The best word to describe the biggest change in you this month would be BUSY! You are on the move constantly, and are rarely ever content to just sit with us unless it is close to nap time. Gone are the days of setting you down and finding you any where close to the spot I left you, as you have started the quick army crawl maneuver. Determination is something that must run in your blood because you, my son, are a force to be reckoned with when you set your eyes on something you want and will not give up until it is tightly secure in your tiny little hands. Anything you can get your hands on is quickly shoved in your mouth and chewed on with great force. You are curious, observant, and an absolute sweetheart.
The face of determination!
You still are without any teeth, and there aren't any real signs of them coming any time soon, but you sure do love to gnaw! We have started to be more intentional about feeding you in the last week or so, and it seems your appetite is finally picking up a bit. You love your sisters crackers, and if you are ever discontent we hand you a cracker and your feet start kicking with pure joy! You mastered the sippy cup and love drinking water while chewing on the soft spout, often soaking your entire shirt in the process.
Sleep was a bit of a struggle this past month and, dare I say, is finally over and done with! There was a 9 day span of waking up every two hours throughout the night, and only napping if laying snug on my chest. I loved the extra cuddles, but am just now getting back on track with sleep training you again to put yourself to sleep. It has been a hard one, but I still consider myself blessed to have babies that like to sleep even if they need a little extra help from time to time.
You are our lover, and even through your busyness and constant movement you still love to be close to us and snuggle into our necks. As I rock you before bed, you gently play with the hair at the nape of my neck with your head tight against my shoulder. When you are looking up at us, you place your hands on our cheeks as you lean your head into ours. You are gentle, sweet, and are constantly stealing hearts and making little old ladies swoon at your charming smile, an accessory that you are never without. Lately, you have started to play shy as you tuck your head into my shoulder while smiling before looking back at the person lucky enough to steal your attention. A few weeks ago, you reached for me for the first time and my heart almost burst. You are a Mama's boy so far, and I love that you love me so!
Your sister is still your greatest source of entertainment, and you continue to light up when she enters the room. She is full of excitement over you, and gets you going with just the sound of her voice. Now that you are on the move, I fear rivalry may start to peak its ugly head but for now she seems to enjoy sharing and playing with you. She loves making you laugh, and you never disappoint always giving her the sweetest little giggles as she talks to you in her high pitched voice saved for you and you alone. I love watching the two of you together and pray your friendship grows strong and remains close through your growing up years.
Marcel Gray, you add so much joy to our little family and we are so thankful for you! I wish you would slow down a bit, but at the same time am loving watching you grow, interacting with us a bit more each day. You are wonderful, and we love you so!
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