11 Months

I seriously can not believe that in less than a month, you will be ONE, my precious baby boy.  Where has the time gone?  You now know four words: Dada, Mama, Uh-oh, and…Butt.  Because every boy has to have that last one in his vocabulary, right?  Still waiting to hear you say "Jon".  I might cry when you finally say big brother's name because you guys are seriously best buddies.  Your face still lights up when you see your brother, and you giggle with delight each time.  Heartmelt #532491.

You love to eat and you scream when someone else has food that you do not have.  We are working on "food" and "please", but for now, screaming is where it's at.  You have pretty much given up on green veggies.  You absolutely love sweet potatoes, and will flip for an apple.  Pears also seem to rank high up on your "love" list these days.  

This month, you have become even more attached to me, as if that's even possible.  When I leave the room, you crawl after me and scream (not a crying scream, but a "hey-you-get-back-here-don't-leave-the-room-without-me" kinda scream).  When I'm in the room, you will play by yourself for a few minutes, and then crawl into my lap, snuggle, and then you're off again.  Imagine this scene on repeat.  Your daddy says it's the same with him when he's watching you.  It's absolutely precious and I will miss these moments when you're older and more independent.  You have your "alone" time in your pack 'n play on a pretty regular basis.  As long as no one is in the room attracting attention, you will play by yourself independently for anywhere from 10-20 minutes.  During this time, I try to put laundry away or clean something around the house.  I have to be super fast though!

This month you participated in swim lessons at the YMCA.  You loved "jumping" into the pool the best.  Daddy was a great swim partner for you. 

You also got your first, much needed, haircut.  You were a pretty good sport about it.  No tears.  You just pulled away from Miss Ashley as she attempted to cut your mop hair. 

Sleep is still an issue for you.  I thought we were on a roll at one point, but then the dreaded top teeth started to come in (you are working on 4 at one time right now), and we started back at square one.  Most nights you continue to wake-up once or twice.  Sometimes more.  Naptime is not an issue at home in your own bed, but anywhere else, it's a battle.  No worries.  We'll get there.  And as soon as you're done nursing, this mama is going to a hotel for some much needed z's.  (At least that's what I like to dream about.)

I love you, sweet baby boy.  Even when you look like Alfalfa. 

10 Months

Little Peanut, you continue to grow and amaze me everyday.  You are a curious little boy, and are constantly getting into things.  We have to keep quite a close eye on you because you don't fully understand the word "no", yet.  You are loving...oh, so loving.  Your eyes light up when you see your loved ones.  You smile and giggle with delight when you are shown affection.  You especially love to be tickled.  And Jonathan's laugh makes you smile every. single. time.  You are determined.  You want what you want, and nothing (besides having things taken away or being scooped up by us to keep you from hurting yourself) will stand in your way.  You crawl over things (and people) to get where you want to go.  And if you see Jonathan's Star Wars Angry Birds on the table, you make a beeline in that direction as soon as you think no one is watching.  You are a pig hungry little boy.  You continue to scream between bites because we just can't seem to get food into you fast enough.  You love bananas, and can pick them up and eat them. You love apples, and gnaw on them anytime we are willing to let you give it a go.  However, you mostly eat pureed "stage 2" foods because you gag on "stage 3" foods that have "chunks" in them. Water is still your favorite thing; whether it's simply watching Jonathan slurp it into his mouth and spit it out into the sink, or enjoying a bubble bath filled with toys.  You recently started walking with the assistance of a toy walker.  Jonathan and I were having a pretend "picnic" at the table, while you were across the room playing toys by yourself.  When I looked up, you were pushing the large toy car across the room, taking your first assisted steps.  I will never forget the expression on your face, which seemed to say, "What's a guy gotta do to get some attention around here?"  Sleep is still an issue for you.  Some nights you don't wake at all, but most nights you wake-up anywhere from 3-5 times.  You nap regularly at home with music, a clothie, and your binky, but you still have trouble sleeping at Ms. Colleen's.  No worries.  You'll sleep through the night...eventually.  You are a delightful little boy, and it is an absolute honor to be your mother.

 10 Month Stats

Weight: 19 lbs, 10 oz.

Length: 28.5 inches

8 Month Stats

Weight: 18 lbs, 6 oz.

Length: 27.5 inches

*Comparatively, Jonathan was 23 lbs, 6 oz. and 28 inches in length at 10.5 months of age.  BIG DIFFERENCE! 

Enjoy the pictures.  (And please note how much effort it takes to get one good shot these days!)

"Gimme that, Mommy!"

Look at those precious bunny teeth.

Almost got it...

Favorite shot of the day!

Finally!

Blog Happy

Since my computer is finally working, I've been getting caught up on my posts.  There are a lot of new posts that are backdated, so I've included the links for them in this post, just so you don't miss any!  I'll be posting even more over the next few days, including pictures from New Year's Eve, a snow day, Halloween, Christmas in Indiana, and Jonathan's 4 year post.  Stay tuned and check back often!

November Posts

Thanksgiving

8 Months

Trimming the Tree

Fall Photos

December Posts

Hope for the Holidays

Crazy Chaos

Celebrating 8 Years

An Early Christmas

Gettin' My Crafty On

Christmas Eve

Christmas Mornin

Jonathan, the Chef

An Indiana Birthday

9 Months