Sam's Place

Growing Family

2009-03-06T17:28:00.000-08:00

Since our family keeps growing, we have consolidated the blogs into one site. Please click here to check out our new addition, Ben.

1 year pictures

2009-03-05T03:31:00.000-08:00

Sam had his picture taken for his first Birthday. He is still quite the ham with the camera!

At his 12 month well check appointment he weighed 23.8 lbs. and was 33 1/4" long!

Chuck E Cheese's

2009-02-20T05:10:00.000-08:00

Sam had his first Chuck E Cheese experience this week. As you can see from the pictures, he's

a big fan of the mouse!

Children's Museum special Lego exhibit

2009-02-20T05:03:00.001-08:00

We were at the Children's Museum recently for the special Lego exhibit. Sam got to build with Lego's that were sized just for him and beat a drum his size as well.

Happy First Birthday Sam!

2009-02-15T18:33:00.001-08:00

Sam celebrated his first birthday today with lots of family and friends. One year sure has gone by fast! Sam liked his firetruck birthday cake and didn't hesitate digging into it.

It's winter in Indiana!

2009-01-22T19:35:00.000-08:00

Sam has learned to be accepting of his cold weather apparel. We went to a skiing hill in Indiana last weekend and really had to bundle up to stay warm! Sam and Mommy had fun watching Nick and Daddy do some sledding.

Bathtime!

2009-01-22T19:18:00.000-08:00

Sam and Nick take their baths together. They both love bath time and entertain each other very well in the tub! Sam is showing us "how big" his latest trick, after his bath in his clean pajamas!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-08T17:39:00.000-08:00

Sam and his family rang in the New Year with Grandma Jill and Grandpa Dan. Our first adventure out in the New Year included a train trade show. Sam enjoyed watching the trains and dressing up in his new train outfit!

Sam's First Christmas!

2009-01-08T17:32:00.000-08:00

Sam and his family spent his first Christmas Eve with our good friends the Basiles. Tory and Sam are always up to snuggling together for a picture! Sam's favorite gifts from Santa included a swirly stick and a cuddly stuffed bear.

Breakfast with Santa

2008-12-20T12:31:00.000-08:00

Sam had his first encounter with Santa and Mrs. Claus this past week at the zoo Breakfast with Santa. He really liked tugging on Santa's beard! He enjoyed watching the train display too.

Oh Christmas Tree

2008-12-05T19:19:00.001-08:00

Sam is enjoying his first Christmas tree. He's quite fond of the lights and shiny ornaments!

Picture Day!

2008-12-05T19:03:00.000-08:00

Sam seems to be a natural when it comes to taking pictures of him. He loves to smile! Here he is in his first official family photo.

Playtime

2008-11-25T13:42:00.000-08:00

Sam has his

favorite toys to play with. Here he is with the ring stacker!

Children's Museum

2008-11-18T12:01:00.000-08:00

Sam was doing some exploring at a recent trip to the Indianapolis Children's Museum.

Like father, like son

2008-11-18T12:00:00.000-08:00

Sam and Daddy were rooting on the Bears on a recent Sunday.

Big Brother Sam!

2008-11-18T11:51:00.000-08:00

Sam and Nick are happy to share the news that they are soon going to both be big brothers! A new little brother will be joining the Horn family in March!

Sam's First Halloween!

2008-11-01T18:07:00.000-07:00

Sam had a lot of fun on his first Halloween! He accompanied his firefighter big brother as a dalmatian dog. He went to parties with his Gymboree class, playgroup pals, and trick or treating at the ZooBoo.

Sammy McQueen

2008-10-25T04:59:00.001-07:00

Sam has figured out how to "chill" while riding his car!

Indianapolis Zoo

2008-10-25T04:57:00.000-07:00

Sam enjoyed a recent trip to the zoo visiting with his friends, the sea lions!

Fall hike

2008-10-14T13:51:00.000-07:00

Sam and his family went a hike to enjoy the beautiful fall colors. Sam liked riding on Daddy's back and reaching for all the leaves.

Lets eat!

