A Few Firsts

This weekend Webb did two new things that made me so so proud of him! First of all, he went to the potty! We've been talking about it and sitting him on it periodically but yesterday he went and sat down and did his thing! This morning, I asked him if he wanted to use it again and he said "No." Ok, so we'll keep trying. Pretty good for not-quite-two year old!

He also went off the diving board! I think he's genetically predisposed to this: I was going off the high dive at 3 years old and Chris was too. He just walked on up and stood at the end. Nancy handed him off to me and he kept going back for more. If I didn't have to be careful about his ears, I'd let him jump off by himself. The puddle jumper is the best invention ever and keeps him upright but allows him to kind of swim by himself!

Something else exciting is that we are signed up for a music class this fall at a local church! It combines music and movement which Webb will love. Anything with movement and he's all over it! I can't wait to see how he and his buddies interact. Could get a little crazy!

My beamish boy . . . 

Boys

There is nothing more precious than a cloth-diapered little boy playing in his new backyard on a warm summer's evening. I could have never ever asked God to bless me anymore than He has since Webb came into my life. I am in love with all things boyish: trucks, dirt, mud, sticks, grass, mowing. I never wear white and rarely fix up. Because boys are dirty, adventurous, energetic little people. And they capture your heart and wrap it up so tightly with every smile, laugh, and tear. There are really no words to describe my love for this precious boy. I wouldn't trade my job as his mommy for anything in this world.

Not flesh of my flesh
Nor bone of my bone,
But still miraculously my own
Never forget for a single minute,
You didn't grow under my heart,
But in it.

-Anonymous

Settled

We are finally settled into our new home. We've been here since Saturday and have loved every minute (well, mostly) of hanging pictures, arranging furniture, and putting away things. There is still a lot to be done, but for the most part, it's starting to look a little normal around here. On my list next is to find a love seat/settee for the living room, an area rug, and fabric to recover chairs. I can't wait to start decorating my special room. I'm also in the process of getting some wall hangings to go in the living room. Chris keeps reminding me that I shouldn't get too crazy with things but I find ways around that every time! Funny how that works out. :)

In the Webb department, I neglected to blog about his 20 month milestone so here goes a little update on my sweet boy:

1. Talking- All day long from sun up to sun down. Mostly about big ole trucks, dump trucks, dirt, mud, digging, playing, swinging, going to the park, exercising, eating, going potty (just bought a little potty this morning to see what he might do), he can name a lot of people: Larche, Shane, Ashley, Carrie, Ruby, Rachel, Daisy, Madden, Hal, Christy, Tim (the painter), and loves talking about trash trucks, fire trucks, gas trucks, ice trucks, etc.

2. Eating- Some days I don't know how he stays alive. Some days he eats like a bird, other days, he packs it full. Guess it goes with the territory!

3. Clothes- 24 month or 2T. I'll need a shopping trip soon to stock up on fall clothes. Putting all those little itty bitty baby clothes in storage made me sad. Hopefully soon, we can get them back out. (Don't go thinking anything cause it's NOT going to happen for a while!)

4. Behavior- We had a spell where Webb would hit me. Only me. He would do it when I pulled him off a toy or away from something he loved or when he was fussy or tired. Thankfully that has stopped for now. He is saying please and thank you most of the time and usually listens when we tell him no. He definitely listens better to daddy and tries to get away with more with me.

This fall, he'll go to his sitters twice a week and his Mimi's the other days. We are so blessed with such great child care. He loves going to his sitters and loves playing with the other children at her house. AND she has The Wiggles.


So all is well with us. We have a happy home, a happy baby, and two happy parents who are worn out. But a good worn out. :)



Random Friday Thoughts

There is no rhyme or reason to this. I'm too tired but have a lot on my mind. Here goes:

1. It's been a crazy busy week. It's been a crazy month. We are two days shy of living with my mom for a month. Tonight is our last night here and tomorrow evening, we'll be snuggled into our new home. I will be one happy mama.

2. This is the summer "I Never Got Dressed." No, I didn't run around nekkid, I've just spent the majority of my time in workout clothes with no makeup and my hair pulled up. I can't even remember the last time I wore makeup. Oh, and I need a pedicure.
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3. My new house is my dream house. I have always wanted an old house with lots of character and charm in a neighborhood where sweet old ladies will love my baby as their own and other mothers and I can drink wine on our porches. Where at the holidays we can walk around delivering gifts to our neighbors and visit with friends. A place where the hardwood floors creak and the glass in the windows is a bit wavey. A place Chris and I can raise Littles into adulthood. I am beyond thankful to finally be in my dream house.

4. I am thankful for dear friends who volunteer to babysit so I can meet the worker dude. It's even better when your Little comes home in a pink pullup and a giant tee shirt because he had a leaky diaper. That's when you know you have a real friend who loves your Little like your own.

5. Haircut. I've been thinking about cutting this mop OFF. My hair is too flat and blah to be long. I just need to do it.

6. Running. I've been running a little lately and it has helped relieve stress. It's felt good to get out and clear my head.

7. I found an antique chest of drawers this week and it looks perfect in my living room. Score for a good find.

8. I am getting excited about the start of a new school year.

9. Decorating. I have bought so many decorating mags lately. I think this is going to turn into a major hobby. I love finding good pieces and accessorizing with pictures and knick-knacks. I'm ready for rainy day projects and lots of house shopping.

10. I'm excited about a meet-and-greet being hosted for us next weekend by one of our neighbors. It'll be nice to get dressed like a normal person and go out for the evening. Even better that we can walk home.

11. This sweet boy is talking all day long. Lately, he's been saying . . .

Big ole pruck

Peace out

Crazy baby, busy baby, silly baby

Sit down

Love powk (park)

Promeese (promise)

Go down, go up

Runner sizes (Runner exercises)

Gigger (Digger) pick dirt

Hop on Pop

Big ole pruck . . . . suck (stuck) . . . . dirt

Firemean (firemen)

Big ole work pruck

Baby pool

Gwasses (Glasses)

Milk pwease (please)

Do you see a theme here? I think we'll do trucks for his second birthday!

Here we are the other day at the park:

Hope everyone has a great weekend!