Zoom...Zoom...Zoom!

Mason is officially crawling and we are so excited! We were starting to wonder if it was every going to happen. He is now zooming and zipping all over the place. We are realizing very quickly that it's going to be twice as hard to keep up with him now. When he wants something, he takes off and gets it, which is already starting to exhaust mommy and daddy. At first he would kinda scoot around using one leg to propel his body forward while moaning and groaning in protest. He just didn't like to do it. He would crawl just far enough to reach the object then collapse on his belly and bury his head on the floor. But now he's on all fours and seems to enjoy his new mobility. When he reaches the object of his desire, he can grab it and sit back up and start playing with it. He smiles and laughs when he finally reaches his destination. It is so fulfilling to see him accomplish this new task. It is so incredible to witness these baby steps.

We are in the process of baby-proofing the home. Lamps, candlesticks, plants and all other decorations will soon be put up. Light sockets are being plugged up and the hardwood floors will soon be covered up with a big rug. We are concerned that we might miss something. So, if you have any suggestions that may help, we are all for them!

He still LOVES to eat! He is now feeing himself the Gerber stars and yogurt bites, it's so cute to see him concentrate on picking the star up and then quickly get it to his mouth! It's amazing how his hand-eye coordination and crawling skills improve by the hour. When we eat at home, we usually invite my Mom and Dad to i-chat with us. Mason loves seeing his grandma and granddad on the computer while he eats. We love having the Mac technology to share his milestones with my parents in Atlanta! If you have loved ones who live far away, the mac i-chat program is priceless!

Mason's personality continues to blossom. He is such a happy little man, quick to smile and giggle. He loves peek-a-boo, Lexi's bumper, his truck and baseballs. He is starting to like to sit and have me read him books, but they have to be the cardboard page kind, because he likes to eat the thin paper kind. He loves his baby can read video's and will throw his arms high in the air when you say, "Put your arms up Mason, put your arms up." We of course think this is because he is brilliant! I think all parents think that. The only thing he isn't doing is saying Mama or Dada. But that will come in time. It's just another memory we have to look forward to in this remarkable journey. God has truly blessed us with a wonderful little boy!

On His Own!

So, it's not like he's ready for college or anything, but Mason is growing up so fast!! He is now holding his own bottle and can take it in and out of his mouth as he pleases! However, he only does this with his "juice" bottles. When you are rocking him or trying to put him to sleep, he doesn't like to be bothered, which I adore. He still wants that mommy/baby snuggle/bottle time. So, I'm more than happy to hold his bottle as long as he wants. I'm so not ready to give that up anytime soon!

It's only a matter of time before Mason is crawling all over the place. He's almost got it, but just can't seem to stay on his knees for more than two steps before he falls on his belly. He would prefer to walk everywhere and can cruise up and down the length of the sofa while holding on with one hand. It's really cute.

I'm adoring this stage in his life where it seems like he picks up a new skill or tick everyday. But at the same time it's a little bittersweet. My baby is growing up.

Fun Weekend!

I love three day weekends, especially when my Mom and Dad are in town to enjoy them with us. Mason is such a joy. Every day he does something new that just captures our hearts. Like today, Lexi was standing in front of him while Mason was in his exerciser. Lexi started wagging her tail, brushing Mason's face back and forth with her fluffy hair. Well, Mason thought this was HILARIOUS. He kept on giggling, which made Lexi wag her tail that much more which made him laugh even louder. So freaking cute!!

Also, we put a swing up on the back porch. At first we thought Mason wasn't a big fan, which confused us. We'd push him gently, back and forth, but he would just sit there looking board. Well, it turns out we were a little tame in our technique. Travis decided to push him a bit higher the other day and this was more of Mason's speed. He started squealing with laughter! It seems the higher the better, the faster the more fun for our little dare-devil!! Lord help us!