Friday, December 23, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Sleep Patterns
While we were on The Mail Box Store retreat, you decided you didn't want to nap like you usually do - about three times a day. You only napped once, after lunch. I was shocked, mainly because you handled the one nap time so well. It also made me happy, you're always one step ahead of me, lol. I was planning on restructuring your day once the new year hit so that you only took one nap a day anyways. I figured it'd be the perfect time because I'd be student teaching so you'd have a set time to be at Nana's house and picked up at a usual time.
Things had been going pretty well, although I found out the last few days you've been taking two naps a day, which was thrown off your night sleeping. Having you in the same room as us keeps me more alerted to you I think. Just you sleeping in general has. I sleep so lightly now that it's like I'm just waiting on you to move or make a noise.
When you wake up at night, or if you're not quite ready for bed at night, you've created this habit of hitting your head against the wall - not sure who taught you that one, but you find it hilarious.
I love the nights you get slap happy, you are so funny. You know if you stop you'll pass out so you do whatever you can to keep moving. You get so silly that anyone watching you can't do anything but play and be goofy with you back. I love it.
Things had been going pretty well, although I found out the last few days you've been taking two naps a day, which was thrown off your night sleeping. Having you in the same room as us keeps me more alerted to you I think. Just you sleeping in general has. I sleep so lightly now that it's like I'm just waiting on you to move or make a noise.
When you wake up at night, or if you're not quite ready for bed at night, you've created this habit of hitting your head against the wall - not sure who taught you that one, but you find it hilarious.
I love the nights you get slap happy, you are so funny. You know if you stop you'll pass out so you do whatever you can to keep moving. You get so silly that anyone watching you can't do anything but play and be goofy with you back. I love it.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
November Weekends
Already this month has been crazy and we haven't quite made it to the halfway mark. Last weekend we had a marriage retreat so you stayed with Aunt Aly and Aunt Kristen. This weekend we're going to Miami for our LAM interviews, you're staying with Gamma and Paupau Taylor. Next weekend we're going to Lake Williamson with The Mail Box Store crew for a work retreat and Holiday's party - but that weekend trip you get to spend with us. Then it's Thanksgiving and then it'll be December and time for Christmas.
On top of all these trips, we've been packing and moving and storing our stuff so that we could move into the Wagner's basement. I feel like there's been no time to really spend with you, so every moment I have alone that I get extra, I take it. Yes that has included skipping class a few times - so please if I ever get on your case in college about this (we'll talk about you doing it in high school!) remind me of how I was in college!!
One of my favorite times to soak up is in the morning - you have made waking up more bearable than I ever imagined it would be. I love coming into your room and tickling you or scratching/rubbing your back to wake you up and to see that dazed look on your face as you try and figure out what the heck is going on! It's my time to spend with you one on one, we talk and giggle, depending on how you slept and time you went to bed you may be more cranky than usual. You never forget to remind me to grab your buddy (your penguin blanket) and you usually like to just sit in my lap for a few minutes (as long as I'm not running late) in the car before we strap in and head out. Of course, you always break a piece of my heart when you leap out of my arms to Pauletta's when we get to her house, but you never fail to at least give me hug or two, and occasionally a kiss. I'm usually okay with it though because I get my kiss before we leave after I've strapped you in.
It's hard to be a working mom, because I want to spend every waking moment with you. But it's also hard to keep you entertained when we are together, especially since one of the main ways you enjoy life is by being chased. I'm not sure what LAM holds in our future down in Costa Rica ... maybe I can be more of a stay-at-home mom, but I also wonder about my calling as a Missionary - always have wondered this since I first felt the call from God in 2004 - and it's simply: what is my call as a missionary?
Ethan, I can't wait for you to begin to experience life at it's fullest, and I've already been preparing myself for you as an older child and how to introduce God to you and His plans for our lives. I hope you can one day understand this and always remember it.
I love you son. You are my world.
On top of all these trips, we've been packing and moving and storing our stuff so that we could move into the Wagner's basement. I feel like there's been no time to really spend with you, so every moment I have alone that I get extra, I take it. Yes that has included skipping class a few times - so please if I ever get on your case in college about this (we'll talk about you doing it in high school!) remind me of how I was in college!!
