Hi buddy!
Man, this week has flown by. Your mom is so busy at work that the days go by so quick then our couple hours together at night are flying by. You know what I have found this week? You are getting so strong. When I hold your hands, you can pull yourself up. I really fear walking before crawling. But, when I put you in bed last night, you were on all fours so maybe crawling will happen soon. Who knows - I am not ready for either one. I just like having my little baby who likes to rock with his mommy. Let's see what we have been up to...
Monday -
You got to see a bunch of your family. We met your Auntie Sheila, Uncle Jeff, Jeremy, Cory, Lauren, Jake and Cindy for a family meeting about our Branson trip. We had dinner at the Varsity and you were in a normal high chair for most of the meal. You ate your puffs and some of daddy's french fries. You also drank a lot of water through daddy's straw. We need to get those darn sippy cups in your bag! After dinner, it was time for bed already!
Tuesday -
Time for your date with Grampa and Heather. We had company over - it was Book club night and you were a fussy pants to people. You would come in the kitchen with daddy and flash them all a big, flirty smile but then when they would look at you or talk to you, you would scream. It was funny being upstairs with people and hearing you talk to your daddy & him respond. You two are so cute together!
Wednesday -
Since I was so busy at work, you went to Grampa and Heather's again today. When I picked you up, you were sleeping in Grampa's arm wrapped in a blanket. Heather said that you said "Uh-oh." That wouldn't surprise me because I always tell you "Uh-Oh sketti Os." When we had dinner, it was our first dinner that was all "normal" food. I didn't give you any baby food. You had summer squash that I steamed and froze for you, plums I froze for you and then, you were eyeing my lasagna so you started eating that. See, we haven't been giving you much food but when I look at your paper, you are getting all sorts of stuff at Mary's. Today, you had eggs & toast for breakfast and one day this week you had fish sticks! You know how to chew now with your gums and you like normal food. You get better food than daddy and I do :)
Thursday
One more day at Grampa and Heather's house. Mary is going to think I am giving up custody of you to them :) When I picked you up from Grampa's yesterday, he said "If you need me to pick him up again, I will." I didn't think I would but work is so crazy that I worked until 6:00! I think Grampa probably liked having you around more than just his 1.5 hours on Tuesday. I got my hair cut and so I didn't get to see you from 8 am until 8:45 at night. I missed you so much. I called your daddy and he said you could hear my voice on the phone and you were looking for me. So, I had him put the phone up to your ear and I talked to you. Our first phone conversation! I talked, you smiled then said BLAHBLAHBLAH. :)
Well buddy, busy day tomorrow. You are going to the allergist then Mary's. Then, we are getting ready for our trip. Saturday morning, we are OFF. One full week of vacation in Missouri!
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
August 12 - August 15
Hi Baby Lijah!
Big news for you. This weekend, you started "talking." You always make a lot of noise. You always babble sounds but now, you are actually making syllable sounds that sound like talking. It sounds like "blahblahblahblah" but it is so cute to watch your mouth make "words." Daddy and I first heard it on Saturday but you may have started on Friday!
You are also really reaching to be picked up now. When Gramma Debbie was holding you on Friday, you literally reached for me. Daddy has seen you do it but it is the first time I have seen you reach for me. It was my birthday present because it warmed my heart!
We also had one of our first booboos. You hit your head on your crib rail while you were in there. First time that I can remember that I had to pick you up while you were crying because you hurt yourself.
So, what has been going on lately?
Thursday
I think you broke your Auntie Val's heart today buddy. We did a Skype with her and you just screamed. I thought it was because you were tired. You took a nappy and we called her again. You screamed again. I think the computer scared you. While Auntie Val's heart was breaking, my heart was swelling. You were grabbing on to me and wouldn't let go. Your daddy says you are becoming a momma's boy. I know that he means it that you are whiney and want your mommy. I don't think it is a bad thing - it makes me feel good that you want to be with me and be held by me.
Friday
Today was mommy's birthday and your daddy let me sleep in without taking care of you! I slept for HOURS. I had lunch with Gramma Debbie then we picked you up. We played for a little bit and we took pictures for my birthday (which I accidentally deleted - darn it) and then it was off again. You hung out with Brandi and Jeff while mommy and daddy went out for my birthday. Brandi said you were good but your darn mouth was bothering you and you wouldn't sleep even though you were exhausted. I think they had fun with you but I also think that they were TIRED when we picked you up :)
Saturday
Not much to tell ya buddy! Besides your talking, we just hung out picking up the house and running errands.
