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

He Turned 4

Jonathan, you are four.  I really can not believe how fast time seems to move these days.  I am blessed to be your mommy, and it is an absolute honor and privilege to watch you grow.  You are my firstborn; the sweet boy that I hoped and prayed about for many years.  And now you're four.  How did that happen?

The last few nights before your birthday, I snuggled you and prayed that you would stay three forever.  But you were insistent, saying, "I have to grow up!"  And when I mentioned that you were growing up too fast, you replied, "Nuh-uh! It took me a long time to do that!"  You were right, buddy, it did take you a long time to turn four.  But to Daddy and me, time is flying by.

You are absolutely, hands-down, the best big brother.  Ever.  You give Owen toys to play with (and sometimes "trade" with him when he has a toy that you'd prefer), you snuggle him, and just always seem to be looking out for him.

You love Jesus.  You talk frequently about being "batatized" someday (wearing goggles, of course).  The questions you ask about dying and Heaven are astounding for such a young boy.  And yet, you are filled with this innate curiosity that only God could have placed in your heart and mind.  Your knowledge of the Bible is great, but your love for God is even greater.  You have a huge heart for others, and don't like to hear that other children are not as fortunate as you.  When you got money for your birthday, you asked to go to the store and buy toys for little boys who didn't have any.  You are saddened by the fact that not every little boy and girl has a mommy and daddy.  And you absolutely can not wait to adopt your little sister because it hurts you that she might be sad without her mommy and daddy.  Really, you are just the sweetest, most compassionate little guy, and I can't get enough of you.

You are also a little comedian.  When you laugh, your face lights up and you cause everyone around you to join in.  You do random dance moves and tell silly jokes.  So full of life, and so joyful.

Love list

Star Wars

Angry Birds

Figures

Despicable Me

Busy Town

Veggie Tales

Devotions

Books, books, and more books

Favorite Foods

Apples

Bananas

Strawberries

Waffles

Pancakes

French Toast

Oatmeal

Chocolate Chex

Pizza

Peas

Green Beans 

Jelly Sandwiches

Chicken of all types

Corn

Quesadillas

Popsicles

Ice Cream 

Sherbet

Cake