Well, I haven't been around much. Having a rough couple of weeks, but it will get better eventually.
Long story short, I caused an accident where I totaled our car. Everyone was ok. Found out that I have to retake my dirving tests and have a medical report before they will deteremine if I get to keep my license. Well, the next day I found out that I lose my license on Sept. 29th and don't get it back until Jan 27th. Not a happy camper her, as I'm not sure what we are going to do.
I had big plans to sub teach all fall, and it looks as though that won't happen as much as I want. My mom has offered to help us out, so I will still be able to teach a couple days a week, but not like I wanted to.
Big Bummer..... So I've been gone for awhile, in a bit of a mood to tell you the truth.
I'll be back next week with Adam's 8 month update! Which is all good news, thankfully! :-)
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Adam- 7 Months
This is a little late, but better late than never! Adam turned 7 months on July 23rd. (Sorry, no pictures (next post will have them) and it's a long post!)
Dear Adam,
This month has been a big month for you! You have really developed a lot of new skills and such a strong personality. It's fun to watch you grow and develop, but it's also sad at the same time.
This month you have said Dada, but it's more of a dadadada and I'm not sure if you know why you're saying it. I've heard you say mama, but it was only once and definitely not directed at me. The beginning of the month you were "talking" a lot more, and towards the end of the month, talking took a back seat to all of the new things you had learned.
Just 3 days after you're 6 month birthday, you had your first tooth poke through (front, bottom left tooth), then a few days later, the one right next to it started to pop through.
You've learned you're very own special crawl. It's more of an army crawl, but you can get anywhere you want to and fast. You'll start out on your hands and knees, rock back and forth and maybe take a step or two with your knees, then it's a belly flop so that you can get moving quicker with your scoot. I'm not sure if you'll every truly do a regular crawl, because you actually prefer to scoot.
Nap times have been horrible lately, as have bedtimes because you learned to sit up on your own. You're very good at it now, since you've been doing it for a couple weeks. You loved doing this in your crib, but you would eventually get tired and get so upset because you were sitting up. Once you learned to sit up, you quickly learned that you could pull yourself up, especially in your crib. We've been dealing with this for about a week now and it's only getting worse, the better you get at it. Tonight you spent 1 hour in your crib standing up and walking around the perimeter of your crib.
Once you learned to pull yourself up in your crib, you now pull yourself up on EVERYTHING. Including, but not limited to, the couch, any kind of chair or ottoman, the dog (or at least you try, everytime he comes within arms reach), the gates, and daddy and mommy, etc... Once you pull yourself up, you think you can just take off and so you let go with one arm and sometimes fall. We have wood floors throughout the house, so you've had a couple bad bumps on the head, but I suppose that comes with the territory. You're definitely learning, and fast. We lowered your crib this month, by one notch, and then one week later, moved it down all of the way.
You have no fear, whatsoever. You are so squirmy in our arms when we hold you now because you just want to get down and move around.
Your personality is also developing. You are very persistent and when you decide you want something, you want it no matter what. You love going for cords which are a no no, but everytime we pull you away, you go right back towards them. I definitely think you will be testing our patience in the near future with everything.
We've expanded your food options this month as well. You've tried turkey and rice and hated it. You've tried mac and cheese and hated it. You had chicken noodle today and loved it. You've also had blueberry's (they were ok), watermelon (which you loved, but then you choked on a piece so mommy is afraid to give you more), and you've had many more items to eat. We're getting bored with the same old thing, so we're trying to find new things for you.
You're still in size 3 diapers, and still have 4 bottles a day and 2-3 meals per day. You are wearing mostly 9-12 month clothing, though some 6-9 month things still fit. We weighed you on your 7 month birthday and you weighed 20 lbs!
You are a growing boy and we are so very lucky to have you in our lives!
We love you,
Mommy & Daddy
Dear Adam,
This month has been a big month for you! You have really developed a lot of new skills and such a strong personality. It's fun to watch you grow and develop, but it's also sad at the same time.
This month you have said Dada, but it's more of a dadadada and I'm not sure if you know why you're saying it. I've heard you say mama, but it was only once and definitely not directed at me. The beginning of the month you were "talking" a lot more, and towards the end of the month, talking took a back seat to all of the new things you had learned.
Just 3 days after you're 6 month birthday, you had your first tooth poke through (front, bottom left tooth), then a few days later, the one right next to it started to pop through.
You've learned you're very own special crawl. It's more of an army crawl, but you can get anywhere you want to and fast. You'll start out on your hands and knees, rock back and forth and maybe take a step or two with your knees, then it's a belly flop so that you can get moving quicker with your scoot. I'm not sure if you'll every truly do a regular crawl, because you actually prefer to scoot.