2008-10-14T13:47:00.000-07:00

Sam has recently began feeding himself. His favorite food right now seems to be blueberry waffles! Here is a cute picture of Sam enjoying a sunny morning in his stroller.

Walt Disney World

2008-10-01T12:25:00.000-07:00

Sam made his first airplane flight to Orlando, FL to visit Disney World with his big brother Nick, Mommy and Daddy. Sam was very easy going and went along with the family through the Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom and learned to sleep when he was tired. While we were away Sam had 2 milestones occur- He began saying "DaDa" and he got his first tooth!

Feeding time!

2008-09-08T12:27:00.000-07:00

Sam is sitting in the highchair now and enjoying solid foods. Nick likes to do his part in helping to feed his little brother!

Vacation at Lake Michigan

2008-09-08T12:07:00.000-07:00

Sam enjoyed a recent vacation at Lake Michigan with his Mommy, Daddy, and big brother Nick. Sam seems to be made for the beach! He was quite good at being a "beach bum" and did his favorite thing- chilled out! Sam also enjoyed a visit to the Hesston Train Museum and spending time at the pool.

Photo shoot time

2008-08-19T19:18:00.000-07:00

Sam hammed it up for the camera recently for a professional photo shoot. He was 5 months old when this was taken.

Spider Men!

2008-08-19T19:06:00.000-07:00

For a very short time, Sam and Nick each have Spiderman pj's (that fit)! Sam had his 6month check up the other day. He is tipping the scales at 19.8 lbs and is 27"long.

Swingin' Sammy

2008-08-19T19:02:00.000-07:00

Sam got to try out the swings at the park for the first time the other day. His expression says it all!

Ladies man

2008-07-28T18:24:00.000-07:00

Sam was very popular among the ladies at his cousin Angela's high school graduation party!

Smiling Sammy

2008-07-28T18:21:00.000-07:00

Sam always seems to have a smile on his face! Here a couple of photos of his most recent smiles.

Time to eat!

2008-07-16T19:23:00.001-07:00

Sam had his 4month check up recently. He now weighs a whopping 18.1 lbs. and is 26 1/4 inches long. We were given the OK from his doctor to start on cereal. Sam really liked the first serving but has cooled off on cereal a little since then. I know he'll develop a taste for it again soon.

Time for the Zoo

2008-07-16T19:17:00.000-07:00

Sam and his brother Nick are getting ready for a big day at the zoo in their new side by side stroller.

Little Helper

2008-07-16T19:15:00.000-07:00

Sam has become quite the helper in the kitchen for his Mommy!

Happy Fourth of July!

2008-07-16T19:14:00.000-07:00

Sam celebrated July 4th in his own special way!

Vacation!

2008-06-26T10:53:00.000-07:00

Sam went on his first vacation last week to Nashville, Indiana. He quickly learned that vacations are all about relaxing! Sam went swimming for the first time and seemed to enjoy the water while sitting with Daddy. He also liked the hike and views from the lookout point at the Brown County State Park. Luckily for his parents, Sam took to traveling quite well!

Playful Sam

2008-06-09T10:59:00.001-07:00

Sam is more alert these days and really enjoys his bunny bouncer!

Front porch time!

2008-05-31T08:45:00.000-07:00

Sam knows how to enjoy time on the front porch!

Baseball Game

2008-05-21T16:55:00.000-07:00

Sam attended his first Indianapolis Indians baseball game today! He of course wore his Cubs jersey!

Choo Choo!

2008-05-19T11:41:00.000-07:00

Sam has outgrown the bassinet and is settled into his crib now. He has made the transition with ease. He loves his soft train bedding and the brightly colored trains on his wall.

Baptismal Day

2008-05-15T18:10:00.001-07:00

Sam was Baptized on Saturday May 10. His parents' long time friends Dave and Debbie Basile were gracious to be his Godparents. Family from Illinois came to help celebrate his big day. Sam was well behaved for the ceremony and slept through the whole thing! Big brother Nick even had a kiss to share with Sam!

Picnic

2008-05-06T18:49:00.000-07:00

Sam enjoyed a spring picnic with his brother Nick and Mommy!