One of my favorite times to soak up is in the morning - you have made waking up more bearable than I ever imagined it would be. I love coming into your room and tickling you or scratching/rubbing your back to wake you up and to see that dazed look on your face as you try and figure out what the heck is going on! It's my time to spend with you one on one, we talk and giggle, depending on how you slept and time you went to bed you may be more cranky than usual. You never forget to remind me to grab your buddy (your penguin blanket) and you usually like to just sit in my lap for a few minutes (as long as I'm not running late) in the car before we strap in and head out. Of course, you always break a piece of my heart when you leap out of my arms to Pauletta's when we get to her house, but you never fail to at least give me hug or two, and occasionally a kiss. I'm usually okay with it though because I get my kiss before we leave after I've strapped you in.
It's hard to be a working mom, because I want to spend every waking moment with you. But it's also hard to keep you entertained when we are together, especially since one of the main ways you enjoy life is by being chased. I'm not sure what LAM holds in our future down in Costa Rica ... maybe I can be more of a stay-at-home mom, but I also wonder about my calling as a Missionary - always have wondered this since I first felt the call from God in 2004 - and it's simply: what is my call as a missionary?
Ethan, I can't wait for you to begin to experience life at it's fullest, and I've already been preparing myself for you as an older child and how to introduce God to you and His plans for our lives. I hope you can one day understand this and always remember it.
I love you son. You are my world.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
"Meant to Be"
Ethan Clyde, I pray that if there is ever a day when you question your existence that God reminds you that you were meant to be and that you have a purpose (even if He may not be revealing it to you right then).
"Long before you drew your first breath
a dream was coming true.
God wanted to give a gift to the world
so He wrapped it up in you.
Every step that you've taken,
every move that you make
is part of His plan.
You were meant to be touching
the lives that you touch.
And meant to be here
making this world so much more
than it would be without you in it.
You were meant to be bringing
the gifts that you bring
and singing the songs
you've been given to sing.
You are perfectly, wonderfully,
beautifully meant to be.
You were meant to be.
Long before you took your first fall
you stumbled to the ground.
God started telling the story of you
to the angels all around.
Every failure and victory,
everything in between.
It's all in His hands.
You were meant to be touching
the lives that you touch.
And meant to be here
making this world so much more
than it would be without you in it.
You were meant to be bringing
the gifts that you bring
and singing the songs
you've been given to sing.
You are perfectly, wonderfully,
beautifully meant to be.
You were meant to be.
For every breath that your taking
and every move that you make,
it's a meaningful life you've been given
- Live it well!
You were meant to be touching
the lives that you touch.
And meant to be here
making this world so much more
than it would be without you in it.
You were meant to be bringing
the gifts that you bring
and singing the songs
you've been given to sing.
You are perfectly, wonderfully,
beautifully meant to be.
You were meant to be."
~Steven Curtis Chapman
"Long before you drew your first breath
a dream was coming true.
God wanted to give a gift to the world
so He wrapped it up in you.
Every step that you've taken,
every move that you make
is part of His plan.
You were meant to be touching
the lives that you touch.
And meant to be here
making this world so much more
than it would be without you in it.
You were meant to be bringing
the gifts that you bring
and singing the songs
you've been given to sing.
You are perfectly, wonderfully,
beautifully meant to be.
You were meant to be.
Long before you took your first fall
you stumbled to the ground.
God started telling the story of you
to the angels all around.
Every failure and victory,
everything in between.
It's all in His hands.
You were meant to be touching
the lives that you touch.
And meant to be here
making this world so much more
than it would be without you in it.
You were meant to be bringing
the gifts that you bring
and singing the songs
you've been given to sing.
You are perfectly, wonderfully,
beautifully meant to be.
You were meant to be.
For every breath that your taking
and every move that you make,
it's a meaningful life you've been given
- Live it well!
You were meant to be touching
the lives that you touch.
And meant to be here
making this world so much more
than it would be without you in it.
You were meant to be bringing
the gifts that you bring
and singing the songs
you've been given to sing.
You are perfectly, wonderfully,
beautifully meant to be.
You were meant to be."
~Steven Curtis Chapman
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
1 year, 1 week
I was looking at your 1 week pictures (blog post) and remembering how awesome that first week of life was with you. The thing I miss the most, is cuddling you on my chest so you would sleep. My favorite, funny moment was falling asleep with my mouth on your head and drooling all over you. The thing I don't miss is the lack of sleep from waking up every four hours to feed you (oh and the nursing, while it was nice to know you were getting everything that you needed completely that way, it was really not as enjoyable as I thought it would be).
