Jaiden turned 1 years old on Jan 12th. So amazing to think our lil dude is 1. When we heard him awake in the morning both Jess and I walked into his room singing HB carrying with us a huge bunch of balloons. Jaiden stared in amazement. He must of been thinking, "are you kidding me, I really get to have all these balloons to myself." Jess gave him a handful of balloons while he was still sitting in his crib. He laughed and laughed, not quite sure what to do. We sang HB to him over and over again.
For lunch Jaiden and Coco joined me at my office where we continued to celebrate. Lots of singing, playing, and gifting. The girls made him feel so special.
I could not get home fast enough from work that day to see the birthday boy...again! We played until dinner time. After dinner, Jess and I put a candle on his birthday cake. We videotaped the whole thing, a moment we will not want to forget. He was in awe of the burning candle so before he grabbed it, I blew it out. We then cut him a piece and plopped it right on his highchair and let him go for it. We expected more than we got. Jaiden was very careful, not aggressive whatsoever. I gave him a taste of the frosting from my finger to try to inspire him to dig in. That didn't really work. After some time he did get his hands filled with frosting and put some in his mouth in between the squishing between the fingers. When all was said and done he had a little frosting around his mouth, a few bites of cake, and his hands were covered with frosting. Easy wash. We took a quick bath and played with all our bath toys.
That evening when I stopped I quieted my mind to think about the last year. I thought about it all day long, but I really wanted to contemplate. Hands down this was the fastest year of my life. I reflected on the day Jaiden was born and what that whole experience was like. The emotional rollercoaster. I thought about our stay in Minnesota, how Jaiden came to be, and all the people involved. And then I thought about all the weeks that followed and how truly astonished I am at the growth of our lil son. The development is so remarkable. How did that little (or not so little) baby become a lil dude already...in just one year.
As Jesse said so eloquently the other night, "it is a privilege to be in the presence of Jaiden." How right he is, we are so privileged. I've said this before and I will say it again...I know people say Jaiden is so lucky but we are the lucky ones. This year he has brought us such incredible joy. Our hearts have expanded in ways we never knew were possible. We are captured and transformed by the way he effects us each and every day.
Happy Birthday dear son...Mommy and Daddy love you!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
ALMOST 1 YEARS OLD
Jaiden will be a 1year old in 4 days. I ask myself over and over again, how is that possible?
This year has gone by faster than any other year in my life. It seems like just yesterday when we got the call...and now a 1 year old.
I am filled with such joy as I plan for his 3 big days. The first day is Jan 12th which is his 1st BIRTHDAY! How I remember the minute he was born...I thought to myself now that is a beautiful big baby...he took up most of the bassinet they had him in. And I remember the minute the nurse looked at us through the window in the nursery and held up 9 fingers and then 1.3 fingers, telling us in sign language that our newly born baby boy weighed in at 9lbs 1.3oz. Jess and I stared through the glass into the nursery eyes only focused on our child until the time they wheeled him somewhere else and at that point our hands wanted to reach through the glass and keep him right there. We tried to plead with our eyes not to move him out of our sight but it didn't work. What a MAGICAL surreal night that was!
The next big event for us is his official court date celebration which is Jan 15th. We are thrilled that relatives are flying from out of state to join us. Just thinking about that day brings tears to my eyes. This is the day that we will be named Jaiden's parents. WOW...how we have waited for so long for this day. Everything does work out exactly the way it is suppossed to.
Last but certainly not least is Jaid's 1st birthday bash. Can't wait to celebrate Jaiden.
This year has gone by faster than any other year in my life. It seems like just yesterday when we got the call...and now a 1 year old.
I am filled with such joy as I plan for his 3 big days. The first day is Jan 12th which is his 1st BIRTHDAY! How I remember the minute he was born...I thought to myself now that is a beautiful big baby...he took up most of the bassinet they had him in. And I remember the minute the nurse looked at us through the window in the nursery and held up 9 fingers and then 1.3 fingers, telling us in sign language that our newly born baby boy weighed in at 9lbs 1.3oz. Jess and I stared through the glass into the nursery eyes only focused on our child until the time they wheeled him somewhere else and at that point our hands wanted to reach through the glass and keep him right there. We tried to plead with our eyes not to move him out of our sight but it didn't work. What a MAGICAL surreal night that was!
The next big event for us is his official court date celebration which is Jan 15th. We are thrilled that relatives are flying from out of state to join us. Just thinking about that day brings tears to my eyes. This is the day that we will be named Jaiden's parents. WOW...how we have waited for so long for this day. Everything does work out exactly the way it is suppossed to.
