5 months

Yesterday was Boo's 5 month birthday. Time goes by so fast. He is eating fruits, veggies, and cereal. He is still nursing and drinking pumped breastmilk while I work. He is happy and sweet and loves attention. He loves family gatherings and being held by different people. He loves his aunt Paulina. He really loves his cousin Mya. He enjoys watching her play, eating her toys, talking with her in their own special language. He loves mommy and daddy. He is so happy when he sees his daddy in the evenings. They have a special bond. Nathan buzzed all his hair off and Boo loves to rub Nathan's head. He laughs and cackles. Boo has started scooting around on the bed. He puts his nose in the bed and picks up his butt and scoots around. It's super cute. He likes crackley noises, like bags of chips. He likes to play and be entertained. He does NOT like to nap or lay down. He does NOT like if you take something away from him that he was enjoying. He does NOT like to have his diaper changed when he is very hungry. He does NOT like to take a bath by himself.

Just thought I would share with you about Boo. He is getting a sweet little personality already. With a little attitude on the side.

Pics

Supper is serious business for this little boy. You may notice that there is food on his feet. I just let him make a big mess and clean it up in the end.

This is Daddy time hanging out listening to music on the computer... and chewing your toes. This is after eating, so there is probably some leftover food in there.

Daddy love.

Busy Weekend

I probably use that title a lot, but our weekends have been really busy lately... We had a birthday party for Nathan's grandmother and my grandfather all together on Saturday at our house. It was really fun. They were like two little kids sitting there eating birthday cake big smiles on their faces. They are both 78 years old. They have done so much for us. They deserve our appreciation. Yesterday was church, then a baby shower for Charmaine. She is so cute! Her baby is due in 5 weeks. She is having a little girl.

This weekend is Mya's bday. Then Sunday is baby dedication at church and probably a family lunch after that. See why I need Fridays off?

I promise I will put up some pics soon. I have some cute ones. I just never get on the computer when I'm home. I'm like Mrs. Super Multi-tasker at home. Feed a baby, wash clothes, cook dinner, sweep the floor, etc. Busy busy bee!

Little boy is doing so much more now. He plays with toys, stands up (for a minute with help), sits up with help, smiles, laughs sometimes for no real reason, "talks", slaps, kicks, all that fun stuff!

Perceptions

It's funny how when times change, perceptions change. I know some people who have good incomes and live very simple lives. I could never understand why they didn't live in a fancy house and drive fancy cars. Don't they "deserve" nice things for working so hard? I thought, you can't take your money with you, why not spend it? Hmmm... Now with job loss being on the table, I understand those people.

I used to think it was perfectly acceptable for people to let babies cry themselves to sleep. I even laughed at family members who fed their baby at every wimper. I thought, it's good for kids to cry. It makes their lungs strong. They need to learn that they can't have their way. People always ask how the baby is doing. I say he's doing well and getting big. Then they ask how is he sleeping. Not so great I say. They judge me for not letting him cry. They laugh and say I must not be tired enough. I assure you. I am tired. Hmmm... Now that I have a child, I can't bear to hear him cry. It breaks my heart into a million pieces.

Last night was interesting. I came home, nursed Boo, we rested for a little while. When Nathan came home, I had him feed Boo, which was funny. Nathan can't hardly stand the mess that is made when Boo eats. Then Boo got sleepy and took a nap. We ate dinner and watched tv. Then the lights went out. It rained a lot here yesterday afternoon. Sometimes the transformers get water in them and them blow up. It was super loud. Then we talked and hung out in the almost dark. I took a shower in the almost dark. Then Boo woke up and I gave him a bath. He seemed ok, but after 1 minute in the tub, he started screaming. I quickly finished his bath. He kept screaming through getting dressed. I was singing to him while he cried. Then he immediately fell asleep at 8:00 pm. Up at 12, 2, and 5 am. Nathan thinks he shouldn't go to sleep so early. There is nothing I can do about it. Boo was crying and just passed out.

Tired

Nothing new going on here. Boo is still waking up all night. I'm still tired. I feel sort of like a zombie. I just don't think we should do any sleep training still. And I really don't want to try formula at night or switch up the breastfeeding.

Boo really enjoyed his supper last night! He had prunes and bananas and oatmeal. He was really opening up his mouth and wanting more. He has to get down to just the diaper to eat. He puts his hands in his mouth and then grabs his toes. So it's a big mess, but it's fun. Then he got sleepy and went to sleep before I could give him a bath. Then he woke up at 9:00 to eat, and I wiped him down with a warm wash cloth. He was too sleepy to take a bath.

Nice evening, rough night

We had a fun evening yesterday. Boo was happy. He ate prunes and peaches and made a giant mess. We snuggled and nursed and played and talked. It was nice to be home and hang out. Nathan even stayed in the house with us

Boo went to sleep around 8:00 for a little while. Then he was up and back down at 9:00. But he woke up quite a few times in the night. I'm pretty tired today.

Today is Papaw's birthday! Happy 78!

Trying to be happy

I'm really trying to be happy and not get depressed. I know I say it a lot, but I really don't like being away from my son.

So I'm going to list some positive things about my situation to bring them to light instead of being negative.
1. I'm so fortunate to have a wonderful healthy child. I really enjoy the time we have together.
2. I only work about 25 hours a week.
3. My hours are flexible. I just have to get my work done. I don't have to worry about being here at a certain time on most days.
4. Nathan and I are both off on weekends to spend time together.
5. We have lots of family and friends to support us.
6. We live in a nice home and have everything we need.

Ok I feel a little better now.