Head over Heals

I am head over heals in love with this little boy! I never imagined that motherhood would feel so warm. Or that a little tiny baby would make you feel sublime, pure love. Joseph is the apple of our eye. And we love and adore him more than words could say.
At the end of August Joseph turned 5 months. And is growing like a weed! He laughs and plays and eats and even fights his sleep. And I love every bit of it! He's been sleeping through the night in his crib, and has been eating vegetables and fruit and cereal. This week he started to grab his spoon while I feed him and manages to guide it into his mouth. Either he wants to feed himself or I'm not feeding him fast enough, I don't know! When Mommy and Daddy eat we slide his highchair up to the table and he watches us very carefully. He also likes to lay on his back and play with his feet and slip his socks off. He likes to jump in his doorway jumper and talk at the same time. He likes to watch children play, especially his cousins Jared and Meagan. Last week he also started growling at me! Daddy taught him that in hopes that he'll be a pirate for Halloween. There are so many things that fascinate us about him I could go on and on! Here are a few pictures taken this month.

Joseph playing and having fun.

Visiting Ava and her family.

Relaxing on the couch!

Joseph eating breakfast outside.

Joseph and Daddy playing on the bed.

Handsome AND Smart

Yesterday I noticed that Joseph has learned to shake his head from side to side as in saying "no". But today it went to a totally new level! I think he actually understands what I am saying! Watch the video and you tell me.
For those of you that don't understand Spanish, I asked Joseph three different questions:
1. Are you hungry?
2. Do you want to play?
3. Do you want to go to sleep?

I talk to him all day throughout the day, so I'm assuming he's catching on. The questions is... Do I have a little GENIUS on my hands??

First Play Date

Joseph had his first play date today! One of my very best friends, Tanya came over with her daughter, little Ava who is 21 months. I know Joseph is still a bit small for friends, but I figured he could start getting used to having friends over. Especially Ava! We simply adore her!
Ava was a blast, literally! A burst of energy that makes you smile no matter what she does! Joseph and I really enjoyed having them over. We hope they come back to play soon!

Here is Ava reading a book.

Ava playing with Joseph. At one point she was touching his little feet saying, "tickle tickle" in her baby voice. So precious!

It's been an exciting month so far

The month of August has been very exciting for us so far. Joseph is growing up so quickly I wish I could stop time to savour our moments together.
Shortly after Joseph started eating I realized that we really needed a high chair for him. I couldn't feed him in his bouncy seat forever! So we ventured off to find the very best chair possible for little Joseph. And what do you know... he loves it! He is now eating rice cereal and even his first vegetable, carrots comfortably!
A couple of weeks later I realized that not only could Joseph sit in his high chair, but he could also sit on his own! What an accomplishment!! He loves to sit and play with his toys. But I do have to watch him VERY carefully, as he likes to throw himself back at times. Mommy's got to be there to catch him.
Joseph also is enjoying the weekends because he gets to wake up with Daddy. (He's used to waking up with Mommy). But it's always a treat when Daddy is there, as well. Daddy also takes him outside for walks, to look at our roses, and to lay on the hammock. It's their "guy" time.
Last night while I was working at the kitchen table Daddy and Joseph were playing peekaboo. It was so cute! I had to stop working to enjoy it - and it was worth it! Watch the video to see what I mean.

Joseph sitting!

Joseph in his highchair. He looks so little in it!

Joseph waking up with Daddy.

My boys ready to take a walk.

This is Joseph and Daddy playing peekaboo with Mommy.

4 Months and counting!

It is amazing to me how quickly time flies. Joseph turned 4 months this July and is getting so big right before my very eyes! At this rate I think he'll be in high school next year! I wish I could freeze time and keep my little baby a little baby for a long time.

Aside from vacationing, Joseph had other firsts this month. He started eating cereal. And he loves it! Here is a picture of Joseph being fed breakfast by his Daddy. Daddy insists feeding him spoonfulls, only to see half actually being eaten. Here's the other half coming out!

Another first Joseph experienced is sleeping in his crib. We bought him a nice comfortable crib before he was born, but I refused to put him in it. Till now. Even so, I still miss him sleeping in the room with us. He seems so far away, though his room connects to ours. It's all happening too quickly for me!! Here he is NOT napping when I want him to. "Wide awake Mom!"

In this picture Joseph is eating Tia Lizzy's face. You see, when he gets hungry enough he let's you know by trying to eat your face. You think Tia Lizzy was surprised by Joseph's attack? She had it coming... always messing with him!

This is the picture I took of Joseph right after his bath, after I lotioned him up, and after he peed on my side of the bed. In that order! Gotta love it!

Cancun

Last week we went on our first vacation as a family. And it was WONDERFUL!! I was a bit nervous traveling with Joseph as he wasn't even 4 months, yet. But by the grace of God, everything went beautifully.

The plane ride went a lot better than I thought. Joseph only cried once for about 5 minutes because he was hungry and Mommy couldn't feed him fast enough! The rest of the time he slept or played with Daddy.

The hotel was really nice and very accomodating. And the view was gorgeous! The hotel provided a crib for Joseph, which we didn't use because he slept with us. So bad, I know! But sometimes I just can't help myself!!

Joseph went swimming for the first time in the big pools! He sat on his crab floatie while Daddy and Jared pushed him around. He loved it! We also heard Joseph laugh out loud for the first time! Jared was playing with him in the pool and Joseph was cracking up. It was the cutest sight I've ever seen! My two favorite boys having fun together in the pool.

We also took time to sit at the beach while Jared and Meagan played in the waves and on the sand.

Throughout the entire trip the moby wrap I carried Joseph in was heavenly. It's not hot and bulky like our other carrier. Joseph was able to get front seat views when he was awake and cuddle with Mommy when he was asleep. The wrap did its job and I am so thankful for that.

Overall, it was a fun trip and we had a great time. Joseph loved all the attention cousins Jared and Meagan gave him. He can't wait for the next vacation!

Here we are at the airport ready to go to paradise. At this point I am praying that Joseph does ok on his first flight.

The cute guys at the pool.


Jared, Joseph, and Mommy enjoying the view from the hotel.

Joseph and Jared lounging on a pool bed.

Joseph and Daddy on the hammock. Boy oh boy do they love hammocks!

Now I know how kangaroos feel!

Visions of Joseph

These are some of my favorites pictures this month. Thought I'd share..