot that we went to the Minnesota landscape arboretum before then, and we'll get some pictures of that too.

Pictures!

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Now it's a party!

Cousin Tony is so fun!

Hanging with Uncle Freddie on Memorial day.

The last dip in the frog pool. (It got a flat and poppa couldn't find it. :( )

I, L O V E! the sprinkler.

Baths are fun!

Old pictures. Ok from around xmas so there not that old.

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My first biter biscuit.

Were gonna be messy.

This is the end(almost).

Oh yeah, first foods.

Announcing, pictures!

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We have lot's of pictures that we will be uploading over the next few days. (hopefully.)

Bill

Life as we know is changing FAST!

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The year is already 2 months gone. Spring is around the corner and life with Sam gets more exciting everyday. Within the span of about 12 days Sammy went from puling him self to his knew, to pulling to a stand to scooting around furniture standing up.

Our lives are changing fast. We have rearranged furniture added more child locks. We don't leave the room unless he's secured in his crib, Which Bill refers to as the baby gulog, bumper jumper of his exersaucer. It great to see more of his personality come out everyday.

He absolutely loves looking outside and playing in the snow. During a sled ride last week he keept his tounge out so the snow kicking up could be tasted.

We have a lot of pictures to catch up on! Our friend Dan just Shared a ton of pictures he has taken since Sam was born.

This first batch is from Sam's sled ride

Growing and Growing

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Sam is a SUPEr healthy 7 month old. He weighs 20 pounds and is over 28 inches long. Though very much his own person, Sammy has the same happy disposition of his brother Collin.

He is different because he is always going going going. A couple of months ago, Sam and Collin's babysitter Grandma Sue realized that Sammy LOVES the Johnny Jump up. Previously Sammy would only last bout 20 minutes in his traditional flor activity gym. We have found that Sammy will stay up to 45 minutes without complaint in the Jumper! One afternoon he even feel asleep in it, out cold he would reflexivly kick when it stopped moving.

Sam is sitting up for very long periods of time and scooching forward on the floor. Its just a mtter of time before he starts crawling. We anticipate he will move through crawling to walking smoothly and QUICKLY but of course we'll update you.

Sammy had a WONDERFUL first christmas. It was filled with family, and fun. He was visited by all his granparents which was such a treat. Of course his favoritie part of the gift exchange was all the colorful paper and tissue. He is very fond of some squishy blocks and a wobbly penguin he received.

Just a peanut

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When Faythe and Al were here I uploaded some pictures from the summer from Faythe's camera. You can see how much Sam has changed in only a few months.

Johnny Jump Up

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For your viewing pleaseure

Christmas! MORE

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More of Sam's First Christmas

Christmas!

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Samm's first Christmas was a MAMOUTH sucess. He did so well, no meltdowns, no illness- just tons of smiles for all invloved.

Holiday Open House

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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.

That crazy Sam

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Sam is doing all sorts of things lately. He is babbling and making all kinds of noises. He also likes to roll around and try and scoot about on his belly, I think he will be crawling by Christmas. Also everything and I mean everything goes into his oral data processing device. (His mouth)

Here is a picture I took with my phone. Sam has almost the entire soothie pacifier in his mouth.

Here is another picture of Sam sitting outside.

Halloween

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So for Halloween this year we all went as a Speed Racer character. Karole was Trixie, Collin was Spridel, Sam was The monkey Chim Chim and I Was Speed.

Here is a picture of Sam.

Borthers

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Now that Sam can see father, he can barely take his eyes off Collin. His brother is a never ending source of entertainment to him. He will try to turn himself upside down to keep his eyes on Collin. They make each other laugh and smile. (Even though Collin wanted to put him in a drawer.)

They are going to be the best of friends as they get older.

Fall Days

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Well Halloween is a couple of weeks away and the family is enjoying the changes that Fall always brings. The falling leaves, the cooler weather and warm fuzzy sweaters.

We have been trying to take walks a couple times a week.

Sam is rolling over and more vocal than ever. Sam is also a champ at eating solids. So far he has loved everything! Carrots, Squash, Pears, Peas, Green Beans, Sweet Potatoes. We are very lucky to have another great eater.

We are getting ready for Halloween. Bill will be decorating the hose for the holiday. We will also start to put together our costumes in the next week. We also have plans to go to the Apple Orchard with our friends the Norks next weekend.

The past two weeks have seen our extended family grow. The Cravers welcomed a daughter named Olivia and the Hrobacks just welcomed Zachary. Though Bill go to see the Cravers the lingering cold that the boys and I have, has not allowed us to see the Hrobacks!

More Pictures

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On Friday Collin and Sam went to space150 (Karole's office) There were a ton of puppies for them to play with. They hung out with Dan, Chad and the puppies. The bottom pics are Sam sitting in the yard and chewing the blanket in his swing.