First Picture Shoot

2008-04-27T12:34:00.000-07:00

Sam had his first professional photo shoot earlier this month. He was a natural hamming it up for the camera! He was eager to share the limelight

with his big brother Nick. Sam also had his 2 month doctor check up last week. He now weighs a whopping 14 lbs 1oz and is 23 3/4 inches long!

Colorful Sammy

2008-04-26T15:11:00.000-07:00

Sam is showing off his wild animal side!

Taking a walk

2008-04-15T17:36:00.000-07:00

Now that spring is here in Indy (finally!) Sam enjoyed his first official walk in the stroller with his brother Nick and Mommy. He slept through most of the walk!

Grandma!

2008-04-15T17:07:00.000-07:00

Sam and Grandma spent some time getting reacquainted this past weekend.

So big!

2008-04-11T12:56:00.001-07:00

Sam is showing off his newest outfit!

Cousins

2008-04-11T12:51:00.000-07:00

Sam, Nick and their Mommy traveled to IL this past week. Sam was introduced to many cousins and Aunts and Uncles. He was a big hit with his cousins Anna and Nathan!

Visit from Grandpa Dan and Grandma Jill

2008-04-05T13:06:00.000-07:00

Sam met his Grandpa Dan and Grandma Jill the past week. They came bearing gifts and hugs and kisses!

1st Easter

2008-03-24T18:11:00.001-07:00

Sam celebrated his first Easter and tolerated his Mom's attempts to turn him into a bunny! He, along with his brother Nick, were looking very dapper in their Easter duds!

1 month old!

2008-03-20T17:25:00.000-07:00

Sam visited the doctor this week for his 1 month check up. He now weighs 11lbs. 2oz and has grown to 23"!

Race Car Fan?

2008-03-17T05:15:00.000-07:00

If you are born in the Indy area there's always a possibility of becoming a race car fan!

Snuggled up

2008-03-17T05:11:00.000-07:00

Sam is all snuggled up in his new personalized blanket.

All Smiles

2008-03-09T19:00:00.000-07:00

Once again Sam is full of smiles!

Visit with Grandma

2008-03-09T18:57:00.000-07:00

Grandma came for a visit this week and spent some quality time holding Sam.

Big Brother, Little Brother

2008-03-02T14:52:00.000-08:00

Sam's big brother Nick is anxious to share toys with Sam. There's so much to learn from a big brother!

Grama Time

2008-03-02T14:46:00.000-08:00

Sam and his Grama had a nice visit this past week. They enjoyed snuggle time together relaxing on the couch.

All dressed up!

2008-03-02T14:35:00.000-08:00

Sam seems to spend most of his days sleeping and modeling adorable outfits that his Mommy likes to dress him in. He's also learning to ham it up for the camera!

Hospital Visitors

2008-03-02T14:30:00.000-08:00

Grama and Grampa Schraufnagel first met Sam in the hospital. Let the spoiling begin!

Bath Time

2008-02-22T08:17:00.000-08:00

Sam got his first bath at home and was quite tuckered out after this adventure.

Grandma Time

2008-02-18T18:00:00.000-08:00

Grandma Bonnie was rewarded handsomely for watching Nick all weekend by getting some serious Sam time.

And Then There Were Four

2008-02-18T17:56:00.001-08:00

Sam is settling in nicely at home with Mom, Dad and big brother Nick.

Homeward Bound

2008-02-18T17:47:00.000-08:00

After a short visit to the NICU, Sam was all spiffed up in his choo-choo train outfit to go home. Luckily, he was able to go home right on schedule with Mom and Dad.

Sam I Am

2008-02-15T19:20:00.001-08:00

Samuel Thomas Horn joined the family at 8:01 AM on 2/15/2008. He weighed in at 7 lb 12 oz and was 20 3/4 inches long. He loves when Mommy holds him and doesn't like getting a bath.

Still Cozy

2008-02-15T19:18:00.001-08:00

This is Sam's last day in Mommy's belly. Little does he know what is in store for him.

New Arrival

2007-12-28T08:18:00.000-08:00

Stay tuned for the arrival of Samuel Thomas Horn in mid-February 2008!!