Last but certainly not least is Jaid's 1st birthday bash. Can't wait to celebrate Jaiden.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
THANKSGIVING
The week leading up to Thanksgiving was an extremely emotional week for me. I could not pull myself together. I would think about what I was thankful for this year and I would get overwhelmed and instantly tears would well up in my eyes, and my breathing would start to go awry. I had absolutely no control, it was as if my body was infiltrated with a deep rooted pumping drug right into my veins. It completely took me over. I was at the grocery store one night, just waiting in line with a million other people and tears came streaming down my face. I believe that a magazine cover with a Mother and child on it prompted this kind of reaction. All I could do was pray that the guy staring at me didn't know it was just a magazine! I was leaving for work one morning and my beautiful son Jaid hugged me as he has done before but for some reason it through me into an emotional explosion and I sat in my car...crying. Happy uncontrollable tears. By the time I got to work I looked like shit. One night when I was feeding Jaid and we were playing the dessert game, tears were rolling down my face, and he could not figure out why Mommy's face was wet and black stuff was running down her face. It was not pretty whatsoever. Jess said something nice to me in the morning before we started our Thanksgiving day and again I lost it. Geeze he was just saying that my outfit was cute and I went into a crying frenzy. Seriously if I needed meds, this was the week. I must say that all of the crying was because I am so grateful, so thankful and so happy!
There are certain times that make me reflect on life and this was one of them, however instead of lasting a day it lasted more than a week. This year in particular we are deeply thankful for our child Jaiden, Kelsie, our families, friends both old and new, our jobs, and so much more.
At 10months old Jaiden is "FREE STANDING" alot and for a long time. The other day he took two steps and a half while Jess and I were watching. We screamed with excitement. Although it was exciting it's a little difficult to not want it to slow down. I can not believe his development in the last month, it really is astonishing. He is a total chatter box, talk....talk...talk. He says "bye bye" sometimes, although Mommy and Daddy are the only ones to actually understand him. He says "ba" for his bottle, "uh" for anything and everything, "bu" for bird and "moo" for moon.
We bought Jaiden his first pair of walking shoes, although they are not specific "walking shoes." But who cares cause they are darn cute. He seems to like them even though they are a little heavy. It's funny to watch him as he slowly picks up his foot to move it forward. So methodical.
Jaiden now climbs the stairs from the entry way to the upstairs...a total of 15 stairs. It is adorable. If his Daddy is with him they race up them and of course Jaiden always wins.
The other day Jess and I got to talking about what our life was before Jaiden and the truth is neither one of us can imagine it. Our hearts are fuller than ever before and for that we are so thankful.
There are certain times that make me reflect on life and this was one of them, however instead of lasting a day it lasted more than a week. This year in particular we are deeply thankful for our child Jaiden, Kelsie, our families, friends both old and new, our jobs, and so much more.
At 10months old Jaiden is "FREE STANDING" alot and for a long time. The other day he took two steps and a half while Jess and I were watching. We screamed with excitement. Although it was exciting it's a little difficult to not want it to slow down. I can not believe his development in the last month, it really is astonishing. He is a total chatter box, talk....talk...talk. He says "bye bye" sometimes, although Mommy and Daddy are the only ones to actually understand him. He says "ba" for his bottle, "uh" for anything and everything, "bu" for bird and "moo" for moon.
We bought Jaiden his first pair of walking shoes, although they are not specific "walking shoes." But who cares cause they are darn cute. He seems to like them even though they are a little heavy. It's funny to watch him as he slowly picks up his foot to move it forward. So methodical.
Jaiden now climbs the stairs from the entry way to the upstairs...a total of 15 stairs. It is adorable. If his Daddy is with him they race up them and of course Jaiden always wins.
The other day Jess and I got to talking about what our life was before Jaiden and the truth is neither one of us can imagine it. Our hearts are fuller than ever before and for that we are so thankful.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
9 IS DEVINE
On Oct 12th Jaiden turned 9 months old. How is that possible?
Jaiden now weighs over 23lbs and is 30in long. Growing at a consistent rate. He had his immunizations at his 9month Dr's appt, along with a flu shot. He cried and I could barely stand it. I held him so tight and wiped his real watery tears as they poured from his eyes.
