I keep forgetting that William is so grown up, but he happily reminds me when he gets the chance. Yesterday I watched my son (my baby!) walk down the stairs facing forward and holding onto the rail all by himself. Not even a month ago, he couldn't reach the railing, and walking forward down the stairs would have ended in a nasty fall. He also was able to climb on the potty the other day and go by himself. It took all of his strength to do it, but he was determined! William will be 18 months in a couple of weeks. I don't know where the time went. I get a little weepy think about it sometimes. I'm just so proud of him and the wonderful kiddo he is becoming.
This morning at The Little Gym, William was able to pick up and hold two bouncy balls at the same time. He's been trying to do this for nearly a year, and only ever succeeded with my help. Today he did it on his own. The sense of pride and accomplishment on his face was priceless. He is so determined and he celebrates his own successes. But he is also empathetic. Yesterday I was sobbing after reading a sad story about a 2 year old who died tragically and suddenly in a swing set accident. My tears were uncontrollable as I prayed for this family. William saw me, put down his toys and climbed in my lap. He put his hands around both sides of my face and gave me a big smile. Then he gave me a gentle kiss and a hug (this is unusual as he is usually an aggressive hugger and kisser). It touched my heart as he sat in my lap cuddling with me until I stopped crying. Then he climbed down and went back to playing. I may just have the best kid ever. No complaints, that's for sure!
My mom was here last Friday and Saturday. She came into town for a meeting and we got to have both lunch and dinner with her on Friday. We met her at Chck-fil-a for lunch. My mom was sitting outside when we pulled up. William saw her waving and did a double take. Then he reached out and screamed with glee at the top of his lungs. It was completely adorable. At dinner with my mom and Francis, William smiled at everyone around him to the point that an older couple came over and asked if we were staying at the Hampton Inn and Suites. We said no and they said William looked just like a little boy that had wondered into their room earlier that morning. We said it wasn't him, but it sounds like something he would do. He's so friendly!
My in-laws also came in Friday through Saturday. They helped Francis paint what will soon be William's big boy room. Three walls are now a light blue and an accent wall is dark blue. we are going to paint a rocket ship or something on the dark wall. It will be super cute! I can't wait for the finished product. I am so grateful to my in-laws for their help. William got to put the first paint on the walls, but that was it. I couldn't have imagined him in there the whole time, which meant Francis would have had to paint it all by himself. The help made all the difference!
Well, that's it for now!
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
January 23, 2013
Well, it was an eventful weekend! We headed to Plano to see family and friends and we had a wonderful time. We got in around 9 Friday night. It was the best William had ever traveled (both ways, actually). I am glad we are starting to get over the "being angry in the car" thing. It's about time. Anyway, we visited with Francis's parents that evening and went shoe shopping fir William the following morning. The lady said he was a 6 1/2 double wide. His feet are getting so big! They have grown yet again. It's so crazy.
Anyway, we met up with my parents, my sister Christian and her friend Kristen and we all 9 had lunch together at Cowboy Chicken. It was great to have almost everyone (missing my sister Danielle and Francis's sister Cyndy and her family) in one place. So special. From lunch, my mom and I headed on to Ashley Duran's housewarming party while Francis and his dad went golfing and my mother-in-law watched William. The Dynamic Duo managed to go to two parks, get ice cream from Chick-fil-a and squeeze in a nap while I was gone. Glad they had fun! Mom and I tour Ashley's house, talked to Ashley and her family and had a nice time celebrating Ashley's new home. She picked a winner! For dinner, my parents, in-laws, Francis, William and I met at a new Italian restaurant. The tiramisu was exceptional, which is really all that matters, right?
Sunday, we went to church at Prestonwood and then went out to lunch at Salt Grass with my family, Brandon and two of Christian's friends. It was great to catch up with Brandon and he told us all about meeting his girlfriend's family. It went very well! We spent the afternoon shopping and hanging out with Brandon and Francis's parents before heading home. A successful trip!!!
William continues to astonish me. His fine motor skills are way beyond his peers. He has mastered the spoon, which is no easy task. Yesterday with yogurt and today with a bowl of milk and cereal, he managed not to spill any on himself. It was crazy. He can also maneuver my phone to get to an app he likes and do the activity he likes. It takes more then four steps on my phone to get there, and he does it no problem. So smart!
There is so much more to say, but I will close here. I am so blessed. Thank you for loving us and reading about our day in and day out adventures. I am so glad you are a part of our lives!
Anyway, we met up with my parents, my sister Christian and her friend Kristen and we all 9 had lunch together at Cowboy Chicken. It was great to have almost everyone (missing my sister Danielle and Francis's sister Cyndy and her family) in one place. So special. From lunch, my mom and I headed on to Ashley Duran's housewarming party while Francis and his dad went golfing and my mother-in-law watched William. The Dynamic Duo managed to go to two parks, get ice cream from Chick-fil-a and squeeze in a nap while I was gone. Glad they had fun! Mom and I tour Ashley's house, talked to Ashley and her family and had a nice time celebrating Ashley's new home. She picked a winner! For dinner, my parents, in-laws, Francis, William and I met at a new Italian restaurant. The tiramisu was exceptional, which is really all that matters, right?
Sunday, we went to church at Prestonwood and then went out to lunch at Salt Grass with my family, Brandon and two of Christian's friends. It was great to catch up with Brandon and he told us all about meeting his girlfriend's family. It went very well! We spent the afternoon shopping and hanging out with Brandon and Francis's parents before heading home. A successful trip!!!
William continues to astonish me. His fine motor skills are way beyond his peers. He has mastered the spoon, which is no easy task. Yesterday with yogurt and today with a bowl of milk and cereal, he managed not to spill any on himself. It was crazy. He can also maneuver my phone to get to an app he likes and do the activity he likes. It takes more then four steps on my phone to get there, and he does it no problem. So smart!