Sunday
It was cleaning day at our house. You slept, played and did your "job". I told you that everyone was busy today and your job was to be good. You listened well. Unfortunately, it was another first - Daddy put on Spongebob on TV and I let you watch it. You have seen cartoons before but this is the first time I knew we needed it on so you were entertained in your bouncer/walker and we could come in and out of the room. 8 1/2 months for me to become one of those moms. *hanging my head in shame* Tonight, daddy and I are going to dinner then a concert. Gramma Debi D is coming to stay with you. I am sure you will entertain her with your playing and talking. You have to love her up since she is leaving us soon! You also have to be a good boy!
Big news for you. This weekend, you started "talking." You always make a lot of noise. You always babble sounds but now, you are actually making syllable sounds that sound like talking. It sounds like "blahblahblahblah" but it is so cute to watch your mouth make "words." Daddy and I first heard it on Saturday but you may have started on Friday!
You are also really reaching to be picked up now. When Gramma Debbie was holding you on Friday, you literally reached for me. Daddy has seen you do it but it is the first time I have seen you reach for me. It was my birthday present because it warmed my heart!
We also had one of our first booboos. You hit your head on your crib rail while you were in there. First time that I can remember that I had to pick you up while you were crying because you hurt yourself.
So, what has been going on lately?
Thursday
I think you broke your Auntie Val's heart today buddy. We did a Skype with her and you just screamed. I thought it was because you were tired. You took a nappy and we called her again. You screamed again. I think the computer scared you. While Auntie Val's heart was breaking, my heart was swelling. You were grabbing on to me and wouldn't let go. Your daddy says you are becoming a momma's boy. I know that he means it that you are whiney and want your mommy. I don't think it is a bad thing - it makes me feel good that you want to be with me and be held by me.
Friday
Today was mommy's birthday and your daddy let me sleep in without taking care of you! I slept for HOURS. I had lunch with Gramma Debbie then we picked you up. We played for a little bit and we took pictures for my birthday (which I accidentally deleted - darn it) and then it was off again. You hung out with Brandi and Jeff while mommy and daddy went out for my birthday. Brandi said you were good but your darn mouth was bothering you and you wouldn't sleep even though you were exhausted. I think they had fun with you but I also think that they were TIRED when we picked you up :)
Saturday
Not much to tell ya buddy! Besides your talking, we just hung out picking up the house and running errands.
Sunday
It was cleaning day at our house. You slept, played and did your "job". I told you that everyone was busy today and your job was to be good. You listened well. Unfortunately, it was another first - Daddy put on Spongebob on TV and I let you watch it. You have seen cartoons before but this is the first time I knew we needed it on so you were entertained in your bouncer/walker and we could come in and out of the room. 8 1/2 months for me to become one of those moms. *hanging my head in shame* Tonight, daddy and I are going to dinner then a concert. Gramma Debi D is coming to stay with you. I am sure you will entertain her with your playing and talking. You have to love her up since she is leaving us soon! You also have to be a good boy!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
August 9 - August 11
Hi Baby Lijah!
Well, you are back in your routine and back at Mary's. She asked us what the heck happened to you during that week - she got back a baby who she didn't recognize. She didn't really appreciate the high pitch scream you picked up again :) Your daddy said she missed you a lot - she reached out and grabbed you and smooched you up. At night, we went out to dinner at Dundee Dell. We had a coupon and it was a momentous dinner - it was the first time that we specifically ordered something for you. We ordered you a bowl of homemade applesauce. You did really good eating at the Dell - some mashed up chili beans, applesauce, some strawberry dessert. Then, 2 more errands and a fussy Lijah was out past his bedtime. But, you woke up in the middle of the night in pain with your mouth. You had a bottle then back to bed.
