Learning the Hard Way

Learning the Hard Wayhttp://zachary.tangplace.com/index.htmlIt's not easy growing up as #2: A Photo BlogenTangplace© 2007 Tangplace.com2008-08-05T00:32:22-07:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:41:27 -0700His First Bday partyTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-08-05T00:32:22-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-65http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-65 bdaycake

We ordered this cake from Phoenix. It was filled with bananas and strawberries.

Zachary ate his first piece of cake on his first bday.]]>He loves to be wornTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-07-17T07:38:10-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-64http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-64 zachary62

Zachary often goes on a morning walk with Dad to take our dog Chang out for a walk.
Mom trying out the Tibetian tie Rucksack carry with way too much wrap material.]]>First Beach & Tidepools Encounter in MayTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-07-17T00:08:07-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-63http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-63 beach1

Check out his cool rash guard.

He loved splashing and kicking the tide pool waters at Leo Carillo Beach.
]]>A Great Helper...TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-06-29T22:39:54-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-62http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-62 helping3

A great helper in the kitchen... Zachary loves to "sort" things for you.

He'll even take the dry laundry out for you...]]>Pushing this...TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-06-27T14:12:45-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-61http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-61 zachary56

He loves to push this walker toy.

Zachary loves being pushed on the swings....by jie jie, of course.
]]>Pushing This, Pushing ThatTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-05-23T00:39:38-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-60http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-60

Loves to push things that have wheels or things that don't (as long as they slide).]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-28T22:33:17-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-56http://zachary.tangplace.com/index.html#unique-entry-id-56 zachary54

Enjoying the view being now able to stand up on two legs like the rest of the homo sapiens]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-23T22:33:17-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-57http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-57 zachary53

Eat fistfuls of grown-up food.]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-22T22:33:18-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-58http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-58 zachary52

Giving Hi-Fives to all the cool people]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-21T22:33:18-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-59http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-59 zachary51

Joining big sister at music classes]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-20T22:17:57-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-49http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-49 zachary50

Sucking up all Cheerio-like substances]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-19T22:17:57-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-50http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-50 zachary49

Getting a new perspective on life at the Chinese New Year Parade]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-18T22:17:57-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-51http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-51 zachary48

Number One will perform the vocal part]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-17T22:17:58-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-52http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-52

Preparing for his first recital at the Disney Concert Hall]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-16T22:17:12-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-48http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-48 zachary46

Starring in the local 2 feet and under basketball team]]>What's Number Two Up To These Days?TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-15T22:13:07-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-47http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-47 zachary45

Sleep thru the night ... mostly]]>What's Number Two Up To These DaysTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-04-14T21:34:06-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-46http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/apr-2008#unique-entry-id-46 zachary44

Sitting up since January.]]>Loh Mah.TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-02-11T10:27:08-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/feb-2008#unique-entry-id-45http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/feb-2008#unique-entry-id-45

Loh Mah is Number two's great grandmother. She's funny.]]>Santa Came Paid a VisitTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-17T00:13:24-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-40http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-40 zachary42

Big sister asked for a Santa hat in her letter and that's what Number Two got. Apparently, Santa is quite a narcissist. He gave Number Two a Santa hat that says 'I love Santa.']]>Spittin' ImageTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-15T00:13:24-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-41http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-41 zachary41

of Dad when he was a babe.
]]>Sibling BenefitsTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-13T00:13:24-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-42http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-42 zachary40

One of the benefits of having a big sister. You could play with her Xmas toys, too.]]>Welcome Number TwoTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-10T00:13:25-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-43http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-43 zachary39

If you give number two a party, he'll want to be held all day long.]]>Santa ClausTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-09T00:13:59-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-44http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-44 zachary38

One of many firsts, the first encounter with Santa Claus
]]>MooTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-08T00:14:33-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-35http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-35 zachary37

Number two is in a big kid car seat now.]]>Not So BadTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-07T00:14:33-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-36http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-36 zachary36

being number two after all.]]>FarewellTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-06T00:14:34-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-37http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-37 zachary35

...missing you every Sunday.]]>Wait is OverTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2008-01-04T00:14:34-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-38http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/jan-2008#unique-entry-id-38 zachary34

First taste of solid food. Not as good as expected.]]>The Weather Outside is FrightfulTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-12-22T00:49:12-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-33http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-33 zachary33