Jaiden now says, "da da " which of course just sends a warm chill though Jess. He cruises from one piece of furniture to another, pulls himself up, and makes all kinds of new sounds. It is really funny because you can see him thinking about his next step, whatever it is. When he is cruising he never just goes for it until he is certain there is a place for at least one of his hands. We can see his mind figuring it out. He gets so excited when he makes a transfer and expresses it by turning his head around to make sure someone is watching and then he cracks a huge smile. The other day he went from his tummy to his bottom, something he had not done before so of course now all day long he goes from his tummy to his bottom, over and over again. He is trying to climb up 2 stairs from the living room to the dining room. He can't quite get it but I am sure it wont' be long. The gates will be coming out the attic/storage soon.
A wonderful never to be forgotten moment was yesterday morning. We heard Jaid playing in his crib like he always does in the morning. We both approached his door and quietly opened it. As we started to sing our "good morning" song to him we were caught by surprise to see him "STANDING" in his crib holding onto the rail so proud. Yep "STANDING!" We cheered him on and yahooed him. It was very exciting for all of us. When I got home last night we had to adjust his crib for the second time so that his mattress is low to the ground for safety. Making sure he does not have an opportunity to escape!
A new situation has come up every time I take babylicious out of the bathtub. He screams so loud the neighbors probably think something fishy is going on. He LOVES the bath, and even if he is freezing, and his fingers look like prunes and his teeth are chattering he still does not want to come out. It's actually quite cute. The other day Jess and I had to stradegize about how we would take him out , I must say it worked somewhat now we just have to perfect it.
A year ago Oct 31st I received "the call' from my sister Gaby about Jaid. I remember clear as day, and I remember exactly what she said. I called my sister to tell her it was a year ago and we both reminisced about our phone call that day. The phenomenal thing is that now we have a 9month old son whom we love like no other.
Halloween was wonderful. We celebrated with some friends and family. Our "hood" is quite the place to be on Halloween. So much fun...Jaid went trick or treating in his pirate costume. Arr-He was so darn cute! This day meant so much more to me than just Halloween.
Every day we learn more and more about our little angel and every day we are so grateful. He brings with him more joy than we ever imagined, he makes our lives more complete!
Jaiden now weighs over 23lbs and is 30in long. Growing at a consistent rate. He had his immunizations at his 9month Dr's appt, along with a flu shot. He cried and I could barely stand it. I held him so tight and wiped his real watery tears as they poured from his eyes.
Jaiden now says, "da da " which of course just sends a warm chill though Jess. He cruises from one piece of furniture to another, pulls himself up, and makes all kinds of new sounds. It is really funny because you can see him thinking about his next step, whatever it is. When he is cruising he never just goes for it until he is certain there is a place for at least one of his hands. We can see his mind figuring it out. He gets so excited when he makes a transfer and expresses it by turning his head around to make sure someone is watching and then he cracks a huge smile. The other day he went from his tummy to his bottom, something he had not done before so of course now all day long he goes from his tummy to his bottom, over and over again. He is trying to climb up 2 stairs from the living room to the dining room. He can't quite get it but I am sure it wont' be long. The gates will be coming out the attic/storage soon.
A wonderful never to be forgotten moment was yesterday morning. We heard Jaid playing in his crib like he always does in the morning. We both approached his door and quietly opened it. As we started to sing our "good morning" song to him we were caught by surprise to see him "STANDING" in his crib holding onto the rail so proud. Yep "STANDING!" We cheered him on and yahooed him. It was very exciting for all of us. When I got home last night we had to adjust his crib for the second time so that his mattress is low to the ground for safety. Making sure he does not have an opportunity to escape!
A new situation has come up every time I take babylicious out of the bathtub. He screams so loud the neighbors probably think something fishy is going on. He LOVES the bath, and even if he is freezing, and his fingers look like prunes and his teeth are chattering he still does not want to come out. It's actually quite cute. The other day Jess and I had to stradegize about how we would take him out , I must say it worked somewhat now we just have to perfect it.
A year ago Oct 31st I received "the call' from my sister Gaby about Jaid. I remember clear as day, and I remember exactly what she said. I called my sister to tell her it was a year ago and we both reminisced about our phone call that day. The phenomenal thing is that now we have a 9month old son whom we love like no other.
Halloween was wonderful. We celebrated with some friends and family. Our "hood" is quite the place to be on Halloween. So much fun...Jaid went trick or treating in his pirate costume. Arr-He was so darn cute! This day meant so much more to me than just Halloween.
Every day we learn more and more about our little angel and every day we are so grateful. He brings with him more joy than we ever imagined, he makes our lives more complete!