On Tuesday, we went up to see Gramma Debbie at the hospital. She was feeling better and on her way home but she got to love you up & show you off to her coworkers. Then, we went out to dinner again- hopefully, the last time this week! We went to Malaras. You had some of their delish bread and we gave you a cheese stick to gnaw on. I knew you wouldn't eat it but I had to take a photo of you gnawing on something from Malaras. You had a couple bitty bites of manicotti meat and were drinking a lot of water. We wrapped it up by all 3 of us sharing a piece of cheesecake. You have this new noise you are making where you smack your lips. It is so CUTE! You went to bed and woke up around 10 screaming in pain. We numbed you up with Orajel and I put you in bed with us. You woke up again at 4:30 in pain. Darn it - I wish this teething thing would stop but I know that we are just beginning.
Today, nothing much happened. You were kind of fussy at times, happy Lijah at times and then just screaming to scream. You were just a roller coaster :) I took a couple of videos of you on your walker and daddy put your sunglasses on. Nothing like a nekked baby inside the house with his sunglasses on.
Well, you are back in your routine and back at Mary's. She asked us what the heck happened to you during that week - she got back a baby who she didn't recognize. She didn't really appreciate the high pitch scream you picked up again :) Your daddy said she missed you a lot - she reached out and grabbed you and smooched you up. At night, we went out to dinner at Dundee Dell. We had a coupon and it was a momentous dinner - it was the first time that we specifically ordered something for you. We ordered you a bowl of homemade applesauce. You did really good eating at the Dell - some mashed up chili beans, applesauce, some strawberry dessert. Then, 2 more errands and a fussy Lijah was out past his bedtime. But, you woke up in the middle of the night in pain with your mouth. You had a bottle then back to bed.
On Tuesday, we went up to see Gramma Debbie at the hospital. She was feeling better and on her way home but she got to love you up & show you off to her coworkers. Then, we went out to dinner again- hopefully, the last time this week! We went to Malaras. You had some of their delish bread and we gave you a cheese stick to gnaw on. I knew you wouldn't eat it but I had to take a photo of you gnawing on something from Malaras. You had a couple bitty bites of manicotti meat and were drinking a lot of water. We wrapped it up by all 3 of us sharing a piece of cheesecake. You have this new noise you are making where you smack your lips. It is so CUTE! You went to bed and woke up around 10 screaming in pain. We numbed you up with Orajel and I put you in bed with us. You woke up again at 4:30 in pain. Darn it - I wish this teething thing would stop but I know that we are just beginning.
Today, nothing much happened. You were kind of fussy at times, happy Lijah at times and then just screaming to scream. You were just a roller coaster :) I took a couple of videos of you on your walker and daddy put your sunglasses on. Nothing like a nekked baby inside the house with his sunglasses on.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
August 8
Dear Elijah Lang Brigham,
I am not a morning person but sometimes, I have to be with you. Your daddy and I made an agreement that he would watch you on Saturday mornings and I would watch you on Sunday mornings. So far, you daddy has been watching you both days but today, he must have been tired because you woke up and he kept sleeping. I changed you, fed you then we laid in bed together. You know what? As tired as I was, it was a great morning. We snuggled, I sang to you, you coo'd at me, I stroked your hair and you finally fell asleep. I was in an uncomfortable position so I rolled over and you woke up. Darn it! You laid there, you pulled my hair and talked to me for a bit before you fell asleep again. It was a great hour of just being with my son and trying to take as many mental snapshots of our time together as my brain could hold.
We went to breakfast and it was the greatest! We went to Amatos and it was so busy & loud. You were just overwhelmed by all of the activity. We were sitting by another little girl who appeared to be a tiny bit older than you. You guys were looking at each other, talking, smiling and making noises at each other. It was so darn cute. You ate some ice cubes (Yes, the boy who has a 1 degree tolerance for his formula was eating ice) and shared my pancakes with me. I took some pictures while we were there and already made my scrapbook page.
Other than that, it was a normal day! Fed you, nap, play time, eat more, suck on my chin and bite it, bath & bed. I have a busy week at work this week so I hope we can enjoy our evenings together!
I am not a morning person but sometimes, I have to be with you. Your daddy and I made an agreement that he would watch you on Saturday mornings and I would watch you on Sunday mornings. So far, you daddy has been watching you both days but today, he must have been tired because you woke up and he kept sleeping. I changed you, fed you then we laid in bed together. You know what? As tired as I was, it was a great morning. We snuggled, I sang to you, you coo'd at me, I stroked your hair and you finally fell asleep. I was in an uncomfortable position so I rolled over and you woke up. Darn it! You laid there, you pulled my hair and talked to me for a bit before you fell asleep again. It was a great hour of just being with my son and trying to take as many mental snapshots of our time together as my brain could hold.
