Today I swam...

I loved it!!! Mom didn't add much water to the pool ...she didn't want me to drown, she gets too nervous. She used to lifeguard........but I am just extra special I guess :) I hope everyone had a nice weekend the weather here was gorgeous.

Links to home video!!! A MUST see!

Trying to Walk! Check out my video:
http://www.onetruemedia.com/shared?p=2b83ef3cd1ab7e7d484e3f&skin_id=0&utm_source=otm&utm_medium=text_url


Having a blast in the kitchen!
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Happy Mothers Day!!!

Chillin in my new chair :)

Mom is helping me out here..but I am having fun!

Two of a kind right here.........

Just rollin' around in the grass!

This was at the lake today. What a gorgeous day!

Happy Mothers Day to everyone! Today, we went to the lake and had some nice relaxing family time by the water. Landon really enjoyed it! He is starting to have more and more "tricks" that constantly amaze Eric and I. One day, he sits pretty still and the next, he's off walking on his own with the walker! I have some video of it, I hope I can find a way to get it on here. He's also very mobile...and into everything! Eric and I are getting our exercise, that's for sure. I am off to Baltimore, MD for work on Tuesday so it's going to be some Russell male bonding time here....they will be fine and have fun together as always. I will miss Landon (and Eric too, I suppose) like the dickens. Hope everyone is doing great and tune in to the site again soon as I hope to have some recent videos up and running!!!

T-R-O-U-B-L-E!!!

WOW, I am just learning so much each day! Two days ago, I had no idea what stairs were and now it's the most fascinating thing in the house! My toys are no longer of interest. I mainly enjoy doors, drawers, handles and stairs! I'm sure my first tumble is right around the corner.

I am SO worn out!

Mom took me on a walk, and this is how I ended up. Aren't I cute (especially when I am sleeping)?

Happy Easter 2007!!!!!

Can you believe it? The Easter Bunny TWICE to see me! We had breakfast at home and then after my nap headed to Grandpa and Grandma Hill's house for lunch. We had a nice time and lunch was really good! As you can see from the pictures, getting group shots did NOT come easy, but it was worth trying. I hope you all had a great Easter!!! Love to you all.

Some Recent Pictures...

The Day of my Ear Surgery

On March 9th, Landon had tubes put in both ears. It's been a blessing so far and it's amazing how he seems as though he's feeling better and hearing better already. He constantly faught ear infections and medication wouldn't even touch the infection so we were advised to go with the tubes. Everything went smoothly and Landon was a little out of sorts that day, but came through with flying colors. After we got home from the hospital, the door bell rang and there stood a man with a balloon and the cutest stuffed frog I had ever seen. As you can tell from the pictures, it was a hit with Landon and made him smile! Thanks to Brenda and Charli (our dear friends in Columbus, NE) for sending this to him.

I love this.

A baby asked God, "They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?" God said, "Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you."

The child further inquired, "But tell me, here in heaven I don't have to do anything but sing and smile to be happy." God said, "Your angel will sing for you and will also smile for you. And you will feel your angel's love and be very happy."

Again the child asked, "And how am I going to be able to understand when people talk to Me if I don't know the language?" God said, "Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet words you will ever hear, and with much patience and care, your angel will teach you to understand."

"And what am I going to do when I want to talk to you?" God said, "Your angel will place your hands together and will teach you how to pray."

"Who will protect me?" God said, "Your angel will defend you even if it means risking its life." At that moment there was much peace in Heaven, but voices from Earth could be heard and the child hurriedly asked,

"God, if I am To leave now, please tell me my angel's name." God said, "You will simply call her, "Mom."

This shirt says it all (or so Daddy says).....

GO BEARS!!!!!!!!!!

Rub a dub DUB!!!!!!! I am in the tub!

As you can see, I love my bath time! I can barely wait to get in and start splashing around!! Mom loves the way I smell after a bath (even though it doesn't stick around long). Dad and I play a lot with these cool bath toys I have too-and I love splashing Daddy!!!!

Where did my pants go?

As you can see, I am missing my pants in this picture but had them on in the other one. Well, Dad attempted to change my diaper and I have became quite the escape artist! I can get away!!
It's my new game....to escape when they try and change me. I just laugh at them :) I have nice thighs though!!!!

Snow Bunny! The Ice and Snow storm-Feb 2007

A few more pictures of me!

Hi Everyone!

Just a few pictures of me to share. This is me in my highchair eating lunch yesterday-I am such a big boy! The other picture Mom took of me in the car...you can see me in my mirror!! We were on our way to Grandma and Grandpa Hill's house to help move my Great Grandma Sheely out of her apartment and into her new condo. This picture is only moments before Mom put us into the ditch! The roads were bad, and Mom wasn't paying attention. Ugh. Hope everyone is doing well!!!! When is Spring coming? I am ready for rides in my wagon that Santa brought me.

On my way to daycare!

This is me. Landon T Russell all ready to go in the morning. Mom and Dad drop me off at daycare and make me wear these silly hats. Hey, at least my pants are cool!!

Thanks Brenda!!!!

Here's my new shirt! Brenda and Charli from Nebraska sent me this--I look so handsome in it too!! Thank you so much Charli!!!! I know someday when we're older, you'll probably be my girlfriend....hehe :)

It's been a while!

WOW, things have been busy! Sorry I haven't posted any recent pics....As you can see, I've been working on my standing ability. You can also tell from the picture that Mom forgot to put my bib on and I was quite "soaked" from my drool. I drool a lot, but STILL no teeth! I'll keep working on them though. For those of you that know, I am still fighting ear infection after ear infection. I'll be seeing an ENT Dr. here in a few weeks to get a good look at them. I'll keep you posted. Hope to see you all soon and if you come visit, please bring some warm weather with you!

6 Month Pictures

Here's a few of my 6 month pictures!!!!

Why am I so cute???

Does ANYONE know how I got so cute??????

Christmas in Illinois

Hi everyone,
Well last weekend we went to Illinois to spend time with Grandpa Hill's side of the family for Christmas. We met up with lots of Cousins, Aunts and Uncles at a hotel for food, conversation, drinks and FUN! I got some cool new toys and some new clothes (which I needed). On Sunday we went to the cemetary before heading back to Iowa. That sure meant a lot to my Mom to stop out there. I attached a few pictures to share. We had a great time and can't wait to see them all again very soon!