Thursday, January 26, 2006

Climbing and Crawling





We had a nice visit from my Dad and Ginny on Friday. Billy showed off some of his new moves, and later on he got into a razzing contest with Grandpa. And on Sunday while Stu was at a friend's place watching the football game, Billy and I went up to Southcenter mall to meet my mom. We discovered together that there is a library at Southcenter mall; a great place for Grandma Em to play and read with Billy. Later that afternoon we stopped in at Great-Grandma Bitow's for a visit. A great weekend for seeing family.

Monday and Tuesday Billy was a little under the weather. He had a bit of a runny nose and a cough, but most noticeably he lost his appetite and was extra tired. Yesterday he started feeling a lot better, and he was very happy about that. We also noticed yesterday how much his crawling has improved. He is especially motivated by a tower built with his stacking cups, because he loves to knock it over. And he's starting to really love pulling himself up on things: couch, shelves, piano bench, me,...what a big boy! It's fun to watch him wobble, and to see the joy and pride on his face. It's more than fun, it's heartwarming!

Otherwise, we've just been living the routine, which Billy and I both enjoy. We're getting more regular with the timing of meals, naps, and bedtime. Bedtime has moved up to 7-7:30, allowing Stu and I some time together in the evening. And Billy is getting more of his much needed rest. He's a growing boy!!

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