We went to breakfast and it was the greatest! We went to Amatos and it was so busy & loud. You were just overwhelmed by all of the activity. We were sitting by another little girl who appeared to be a tiny bit older than you. You guys were looking at each other, talking, smiling and making noises at each other. It was so darn cute. You ate some ice cubes (Yes, the boy who has a 1 degree tolerance for his formula was eating ice) and shared my pancakes with me. I took some pictures while we were there and already made my scrapbook page.
Other than that, it was a normal day! Fed you, nap, play time, eat more, suck on my chin and bite it, bath & bed. I have a busy week at work this week so I hope we can enjoy our evenings together!
Saturday, August 7, 2010
August 7
Alert! Alert! Alert!
Tooth number two is poking through! Your bottom right tooth is poking out. I noticed it in the car today on the way to Lincoln. Such a big boy! I did give in and buy you some Baby Orajel. I fear you were beginning to be too dependent on the Jackie Daniels for reasons other than gum relief :) You were literally smacking your lips with it. It was so darn cute.
Let's see buddy - what did we do today? You woke up and hung out with Daddy then it was nappy time. When you woke up, we ran 2 errands and headed down to Lincoln. You hung out with Auntie Becky & Uncle Steve for a LONG TIME! We got there about 1:30 and picked you up about 6:30. We went to dinner and a movie while you played with them. We got a good report card - you gave them the full Elijah show. You squealed, laughed, growled, bounced in your bouncey chair, poo'd and rolled around nekked everywhere :)
After we left there, we went to visit Jess and Logan. You played with Logan's toys and we loved up Logan a bit. It was so funny to watch you guys when we put you next to each other. You both wanted to "Kiss" each other but it ended up just being you two trying to eat each other. We need to take you back when you aren't so tired so you two can play and I can take some photos!
That's about it buddy. We got home and it was bed time. Hope we have another fun day tomorrow!
Tooth number two is poking through! Your bottom right tooth is poking out. I noticed it in the car today on the way to Lincoln. Such a big boy! I did give in and buy you some Baby Orajel. I fear you were beginning to be too dependent on the Jackie Daniels for reasons other than gum relief :) You were literally smacking your lips with it. It was so darn cute.
Let's see buddy - what did we do today? You woke up and hung out with Daddy then it was nappy time. When you woke up, we ran 2 errands and headed down to Lincoln. You hung out with Auntie Becky & Uncle Steve for a LONG TIME! We got there about 1:30 and picked you up about 6:30. We went to dinner and a movie while you played with them. We got a good report card - you gave them the full Elijah show. You squealed, laughed, growled, bounced in your bouncey chair, poo'd and rolled around nekked everywhere :)
After we left there, we went to visit Jess and Logan. You played with Logan's toys and we loved up Logan a bit. It was so funny to watch you guys when we put you next to each other. You both wanted to "Kiss" each other but it ended up just being you two trying to eat each other. We need to take you back when you aren't so tired so you two can play and I can take some photos!
That's about it buddy. We got home and it was bed time. Hope we have another fun day tomorrow!
August 3 - August 6
Hi Buddy!
Well, you survived your whirlwind week of "Where in the world is Elijah?" since Mary was on vacation. While I miss Mary's routine, it was nice to have you around a bit more. I enjoyed spending more time with you - whether you were playing in my office while I worked or when we hung out together on my day off.
Tuesday - you hung out with Gramma Ruth & your Brigham family until 3 or so. Daddy took your bouncy chair with you so that you could hang out in there some of the time. Then, he picked you up and you hung out with Grampa Keith for a bit. I picked you up and you were nekked :) You have been a little accident prone lately if you are not completely covered by a diaper at all times.
Wednesday - you were home with me all day. You were going to hang out with Grampa Keith in the afternoon but you were being so good, I was actually able to work with no issues. You just played in your exersaucer, in your pack and play and slept. You were loud though - I was talking to a coworker and he probably thought you were trying to talk to him you were talking so loud. You took really good naps too! Yeah Elijah!
