Was it not just YESTERDAY that I was posting a video of Scott gimp crawling slow enough that I could catch him?!? Well, today... this is what it looks like! Dude and I were talking the other day about how fast Scott is learning. It seems like he learns something cool, and we don't even have time to enjoy it and brag about it, because the next day he'll learn something new! Well.... case in point!!
... the point is; he GOT there!!
Scott's arms aren't quite strong enough to do the classic crawl motion. He tries sometimes, but only gets about one full crawl in before resorting to this method. Like most babies, he's come up with his own way of getting around. For now, it's this: He gets on his knees, and lunges himself back onto his tummy, gaining a few inches in the process. Lather, rinse, repeat: let the baby-proofing begin!!!
Guitar Hero
Dude is very good at the guitar. He was in a band growing up and has a great talent for it! We just got him some new picks, and he tried em out on Scott! Scott loves music, and seemed especially fascinated by the music coming out of daddy's hands. Dude played and sang to him, and both men seemed to enjoy themselves...
Dude doesnt like to play the game "Guitar Hero" because he says he could just spend the same time playing the real guitar and then he'd actually get better! So, for now, he'll just be Scott's personal guitar hero!
Dude doesnt like to play the game "Guitar Hero" because he says he could just spend the same time playing the real guitar and then he'd actually get better! So, for now, he'll just be Scott's personal guitar hero!
Stand on your head, hold your breath and have a spoonful of sugar!
I was checking my email when Scott and I got home from grocery shopping this morning, and Scott was playing on the floor next to me. All of a sudden, hes laughing histerically, and at random spurts... i looked to see what he was playing with (a button that fell off of a pillow... good thing he had his binky in!!!!)... so thats not very funny. Then I realized, I HAD THE HICCUPS, and he was laughing at me every time I hiccuped. I cant tell you if he thought the noise was funny, or if he was mocking me for having the hiccups, cause we all know those arent any fun. Well, for your viewing pleasure, I pulled out the video camera! Enjoy!!
“Marriage is about the most expensive way for the average man to get laundry done” Burt Reynolds
Laundry has long been my LEAST favorite chore (not that any of them really tickle my fancy), but having the cutest little helper in the world definitely makes it more fun. We played peek-a-boo with his crib sheet, he sucked on socks while I folded others, so they were nice and damp when they got put together (a nice little treat for daddy from Scott!) and I couldnt help taking some pictures... cause every kid's gotta have some laundry pictures!!
Scott's Half Birthday
It was a week ago, but Im posting about it now!! My baby is 6 months old! We went to his well baby appointment last week and he topped the charts! 22 lbs 5.5 oz, and 29 inches long! Hes huge, and doing so well! The doctor was amazed at how strong he is, that hes sitting on his own, and getting so close to crawling. He is eating oatmeal, peas, carrots, avocado, apples, and bananas (squash is this week's food). While we were at the doctor, she opened his diaper to check out the goods, and he peed right on her!!!!! She said that hadn't happened to her in years! Leave it to Scott! He got three shots, and didnt even CRY! I know i know, its unbeliveable... but its because he has so much padding on those thighs, thats gotta be the reason! He was sore and slept stinky for the next few days, but he's a great baby and he toughed it out well!Scott KNOWS "wheres daddy" and "wheres the doggy". As soon as you say one of those things, he looks around for them, and when he finds them, a big grin crosses his cute little face. We are still working on "wheres mommy"... Im ok with the fact that he knows "wheres daddy" cause hes a momma's boy for sure! Lately, when dude is holding him or playing with him, Scott will be looking around the room for me, or will watch me while laughing at what dude's doing. He definitely knows his parents, and so far he likes us!
Another phrase that Scott's daddy has taught him is "boingy boingy boingy". If you say that to scott, he does just that... he starts to bounce! Whether he is in his exersaucer, or in your arms, his knees bend and extend til hes going really good! And he loves it!! He is so happy and so easy to make laugh. He is ticklish on his tummy, and on his inner thigh. He kind of holds his breath and bears it til he cant anymore, and then the giggles escape!
