Work

So my work has a policy that kids are not allowed inside. Today I had to run into work because I forgot a couple things there yesterday. I tried to sneak our little guy in and was successful until people came by my desk. Some work people finally got to meet him. He also met my work Gpa. They hit it off. Every one commented on how handsome he is. Not that we had anything to do with it but it still makes my heart happy.

Hair

So at some point over the weekend our little guy and I were cuddling and I was checking out his curls. They are itty, bitty, tiny curls. When you pull them out they are probably about 1 1/4 inches long. When they are all coiled up they are probably about a 1/2 inch long. I absolutely love his hair. He isn't a fan of having it combed, washed or played with. These pictures are not the best since I snapped them while we were cuddling.

Weekend

This weekend was great weather. So we spent some time out playing at the park, riding bikes, going for walks and playing soccer. Our little guy loves to be outside. He stands at the door saying "side".."side". So keep the good weather coming so we can play outside again.

My birthday

My birthday was this past Thursday. Earlier in the week Caleb told me I had an appointment on Friday at 3:00 and to find a baby sitter. He didn't give me any hints and said I would find out on my birthday what the appointment was for. I went on Friday to start laser hair removal. I chose to start with my underarms. The lady zapped me once ans asked how it felt. I told her I was fine. Well that one turned into a lot of zaps. It hurt but I am thinking about the long run and that is one less place I will have to shave. I would say that shaving is a con to being tall. There is just so much more to shave. I am pretty excited and was surprised with my birthday gift. Thanks to a great husband and son.

Letting it all hang out

This morning while I was getting our little guy dressed Caleb and I decided to let him go without his diaper for a few minutes. He has had a few issues down there that we thought could use some breathing room. It took him a minute but then he ran over to his trampoline. He was jumping and all of a sudden Caleb says look at him. Well he was peeing. He was on his tip toes trying not to get himself wet. It was funny and gross at the same time. Let's just say everything has been wiped down, spot shot, carpet powder, and vacuumed. We changed his socks and put a diaper back on him. For now there will be no more diaper less days.

Sharing

For the most part our little guy has been great about sharing. It might be because that is all he has ever known. Last night was a different story. I am not sure if it was Cars on the tv or having people over. Our little guy was not willing to share his gummy bears with anyone. We tried to tell him to share with his cousin and as soon as she would look away he would eat hers. We tried and tried to share but he wasn't having it. I hope this was a one time thing... Ha ha who am I kidding? I have to keep reminding myself that he is only two.

St. Paddys day

Yesterday was St. Paddys day and we really didn't do anything for it. I think our little guy is still too young to understand. I hope next year we can have green pancakes, eggs and milk. Maybe even start a tradition about a little leprechaun running around the house as we sleep at night.

Mommy

Doctor apt

So we went to the doctor today. He had 4 shots and is now running a fever. The doctor had warned us that he would run a fever after getting them. We are making sure he has meds in him to help. As far as the rest of his check up. Weighing in at 29.5 lbs puts him in the 70th percent area on weight. When I call him our little guy I am not referring to his height but after today he measured in at almost 32 inches he is only in the 5th percent. We also learned that he is really smart since his head circumference is in the 95th percent area. His short body has a big task of keeping his head up. Overall his apt went great. We set up a schedule for all of his remaining shots. Looks like we will be going back in May, July and next Jan. by that point he will be caught up to where he should be. After his apt we went to the Honda dealership to look at a new motorcycle Caleb wants. Our little guy loved all the bikes. We put him on one and he was not happy when we asked him to get off. See for yourself.

Nervous for tomorrow

So tomorrow we have our little guy's 2 year check up. This is the appointment we will start his immunizations. I know he will be fine but I don't know anyone that likes to see someone having pain inflicted on a little one. I am also thinking about the last appointment we went to and he told the doctor no and said she was bad. I am not sure if there are enough treats in the world to keep him calm and happy. Caleb is taking tomorrow off to go with us to the doctor. We have a few errands that have to get done tomorrow after our little guys appointment. I hope he holds up ok. I am keeping my fingers crossed that all goes well tomorrow.

All families

It makes my heart so happy that all of the families that have been on this wild adoption journey are finally home with all of the kiddos. It was a long, hard road and we all made it through. I just wish we all lived closer so we could all meet in person and re-unite our kids. All 10 families have grown so close and leaned/vented with each other. I am not sure how I would have made it through without the support of these wonderful people.

Sooo content

For the time being at least.

FAIL

Still being new to being a mom I sometimes find myself crying. I feel like I fail at times. When I cant console our little guy, when he gets angry no matter how hard I am trying to please him. When I have to say no. I by no means feel that he should be spoiled even though that is how he acts. I have to remind myself that he is only two. He still has no idea what I am saying most of the time. I love him more than I will ever be say in words. I just need to build my confidence that I am doing everything I can to be a good mom to our little guy.

Shorts

Today is a shorts kind of day.

Cousin night

Tonight Caleb's parents had all three little grand kids over. Caleb and I were able to have a date night which was great. I love how close in age all the little cousins are. Our little guy is the youngest but you can already see that he looks up to the other two. He copies what they do all the time. The went to a park tonight, ate dinner then had started a movie when we got there to pick him up. We were sent this picture while we were out and about. I am so thankful that our little guy is hope and gets to build these cute little relationships with his cousins.

His favorite movie...

Our little guy can not get enough of Cars. When we tell him no cars he makes the saddest face. It is pretty cute to listen to him say Mator. He says something like "Maymo". He runs up to Caleb or me and says "wewe" aka movie then without even thinking he yells CAR. He climbs up on the couch in the same spot every time and waits for it to start. When we do let him watch it we have to alternate between Cars 1 and 2 otherwise I am sure Caleb and I would go nuts. I guess this is one thing I never really thought about when I thought of being a mom. Learning that our little guy will have things that he obsesses over. I am pretty sure I have all the lines memorized from these movies and I have one little guy to thank. I can't wait to see what his next favorite thing is.

Last night at the doctor

So our little guy has had a cough, fever, and runny nose for the last week. Last night he had a fever over 100 and I was feeling guilty. We had been giving him meds for his cough and fever but I wanted to make sure there something else. We are still new at this parenting thing. We we finally got into the room and the doctor walked in our little guy was fine. As she moved closer to her he put his hand out and yelled no at her. After a couple of times yelling no he yelled that she was bad. All Caleb and I could do was laugh. Then I started thinking that he has a few shots coming up. We have not started any of his shots yet. If he thinks getting his ears and throat looked at is bad I am not looking forward to shot day. I just hope he is feeling a little better by then. I can only hope.

So loved

Today our little guy and I went to a shower. The shower was for us. All I can say is we are so loved. My mom's house packed with people. Some people I have not seen in years. I am so thankful for the people in our lives. We were given so many great things. I cannot wait for the weather to get warm so we can get outside and play with all of the new toys. Thanks to my mom, Laura and Braydee for putting the shower together. After everyone left my aunt and little guy spent some quality time watching his friends video.