The thing I love the most about you know is your handsome smile, not the "not showing my teeth" (which is funny because your Grandpa Milligan does that smile and I used to when I was in middle school) but your "I'm so happy I can't keep my mouth closed" smile. My favorite, funny moment I love now is watching you play and run around ... and some of the faces you make and things you do, it just makes me wonder "what is going through your head!" The thing I won't miss is the face hitting. For whatever reason, you enjoy "clapping" my face with open palms and even with toys in your hands. You've knocked my glasses off my face a few times and have hit me pretty good. Yep, won't miss that one bit :)
This last year with you has been such a joy and I can't wait for many more. I'm excited for us to go to Costa Rica and excited to see you learn and grow in the Lord from this experience like we are.
I love you ECT ... You make my world shine brighter!
The thing I love the most about you know is your handsome smile, not the "not showing my teeth" (which is funny because your Grandpa Milligan does that smile and I used to when I was in middle school) but your "I'm so happy I can't keep my mouth closed" smile. My favorite, funny moment I love now is watching you play and run around ... and some of the faces you make and things you do, it just makes me wonder "what is going through your head!" The thing I won't miss is the face hitting. For whatever reason, you enjoy "clapping" my face with open palms and even with toys in your hands. You've knocked my glasses off my face a few times and have hit me pretty good. Yep, won't miss that one bit :)
This last year with you has been such a joy and I can't wait for many more. I'm excited for us to go to Costa Rica and excited to see you learn and grow in the Lord from this experience like we are.
I love you ECT ... You make my world shine brighter!
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
"The One You Need"
It was written by Shane&Shane, dad to daughter so I changed the persons around to fit Ethan and me.
"Hey, hey, sweet (son)
I am so proud to be your (mother)
Each day's like a gift from God.
Hey hey sweet (son)
There's no music like your laughter
And your smile is like a rising sun.
You know I've loved you from the start
So come in close, take my hand
While (mommy) shares (her) heart.
I wish that I could be your everything
Be the one that gives you all the things you need
Sometimes I am gonna let you down
But there is One, if you just believe,
He'll be your hero like He's always been for me.
(Buddy), Jesus is the one you need.
No matter what you walk through
He will always love you
Just the way you are.
For there's nothing in this world
That I want for my baby (boy)
That you be happy ever after.
The story of your life is still untold.
I pray the King of all the universe
would make your heart His home.
I wish that I could be your everything.
Be the one that gives you all the things you need,
Sometimes I'm gonna let you down.
But there is One, if you just believe,
He'll be your hero like He's always been for me.
(Buddy), Jesus is the one...
Who will never leave, He's been there all along
Oh, when you're ready, you can find the Lord
I wish that I could be your everything.
Be the one that gives you all the things you need,
Sometimes I'm gonna let you down.
But there is One, if you just believe,
He'll be your hero like He's always been for me.
(Buddy), Jesus is the one you need."
"Hey, hey, sweet (son)
I am so proud to be your (mother)
Each day's like a gift from God.
Hey hey sweet (son)
There's no music like your laughter
And your smile is like a rising sun.
You know I've loved you from the start
So come in close, take my hand
While (mommy) shares (her) heart.
I wish that I could be your everything
Be the one that gives you all the things you need
Sometimes I am gonna let you down
But there is One, if you just believe,
He'll be your hero like He's always been for me.
(Buddy), Jesus is the one you need.
No matter what you walk through
He will always love you
Just the way you are.
For there's nothing in this world
That I want for my baby (boy)
That you be happy ever after.
The story of your life is still untold.
I pray the King of all the universe
would make your heart His home.
I wish that I could be your everything.
Be the one that gives you all the things you need,
Sometimes I'm gonna let you down.
But there is One, if you just believe,
He'll be your hero like He's always been for me.
(Buddy), Jesus is the one...
Who will never leave, He's been there all along
Oh, when you're ready, you can find the Lord
I wish that I could be your everything.
Be the one that gives you all the things you need,
Sometimes I'm gonna let you down.
But there is One, if you just believe,
He'll be your hero like He's always been for me.
(Buddy), Jesus is the one you need."
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
11 Months
I cannot even begin to fathom where these last 11 months have gone. I cannot even begin to fathom how you'll be a year in just a month. I know that time will continue to fly by me, and I already miss the times you used to cuddle with me and sit with me - all you want to do is play and run (which is really funny since you've just begun to walk!). I love that instead of giving me kisses you at least give me hugs, and they are the best hugs I've ever received in my whole life. I can handle not getting kisses (especially since they're still the open mouth kind!! Silly boy!) because I know eventually you'd be too big to give them anyway, but I hope you never stop hugging me! I'm excited for our future, I'm excited to continue to watch you grow and learn - it's such a fun process to relearn things with you.