Nap times have been horrible lately, as have bedtimes because you learned to sit up on your own. You're very good at it now, since you've been doing it for a couple weeks. You loved doing this in your crib, but you would eventually get tired and get so upset because you were sitting up. Once you learned to sit up, you quickly learned that you could pull yourself up, especially in your crib. We've been dealing with this for about a week now and it's only getting worse, the better you get at it. Tonight you spent 1 hour in your crib standing up and walking around the perimeter of your crib.
Once you learned to pull yourself up in your crib, you now pull yourself up on EVERYTHING. Including, but not limited to, the couch, any kind of chair or ottoman, the dog (or at least you try, everytime he comes within arms reach), the gates, and daddy and mommy, etc... Once you pull yourself up, you think you can just take off and so you let go with one arm and sometimes fall. We have wood floors throughout the house, so you've had a couple bad bumps on the head, but I suppose that comes with the territory. You're definitely learning, and fast. We lowered your crib this month, by one notch, and then one week later, moved it down all of the way.
You have no fear, whatsoever. You are so squirmy in our arms when we hold you now because you just want to get down and move around.
Your personality is also developing. You are very persistent and when you decide you want something, you want it no matter what. You love going for cords which are a no no, but everytime we pull you away, you go right back towards them. I definitely think you will be testing our patience in the near future with everything.
We've expanded your food options this month as well. You've tried turkey and rice and hated it. You've tried mac and cheese and hated it. You had chicken noodle today and loved it. You've also had blueberry's (they were ok), watermelon (which you loved, but then you choked on a piece so mommy is afraid to give you more), and you've had many more items to eat. We're getting bored with the same old thing, so we're trying to find new things for you.
You're still in size 3 diapers, and still have 4 bottles a day and 2-3 meals per day. You are wearing mostly 9-12 month clothing, though some 6-9 month things still fit. We weighed you on your 7 month birthday and you weighed 20 lbs!
You are a growing boy and we are so very lucky to have you in our lives!
We love you,
Mommy & Daddy
Monday, July 18, 2011
OCD
I'm a bit ocd when it comes to a few things around these here parts. I don't know if it's because I've trained myself to be this way or because my mom is the opposite and I unconsciously have a need to do these things differently than she did while I was growing up.
Whatever the case may be, my name's Kayla and I'm a little bit OCD.
I have a fear of running out of specific items around the house. When we get low on these items, I immediately feel a need to restock my supply.
Maybe I should be an extreme couponer and have my own room to keep and organize these items, as to not run out. Plus, then I'd probably be getting them for free which would be way better anyway.
The things I fear of running out of?
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Body wash
Toothpaste
Dish soap
Deodorant
Etc...
I HATE running out of these things. They are all necessities, right?
Seriously, you'll catch me buying not one, not two, but probably 4-5 bottles of body wash at one time (whether they are on sale or not) because I CAN NOT run out of it.
It's a bit odd when you think about it. I guess growing up, it really sucked when we ran out of toilet paper because Mom forgot to pick it up... Granted, she was a busy woman (Not only was she a mom to two, she worked 12 hour days 5 days a week, did all of the shopping, cleaning, etc...), so I'll give her the benefit of the doubt. If we did run out, it's not like we went days without it, she promptly ran out and got whatever we ran out of.
There you have it. One of my manyodd habits quirks. If you find me at the store, don't be surprised to find items in multiples of 5, because honestly, who wants to run out of toothpaste??
Whatever the case may be, my name's Kayla and I'm a little bit OCD.
I have a fear of running out of specific items around the house. When we get low on these items, I immediately feel a need to restock my supply.
Maybe I should be an extreme couponer and have my own room to keep and organize these items, as to not run out. Plus, then I'd probably be getting them for free which would be way better anyway.
The things I fear of running out of?
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Body wash
Toothpaste
Dish soap
Deodorant
Etc...
I HATE running out of these things. They are all necessities, right?
Seriously, you'll catch me buying not one, not two, but probably 4-5 bottles of body wash at one time (whether they are on sale or not) because I CAN NOT run out of it.
It's a bit odd when you think about it. I guess growing up, it really sucked when we ran out of toilet paper because Mom forgot to pick it up... Granted, she was a busy woman (Not only was she a mom to two, she worked 12 hour days 5 days a week, did all of the shopping, cleaning, etc...), so I'll give her the benefit of the doubt. If we did run out, it's not like we went days without it, she promptly ran out and got whatever we ran out of.
There you have it. One of my many
Sunday, July 3, 2011
First tooth and 6 month check up
Adam got his first tooth on June 26th. Just three days after he turned 6 months! It was a sad time for him, as he seemed to be in a lot of pain from it. He didn't sleep well for about three nights straight, but as soon as it came through a bit more, our happy little guy came back! I can't believe my baby has a tooth already!
We had Adam's 6 month appt on June 27th and due to his irritability and a slight sore throat, we postponed shots for about a week and half as to not make him even more miserable.