And my feet have funny things on them.]]>Poh PohTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-12-12T00:47:14-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-32http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-32 zachary32

Number 2 enjoying a visit with Poh Poh.]]>Xmas StockingTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-12-09T00:47:14-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-31http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-31 zachary31

This being his first Christmas, Mom sewed a stocking so Santa would have a place to put number 2's presents.]]>Fraternal LoveTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-12-07T00:47:13-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-30http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-30 zachary30

Part 3]]>Fraternal LoveTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-12-06T00:47:12-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-29http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-29 zachary29

Part 2]]>Fraternal LoveTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-12-05T23:47:12-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-28http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/dec-2007#unique-entry-id-28 zachary28

Part 1]]>BaptismTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-25T23:57:58-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-27http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-27 zachary27

Baptized November 18, 2007.]]>Growing FeetTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-22T08:00:27-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-26http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-26 zachary24

Someday they will be bigger.]]>Galloping HorsesTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-18T08:00:26-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-25http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-25 zachary25

On top of Mom's tummy.]]>Can't WaitTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-16T08:00:26-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-24http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-24 zachary26

So ready to eat real food.]]>Traditional Photo with ChangTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-15T08:00:25-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-22http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-22 zachary22

Unlike with number one, Chang is not afraid and comes over to lick number two frequently.]]>Oh so closeTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-07T21:55:54-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-21http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-21 zachary21

Can't seem to turn around. Arm still getting in the way.]]>ArggghhhhTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-06T21:55:54-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-20http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-20 zachary20

and a little giggle giggle.]]>Tickle TickleTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-11-04T21:55:53-08:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-19http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/nov-2007#unique-entry-id-19 zachary19

Number two has found number one's weakness.]]>Backyard FunTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-31T08:19:00-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-18http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-18 zachary18

Not as fun as it is for number one, but number two still enjoys spending time in the backyard.]]>Boo!TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-29T08:19:00-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-17http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-17 zachary17

Mom tries to scare number two to no affect.]]>Visiting Gong GongTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-28T20:17:07-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-16http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-16 zachary16

Number two visits the grave site for the first time.]]>Spiffy DudsTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-26T20:17:07-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-15http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-15 zachary15

Already very label conscious.]]>Me and MomTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-25T20:17:07-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-14http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-14 zachary14

Bath time is explosive. It can be full of giggling or crying.]]>Lombardi RanchTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-24T08:17:06-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-13http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-13 zachary13

Number two barely woke up for the train ride on our trip to find the perfect pumpkin.]]>You look like your....TangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-23T20:17:05-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-12http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-12 zachary12

The jury is still out on who number two looks like.]]>This is a DuckTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-21T20:17:02-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-11http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-11 zachary11

Number one is already establishing her supposedly higher IQ]]>Growing Up So FastTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-07T16:29:21-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-10http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-10

Number two rolled over last week. Dad thinks he really fell over.]]>Ready for BedTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-03T12:31:57-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-9http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-9 zach10

Notice the pain on Dad's face? Number two's got a machine-like grip.]]>Bath TimeTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-02T12:29:39-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-8http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-8 zach09

Future number two: Thanks for covering up my privates, Dad.]]>The Easy LifeTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-10-01T12:26:14-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-7http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/oct-2007#unique-entry-id-7 zach08

Getting carried around all day. Mom and Dad are ready for number two to take his first steps.]]>The Human SpongeTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-30T12:24:30-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-6http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-6 zach07

Soaking up everything Big Sis does.]]>Baby's Best FriendTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-28T12:23:22-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-5http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-5 zach06

Chang's not afraid of number two...yet.]]>Reading LessonsTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-27T12:21:13-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-4http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-4 zach05

Not quite sure if that's really what the story is about.]]>Laundry DayTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-26T01:42:20-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-3http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-3 zach04

Saving time for Mommy. Washing laundry and the baby.]]>LarissaTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-25T01:39:10-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-2http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-2 zach03

Larissa is Nadine's doll. She's always naked. Not naked. Wearing a new ducky sleeper.]]>Tummy TimeTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-24T01:36:21-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-1http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-1 zach02

Number two trying to show how tummy time can be enjoyable and fun.]]>Living DangerouslyTangplaceLearning the Hard Way2007-09-23T01:28:49-07:00http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-0http://zachary.tangplace.com/files/sep-2007#unique-entry-id-0 zach01

Enjoying dinner with the family on top of the dining table.]]>