I'm so excited for your first birthday. It's been so much fun to plan and I can't wait to see it in action.
I love you ECT, you make my world so much brighter.
I'm so excited for your first birthday. It's been so much fun to plan and I can't wait to see it in action.
I love you ECT, you make my world so much brighter.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
"I'll Show You How to Live"
I heard the sound of your first breath
a brand new life on your mother’s chest,
a beating heart, expectant eyes,
on the first day of your life.
I saw you take your first step
and I watched you run with no regret,
to chase your dreams and find true love
and the best is yet to come.
So come with Me,
I'll show you life
even better than this.
Come with Me,
I'll show you love
you didn’t know could exist.
Better than your first crush,
better than your first kiss,
I'll show you how to live.
Remember how you felt from across the room
when you realized someone had eyes for you?
And the way your heart sang 'cause you believed
you were worth something.
So come with Me,
I'll show you life
even better than this.
Come with Me,
I'll show you love
you didn’t know could exist.
Better than your first crush,
better than your first kiss,
I'll show you how to live.
Oh, I'll show you how to live.
'Cause I created your heart
that makes you feel.
I am the love that makes it real.
Oh, I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
So come with Me,
I'll show you life
even better than this.
Come with Me,
I'll show you love
you didn’t know could exist.
Better than your first crush,
better than your first kiss,
I'll show you how to live.
Oh, I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
~Sanctus Real
a brand new life on your mother’s chest,
a beating heart, expectant eyes,
on the first day of your life.
I saw you take your first step
and I watched you run with no regret,
to chase your dreams and find true love
and the best is yet to come.
So come with Me,
I'll show you life
even better than this.
Come with Me,
I'll show you love
you didn’t know could exist.
Better than your first crush,
better than your first kiss,
I'll show you how to live.
Remember how you felt from across the room
when you realized someone had eyes for you?
And the way your heart sang 'cause you believed
you were worth something.
So come with Me,
I'll show you life
even better than this.
Come with Me,
I'll show you love
you didn’t know could exist.
Better than your first crush,
better than your first kiss,
I'll show you how to live.
Oh, I'll show you how to live.
'Cause I created your heart
that makes you feel.
I am the love that makes it real.
Oh, I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
So come with Me,
I'll show you life
even better than this.
Come with Me,
I'll show you love
you didn’t know could exist.
Better than your first crush,
better than your first kiss,
I'll show you how to live.
Oh, I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
I am the One, I'm the One, I'm the One
~Sanctus Real
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Sloppy Kisses
You gave me two big kisses last night when I picked you up from the babysitter (aka Nana Pauletta). It took me by surprise! I picked you up and you leaned in and gave me two big open mouth drool kisses ... best thing ever!! I only wish there was a camera on hand to have captured that moment - but I know there will be plenty more to come!
You also have become a pro at pulling yourself up and standing. It's been so much fun to watch. We have a gate and you pulled yourself up and you got upset because you couldn't go anywhere or do anything else and you started to cry and from the other side of the gate it looked like you were stuck in jail! So cute!
Last night you found a shipping box, you flipped it over a few times and then you began to walk/push it around the dinner table.
I can't wait to get home from class tonight and get some more sloppy kisses and watch you move!
I <3 You, ECT.
You also have become a pro at pulling yourself up and standing. It's been so much fun to watch. We have a gate and you pulled yourself up and you got upset because you couldn't go anywhere or do anything else and you started to cry and from the other side of the gate it looked like you were stuck in jail! So cute!
Last night you found a shipping box, you flipped it over a few times and then you began to walk/push it around the dinner table.
I can't wait to get home from class tonight and get some more sloppy kisses and watch you move!
I <3 You, ECT.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Creepin Crawl
You are a mess ... you crawl all over the place, not really sure what you're looking for. Finding things along the way (mainly dog toys and bones) that make you think you've reached a goal. You only goal really is just to find things that will fit in your mouth for chewing purposes. My shoes, books, your toys, the dog's toys. I've begun to rearrange and move things around - I knew that day would eventually come, good thing I'm done with work so now I can really rearrange.
One of your favorite spots is the coffee table ... it has spaces between the bottom shelves .... you loooove crawling through those holes - or trying to.