Stats for his 6 month check up:
Adam was 18lbs 6 oz (75%)
He was 25 1/2 " long (50%)
His head was 43.5 cm (50%)
He sure is a growing boy! We won't go back until his 9 month check up, so I'm assuming these numbers will be quite different then!
We had Adam's 6 month appt on June 27th and due to his irritability and a slight sore throat, we postponed shots for about a week and half as to not make him even more miserable.
Stats for his 6 month check up:
Adam was 18lbs 6 oz (75%)
He was 25 1/2 " long (50%)
His head was 43.5 cm (50%)
He sure is a growing boy! We won't go back until his 9 month check up, so I'm assuming these numbers will be quite different then!
Friday, June 24, 2011
Wife/Mommy fail and weekend plans
I got so completely wrapped up in Adam's Baptism and brunch this weekend that I didn't even stop to take a picture of Adam and Hubby on Hubby's first fathers day!!! Major Fail....... Sorry Hubby.... better luck next year! :-)
In other news, I can redeem myself for Hubby's b-day on July 2nd.... any suggestions for a cute inexpensive homemade gift? He already got his big gift.
We've got big plans this weekend. It's suppose to be pretty nice (mid 70's and no rain) for a chance, so we're going to take full advantage. Hubby's big thing is cars and he wanted to go to a car show for his b-day but the closest one he could find around his b-day is this weekend, so we'll be spending the majority of Saturday at said show. After we return home, we have a BBQ lunch/dinner thing at a friends house. I'm so excited for Adam to get to "play" with other little kids. Our friends have a 1 year old and their friends have a couple kids as well. I'm hoping nap time goes well tomorrow so that he can have some fun!
Sunday we will probably go out for breakfast and attend church. So it's a pretty relaxing day and we're excited about that. Hubby's been super busy with homework for his masters and with work, so we haven't gotten to see him much this past week. He's definitely working hard and we're so proud of him, but we also cannot wait until he's finished with classes! Come on May 2012! :-)
Have a great weekend!
In other news, I can redeem myself for Hubby's b-day on July 2nd.... any suggestions for a cute inexpensive homemade gift? He already got his big gift.
We've got big plans this weekend. It's suppose to be pretty nice (mid 70's and no rain) for a chance, so we're going to take full advantage. Hubby's big thing is cars and he wanted to go to a car show for his b-day but the closest one he could find around his b-day is this weekend, so we'll be spending the majority of Saturday at said show. After we return home, we have a BBQ lunch/dinner thing at a friends house. I'm so excited for Adam to get to "play" with other little kids. Our friends have a 1 year old and their friends have a couple kids as well. I'm hoping nap time goes well tomorrow so that he can have some fun!
Sunday we will probably go out for breakfast and attend church. So it's a pretty relaxing day and we're excited about that. Hubby's been super busy with homework for his masters and with work, so we haven't gotten to see him much this past week. He's definitely working hard and we're so proud of him, but we also cannot wait until he's finished with classes! Come on May 2012! :-)
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
6 Months
Dear Adam,
Where does the time go? Seriously, you are a 6 month old baby? I no longer have a newborn or an infant! I cannot believe how fast the last 6 months have gone, but I know the next 6 will probably go just as quickly. Your personality is really showing these days and we are so lucky to have such a wonderful baby! You seem to learn new things everyday. I know all moms say that, but really, I know you're going to be so intelligent, because you already are!
We haven't had your 6 month appointment yet, but I know you're going to be weighing at least 17-18 lbs. Not sure on your length, but I'll make sure to fit that in here after next Monday. You're wearing sizes 6 months, 9 months and even a lot of 12 months. Your 6 month stuff only fits if it is Carters brand, and even that is getting too small. Your 9 month clothes fit really well and some of your 12 month stuff (onesies, shorts, etc...) fits just fine. A lot of shorts do not fit you if they aren't at least 9 months and sometimes those don't even fit. Your belly is just too big for them, but that's ok! You are adorable nonetheless. You're still in a size 3 diaper, but I'm assuming we will quickly move to the size 4 soon.
You can sit perfectly now, but when you get bored of sitting, you just fall over. Just yesterday, you decided that everyone would be better done standing. You try as hard as you can to pull up on mommy, your bumbo and your play gym, and when you get to a stand you get so excited that you fall. You still need help standing as you are very shaky, but I'm impressed for 6 months! No signs of crawling yet, but I'm sure you will do that when you're ready.
You've learned what whining will get you. You whine when you don't get what you want and you give the saddest face, though we know it's completely fake. You get really excited when Daddy gets home at the end of the day and you always greet him with a huge smile and even some giggles from time to time. Speaking of giggling, you like to do it all of the time! Everything is funny, especially when someone makes silly faces. You've mastered holding your hands out whenever someone comes in the room to see if they will pick you up. You're also starting to clap. We always sing Patty cake Patty cake and we always clap and say yeahhhh when you do something really well. Sometimes you will do it directly after we do it, otherwise you will do it on your own.
