10 Months!

It's impossible to believe that 10 months ago today I was in the hospital waiting to meet you. Seems like my pregnancy drug on and on. As a refresher, I was a constant worrier. I relied on my doppler to hear Nolan's heartbeat at least every other day if not more than once a day. Each day I was scared that something would happen.

Now that Nolan is here - and TEN months have flown by... I just am beside myself.

Sunday was Mother's Day and "Nolan" got me a gift certificate to get a facial! Thanks Nolan!!!

The day started off raining complete with thunder and lightening. I took Nolan into the garage (per my goal of having a tradition of watching the rain as a family together. We all were cozy in the garage in our sweats and covered with a blanket while the rain poured down outside. It was just so peaceful! Nolan was such a good little boy and sat still on my lap. Sometimes he gets restless and wants to move around and get into stuff he shouldn't which is especially scary in a garage!

Then we went to Vesuvius for pizza.  Here's Nolan eating his "crunchies" which he loves. They're essentially cheetos for babies.

 Mama and baby! Please excuse the non-showered, non-makeup'd look.

And here my little guy is getting his first real taste for pizza! I love this hoodie, it reminds me of Eminem's character in 8 mile when the hood is up. Makes me giggle. My baby is so gangsta!

Which brings us to today! My little guy is 10 months old!

At 10 months you can:

1. Crawl with the speed of a scary spider that can run and hide really quick while you're grabbing a glass to cover it and then eventually flush it down the toilet. 
2. Sit up in a grocery cart sans car seat (and not a moment too soon - we had to upgrade your seat to a convertible!)
3. Drink from a sippy cup... KIND OF. You're working on it. But at least you understand the concept of what the cup is and why we're giving it to you.
4. Climb up AND DOWN the staircase! We have a "spotter" in both cases though, especially if you're going down.
5. When you get upset you arch your back and throw your head back and scream. That's not something to brag about but it certainly is different than when you were little!
6. Give real hugs, like the "never let go" kind that make me feel really warm inside.
7. Sit on my shoulders! While you hold my hair for support and I hold your legs... we can pretty much go anywhere (up & down stairs even!)

There is obviously much more you can do, but those are some highlights.

Gotta post the standard baby-in-the-bath picture which has kind of become my thing. You really enjoy your baths! When I pour water on your head you stand up as if to avoid the water that is rinsing your hair. You smile at me and then bounce a little. You sure are a fun little guy! Happy 10 month birthday! I can't believe how fast a year goes!!