Monday, September 21, 2009
8 MONTHS OLD
Babylicious is now over 8 months old. My guess is weighs 24lbs but we have not been to the Doctors in the last month so I am not quite sure. His hair is growing in, but still not sure what color it is. Sometimes it looks brown, other days blond and some times even red.
He is doing this strange crawl where he actually scoots on just one leg and one arm. It is damn cute. He can get anywhere in a matter of seconds! The other night Jaiden and I were playing on his mat, which takes up the living room, and we both heard Daddy pull up on his loud Harley. I watched Jaiden as he looked up and listened. I was astonished that he was putting it together, that Daddy was home. With his head still in the up position listening, he waited and then heard Daddy coming down the stair in his boots. When Jess appeared, Jaiden began to shake his arms, kick his legs and smile from ear to ear. He even began to squeal. We were dying, and just when we thought it could not get any better, Jess waived his hand and said, "come here, come here" and for the first time Jaiden quickly got on his stomach, and scooched all the way to Daddy. It was the best ever. Both Jess and I were moved to tears , it was a moment that neither one of us will ever forget.
We took Jaiden to the park the other day and for the first time we put him on the swing. He LOVED it. He was fascinated by the movement and the air blowing on his face. It was fun for him to watch all the other children playing too. As soon as he can walk he is gonna be all over that park. I can see it now....the slide...the swing...the monkey bars...and back to the slide. I better prepare myself...
Jaiden celebrated his first Rosh Hashanah- with traditional foods and family. He did not indulge in the foods, but I did tell him next year he will get to try Grandmom's brisket which is by far the best brisket on this earth.
Yesterday Jaid had his first biscuit/teether cracker. It was totally cool until he got a big wet sticky piece lodged on the top of his mouth. I realized it when he started to gag and twist his face. I quickly put my finger in his mouth- dislodged this honkin piece. I think the problem is he shoves the who 3 inch biscuit in his mouth, gets it all wet, and chunks break off. If only he ate it like he was supposed to then this would not be an issue. Anyways, this will not keep us from giving him biscuits we'll just stay close by with a finger ready to dis-lodge!
He is doing this strange crawl where he actually scoots on just one leg and one arm. It is damn cute. He can get anywhere in a matter of seconds! The other night Jaiden and I were playing on his mat, which takes up the living room, and we both heard Daddy pull up on his loud Harley. I watched Jaiden as he looked up and listened. I was astonished that he was putting it together, that Daddy was home. With his head still in the up position listening, he waited and then heard Daddy coming down the stair in his boots. When Jess appeared, Jaiden began to shake his arms, kick his legs and smile from ear to ear. He even began to squeal. We were dying, and just when we thought it could not get any better, Jess waived his hand and said, "come here, come here" and for the first time Jaiden quickly got on his stomach, and scooched all the way to Daddy. It was the best ever. Both Jess and I were moved to tears , it was a moment that neither one of us will ever forget.
We took Jaiden to the park the other day and for the first time we put him on the swing. He LOVED it. He was fascinated by the movement and the air blowing on his face. It was fun for him to watch all the other children playing too. As soon as he can walk he is gonna be all over that park. I can see it now....the slide...the swing...the monkey bars...and back to the slide. I better prepare myself...
Jaiden celebrated his first Rosh Hashanah- with traditional foods and family. He did not indulge in the foods, but I did tell him next year he will get to try Grandmom's brisket which is by far the best brisket on this earth.
Yesterday Jaid had his first biscuit/teether cracker. It was totally cool until he got a big wet sticky piece lodged on the top of his mouth. I realized it when he started to gag and twist his face. I quickly put my finger in his mouth- dislodged this honkin piece. I think the problem is he shoves the who 3 inch biscuit in his mouth, gets it all wet, and chunks break off. If only he ate it like he was supposed to then this would not be an issue. Anyways, this will not keep us from giving him biscuits we'll just stay close by with a finger ready to dis-lodge!
We went out on the boat again the other day. The water completely soothes Jaid. He LOVES it! He now likes to stand on the seat in the back of the boat looking out to the water, holding on with his hands, and watches the water, the duckies, the birds, and the boats coming and going. So cute. While we played cards, Jaid fell asleep on the seat between us and we just smiled at one another with complete joy.
It is still hard to believe that we have an 8 1/2 month old...each day we are in awe of all the wonderful new things he does and the joy he brings to us.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
7 MONTHS OLD
Our wonderful little boy turned 7 months old the other day...how is that possible? I love the way it feels to say,"our little boy."
I can't imagine life without him. It is as if we have been 3 forever. For so long we dreamt about what it would be like to have a child in our prescence but had no idea the profound effect he would have on us.
