Mood--Exhausted
I'm Reading--Still pluggin' away at "For One More Day". (It's still good)
I'm Listening--Elliot Yamin, "I'll Wait for You" (I LOVE this song--and so does the husband, but I'll bet he wouldn't tell you....)
Why do babies fight sleep? I mean seriously--I would do a heck of a lot of things these days to get to just curl up and knock out for a while. I just spent the last half hour shushing, humming, rocking, bouncing, walking.... He finally gave up for the evening, but man! At least he's a pretty good sleeper most nights. It's just getting him there! The whole "bouncy" walking thing used to be a fine way of getting him off to Sleepytown, but, my son being a chunk muffin and all, I feel like sometimes I'm about one bounce away from throwing my back out! (And to all you "Let them cry it out Momma's--I swear I try, it just doesn't work....)
So anyway, this whole working late thing is getting ooolllllllllddddddd. I can't remember how I did it all the time before... It just really stinks because by the time i get home, it's Baby C's bedtime, (obviously that doesn't mean anything to him--if you've forgotton, refer to the above paragraph), and he's really not in the mood for any interaction other than the afore-mentioned bouncy, walky, rocky kind. I feel like I miss out. Regardless, you do whatcha gotta do, and by heck, I'm doin' it. I just hope it doesn't last much longer. Besides missin' QT time with Baby C, I miss my husband too! Talk about a balancing act--and I never was that good at time management..... :(
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Monday, July 30, 2007
I hope he knows...
Sometimes, I look at my son, and I wonder how he could POSSIBLY know how much he is loved. I just have to smile and shake my head sometimes--I know he doesn't realize how when I look at him, there are moments my heart swells up so big I think it will explode! Children make you realize you are capable of such depths of feeling! I'm reading "For One More Day", by Mitch Albom, (I got stuck on him after "The Five People You Meet in Heaven") and I LOVE the following passage; it describes just how I want my son to describe me when he's older:
"She wasn't easy on me, don't get me wrong. She scolded me.
She punished me when I needed it. But how she loved me.
She really did. She loved me falling off a swing set.
She loved me stepping on her floors with muddy shoes.
She loved me through vomit and snot and bloody knees.
She loved me coming and going, at my worst and at my best. She had a bottomless well of love for me..."
I hope someday, he'll know.
6 Month Check-up....Already!
7/9/2007 8:02:40 AM :: 6 month check up
Mellow
We just got back from Caden's 6 month check up--he weighs 20 pounds!! He's such a chunk muffin!! He is also gearing up to crawl. He gets up on all fours and starts rocking back and forth...the ped. got really tickled at him and said he would be crawling in the next month! Now Kevin and I have to baby proof the house! We are now finally trying to transition him over to his crib--long time coming i know! He actually took two naps in it yesterday, but seemed to wake up pretty quickly, so I had to move him to the couch...but it's a start. I think we're going to try to put him in it tonight at bedtime and see how he does. I think it's just a lot for him to get used to because he's so used to having something to snuggle up with, and his crib is wide open. The doc okayed us to have his bumpers in there with him, (i had taken them out b/c i was paranoid) so we'll put them back in tonight, and maybe that will make a difference!!
Mellow
We just got back from Caden's 6 month check up--he weighs 20 pounds!! He's such a chunk muffin!! He is also gearing up to crawl. He gets up on all fours and starts rocking back and forth...the ped. got really tickled at him and said he would be crawling in the next month! Now Kevin and I have to baby proof the house! We are now finally trying to transition him over to his crib--long time coming i know! He actually took two naps in it yesterday, but seemed to wake up pretty quickly, so I had to move him to the couch...but it's a start. I think we're going to try to put him in it tonight at bedtime and see how he does. I think it's just a lot for him to get used to because he's so used to having something to snuggle up with, and his crib is wide open. The doc okayed us to have his bumpers in there with him, (i had taken them out b/c i was paranoid) so we'll put them back in tonight, and maybe that will make a difference!!
Another Tooth
/3/2007 7:58:39 AM :: Caden got his second tooth!!!
Ditzy
Caden was extra fussy this past weekend, and now we know why--he just got his second tooth! It's right next to his other bottom tooth. Now we just have to work on the top!
Ditzy
Caden was extra fussy this past weekend, and now we know why--he just got his second tooth! It's right next to his other bottom tooth. Now we just have to work on the top!
Tooth #1!
6/18/2007 9:27:56 AM :: Caden got a tooth!!
