Our first child was born in October of 2010. Time is flying by and he is changing so much! This blog is dedicated to documenting all the special moments and milestones we share together as a family.

Saturday, February 25, 2012

Bean 16.5 Months

*walking for a over a month, prefers crawling sometime
*says ouph (ouch) when we get hurt!
*very particular about nursing - lets me know which side he prefers and does not care for modesty.
*feeding therapy - trying to get the Bean to eat regular food - still only eats purees
*says elbow
*loves to sing "hands a washing" from music class
*likes to be in learning tower
*checks out situation before playing i.e. we went to Tumbleweed park. Bean sat on the ground for a few minutes looking at the playground equipment, decided which section he wanted to go to and played there the entire time we were at the park.
*Likes to hold my hand while riding in his smart trike - super sweet, although hard to do if I am the one pushing him
*Climbing wherever he can
*likes park benches

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Lent 2012

Right now, I am feeling the need to clean my smelly kitchen, but have decided it is important to take a few moments and reflect upon the beginning of Lent tomorrow.

For Lent, I like to add something positive, as well as make a sacrifice. As a busy mom of a child who has difficulty sleeping day and night, I find it challenging to find time for prayer and meditation. I certainly don't have time to sit and meditate alone. I don't even get to pee alone. During this Lenten season, I plan to focus more on prayer and meditation. I know I will not be able to find quiet moments for myself, but my goal is to remember to pray and meditate on good intentions for my loved ones throughout the day. My husband and I both have/had grandmothers who were prayer warriors for their family. I want to be that kind of mama for my family.

I also want to add in focusing on the positive. In general, this is something I do a lot of, but have found this to be a bit of a struggle the past few months, I think because I am over tired. When I have feelings of jealousy or insecurity creep up, I want to remind myself to think about where others are coming from, empathize, and rise above negative feelings, especially in dealings with my husband. I really want to be his greatest supporter.

As far as giving up something for Lent, I am going to give up ... chocolate and animal protein - 46 days, I can do it, right? When I am craving chocolate or dairy that will be a reminder to meditate on how great my life really is and say a prayer for the health, safety, and well being of my loved ones.

I wish you all a blessed Easter season!