This last month we experienced alot of firsts. We had our first swim lesson, and I must say Jaid is a natural. Kicking under the water without any instruction to do so. Splashing and moving his arms in a way that would make you think this kid has been in the pool before. Jaid went to his first concert...Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and he LOVED it. Jaid was exposed to many first solid foods this last month. To say he is a great eater is an understatement... so far he likes everything. He is sitting up by himself for the first time, seeing everything from a different perspective. It is a wonder to watch him explore, feel, taste, and play. Each day it is something new.
Unfortunately Jaid got a bacterial infection last week. His excema was getting very bad in the back of his leg and there was a little pimple like thing next to it so we decided to take him in. Thank goodness because it turns out he has MRSA which is a bacteria - staph infection. They say it is transferred skin to skin or a carrier may have it in there nose without even knowing. Gross. Apparently because his excema got so bad- it penetrated the area. So we are nursing him back to himself. Actually he's been great through it all...he's a trooper. It hurts me more than it hurts him!
I think about my favorite time with Jaid and every time is my favorite time. My favorite time is when he awakes in the moring and we hear him talking and playing with himself. My favorite time is when we walk into his room first thing in the morning and he just looks up at us with a huge beautiful smile. My favorite time is when Jesse brings him into bed to cuddle after his first bottle. My favorite it time his when we set him up in his play area in the morning. My favorite time is when I get home from work, Daddy is holding him and he stretches his arms out for me to take him into my arms and sqeeeeeeeeze him. My favorite time is when he is in his high chair and he is feeding himself with his spoon. My favorite time is when we give Jaid his bath and he splashes with all his toys. My favorite time is when he has his last bottle and we begin our nightly routine. My favorite time is when I read to him at night and he holds the book with interest until I am finished. Then I kiss his forehead, say "night night" and our eyes lock. Without exchanging any more words I begin to walk out. We both know it is safe to leave one another because when we awake tomorrow my favorite time will come again.
I can't imagine life without him. It is as if we have been 3 forever. For so long we dreamt about what it would be like to have a child in our prescence but had no idea the profound effect he would have on us.
This last month we experienced alot of firsts. We had our first swim lesson, and I must say Jaid is a natural. Kicking under the water without any instruction to do so. Splashing and moving his arms in a way that would make you think this kid has been in the pool before. Jaid went to his first concert...Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and he LOVED it. Jaid was exposed to many first solid foods this last month. To say he is a great eater is an understatement... so far he likes everything. He is sitting up by himself for the first time, seeing everything from a different perspective. It is a wonder to watch him explore, feel, taste, and play. Each day it is something new.
Unfortunately Jaid got a bacterial infection last week. His excema was getting very bad in the back of his leg and there was a little pimple like thing next to it so we decided to take him in. Thank goodness because it turns out he has MRSA which is a bacteria - staph infection. They say it is transferred skin to skin or a carrier may have it in there nose without even knowing. Gross. Apparently because his excema got so bad- it penetrated the area. So we are nursing him back to himself. Actually he's been great through it all...he's a trooper. It hurts me more than it hurts him!
I think about my favorite time with Jaid and every time is my favorite time. My favorite time is when he awakes in the moring and we hear him talking and playing with himself. My favorite time is when we walk into his room first thing in the morning and he just looks up at us with a huge beautiful smile. My favorite time is when Jesse brings him into bed to cuddle after his first bottle. My favorite it time his when we set him up in his play area in the morning. My favorite time is when I get home from work, Daddy is holding him and he stretches his arms out for me to take him into my arms and sqeeeeeeeeze him. My favorite time is when he is in his high chair and he is feeding himself with his spoon. My favorite time is when we give Jaid his bath and he splashes with all his toys. My favorite time is when he has his last bottle and we begin our nightly routine. My favorite time is when I read to him at night and he holds the book with interest until I am finished. Then I kiss his forehead, say "night night" and our eyes lock. Without exchanging any more words I begin to walk out. We both know it is safe to leave one another because when we awake tomorrow my favorite time will come again.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
UPDATE
Jaiden celebrated his first 4th of July (the 3 of us had our matching Old Navy t-shirts on)by enjoying a bbq with friends. Before the actual fireworks went off we were home and Jaiden was in bed. We figured he was a little too young and that the noise might bother his ears... next year.