There is so much more to say, but I will close here. I am so blessed. Thank you for loving us and reading about our day in and day out adventures. I am so glad you are a part of our lives!
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
January 16, 2013
It's like all of a sudden I realize how big my little boy is getting. Last Thursday William made his own lunch with almost no help from me. It was a pizza lunchable. He set the crust out on the plate, sqeezed and spread out the sauce (after I opened it), put on all the cheese, placed the plate in the microwave (with me lifting him up), closed the door and pushed the 30 seconds button. He's becoming so independent! Just yesterday William dragged his high chair into the living room (though we aren't using it as much anymore), and then brought me a loaf of bread and a yogurt pouch. It was only 5 minutes until lunch. How did he know??
The big thing we've done this week is take the side off William's crib and put up a safety rail. Now William can climb in and out of his crib with ease. So far he has come into our room twice in the morning (like 5:30 or 6) to wish us good morning. It's not so bad though, because otherwise we would have to get out of bed and get him. Now he can just join us and have some cuddle time before we start our day. I would not say Willima is 100% adjusted to the new set up of his bed, but he is getting there. I am so proud of him. My nig boy!
William has started labeling body parts. He pointed to my eye yesterday and said, "EYE!" excitedly. Then he pointed to my nose and said, "nooos". It was super cute. He can also say head and "maou" (mouth). My smart boy! William is also so very close to somersaulting on his own. He gets in position and only requires a little push from me to get over. He may get it any day now.
Francis has had a nasty eye infection the past couple of days, but is finally back at work. I am really hoping William and I don't get it! So far, so good!
We are all three heading to Plano this weekend. It should be an awesome trip. I can't wait!
Well as these sleepy moments are precious and few, I will bid adieu!
The big thing we've done this week is take the side off William's crib and put up a safety rail. Now William can climb in and out of his crib with ease. So far he has come into our room twice in the morning (like 5:30 or 6) to wish us good morning. It's not so bad though, because otherwise we would have to get out of bed and get him. Now he can just join us and have some cuddle time before we start our day. I would not say Willima is 100% adjusted to the new set up of his bed, but he is getting there. I am so proud of him. My nig boy!
William has started labeling body parts. He pointed to my eye yesterday and said, "EYE!" excitedly. Then he pointed to my nose and said, "nooos". It was super cute. He can also say head and "maou" (mouth). My smart boy! William is also so very close to somersaulting on his own. He gets in position and only requires a little push from me to get over. He may get it any day now.
Francis has had a nasty eye infection the past couple of days, but is finally back at work. I am really hoping William and I don't get it! So far, so good!
We are all three heading to Plano this weekend. It should be an awesome trip. I can't wait!
Well as these sleepy moments are precious and few, I will bid adieu!
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Jan 10, 2013
Well, the big thing that has happened this week was my mother came in town for a night. She came in town on Monday night, allowing Francis and I to go see The Hobbit. After Mom, William and I went to Cheddar's for dinner, Francis picked me up and we headed on to the movie. Mom quickly realized my car had a flat tire. Fortunately there was a Firestone in the same parking lot that had 30 minutes before it closed. Two employees came over, aired up the tire and when they couldn't fix or replace the tire, they put on the spare. They did this all for free and stayed an hour ofter closing. God is good. My mom thinks at least one of these men was a Christian. Thanks, mom for taking care of my car and child. You're the best!
The funniest thing that happened while my mom was here was when William used the potty. I told him to tell Sweetie that he had gone. He ran out of the bathroom super excited saying, "I did it!" My mom responded, "Good Job! Did you get your M&M?" William's face turned from elated to concerned in a moment as he ran back into the bathroom saying "M&M!" and holding out his hand. It was super cute.
This past week, we have also been cleaning out the upstairs office so William can move in. The only thing left in the room is the desk which we will disassemble this weekend. We may also go looking for furniture this weekend. My little boy is going to be a big boy in no time! I am still debating whether to get a toddler size bed which he can only use for a couple of years or if I should get a bigger one that he can use for longer. I guess we will just have to see what we like at the store!
William has been absolutely adorable the past couple of weeks. It makes me proud to be his momma when he is sweet to others. He is just so sociable and his easy smile wins people over almost immediately. How did I get so blessed? God is good. I'm still exhausted at the end of the day, and not everything gets done, but I know my job is worthwhile. I am so thankful for Francis and that I can stay home. He's a keeper!!!
Well, that's it for now. I know I have more to write, but it will have to wait. Tata!
The funniest thing that happened while my mom was here was when William used the potty. I told him to tell Sweetie that he had gone. He ran out of the bathroom super excited saying, "I did it!" My mom responded, "Good Job! Did you get your M&M?" William's face turned from elated to concerned in a moment as he ran back into the bathroom saying "M&M!" and holding out his hand. It was super cute.
This past week, we have also been cleaning out the upstairs office so William can move in. The only thing left in the room is the desk which we will disassemble this weekend. We may also go looking for furniture this weekend. My little boy is going to be a big boy in no time! I am still debating whether to get a toddler size bed which he can only use for a couple of years or if I should get a bigger one that he can use for longer. I guess we will just have to see what we like at the store!
William has been absolutely adorable the past couple of weeks. It makes me proud to be his momma when he is sweet to others. He is just so sociable and his easy smile wins people over almost immediately. How did I get so blessed? God is good. I'm still exhausted at the end of the day, and not everything gets done, but I know my job is worthwhile. I am so thankful for Francis and that I can stay home. He's a keeper!!!
Well, that's it for now. I know I have more to write, but it will have to wait. Tata!
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