Excited
I can't believe it's happened allready! Last Tuesday, Kevin was keeping him and I called to check in--Kevin said that Caden had a tooth poking through!! I couldn't believe it! He is so cute with his little snaggle tooth!! He really hasn't been that fussy either--I admit I was expecting his behavior to be far worse...although I know this is just the beginning... He's really gnawing on things, and so far his favorite it a vibrating star we got at Wal-Mart. He thinks it's really funny to make sounds while it's in his mouth... We just got him a HUGE exersaucer at Babies R Us, (I know, he's COMPLETELY spoiled!) He really likes it. Between that and his jumperoo, we can keep him safe and occupied for a long time! :) The exersaucer has a lot of interactive toys on it, and it goes over things like colors, shapes, and numbers. Kevin asked me this morning, "So this thing will make him smarter right?" :) He's so funny. Caden is relaly developing into a handsome little boy. We're still not sure what color his eyes and hair are going to turn out to be. His hair looks really dark inside, but in the sunlight it looks blond. His eyes are the same way--they seem to change depending on what sort of light you're in. It will be interesting to see how it all turns out! He is also eating Stage 2 Foods now, and so far, he looooves Macaroni and Cheese! He's also really into all the fruit medleys and juices, (we're using a Sippy cup now too!!) He's not really good at holding it, but if I hold it, he can drink out of it just fine!! It seems like he's growing up and changing so fast!
Excited
I can't believe it's happened allready! Last Tuesday, Kevin was keeping him and I called to check in--Kevin said that Caden had a tooth poking through!! I couldn't believe it! He is so cute with his little snaggle tooth!! He really hasn't been that fussy either--I admit I was expecting his behavior to be far worse...although I know this is just the beginning... He's really gnawing on things, and so far his favorite it a vibrating star we got at Wal-Mart. He thinks it's really funny to make sounds while it's in his mouth... We just got him a HUGE exersaucer at Babies R Us, (I know, he's COMPLETELY spoiled!) He really likes it. Between that and his jumperoo, we can keep him safe and occupied for a long time! :) The exersaucer has a lot of interactive toys on it, and it goes over things like colors, shapes, and numbers. Kevin asked me this morning, "So this thing will make him smarter right?" :) He's so funny. Caden is relaly developing into a handsome little boy. We're still not sure what color his eyes and hair are going to turn out to be. His hair looks really dark inside, but in the sunlight it looks blond. His eyes are the same way--they seem to change depending on what sort of light you're in. It will be interesting to see how it all turns out! He is also eating Stage 2 Foods now, and so far, he looooves Macaroni and Cheese! He's also really into all the fruit medleys and juices, (we're using a Sippy cup now too!!) He's not really good at holding it, but if I hold it, he can drink out of it just fine!! It seems like he's growing up and changing so fast!
Crazy Rolling
6/4/2007 6:40:19 AM :: Caden rolled over!
Cheerful
Caden actually rolled over for the first time several weeks ago, but it seems he's just figured out he can control it and it's not just an accident! :) He has been rolling over non-stop all weekend...You lay him down on his back, and he immiediately flips himself over. His arms are getting really strong too as he is struggling to hold himself up on his tummy. He's even tried a sort of "Army Crawl"! He'll be crawling all over the place soon I'm sure.... Mom came up this past wkd, and we took Caden to the Game Farm in Frankfort. We had a really good time--it was a gorgeous day!!
Cheerful
Caden actually rolled over for the first time several weeks ago, but it seems he's just figured out he can control it and it's not just an accident! :) He has been rolling over non-stop all weekend...You lay him down on his back, and he immiediately flips himself over. His arms are getting really strong too as he is struggling to hold himself up on his tummy. He's even tried a sort of "Army Crawl"! He'll be crawling all over the place soon I'm sure.... Mom came up this past wkd, and we took Caden to the Game Farm in Frankfort. We had a really good time--it was a gorgeous day!!
He Rolled Over!
5/15/2007 5:43:22 AM :: Caden rolled over!
Exhausted
Caden rolled over all by himself yesterday!! Of course I wasn't there to see it, but I wasn't as jealous because he was with Kevin. :) He's getting to be such a big boy. He still hasn't belly laughed for me--I guess I'm just not funny enough. :( I keep trying though. I feel like I don't get to spend a lot of quality time with him--by the time I get home from work, I have to worry about dinner, getting his bag ready for the next day, and any other housework I've neglected for who knows how long. So, I usually just stick him in his jumper, (which he doesn't seem to mind) and then it's time for bed. I guess this is what it means to be a working mom. Although I couldn't see myself staying home full time either--I think I would go batty!
Exhausted
Caden rolled over all by himself yesterday!! Of course I wasn't there to see it, but I wasn't as jealous because he was with Kevin. :) He's getting to be such a big boy. He still hasn't belly laughed for me--I guess I'm just not funny enough. :( I keep trying though. I feel like I don't get to spend a lot of quality time with him--by the time I get home from work, I have to worry about dinner, getting his bag ready for the next day, and any other housework I've neglected for who knows how long. So, I usually just stick him in his jumper, (which he doesn't seem to mind) and then it's time for bed. I guess this is what it means to be a working mom. Although I couldn't see myself staying home full time either--I think I would go batty!
Thank God....
