Will's 2 year check up

Will had a great 2 year check up with his doctor. He weighs 21.1 lbs and is 33 inches tall. He lost about 2 pounds because he had a slight case of pneumonia but that's ok because he is steadily gaining it back. We didn't have any shots this time so we are thankful for that. 

The doctor mentioned to us about trying to start potty training and beginning to watch and see if he is ready. I know he's not right now and this momma isn't either. He also said for us to start and try to transition him into a toddler bed with rails if he's ready also so I guess we may try that one weekend to see how he does. 

As far as food he LOVES bananas, cheese puffs, hot dogs, bologna, vegetables, crackers and cookies of any kind. He's still not into eggs or macaroni and cheese because I guess he doesn't like the stickiness of them. Who knows? 

As far as bedtime routine he pretty much runs like clock work. We eat dinner around 6:30, bath at 7, a little milk, brush our teeth, and then he's in bed by 7:30/7:45. He's getting where he doesn't want us to rock or hold him anymore (which hurts my feelings). He just points to the bed and says "nigh nigh" and we put him in the bed and off he goes to sleep. I don't like this because we like to cuddle at night and wind down but times are changing for him and he's growing up and I don't like it!!! But getting up in the morning is a different story for Will. I have to be at work by 8:30 so I'm usually pulling him out of bed by 7:45, getting him dressed and we are usually out the door by 8 and off to the sitters house. 

He LOVES balloons, trucks, cars, balls, cups, and blocks. He can entertain himself for hours with a plastic cup and a block. He goes crazy when he sees a balloon at the grocery store so usually we end up carrying one around the store or we walk out with one. 

He can say bubbles, Mae Mae, nana, poppa, pawpaw, pop, go go, bye bye, no no, please, yes, mama, dada, milk, and a bunch of other words. But right now it's mostly Will language and he thinks in his mind that you can understand him. 

He loves going to Mrs Bonnie's house. She has a wide range of kids at her house and Will fits right in. I'm glad she is able to keep him until we can get him into our church program. He loves playing with other kids and it's only going to make him stronger and learn much more than what I can do with him. I miss being with him everyday but I know he's in good hands. 

I still can't believe my baby is 2! 

Happy 2nd Birthday Will

Will turns 2 today! We've had a great day so far. Will got a slight case of pneumonia on Monday so his birthday party was cancelled for Saturday. So we made do and instead enjoyed the day with Will. 

For his birthday celebration we started off the day with hash browns (Will's favorite) and eggs.

We played a little today and then went to go visit Drew's grave and put out fresh birthday flowers. 

Then we came back home and had chicken nuggets and veggies for lunch.  Another favorite food item of Wills. 

Then we all took a good long nap and then had a visit from each of the grandparents. Nana Karen and Poppa Bill brought Will a balloon. This child loves a balloon. 

Then Nana Lou and Papaw Steve brought over lasagna, salad and cupcakes. Will loved the lasagna and devoured the cupcakes. 

Then we ended the day with a fun bath and an early bed time because we had one tired little two year old. 

So happy birthday to the sweetest little 1lb 1oz miracle boy you have become.  Two years ago today when I first laid my eyes on you I never thought you would be as strong and outgoing as you are today. God has big plans for you and I'm so proud of all the little accomplishments you have made in your two years of life. You continue to amaze us each and every day by what you do. Our prayer for you is that God will continue to use you in a way that would bring HIM all the glory. We are so proud of you and love you with all of our hearts!!!!

We will celebrate with everyone later at your Mickey Mouse Clubhouse party in two weeks. 

Happy New Year

Happy New Year!!!! We've had a great New Years Day filled with football, food, and naps. Did I mention naps? Will just had a great 3 hour nap which allowed momma and daddy to sleep some too. Yeah!!!

We enjoyed a great lunch meal of black eyed peas, cabbage, and salt pork. Yummo! Ugh not really. This is my least favorite day to eat because I HATE black eyed peas. Yuck! I only eat 1 tablespoon and take a gulp of tea and swallow them down. Will enjoyed cheese puffs and bologna instead. Wish I had what he had. 

We also watched the Tournament of Roses parade and when Will heard the music from the bands on tv he started clapping. It was fun!!

After he got bored with the parade he thought a cup and his new tool wrench would satisfy him for a while and it did. 

Overall we had a great New Years Day of sleep, football, food, and parades. Now onto something yummy for dinner. Haha!!

Looking forward to 2014 and what all God has in store for all of us!