Spring Break

Went to the park yesterday. It's a nice park here in town with a pretty good walking trail, a playground and benches spaced just enough apart. Brandon was decked out in his little GAP sweater (thanks Aunt Jaime and Uncle Russ) and a knitted hat. He was so much fun. We sat and watched the kids playing on the playground. Brandon had lots of things to say and caught the attention of each passerby. Through some conversations with several walkers, I was reminded again of the blessing and sweetness of our baby boy. He's such a miracle (babies are in general). That moment has stuck with me throughout yesterday and today. We got home from the walk, and assumed our usual routine, dinner (spinach/peas/pears with a side of butternut squash) playing and then a bath. I guess the walk put muchkin man in a good mood too, because after his bath, he was all laughs, as you'll see in the video.

He's also getting closer each day to crawling. Being able to sit up on his own is old news now and he can do it in the blink of an eye. Now he goes up on all fours, if only for a brief moment. When he realizes he can't get anywhere, it kinda makes him mad and he looks at me and usually vents his frustrations in the form of a scream. He's quite proficient when it comes to playing peek-a-boo and is losing his tolerance of mommy smothering him with kisses (I just can't help myself).

Finally, I have to address a certaidn situation that recently made my appreciaton for my husband grow. Now, my husband is pretty great. He does laundry (including folding), picks up and cleans the house, and for 9 + months he took over the litter boxes(medals should be awarded because the litter box is serious business). I knew he did all of this, and tried to always tell him thank you, but recently I've learned how spoiled I am. See, Dustin just got back from Dallas. He spent three days there. Three very LONG days. Don't get me wrong. Every moment spent with Brandon was wonderful and we played and played and played. But I missed that extra help and support. So, Dustin, thanks for being the best husband and dad.....we are glad you are home!