Ok, here's a gross story, but I figure it's ok cuz he's a baby and a boy!! Alex has had a runny nose lately due to the teething that constantly plagues our household. Well, it seems that he just realized that it is annoying when snot is running down your nose--not only that, but you can make it go away but sucking it back up!! What a cool trick, right? He seems to think so, cuz he will sit there and blow the boogers and snot in and out of his nose, over and over and over again. Ok, so I should probably wipe that nose right away, I know, but it is so hilarious to see the look on his face while he is doing this!! He concentrates so hard on this new skill, scrunching up his little face, putting all his energy into it, and when I do wipe his nose he gets all mad at me for taking away his new toy! Ahhh, boys will be boys.
Ryan and I were discussing this morning how we had better enjoy the way things are right now, cuz life as we know it could take a busy swing any day now...when this boy learns to crawl...Mommy all of the sudden will have very little free time!! He's trying so hard, too! Gave the little man a haircut Saturday. Looks pretty good if I do say so myself!
When you need something to teeth on almost anything will do! And Alex thought this "teether" was doubly fun, because it made nice loud noises when he banged it on the tray. It's funny how our house used to be so quiet...
Yesterday it was gorgeous outside--so gorgeous that we took a walk in the afternoon, and then a second one in the early evening! It was well past 60 degrees--I never did look at the thermometer, but it was wonderful. We opened the windows and got some air in the apartment--it was great! The little guy got to wear his Pooh hat to keep the sun out of his eyes--yes, that's right, the sun was shining in Michigan and it's not even May yet!! He was hilarious on the walk, too, he kept talking (loudly) to every dog and person we came across. And he kept laughing at Toby who was acting like a demon-possessed dog who had never been on a walk before in his life--it's like that every spring. Anyway, it's supposed to rain all day today, so we are going walking around Twelve Oaks Mall with some friends. And actually, it's supposed to get back down to 35 by Saturday, so the spring was short lived, but at least we got a little taste of what is to come!
My family has been concerned for a while that my children would turn into "city people" as we used say growing up. Like living in the city was a crime or something! Anyway, here's proof that my kid knows a bit about the country--look at that toy--you can't get much more country than a tractor, farmer, and farm animals! (Just don't anyone tell them that I'm taking him to the petting farm next month...)
Alex & Josh watching a Baby Einstein DVD together. 
"hey, friend or not, I had that first!" "Ummm, my house, my toy!"
okay, truce...can you teach me how to crawl??? then we can really have some fun!
Congratulations to our friends, Van & Sarah Andrews!! The adoption of their little sweetie, Catherine Grace, better known as Cate, was finalized yesterday! We have been praying with the Andrews for 20+ months for this adoption, and though it seemed as though it was taking way too long, here is a classic example of how God's timing is often different than ours, and definitely best! We are so happy for you guys and so glad that Cate is secure in a family that loves God & loves her!
There are some big things going on in the little man's life lately. First, he can sit up on his own! He still topples over every once in a while, but he's pretty steady. Makes him look like a totally different baby--all grown up! He's also cutting another tooth, as well as still struggling to crawl, and talking ALL THE TIME!! My personal favorite,though,is that he is napping less during the day and sleeping longer at night--this is wonderful!! We've been trying to teach him to clap his hands & wave hello--we'll keep you posted on the progress!
I knew all that junk that comes in the mail would come in handy some day!
Ok, Mom, a guy's trying to play here..."
Grams has to fly back to SC today. We had a great time hanging out, shopping, and playing games(though I didn't win a single one!). Alex was quite happy and very talkative all weekend, obviously enjoying his Grams. Don't worry little one, we already have plans for our next visit!!
Hey, Grandpa, look at me in my new vest that you and Grams got for me! Don't I look like a little man? I heard you're coming to visit me in a few months & I can't wait, I'm so excited!
Mom got here on Wednesday morning and we've been having a great time! Alex and his Grams get a kick out of each other and spend lots of time making funny faces at each other! Most everybody says that Alex looks like his Grams, and we think it's true.
"Happy Birthday to me, Happy Birthday to me..."
"Wait a minute...this says it was my birthday yesterday...but yesterday it was going to be my birthday tomorrow..."
"What??? Did you check the calendar??? There's no February 29th??? But that was supposed to be my 8 Month Birthday...So how old am I???"
