April 8, 2009

Never a day without laughter

I can't tell you how many times every day Carter will do something that has me busting up laughing! I was watching him tonight and thinking about how thankful I am to have him. Laughter is the best medicine for anything! :)

There were a couple flies in our house this morning that were driving me crazy. I looked around for the fly swatter, but I couldn't find it. The flies kept landing on the coffee table, so in place of the fly swatter, I grabbed one of Carter's books. He was playing with something in the kitchen, and I didn't think he was looking my way, so I took one big swat at the table with the book. Of course I missed, but then he was walking back my way, so I gave up. Two seconds later, he goes and grabs a book, lifts it up to his head, and slams it onto the coffee table. I tried SOOO hard not to laugh, but the proud look on his face, I just couldn't help it!!!!! He laughs this develish little laugh, and does it again. I don't know why it was so funny, but it was. Pretty soon I distracted him with something else and thankfully he gave up the book slamming.

Carter went to Grammy's today since I was working. Uncle Todd decided to come out for a visit since he had the day off. Carter absolutely LOVES him, its adorable! He doesn't want much to do with me, or my Mom when Todd's around. They wrestled, went for a walk, took a little cat nap on the couch, and had all sorts of fun. Carter kept running up to Todd's legs yelling "aghhhh" and would give him big bear hugs. <3

He loves the word "ball" now. We went to Target yesterday and I was wandering the kids toys and sporting goods aisles, trying to fill up his Easter basket. All I heard over and over...."baa, baa, baa, baa." He can't quite say the "l's" yet, but he's trying. Its really cute when he tries to say baseball. It sounds nothing like the word itself, more like "buh-baa."

So at random times throughout the day, we go through the progression of words he knows. I ask him to say Mommy, Daddy, Papa, Grammy, ball, and baseball. He will say all the words, except for Grammy. He made up his own baby sign for Grammy which he does ALL THE TIME! He sticks out his pointer finger, and shakes it (think "no no") We aren't quite sure where the sign came from, but its funny that he will say all the words you ask, until you get to Grammy, he shakes his finger around. :) Then I will say, "No Carter, say Grammy with your mouth, use your words." He just sticks his pointer finger in his mouth. haha.

Just for kicks, here is my favorite picture so far this week. :) I was in the kitching, and he starts yelling, "MAMA, MAMA!!!!" I walk around the corner, and this is what I found.
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Never a dull moment! :)

April 1, 2009

In a blogging funk

Can you tell I haven't been in the mood to blog lately? As a matter of fact, i'm still not, but I decided it was time to write at least a sentence or two. :)

Life has been busy!!! Work has been really busy, which is awesome! My scheduled days have been almost completely booked for the past 8 weeks. It's incredible, and i'm SO thankful! I did have a nice break today, and it was a great chance to get caught up on laundry, grocery shopping, semi-cleaning the house, etc. :)

Carter learned a few new words this week. He says Papa, and also Ball. They don't really sound exactly like they should, but he's trying. :) He has been trying to say MINE for a few weeks now, I really don't know where he learned that one.

As for an update on my last post...a few people asked me about. We decided to wait until he is 17 months for his MMR shot. They like to wait about a month inbetween vaccines, so I decided to do it then that way we don't get behind on his 18 month shots. I will just take him in a couple weeks late for his 18 month appt. I feel better about the decision, and then at 18 months, he will be all caught up and done with vaccines for a while, YAY!

Thats all for now. Hopefully I will be back before another 2 months go by!

February 25, 2009

MMR Vaccination

Tomorrow is Carter's 15 month appointment. I postponed the MMR vaccination at his 12 month appointment, and said I would reevaluate my decision at 15 months. I am still SOO torn on what to do. I have prayed for guidance, and clarity, and I feel as though i'm still right where I was 3 months ago.

I wish I would just feel like I knew what the "right" decision was for us. I know this is such a controversial topic, and I don't think blogging about this is going to give me the answer i'm looking for, however I just need to get it out.

I understand that there is a lack of evidence on both sides of the argument. I have reseached vaccines off and on for the past year, and still have yet to make a solid decision.

I just feel like its a catch 22. If I give him the vax, and he has a bad reaction, I will never forgive myself. However if I don't give him the vax, and he contracts one of the illnesses, I would feel the same way.

I am praying God will help me make a decision. I just want to make an informed decision, and do what is best for Carter!

AGHHHHHHHHH

February 13, 2009

To Daddy: Love Carter

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Happy Valentines Day!!!

January 28, 2009

I heart faces - Joy

This weeks theme is joy. I thought this picture fit the theme. :)

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January 27, 2009

Can't live without a binky and blankie

Carter came walking out of him room today looking so cute holding his binky and blankie. He likes to snuggle lately before he goes to sleep, its the sweetest thing. I had to grab my camera today when he came walking down the hall pulling his blankie behind him, sucking away on his pacifier. He just melts my heart!!! The second he sees me lift up the camera, he tries to smile, with his typical "cheese" face. :)

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Trying to put his socks back on. :)
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And one more, just because I love it. :)
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January 21, 2009

I heart faces



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I saw this fun little contest on Paige's blog, http://www.dreamlandphotography.blogspot.com/ and I thought I would join in the fun. Check out their site! http://iheartfaces.blogspot.com/