You've begun to explore the kitties and your puppy more. Everytime they come into the room you stop what you're doing and watch them. Allie and Bear get close enough for you to "pet" them and grab their hair and neither seem to mind.
You officially HATE sleeping on your back. You never sleep on your back anymore, so we just automatically place you on your tummy to sleep. If we do place you on your back, you think it's time to play, so you lay there chattering and playing with your feet. Speaking of feet, you always want to try to eat them.
Here's what' you've been up to this month, Adam:
Your routine is starting to straighten out. You are eating a 6-7oz bottle at approximately 7am, followed by some oatmeal and a fruit, then bottles 10am, 1pm, 4pm, then a dinner of veggies at 5:30, bath at 6:30 followed by your 8oz bottle with oatmeal. You sleep from 7pm-5:30am most nights, though mommy wishes you would sleep until at least 6. I know I know, I shouldn't complain! You've moved to the big bathtub because you've outgrown your infant one.
You were baptized on Father's day and everyone said how good of a baby you are. You didn't cry one bit during the baptismal or the rest of church.
So many people still think you're a girl and then when they find out your a boy, they say that you're too pretty to be a boy.
Little boy, you are the joy of our lives. Thank you for being apart of our family and making it that much better. I cannot wait to see the little boy you are growing into in another 6 months! Happy 1/2 birthday little man!
Where does the time go? Seriously, you are a 6 month old baby? I no longer have a newborn or an infant! I cannot believe how fast the last 6 months have gone, but I know the next 6 will probably go just as quickly. Your personality is really showing these days and we are so lucky to have such a wonderful baby! You seem to learn new things everyday. I know all moms say that, but really, I know you're going to be so intelligent, because you already are!
We haven't had your 6 month appointment yet, but I know you're going to be weighing at least 17-18 lbs. Not sure on your length, but I'll make sure to fit that in here after next Monday. You're wearing sizes 6 months, 9 months and even a lot of 12 months. Your 6 month stuff only fits if it is Carters brand, and even that is getting too small. Your 9 month clothes fit really well and some of your 12 month stuff (onesies, shorts, etc...) fits just fine. A lot of shorts do not fit you if they aren't at least 9 months and sometimes those don't even fit. Your belly is just too big for them, but that's ok! You are adorable nonetheless. You're still in a size 3 diaper, but I'm assuming we will quickly move to the size 4 soon.
You can sit perfectly now, but when you get bored of sitting, you just fall over. Just yesterday, you decided that everyone would be better done standing. You try as hard as you can to pull up on mommy, your bumbo and your play gym, and when you get to a stand you get so excited that you fall. You still need help standing as you are very shaky, but I'm impressed for 6 months! No signs of crawling yet, but I'm sure you will do that when you're ready.
You've learned what whining will get you. You whine when you don't get what you want and you give the saddest face, though we know it's completely fake. You get really excited when Daddy gets home at the end of the day and you always greet him with a huge smile and even some giggles from time to time. Speaking of giggling, you like to do it all of the time! Everything is funny, especially when someone makes silly faces. You've mastered holding your hands out whenever someone comes in the room to see if they will pick you up. You're also starting to clap. We always sing Patty cake Patty cake and we always clap and say yeahhhh when you do something really well. Sometimes you will do it directly after we do it, otherwise you will do it on your own.
You've begun to explore the kitties and your puppy more. Everytime they come into the room you stop what you're doing and watch them. Allie and Bear get close enough for you to "pet" them and grab their hair and neither seem to mind.
You officially HATE sleeping on your back. You never sleep on your back anymore, so we just automatically place you on your tummy to sleep. If we do place you on your back, you think it's time to play, so you lay there chattering and playing with your feet. Speaking of feet, you always want to try to eat them.
Here's what' you've been up to this month, Adam:
Your routine is starting to straighten out. You are eating a 6-7oz bottle at approximately 7am, followed by some oatmeal and a fruit, then bottles 10am, 1pm, 4pm, then a dinner of veggies at 5:30, bath at 6:30 followed by your 8oz bottle with oatmeal. You sleep from 7pm-5:30am most nights, though mommy wishes you would sleep until at least 6. I know I know, I shouldn't complain! You've moved to the big bathtub because you've outgrown your infant one.
You were baptized on Father's day and everyone said how good of a baby you are. You didn't cry one bit during the baptismal or the rest of church.
So many people still think you're a girl and then when they find out your a boy, they say that you're too pretty to be a boy.
Little boy, you are the joy of our lives. Thank you for being apart of our family and making it that much better. I cannot wait to see the little boy you are growing into in another 6 months! Happy 1/2 birthday little man!
Love,
Mommy & Daddy
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