Keeping Baby Happy

The other day, as I was stepping into a much needed shower, I heard (Surprise, Surprise) a wee little baby cry. I've always said that my little guy has a shower and nap sensor. As soon as he senses me relaxing, by showering or closing my eyes for a split second, he wakes up. Anyways, because I REALLY wanted a shower, and knew Mr. Fussypants wouldn't wait, I asked Rohnie to go in, and entertain Tristan for a few minutes. After my shower, I walked into the bedroom, and saw this:

He had crawled right into the crib to entertain his brother. It was so cute, because both boys were having the time of their lives. I am sooo glad that I have my sweet, caring, lovable Rohnie back. Hopefully the monster stays at bay for along while.

Could it get any sweeter?

Ballerina Tay

I had Taylee in a Ballet Class about a year and a half ago. She absolutely loved it, but, somehow, we neglected signing her up again, and she has been begging to go ever since. There are quite a few girls that are Taylee's age in our new ward, and one of the moms signed her daughter up last week. Then, she got 3 of us to do it, also. Tay was so excited, and happy, and just danced her little heart out. It's wonderful seeing her do something she loves.

I didn't get good pictures this week, but, you can bet that I will be taking my camera ever week, because these girls are so darn cute! Here's Tay, with 4 of her friends from church. Pretty good form, if you ask me!

They also do a little Tap Dancing too, which she loves almost just as much.

For Posterity's (and, my own) Sake

Yesterday, Tristan had his 6 month check-up. I can't believe that in 6 more months, he will be a year old!!

Current stats:
Weight: 19 pounds 5.5 oz. -- 75-90%
Height: 27 3/4 inches - - 75-90%
Head: 44.9 - - 75-90%

He's a pretty proportionate kid, all around, as you can see. Everyone tells me that he is so big, but, he's still not as big as Rohne was. Rohne was always, and still is, above the 95th percentile. My Dr. (still love her) fully rebuked me for not sleep training him. I guess I looked REALLY tired yesterday, which I was. But, it wasn't just sleep deprivation. I'm emotionally, not just physically drained lately. With job stresses, money, cars, loneliness, ya know-LIFE. Anyways, she told me, once again, that 3 kids is a big job, and, I need to sleep in order to be the best mom. I told her I am just a whimp, and can't stand to hear him cry. She said that's no excuse. He needs his sleep, just as much as I do. So. . . . I plan on sleep training him this weekend, when Jake can help me out a little. He's had a fever from all the shots he got yesterday, so, she said wait a couple days. I wish there were another way. But, chances are, he won't remember this when he gets older, right?

So, It's a New Year. What have we been up to?

Tay and Rohne have been playing Really Really Really well together since the move. I almost want to knock on wood, so I don't jinx it. Sometimes, when it's nearing bed time, we don't even want to interrupt them to put them to bed, they're having so much fun together. Let's hope this isn't just a phase. They love riding their bikes at the park across the street, when the weather is nice. We, literally have a park, yes, right across the street. I can sit on the porch with the baby, or while he's sleeping, and just watch them. It will be HEAVEN this summer.

We had a CRAZY New Year's Eve party. This consisted of: popcorn, and junk food, Ticket To Ride Europe, Jake & Clark playing X-Box, Lisa and I gabbing, kids screaming, fighting, and playing, until way after midnight. I was tired the next day.

We set up a little theater bed for the kids to watch a movie, and possibly go to sleep. Rohne zonked out 5 minutes after this picture, while the girls just partied on. We're excited that these good friends are moving even closer to us soon. There may be more nights like this in the future.

Boxes, boxes, and more boxes. I am always trying to unpack a box, while taking care of 3 kids, cooking, cleaning, and not totally ignoring my hard-working husband. I am starting to run again. It feels good to be more active, although my body doesn't like it. And, the weight is still hangin' on there. Jake and I are starting a new diet on Monday. Wish me luck.

This little guy, is growing and changing daily. He is starting to eat real food, not just rice cereal, and is liking it okay. He loves Cheerios, Gerber Puffs, and fresh bananas the most. He now has 3 teeth, with another one close behind. He is still as grouchy as ever, and wants me to entertain him ALL the time. He is a TERRIBLE sleeper, still, and it's starting to really wear on this Mommy. I am such a big wimp when it comes to sleep training though. I know, I am my own worst enemy. However, when he is happy, fed, and well-rested, he lights up my whole life. My favorite thing is when he wraps his arms around my neck, and buries his face in my neck, and shoulder, and just bites for all he's worth. It's probably just teething, but, it makes me feel loved. My other kids used to bite me here, too. Maybe I taste good. . .

Seriously, how can you not love the cuteness? He sits up really well, and rolls all over the floor. This gets a little problematic when he gets part way stuck under the couch, but Sister and Brother are always there to pull him out. He is wanting to crawl, too, but, I'm trying to delay that a little. I just want to cherish the baby in him for as long as I can. I've always said that he is our last baby. I think that is why I am such a wimp with him. I carry him around all the time, I snuggle him at night, I tend to his every whimper. Because they don't whimper for long, do they? Can you please stay a baby forever, my litttle one?