5/8/2007 5:32:51 AM :: My little Man is sleeping through the night!
Calm
Caden has been consistently sleeping through the night for about a week now. He is doing so good! We try to start his bedtime routine at 8pm, with a bath, lotion, and then bottle. Most of the time he goes down without a problem. Last night though he was wide awake!! :) He just kept babbling and smiling...it was frustrating, but he was just so cute! He's getting so big now--i think he's ready to start teething. He's contstantly chewing and drooling! I'm sure that will be difficult when the teeth really start coming in... He is still trying to roll over--he will get halfway over, to his side, but it's like he just gets stuck there. We still haven't put him in his crib yet... :) I just didn't want him in there until I was confident he could roll over if he needed to, or if he got in a dangerous position. Honestly, I just love going to sleep and seeing his little face as the last thing before I close my eyes. I love having him in bed with me! Of course I'm sure all that will change when he's talking and squirming around and I want some privacy w/ my husband...but for now I love it. I don't care what other moms say about it, it's best for us and I'm not looking back. Jamie just had her baby last Wednesday, May 2nd. He is a cutie! He weighed two ounces more than Caden,but he sure doesn't look heavier--he's very long and soooo skinny! :) Hopefully all will go well with her.
Events/Milestones: Sleeps through night;
Music/Sounds: We love our "Calm Baby" CD
Calm
Caden has been consistently sleeping through the night for about a week now. He is doing so good! We try to start his bedtime routine at 8pm, with a bath, lotion, and then bottle. Most of the time he goes down without a problem. Last night though he was wide awake!! :) He just kept babbling and smiling...it was frustrating, but he was just so cute! He's getting so big now--i think he's ready to start teething. He's contstantly chewing and drooling! I'm sure that will be difficult when the teeth really start coming in... He is still trying to roll over--he will get halfway over, to his side, but it's like he just gets stuck there. We still haven't put him in his crib yet... :) I just didn't want him in there until I was confident he could roll over if he needed to, or if he got in a dangerous position. Honestly, I just love going to sleep and seeing his little face as the last thing before I close my eyes. I love having him in bed with me! Of course I'm sure all that will change when he's talking and squirming around and I want some privacy w/ my husband...but for now I love it. I don't care what other moms say about it, it's best for us and I'm not looking back. Jamie just had her baby last Wednesday, May 2nd. He is a cutie! He weighed two ounces more than Caden,but he sure doesn't look heavier--he's very long and soooo skinny! :) Hopefully all will go well with her.
Events/Milestones: Sleeps through night;
Music/Sounds: We love our "Calm Baby" CD
Family is the Most Important
5/5/2007 5:35:22 AM :: Spending time w/ Nanny and Grampa
Happy
We went home this weekend and got to spend some time with Nanny and Grampa today--it was so great! I know so many people my age do not have their Grandparents, and so I try to take advantage of every moment I can. Today Caden spent lots of time with Grampa, tooling around the yard. They looked at the garden and talked to the animals. It was very special for me to be able to watch them interact. I took lots of pictures so we will be able to remember it years from now...
Happy
We went home this weekend and got to spend some time with Nanny and Grampa today--it was so great! I know so many people my age do not have their Grandparents, and so I try to take advantage of every moment I can. Today Caden spent lots of time with Grampa, tooling around the yard. They looked at the garden and talked to the animals. It was very special for me to be able to watch them interact. I took lots of pictures so we will be able to remember it years from now...
Geez...the time really does fly... :(
5/1/2007 6:01:47 AM :: Growing Fast
Cheerful
Caden is almost 4 months old!! I know it's a cliche' but the time really has flown. Kevin just called me to let me listen to him "talking". It made me smile. He is really starting to use his voice! It's so cute to listen to all his little squeals and giggles. He still hasn't had a really good belly laugh, but I'm sure it's on it's way... I wish I'd kept better track of his earlier developments, but so much of his first months were a blur. He's been sleeping through the night pretty much every night for the past week, so hopefully this bodes well for our future! He really is a very good baby--I TRULY cannot complain! He only fusses if he is hungry or tired, and more often lately, he's only fussing if he's tired.
Events/Milestones: Sleeps through night;
Music/Sounds: He loooves cartoons!!!
Cheerful
Caden is almost 4 months old!! I know it's a cliche' but the time really has flown. Kevin just called me to let me listen to him "talking". It made me smile. He is really starting to use his voice! It's so cute to listen to all his little squeals and giggles. He still hasn't had a really good belly laugh, but I'm sure it's on it's way... I wish I'd kept better track of his earlier developments, but so much of his first months were a blur. He's been sleeping through the night pretty much every night for the past week, so hopefully this bodes well for our future! He really is a very good baby--I TRULY cannot complain! He only fusses if he is hungry or tired, and more often lately, he's only fussing if he's tired.
Events/Milestones: Sleeps through night;
Music/Sounds: He loooves cartoons!!!
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