Jesse went on a 5 day fishing trip...guess what I have been eating since his return? You got it...fish...fish tacos...fish and chips....fish fillet....and more fish! My Mom came to hang out with me while Jess was gone. We had so much fun and it was great that she got to enjoy alot of time with her grandson. One night we were watching Jaiden lay on his back and play on his blanket and before we knew it he had rolled to the side, got that one big thigh in the front of the other leg, and pushed himself over on his tummy. He just looked up at us like, hey did you just see that? Mom and I were screaming...he must of thought we were nuts...and we were. Then we decided to see if he would do it again..and wamo...right before our very eyes again he rolled from his back to his tummy. I was definitely a proud Momma!
On July 12th our Jaiden turned 6 months old...how is that possible? It seems like just yesterday we were home from the Ukraine childless. I was reading some of the posts from the Ukraine blog the other day, ( I like to torture myself sometimes) and so many of you left comments encouraging us not to give up , that our child was out there, and we would be 3. How right you were. And here we are with a 6 month old.
Late in the afternoon on the 12th we took the video camera out for the taping of Jaiden's first solid food experience. We sat him in his chair, put a big dab of rice cereal on the his tray for him to play with. He was not sure what to do with it but he was absolutely sure what to do with the spoon. He's brilliant what can I say. First I put a little on his lips and he mushed it around for a minute, then swallowed...another tiny spoonful in his mouth...no look of disgust whatsoever only a look like geeze it's about time you feed me some solid food! Then the next spoonful he actually grabbed the spoon and stuck it right in his mouth. And so the fight of who gets the spoon begins. He now basically feeds himself! We watch the video over and over...and laugh.
I know this will be surprise but Jaiden has 2 teef on the bottom. They are barely out but they are there.
Two days ago we gave Jaiden a sippy cup. OMG...he grabbed on and did not let go, drinking like a big boy. Even if he could not get any water out of it he was entertaining himself by holding it, and chomping on the tip. When I went to take it away from him he screamed...yep that's right...screamed. It was the first time I have ever taken anything away from him and gotten that reaction. So immediately I gave it back to him...I mean I only took it away cause I figured he was done with it...how wrong was I... and he told me so! When the time came a little later to take it away, I just distracted him with something else and he was fine. He never even realized the sippy cup was gone.
Jesse went on a 5 day fishing trip...guess what I have been eating since his return? You got it...fish...fish tacos...fish and chips....fish fillet....and more fish! My Mom came to hang out with me while Jess was gone. We had so much fun and it was great that she got to enjoy alot of time with her grandson. One night we were watching Jaiden lay on his back and play on his blanket and before we knew it he had rolled to the side, got that one big thigh in the front of the other leg, and pushed himself over on his tummy. He just looked up at us like, hey did you just see that? Mom and I were screaming...he must of thought we were nuts...and we were. Then we decided to see if he would do it again..and wamo...right before our very eyes again he rolled from his back to his tummy. I was definitely a proud Momma!
On July 12th our Jaiden turned 6 months old...how is that possible? It seems like just yesterday we were home from the Ukraine childless. I was reading some of the posts from the Ukraine blog the other day, ( I like to torture myself sometimes) and so many of you left comments encouraging us not to give up , that our child was out there, and we would be 3. How right you were. And here we are with a 6 month old.
Late in the afternoon on the 12th we took the video camera out for the taping of Jaiden's first solid food experience. We sat him in his chair, put a big dab of rice cereal on the his tray for him to play with. He was not sure what to do with it but he was absolutely sure what to do with the spoon. He's brilliant what can I say. First I put a little on his lips and he mushed it around for a minute, then swallowed...another tiny spoonful in his mouth...no look of disgust whatsoever only a look like geeze it's about time you feed me some solid food! Then the next spoonful he actually grabbed the spoon and stuck it right in his mouth. And so the fight of who gets the spoon begins. He now basically feeds himself! We watch the video over and over...and laugh.
I know this will be surprise but Jaiden has 2 teef on the bottom. They are barely out but they are there.
Two days ago we gave Jaiden a sippy cup. OMG...he grabbed on and did not let go, drinking like a big boy. Even if he could not get any water out of it he was entertaining himself by holding it, and chomping on the tip. When I went to take it away from him he screamed...yep that's right...screamed. It was the first time I have ever taken anything away from him and gotten that reaction. So immediately I gave it back to him...I mean I only took it away cause I figured he was done with it...how wrong was I... and he told me so! When the time came a little later to take it away, I just distracted him with something else and he was fine. He never even realized the sippy cup was gone.
Each day parenthood brings new experiences. The three of us learn, teach, and love constantly and freely. It's a wonderful thing!
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