I can't believe we're in double digits. Doesn't seem possible that he is ten months old already. Until I pick him up -- the kid is heavy! The rundown of this month . . .
Mobility: Obviously the big news this month is the crawling. He was so close for so long and finally he decided that he'd been practicing his take off for long enough and it was time to go. And now no Boston Terrier (one in particular) is safe. It's definitely a big change for us -- no more putting him down in the midst of a bunch of toys and knowing he'll be there when you return -- but one that is so much fun. I never realized just how cool electrical outlets were!
Sleep: Still going with the seven o'clock bedtime and a couple of naps a day. The only change has come in the waking up time. Since the time change, Walt has been getting up verrrry early. The crib toy does stall him sometimes, but for the most part, he's out of his crib by about 6:15 at the latest. I can't even remember what it feels like to sleep in.
Eating: So, all of the above stuff was pretty much a rehash of things you'd already read in previous posts, but here's some new info as of today . . . Walt is feeding himself!! Yes, hot off the presses is the news that Walt actually picked up a fruit puff and put it in his mouth all by himself at dinner tonight. He started this morning by picking up a Cheerio and moving it in the general direction of his mouth. I got excited and called Josh and we both cheered him on mightily. Then, at lunch, he picked up a Cheerio and actually put it in his mouth, but would not let go, instead just sucking on it between his two slobbery little fingers before pulling it out and smearing it on his shirt. Finally, at dinner, with just one fruit puff left on his highchair tray (Evie had enjoyed the rest), he picked it up, put it in his mouth and removed his hand. You'd have thought that the Grizzlies had just won their first playoff game by the way I was cheering!
Don't forget to check out the official ten month picture in the Birthday photo album.
Walt, Happy ten month birthday! Amazing what a child can learn in ten months. We love you and have a great day.
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Oh, Walt, you look like Aunt Brenda with that big belly. I love you so much, and I'm hoping to get to see you this weekend; although I'm not sure Nana and Putty are really anxious to share their time with you. You have brightened my work days since I get to view your blog every morning. I'm so proud of you for learning so much in such a short time. I'm sorry your mommy and daddy don't get to sleep late any longer, but just think how much they would miss if they were sleeping through all of this!
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Walt, we're so sorry we missed wishing you a happy birthday yesterday. With the storms, Nana unplugged the computer early in the afternoon and didn't plug it back in until this morning, but HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE MOST PRECIOUS BOY IN THE WORLD! How can you be 10 months old--it doesn't seem possible! Have you been out plowing the lower 40 with your overalls on?!
ReplyDeleteWe love you and can't wait to see you this weekend and see how much you've learned. You'll probably be reading the encyclopedias before the weekend is over!
Walt,
ReplyDeleteHappy belated 10 month birthday yesterday. We had tornados in the area yesterday...no computer...no cell phone...we were back in the dark ages!I think you watched Collier feeding himself all of that birthday cake last weekend and realized that you will have a birthday cake soon...so it was time to get serious about feeding yourself. That's the only way to make sure you get enough cake...Mommy and Daddy may skimp on the cake THEY feed you!
Granddaddy and I were talking about how much fun we had with you and Collier last weekend. Yes, you all are growing and growing and getting cuter and cuter.
Love and kisses!
Happy Birthday, Spickler family! Great to hear Walt is feeding himself. He is getting so big so fast - I am so excited for you all! Have a great day... Leave some cake for Walt to eat on his own.
ReplyDeleteDo we get to celebrate bithdays every month? Somebody should tell Granny! Happy birthday, Walt!! I miss you so much that I can't even think about how much I am missing, but I will see you soon!! You are such a smart boy already!!!
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