Pictures

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Pictures from top to bottom: Sammy in the Baby Bjorn on one of our Saturday morning walks. Sammy on the couch in the cutest blue warm up suit. Sitting in the leaves in the backyard. With cousins Hansie and Kelly and playing on the playmat with Collin.

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Two pictures of Sam with the lovely Wendy. Two more pictures of Sam playing on the mat.

4 Month Pictures

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We are fortunate that our babysitter also owns a video/photography comapny as well. She took these really cute 4 month pics of Sam. I love to see his chubby legs and belly, don't you?

Catching Up

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Wow family so much has been going on. Sammy is 4 months old. He is rolling over and remains the happiest baby on the planet. (Equaled only by his brother Collin)

Over the weekend, Bill and I changed rooms with the boys. Sammy has moved from the bassinet into his crib. He is sleeping well and we are surprised that when he cries Collin sleeps right through.

Sam, Collin and I went to the Zoo over the weekend with my freind Krista. The cooler weather allowed us to opportuntity to see more animals at play. Sammy laughed at the baby monkeys. ( I think).

With the Cravers

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Last week we had dinner with our friends the Cravers. They are expecting thier second baby (a girl) in a few weeks. More playmates for Sammy and Collin YEA!)

Just some cute pictures of Sam

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Sammy's First day of Daycare

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It's kind of like the first day of school.

In the back yard

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On Saturyday we spread out a blanket busted out some old baby toys and had a blast.

More of Luke's Bday

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Here are a couple of more pics of Sam. The first is with Janette (Luke's Mom) THe ot

her with cousin Hansie

Luke Turns 4

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Cousin Luke turned 4 a couple of weeks ago. Here are some pictures of Sam at the party.

From top to bottom:

Luke snuggling Sammy, with Poppa, dancing with Auntie Coco and playing with April.

The Zoo

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Sammy slept through most of the day at the Zoo. (It was HOT!) But here are some photos of him from that day.

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Pictures from Memaw and Buppa

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As we mentioned on Collin blog, the first week of June we hosted Bills parents. It was a relatively laid back visit. Highlights were a lovely brunch at one of our favorite places Zumbro, followed by an impulse walk to Lake Harriet and the park by the Bandstand.

More Pictures

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These phots are from different stages. Here you see our freinds The Cravers, Stu and Keean at the hospital when Samuel was born as well as different phots of Sam over the past 8 weeks.

Pictures of Sammy July 2008

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Sammy has the chubbiest thighs! Here are some recent photos. We love his sweet smile! I also love the cute orange/yellow giraffe outfit he is wearing from his Memaw!

Trying to catch up

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Sammy is now 8 weeks old. He is getting so big. He had his 2 month check up on Friday. Sam already weighs 12 pounds! He was a champ for his first round of shots.

Sam is definately going to be an early talker. He coos and squeaks all the time. Its so much fun to hear his little gurgling sounds and tiny giggles. You will see he also has a stellar smile.

Today was Sam's first day of daycare at Grandma Sue's. At lunchtime check in he was doing well.

We are going to post mostly pictures. Keeping up with both boys is hard work - so to all the parents out there (especially those stay at home moms) hats off to you.

Visiting Troy

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We stopped by Troys house on Sunday for a brief visit. While Collin helped Troy water Sam snoozed.

Playing by the pool with my brother

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Family dy in Lynnhurst park:

More Holiday Fun

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Chillin With My Gaga Will, Collin with my Gaga

More Holiday Fun

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Getting ready to go for our walk around the lake:

Holiday Weekend Photos

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In the holiday spirit:

Holiday Weekend

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We hope that everyone had a great 4th of July weekend. Our was great! We stayed in town and enjoyed all the beautiful weather and attractions close to home.

On Friday we started the day with a walk around Lake Harriet. We spent the afternoon and early evening with our friends the Robinson's as well as my sisters families and some friends visiting from Austrailia.

Here are some pictures

Settling in.

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It has been three weeks sin Sam was born and we all getting used to our new lives. Collin LOVES Sam very much, he likes to help feed and change Sammy. Sam still likes to be up at night, which is SO much FUN for momma and poppa. Despite the lack of sleep there is nothing that would make us change a thing. We are so lucky to have two very even tempered boys, I have no idea how we would cope other wise. Thats it for now we will try and put up some more pictures of both boys very soon.

Some new Pictures

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Welcome home.

What you talking about Popppa!

Look at my fine coat of hair.

With the wonderful Julie Mueller and the quilt she made me.

Mr. bright eyes.

Introducing

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Introducing Samuel Gergory Anstedt AKA- Sam, Sammy, Sammich, Chicken Sammich.

Just born.
with nuk.
Big Brother Collin has a looksie.
With Momma.

Sammy was born At 11:09 AM on 5.30.08 He weighted 7.66 LBS and was 20.5 inches long.