On top of trying to get into everything that comes across your path, you're desperately trying to figure out how to stand up. You get up on your tippy-toes, but you just can't figure out how to get your hands off the ground so you can stand! So you get soooo frustrated!
Then ... don't even get me started on how clingy you are!! LOL ... it's cute, but can take a toll on me... For example (and I have to watch how often I do this with you because I really don't want to start any "bad" behaviors in you) but I set you down right by your dad and turned to go to the store and you had a melt-down. When I turned around and saw the look on your face - it said "Why are you leaving me?!". You grab onto my shirt and won't let go. I have to say, it fills my heart with pride when you refuse to go to anyone else, but it also takes a toll on me when you won't go to anyone else. It's a love/hate relationship!
I'm so excited for our upcoming adventures together now that I have more time free. Once I get past these 30 hours of observation, it'll be me and you baby everyday!!
Love you ECT.
One of your favorite spots is the coffee table ... it has spaces between the bottom shelves .... you loooove crawling through those holes - or trying to.
On top of trying to get into everything that comes across your path, you're desperately trying to figure out how to stand up. You get up on your tippy-toes, but you just can't figure out how to get your hands off the ground so you can stand! So you get soooo frustrated!
Then ... don't even get me started on how clingy you are!! LOL ... it's cute, but can take a toll on me... For example (and I have to watch how often I do this with you because I really don't want to start any "bad" behaviors in you) but I set you down right by your dad and turned to go to the store and you had a melt-down. When I turned around and saw the look on your face - it said "Why are you leaving me?!". You grab onto my shirt and won't let go. I have to say, it fills my heart with pride when you refuse to go to anyone else, but it also takes a toll on me when you won't go to anyone else. It's a love/hate relationship!
I'm so excited for our upcoming adventures together now that I have more time free. Once I get past these 30 hours of observation, it'll be me and you baby everyday!!
Love you ECT.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
6 months have passed....
I can't comprehend where the last six months have gone. I don't understand how you have gotten so big, how you've developed so much.
You are 6 months old...
**ok technically you've still got a few days, but I've got time to blog now and may not then :D ...**
The little things you do just astound me, grabbing your toes - you're not too big on eating them, but you do try :) - rolling constantly, working so hard to move, you constantly want to jump, you giggle and laugh all the time, gosh Ethan, everything about you just makes me happy and fills me with so much pride and joy. I didn't realize I didn't know what that meant or truly how it felt until I had you.
My heart swells when people talk about you and how awesome you are. People constantly ask me - what did you do?? - all I can answer is - we let him be himself and got lucky! - It's true, I'm not always sure I'm being the "correct" mom, but the mom I am sure has worked out beautifully! I listen to you and your needs instead of forcing things on you and it's been a great ride.
I can tell you'll be an adventurer, you already desperately desire to be into everything! I'm excited for that first moment when you can move freely on your own, just to see what it is you want to get into so badly!
I really thank God for you because you have brought so much light into our world. I love you ECT.
You are 6 months old...
**ok technically you've still got a few days, but I've got time to blog now and may not then :D ...**
The little things you do just astound me, grabbing your toes - you're not too big on eating them, but you do try :) - rolling constantly, working so hard to move, you constantly want to jump, you giggle and laugh all the time, gosh Ethan, everything about you just makes me happy and fills me with so much pride and joy. I didn't realize I didn't know what that meant or truly how it felt until I had you.
My heart swells when people talk about you and how awesome you are. People constantly ask me - what did you do?? - all I can answer is - we let him be himself and got lucky! - It's true, I'm not always sure I'm being the "correct" mom, but the mom I am sure has worked out beautifully! I listen to you and your needs instead of forcing things on you and it's been a great ride.
I can tell you'll be an adventurer, you already desperately desire to be into everything! I'm excited for that first moment when you can move freely on your own, just to see what it is you want to get into so badly!
I really thank God for you because you have brought so much light into our world. I love you ECT.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Working vs Stay-At-Home
I don't care what your father says about me having to work. If I could choose, I'd spend every day with you. I love it even more now that you're active and playful. We roll on the floor together, bounce up and down. I'm totally loving it. I feel like everyday spent away from you I miss out on something. I'm so excited you rolled over when I was with you. I was terrified I'd miss this amazing moment in your growth. I also feel like you respond to me more now that I'm always with you. Maybe that's just me though....
