Junk in the Trunk

Yesterday we decided it would be fun to take a family trip to the Leesburg Outlets. After a quick bowl of bananas and diaper change we headed out. We arrived at our destination and with one sniff of my tush it was determined I needed another diaper change- STAT. Daddy opened the lift-gate to prepare the changing station and Mommy opened my diaper. Oh boy. There was poo everywhere. Let's just say our first stop was the Carter's Outlet. How embarrassing- me walking around with no pants and Mommy with poop on her jacket. We were a force to be reckoned with.


Ten minutes and ten bucks later I left a new man. No one ever said that sports apparel and camo socks were fashionable but I'm here to make a statement.

Ben Welcomes Joseph Read!

Ben would like to welcome YET ANOTHER BOY to the world!!! Joseph Read was born March 20th weighing 7 lbs and 8 ounces (just like me!) Mom and Dad, Claire and Matt Portolese, are doing great but we're a little worried that Zoe (their pet pug) could be a bit jealous!

Happy Friday!

Love the Football

While I fear the turtle, there is no denying that I love the football.

Fear the Turtle

Ben brings a whole new meaning to the slogan 'Fear the Turtle'.

Happy Easter!

I hope the Easter Bunny was good to you!!

Happy Friday... I mean Happy Birthday to ME!

Today I turn 6 months old. Aren't I a champ?!

Here are my stats from the 6 month check up today...

Weight: 17 lbs 13 oz- 55th%
Height: 29 inches- 97th%
Head: 17 and 1/2 inches - 70%

I'm a beast!! I think I'm ready to play middle linebacker.


Mom got some action shots at today's apt. Here I am waiting for Dr. Lisa to arrive (I'm stretching out my hammies for good measure). Take note of the concerned look on my face. I'm too smart for my own good!

Poor me, here I am getting my 6 month shots. Don't worry, I only screamed for just a flash.

See? Just moments later I am happy as a clam! I'm a big boy now!

Giggle Box

Now that I'm rolling to all ends of the den I'm bound to my Pack-N-Play. That's okay because Mommy ensures I have a great time. Below is a video of some games we play!

Ben Welcomes Preston John!

Ben would like to welcome another boy to his circle! Preston John Schwartz was born on March 15th weighing in at a healthy 8 lbs, 10 oz. Proud parents, April and Dave Schwartz, are doing well!

Happy St. Patty's Day!

Top of the mornin' to ya! All that time spent in the jumper finally paid off! Yippeee!!

Ben Welcomes Greyson Michael!

Ben would like to give a big shout out to Greyson Michael Murphy. Greyson was born March 10th to Dana and Michael Murphy. It is rumored that Greyson looks a lot like big sister Kambrie did when she was a baby.

Happy Birthday Auntie Cori!

Today is Auntie Cori's birthday. We hope you are having a great day and we're thinking of you!!

Happy Friday!

On My Own Two Feet

While I can not sit up on my own just yet, I can stand up on my beefcake legs (we call them my "Pipestems"- don't ask).

Ben Welcomes Dominic Domergue!

Ben would like to welcome his newest Terp buddy!!! Dominic Christopher Domergue was born to Marleah and Chris Domergue on March 7th weighing in at 8 lbs, 7 oz. Ben is looking forward to tailgating with Dominic this fall.

Tasty Cake

What would you do if you had a camera in your face all day- could you blame me?

Happy Birthday Aunt Lindsey!

Today is my Aunt Lindsey's birthday! Hope you are enjoying the weather in Alabama Lindsey- we miss you!!

Happy Friday!

The Exception

There is only one day when this outfit is okay... and that is when Virginia is playing Duke and we're rooting against them.

Or of course when Grandpa is coming for a visit. ;-)

Sorry Grandpa for the loss last night! Better luck next year!

I Can Do That Too!

This video was taken a few weeks ago. I was trying to mimic Mommy (or was she trying to imitate me!?)

Reading Rainbow

One of my favorite things to do is read books with Mommy and Daddy. Although I snatch them away from time to time so I can get a closer look.

"Ooooh. So interesting this book is. Hahaha, these folks kill me with their humor!"


"You caught me red handed."

"I don't understand anything you say but I'll take your word for it!"

I'm a Bad Mamma Jamma

I got myself some new shades... gotta protect my baby blues, you know. Below are some action shots from my weekend. I think I may have more style than Heidi Klum.