Thursday - you hung out with the Lucas girls. I am not sure what you did all day but I know you went to Burger King because I got the funniest picture ever! I know that you aimed and fired and got the girls all wet when they were changing you. I know that then you got them all dirty when they were changing you :)
Friday - I was off work so we slept in together - until 10:00. Then, we went shopping for winter clothes at the consignment store. We got you lots of good stuff for $1 each and I learned that I am an overall freak. You only got overalls - no jeans. We met daddy for lunch then it was nappy time again. After your nap, we went to visit Great Gramma. I enjoyed spending today with you buddy. I enjoyed snuggling up with you until 10:00. We had fun together. You hung out with daddy at night while I went out and I missed you!
I didn't take any photos this week but Kim sent me one from your Burger King visit and I have a scrapbook page to show you.
Well, you survived your whirlwind week of "Where in the world is Elijah?" since Mary was on vacation. While I miss Mary's routine, it was nice to have you around a bit more. I enjoyed spending more time with you - whether you were playing in my office while I worked or when we hung out together on my day off.
Tuesday - you hung out with Gramma Ruth & your Brigham family until 3 or so. Daddy took your bouncy chair with you so that you could hang out in there some of the time. Then, he picked you up and you hung out with Grampa Keith for a bit. I picked you up and you were nekked :) You have been a little accident prone lately if you are not completely covered by a diaper at all times.
Wednesday - you were home with me all day. You were going to hang out with Grampa Keith in the afternoon but you were being so good, I was actually able to work with no issues. You just played in your exersaucer, in your pack and play and slept. You were loud though - I was talking to a coworker and he probably thought you were trying to talk to him you were talking so loud. You took really good naps too! Yeah Elijah!
Thursday - you hung out with the Lucas girls. I am not sure what you did all day but I know you went to Burger King because I got the funniest picture ever! I know that you aimed and fired and got the girls all wet when they were changing you. I know that then you got them all dirty when they were changing you :)
Friday - I was off work so we slept in together - until 10:00. Then, we went shopping for winter clothes at the consignment store. We got you lots of good stuff for $1 each and I learned that I am an overall freak. You only got overalls - no jeans. We met daddy for lunch then it was nappy time again. After your nap, we went to visit Great Gramma. I enjoyed spending today with you buddy. I enjoyed snuggling up with you until 10:00. We had fun together. You hung out with daddy at night while I went out and I missed you!
I didn't take any photos this week but Kim sent me one from your Burger King visit and I have a scrapbook page to show you.
Monday, August 2, 2010
July 29 - August 2
I can't believe how time seems to have gone to so quickly since I wrote last! It has already been 5 days. Let's see what we have been up to...
Thursday - July 29
It was Mary's birthday so you took her a cake and a present. She said you were a fussy pants though - I think your mouth was sore so you were fussy! We had dinner then we went for a walk. We stopped at Great Gramma Faiman's house because it was her birthday too. We went to the park and played for a little bit. You took some good pictures :)
Your first slide ride!
Master of the slide!
Friday - July 30
After Great Gramma's, we hung out and ran errands tonight. We were on a mission to find you a walker like you have at Mary's. We did get you a Halloween costume but I am not sure if that will be the official Halloween costume. We went to Target and you got a new puppy toy. It says your name and sings to you. You love it!!
Your new toy. You walk around it and it is helping you to learn how to take steps.
Saturday - July 31
You hung out with Gramma Debbie all day while daddy and I went tubing. You were so tired when we picked you up. We missed Grampa's pig roast and I think he was bummed that he didn't have a chance to show you off. We will have to take you up there for a football game so you can see all of his friends.
Sunday - August 1
Daddy took care of you most of the day today. Mommy's arms were hurting all day. I don't know why. We went over to Gramma Ruth's for Tyler's birthday party. Your cousin is now 4!!! You are starting to get so big and I am not withholding your super cute clothes any more! I put you in your alligator bibs and matching shirt. TOO CUTE!! You were so fussy at night. You were up until 11:00 and it was the painful cries - not your tired cries. I wish we could put you to bed and have you wake up with a mouth full of teeth!! I feel so badly for you when you are in pain. Today was also the day your cousin Brandi turned 30. Happy Birthday to Brandi!