I just continue to pray that when we move, Dad will be paid more than enough that I can stay home.... It's not like I really bring much in now anyways, but it stinks that money is so tight for us. I don't want you to grow up like that. I want you to be financially secure in the sense that we're not constantly scraping for funds. I do have to say, God has always provided for us, we've never been without when we needed something. I don't desire the things of the world, but I do desire to not have to worry when the next time I can grocery shop will be.
Sorry if this entry is such a downer, I really didn't mean it to be ... it's just this scenario has really been on my heart a lot lately and I wish I knew how to fix it for us, but it boils down to I can't have cake and pie, I have to choose.
I love you ECT.
I just continue to pray that when we move, Dad will be paid more than enough that I can stay home.... It's not like I really bring much in now anyways, but it stinks that money is so tight for us. I don't want you to grow up like that. I want you to be financially secure in the sense that we're not constantly scraping for funds. I do have to say, God has always provided for us, we've never been without when we needed something. I don't desire the things of the world, but I do desire to not have to worry when the next time I can grocery shop will be.
Sorry if this entry is such a downer, I really didn't mean it to be ... it's just this scenario has really been on my heart a lot lately and I wish I knew how to fix it for us, but it boils down to I can't have cake and pie, I have to choose.
I love you ECT.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
My Selfish Heart
I've been a bad mother and I did it so I wouldn't hurt. I pushed you away because I thought "maybe if I don't spend time with you, I won't be attached, then when I go to work I won't feel so bad about leaving you". I was telling myself that you didn't know me because I was always working and never with you anymore. I lied to myself to keep me from hurting and in turn I hurt you.
Yet, when I realized that I was being selfish and was essentially hurting you more, you took me back with open arms. You accept me with all my fears, faults, and failures with your simple, yet beautiful smile.
Ethan Clyde, I truly love you more than you can imagine. Nothing will ever change that. I'm sorry for my selfish heart. I still don't want to leave you and I hate the fact that I will have to get a second job to bring in money for us, but I do it for you. Don't ever stop smiling at me.
Yet, when I realized that I was being selfish and was essentially hurting you more, you took me back with open arms. You accept me with all my fears, faults, and failures with your simple, yet beautiful smile.
Ethan Clyde, I truly love you more than you can imagine. Nothing will ever change that. I'm sorry for my selfish heart. I still don't want to leave you and I hate the fact that I will have to get a second job to bring in money for us, but I do it for you. Don't ever stop smiling at me.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
3 Months
You are 3 months old today. I can't believe how much life has changed in those three months.
We went from a two person family doing as we pleased, to a three person family with our lives - especially mine - revolving around you.
That first month I'd spend every waking moment with you - and pretty much every sleeping moment as well. It got to the point where I had to say no and make your dad keep you for awhile so he could get used to doing things for you as well and I could catch some real sleep every now and then.
By the second month we had a routine down. You were able to sleep in your crib, you were on an eating schedule - 4 times a day and maybe once during the night. We took you out places and could feel a little more free with you. You began talking to us. You smiled whenever we talked to you. You found your hands and they found your tongue. You learned to laugh.
I can't begin to explain the joy you've brought our household. Your father and I find ourselves laughing in the middle of an argument because you decided to speak up. We find joy in the little things you do.
People already brag about you. I try to keep my head small from it all, but it's hard to not feel so much pride about how you're such a great baby. It makes having another child scary because what if they aren't as easy as you? We've truly been blessed by you Ethan Taylor. I pray that you can continue to bless those around you as you grow older.
We went from a two person family doing as we pleased, to a three person family with our lives - especially mine - revolving around you.
That first month I'd spend every waking moment with you - and pretty much every sleeping moment as well. It got to the point where I had to say no and make your dad keep you for awhile so he could get used to doing things for you as well and I could catch some real sleep every now and then.
By the second month we had a routine down. You were able to sleep in your crib, you were on an eating schedule - 4 times a day and maybe once during the night. We took you out places and could feel a little more free with you. You began talking to us. You smiled whenever we talked to you. You found your hands and they found your tongue. You learned to laugh.
I can't begin to explain the joy you've brought our household. Your father and I find ourselves laughing in the middle of an argument because you decided to speak up. We find joy in the little things you do.
People already brag about you. I try to keep my head small from it all, but it's hard to not feel so much pride about how you're such a great baby. It makes having another child scary because what if they aren't as easy as you? We've truly been blessed by you Ethan Taylor. I pray that you can continue to bless those around you as you grow older.
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