A Real Trooper

Cole went to the doctor today for his 2 month visit. He had to get 4 shots (2 in each thigh) and an oral vaccination. He was such a good boy, I thought I'd brag on him a little. He gulped down the oral medicine like it was candy. The nurse said that he was the first one she's seen that didn't spit it all out. As the nurse was giving him his first shot he grunted a little letting us know his discomfort but didn't cry. However, by the fourth shot he was pretty upset. I think he was telling us "ok you guys I'm not a pin cusion; cut it out; it hurts". He cried and cried until I picked him up from the examination table to comfort him. I was so proud of him. (I was even proud of myself for not crying.) I thanked God for answered prayers. The doctor checked his ability to control his head. He seemed impressed saying, "Wow, he has great head control" and "he sure is allert". Cole is average on all his other stats. He now weighs 10 lbs 12 oz, is 23-inches long and has a head circumference of 39 cm. (50% on all.) What more could we ask for. The doc may say he's average but he's Mommy and Daddy's little super star.

Tummy Time

Cole has been practicing for this day for quite some time now. I use to lay him on the floor or bed on his tummy and he would work on his neck muscles by attempting to lift his head. He would also try to get his knees under his body all the while grunting and letting me know how hard he was working. So, after all this training, I decided to pull out his tummy time mat and see how he liked it. He loved it. He's not reaching for any of the toys yet but he sure did enjoy looking around; getting a different view of things. I think he had his first laugh yesterday too. It wasn't prolonged laughing but he let out a squeal and was smiling at the time. It seems like he does something different/new every day. I can't wait to see what he'll do today. I just can't get enough of this little boy.

A week with Pa & Grammy.

Cole and I got to stay with my folks (Pa & Grammy) for a week this past week. It was great. We had lots of fun visiting with family and friends. Cole got spoiled with everyone holding him all of the time and oohing and ahhing over his every coo and smile. Donny got to join us on Friday for the weekend. Cole and I were so happy to see him. We missed him a lot over the few days we were away from home. Donny was well distracted during the week, thanks to friends and family.

It took us all morning to pack and load the car on Sunday. I never knew how much stuff you have to travel with when you have a little one. Cole was an angel on the way home. We only stopped once at about the half way point. Cole was getting restless and needed a diaper change. April (our dog) need to stretch her legs too. After a short stop, we got back on the road towards home. Cole really didn't sleep the whole way home. He watched the scenery fly by from the back window of my car. He is just developing into such a neat little person. I feel so blessed that God gave him to Donny and I. What a joy he is! We look forward to our next visit and hope that it is not too long from now. (Next time we're taking Daddy/Donny with us.) :)

Oldest & Youngest in 2008

While we were in San Antonio, Cole had many visitors including almost all of his second cousins. Miranda is Cole's eldest second cousin. She started kindergarten this year. She is a nurturer by nature and is a natural with babies. She has had some practice being big sister to Owen (soon to be 2 years on Valentine's Day). She rocked Cole to sleep while she held him. I don't know but I think I may have a baby sitter in the future. Cole sure did enjoy her visit. Thanks for visiting with us Miranda.

Happy Birthday Daddy!

Happy Birthday Daddy! I miss you a whole lot and love you more! Can't wait to see you tomorrow.

Love always,

Your Lil' Buckaroo

Visiting with Cousins

Cole got to meet some more of his second cousins. Emily (2 1/2 years old) held Cole and was so sweet to him. What a precious site. And Wyatt (21 months), Sammy (15 months) and Cody (7 months) came to show Cole how play time is done. They were so cute. Pretty soon Cole will be running around with them.

Got'cha

Cole is starting to smile more and more while he's awake. Today I finally caught him on film. He is so adorable and captures my heart every day. He also started his first job today. He's training to be an employee owner of Weston (the company I work for). He's starting in the marketing department. :) We make 'em start earning their keep early. (Just kidding).