We are starting to teach Scott sign language, and since he loves Sam so much we are starting with "dog". In real ASL, the sign for dog is a pat on your knee then a snap of your fingers... since babies cant snap, we just do two taps to the knee, and Scott is getting it. We sit him in front of Sam and say "scott, say doggy" (as we pat our knee). eventually he pats his knee (not only twice most of the time, but hes getting there)
Scott and I joined a playgroup (mostly for moms, but all of the babies are between 3 and 7 months so when they are older, they will play). Scott is so friendly and always smiles at the women and wants to grab and play with the other babies. Im so glad for that group, and for the social time it allows scott to have so early in his life.
These are just a few of the great things that Scott is doing at 6 months!! He is so strong, and smart and big; and his parents adore him!!!
A Weekend of Cute
Dude, Scott and I had a great weekend! We went to Jenna's house for a BBQ. swimming, and Michale Buble concert on the projection screen (just like being right there... loved it!!)
Saturday Scott and I went on a playdate to a bookstore storytime and played with some other kids Scott's age, then the whole family met Jenna for dinner at In N Out and a "Dive In Movie" : Finding Nemo played on a huge screen at a local swimming pool. When we arrived, we found that the kiddie pool area was closed, and only the pool that was open was 6 feet deep throughout!! We didnt want to get into the pool with Scott where we couldnt reach, so we decided to try a life jacket!! It wasnt too big for him around the middle AT ALL! Hes just a little too short for it, so (expecially when put INTO the water) he was a little overwhelmed. We tried letting go of him, and he sure floated, but HATED it and wiggled and flailed til we grabbed him again. It was so cute!! We ended up finding a spot in the pool where we could reach and taking him out of the jacket (much to his relief!). We enjoyed the evening, and ended it with some ice cream (best way to end a night)!!
In other news, Scott is mobile! He hasn't actually crawled the traditional way yet, but he gets on his hands and knees, and knows that in order to get something out of reach, he needs to move forward. So he scooches his knees forward (inches... just barely moved at all) and then lunges himself towards the goal toy. He gets where he wants to go, and is getting better and better every day! It is so exciting to see him grow and explore. He is so active, and determined!! When he wants something, he does what it takes to get it, and is very focused on it once he gets it. He is like his dad in that way!
Saturday Scott and I went on a playdate to a bookstore storytime and played with some other kids Scott's age, then the whole family met Jenna for dinner at In N Out and a "Dive In Movie" : Finding Nemo played on a huge screen at a local swimming pool. When we arrived, we found that the kiddie pool area was closed, and only the pool that was open was 6 feet deep throughout!! We didnt want to get into the pool with Scott where we couldnt reach, so we decided to try a life jacket!! It wasnt too big for him around the middle AT ALL! Hes just a little too short for it, so (expecially when put INTO the water) he was a little overwhelmed. We tried letting go of him, and he sure floated, but HATED it and wiggled and flailed til we grabbed him again. It was so cute!! We ended up finding a spot in the pool where we could reach and taking him out of the jacket (much to his relief!). We enjoyed the evening, and ended it with some ice cream (best way to end a night)!!
In other news, Scott is mobile! He hasn't actually crawled the traditional way yet, but he gets on his hands and knees, and knows that in order to get something out of reach, he needs to move forward. So he scooches his knees forward (inches... just barely moved at all) and then lunges himself towards the goal toy. He gets where he wants to go, and is getting better and better every day! It is so exciting to see him grow and explore. He is so active, and determined!! When he wants something, he does what it takes to get it, and is very focused on it once he gets it. He is like his dad in that way!
Attention all UT drivers and parents!!!
The following image is of a crazy who is now on the loose... out driving on the streets, and available to date your sons!! Beware of her, and if you pass her in your car, or see her with your son... beware! She's nothing but trouble and danger!!!!!
Just kidding Mick!! Happy Sweet 16!! We love you and miss you!!! And just kidding to all parents of potential dates for Micki, she'd kill me if i ruined any of those!!
Peek-a-boo
Besides discovering where mommy and daddy come into his room, Scott realized today that the pad blocking his view was easily moved, and this is how i found him...
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