Cute alligator outfit photos:
Monday - August 2
Daddy was off work today because we needed a sitter for you today. You guys hung out at the courthouse because your daddy is a slumlord and he needed to evict his tenant. (haha! Daddy calls himself a slumlord - not your mommy calling him that) He said you were super good in court. You were about to fuss and the bailiff looked at you and you stopped. Already teaching you to stay out of trouble! In the afternoon, you hung out at the house with daddy and then we went out to dinner. You tried lots of new food tonight - shredded cheese from my salad, crouton from my salad, tiny little pieces of bread, a tomato, garlic mashed potatoes. You were all over everything :)
Cutie patootie Crab overalls -
I can't think of much else to tell you buddy. You are still growing like a weed, making lots of new noises and trying lots of new foods. I think you are eating less. Definitely way less bottles and eating fewer times per day. You are more playful and flirty. You love the puppies and kitties. You can't even eat dinner if they are moving around because you have to watch them. You love people and don't care who holds you most of the time. Daddy said that you were even reaching out for people to hold you when he took you to meet people at the bank. I think you are recognizing your name - you smile more when the bear says "Elijah". Your dad was holding you today over his shoulder and you were grinning at me. I thought "Man, he could be a Gerber baby. He is so darn cute." :)
A leftover photo from CocoKey - you riding out on daddy's shoulders!
Thursday - July 29
It was Mary's birthday so you took her a cake and a present. She said you were a fussy pants though - I think your mouth was sore so you were fussy! We had dinner then we went for a walk. We stopped at Great Gramma Faiman's house because it was her birthday too. We went to the park and played for a little bit. You took some good pictures :)
Your first slide ride!
Master of the slide!
Friday - July 30
After Great Gramma's, we hung out and ran errands tonight. We were on a mission to find you a walker like you have at Mary's. We did get you a Halloween costume but I am not sure if that will be the official Halloween costume. We went to Target and you got a new puppy toy. It says your name and sings to you. You love it!!
Your new toy. You walk around it and it is helping you to learn how to take steps.
Saturday - July 31
You hung out with Gramma Debbie all day while daddy and I went tubing. You were so tired when we picked you up. We missed Grampa's pig roast and I think he was bummed that he didn't have a chance to show you off. We will have to take you up there for a football game so you can see all of his friends.
Sunday - August 1
Daddy took care of you most of the day today. Mommy's arms were hurting all day. I don't know why. We went over to Gramma Ruth's for Tyler's birthday party. Your cousin is now 4!!! You are starting to get so big and I am not withholding your super cute clothes any more! I put you in your alligator bibs and matching shirt. TOO CUTE!! You were so fussy at night. You were up until 11:00 and it was the painful cries - not your tired cries. I wish we could put you to bed and have you wake up with a mouth full of teeth!! I feel so badly for you when you are in pain. Today was also the day your cousin Brandi turned 30. Happy Birthday to Brandi!
Cute alligator outfit photos:
Monday - August 2
Daddy was off work today because we needed a sitter for you today. You guys hung out at the courthouse because your daddy is a slumlord and he needed to evict his tenant. (haha! Daddy calls himself a slumlord - not your mommy calling him that) He said you were super good in court. You were about to fuss and the bailiff looked at you and you stopped. Already teaching you to stay out of trouble! In the afternoon, you hung out at the house with daddy and then we went out to dinner. You tried lots of new food tonight - shredded cheese from my salad, crouton from my salad, tiny little pieces of bread, a tomato, garlic mashed potatoes. You were all over everything :)
Cutie patootie Crab overalls -
I can't think of much else to tell you buddy. You are still growing like a weed, making lots of new noises and trying lots of new foods. I think you are eating less. Definitely way less bottles and eating fewer times per day. You are more playful and flirty. You love the puppies and kitties. You can't even eat dinner if they are moving around because you have to watch them. You love people and don't care who holds you most of the time. Daddy said that you were even reaching out for people to hold you when he took you to meet people at the bank. I think you are recognizing your name - you smile more when the bear says "Elijah". Your dad was holding you today over his shoulder and you were grinning at me. I thought "Man, he could be a Gerber baby. He is so darn cute." :)
A leftover photo from CocoKey - you riding out on daddy's shoulders!
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