DEAR ROMAN

Dear Roman,
You are unbelievably to cool for school.
You now know how to roll your eyes at us with disdain (yay for us) and make us feel ever so dumb.
You are still the picky eater with an enormous appetite.
Your energy outlasts both your papa and I as well as the grandparents.
The bond you have with your uncle Tony is the sweetest thing, especially since you don't get see him often. Plus, you are quite the nose picker (proof with pic above).
You are quite the fighter, and very stubborn. I wonder who you get that from?
Even with the toddler tantrums in full gear; I couldn't ask for a more fun and cuddly little monster.
Most exciting... my baby can talk! You are officially a little communicating human being. I almost can't take it. Hearing your little voice attempt so many new words makes my heart happy.
I couldn't love you more.
                                                         Mama

DEAR ROMAN

Dear Roman,
Ahh you are still teething terribly. Those little suckers are taking their precious time to come out. The drooling is insane (hence the picture). But I must admit you are quit the trooper. You are just becoming so much fun and so much more playful! Every time I open the refrigerator you go, "MMMmmm!!" I'll take that as a compliment. You are getting the idea of brushing your teeth, washing the dishes, and scrubbing yourself in the bath. Papa likes to have you up on the counter with him while washing the dishes. I've stolen this technique and accomplish washing the dishes twice as fast (rather than chasing your speedy self) and you have another excuse to play with water. If I say "Show me your belly," you lift up your shirt and slap that big baby belly that I love so much. Papa is always trying to tame your beastly curls, but you like your hair wild and free, just like your Mama does. Oh and when I put on some fresh new clothes for the day, you run to the nearest mirror and check yourself out. You start to smile and do turns. I don't blame you though, you are such a mini-stud. You keep us exhausted now that you are becoming the wild and curious boy that is destined to explore and leave no stone unturned. But, with that exhaustion comes the endless smiles, laughs, and happy tears you give your Mama and Papa. Love you Puppy!
                                xoxoxo,
                                           Mama

FIRST HAIRCUT

On Mother's Day Roman had his first hair cut. Only a few curls were harmed in the process. That was my main concern. Curls get the girls as Sal loves to say, especially since Papa gets all the credit for our pup's cute locks. He got his first cut from his grandpa (Sal's side). He was a barber back in Italy so it only seems fit to have him do it. Plus, he loves curly hair and I knew he wouldn't take to much off. It was just a couple of snips and he was all done. He looks like such a little boy now. And yes I saved his hair in a ziplock bag, but looking up some cute ways to display the curls.