Creepy Crawly

I've learned that time flies by too fast!

   I got home yesterday from work and the first thing that Kevin said to me was "Tripp is trying to crawl!!" To which I immediately replied "I don't believe you! I refuse!!" He then set him down on the blanket for some tummy time and then..it happened. He didn't crawl, but there was some definite forward movement!! He stuck his butt up in the air, straightened his legs out and puuuushed with all his might with his toes forward! And sure enough, he scooted across the blanket. His hands were down to his side so his poor face was dragging on the blanket, but it was plushy so I didn't worry too much.At one point, he was on all fours, for about a second!  After watching him do this for about 5 minutes I started crying! My little man is growing up waaay too fast!! He'll be 4 months on Sunday!! FOUR months! My sister started to crawl at 5 months, so I guess its in the family.  

He's rolling over onto his tummy so fast now! It's like he doesn't really have to use any effort at all. It's the fastest roll over I have ever seen!! Today, he rolled over so fast and then promptly started trying to crawl...this scared me soo much!! Not because I thought he'd hurt himself or whatever, but because the want to move is so strong in this kid! He's pretty busy! 

It's been so fascinating watching him grow. Now that we're nearing the crawling stage, I'm excited and somewhat scared. I guess not knowing what's ahead is the scary part. It's kind of like when I was pregnant and waiting to deliver. I was so scared! But then I did it and It wasn't so bad. Then taking him home was scary. The unknown of it all. It's so much better now...I'm pretty comfortable with how to take care of him NOW. But, now I'm scared all over again!! The great unknown! I guess that describes motherhood. Exciting and scary. 

Don't get me wrong, I'm excited to see him start exploring the world around him and learning things! It's just that he's going to be into everything! Maybe I should have registered for a gate! :) 

"Nap" time

I've learned that when Tripp is quiet in his crib, he's not always sleeping.

  Tripp has been reaaalllly cranky all day long and has refused to take a nap. He didn't want to be held,lay down, sit up, even his favorite tummy time was a bad idea. So, I bundled him up, put the binky in his mouth, set him on his back in the middle of  his crib, shut the door, and walked away...just to see what would happen. I don't think I have ever heard such a cry before..it was pitiful. But, I held my ground and tried to ignore him.

   Kevin was cleaning out the car and rather than listen to him cry, I went outside to help him. When we finished we came in the house and all was quiet. Success!! I felt rather pleased with myself. Kevin tip-toed over to the door and put his ear to it...Noise. Well, at least he wasn't crying, right? Kevin opened the door and gasped "MEGAN! Look!!" I ran over to find Tripp out of his bundle, moved up to the edge of his crib on his TUMMY! He looked over at his and his expression was like "Hey..whats up?" He was even holding onto the bars! That's right people!! At the age of 3 months, my son has rolled over from his back to his tummy!! What have I gotten myself into?? Lots..and lots..and lots..of fun!


  This kid cracks me up!!

   You know who else cracks me up?? Kevin. I love hearing the pearls of wisdom he tells Tripp on almost a daily basis. He's hilarious!

  Alright, he's awake from his nap and I can't stave off the need to hold him any longer. Have a great evening!!

While he sleeps...

I've learned to get all my chores done while Tripp sleeps. Like putting the dishes away, folding laundry, making the blackberry pie I've been wanting to make since yesterday...all things I could be doing now...but I'm blogging. Go figure.

   I've been thinking a lot about this blog. What I could use it for, and how it would represent me. I could sit here and use it as a soap box to talk about my opinions on politics, religion, the economy, complain about my day...but I'm much more simple minded than that.

   As I sit here, Tripp is asleep on the couch. I look over at him and my heart swells for the love I have for him. Almost to the point of tears. I love the little family that Kevin and I have made. I wish to share that with you...all of my three followers. I want you to know how much I love my son, my husband, and even the dog.

  I'll share with you all aspects of my life. So get ready! I'm a wife, mother,daughter with lupus, ASL interpreter, and you guessed it..a Mormon.

I'll take two, please

 

My best friend since first grade, Courtney, just had a baby. And this is her! Jocelyn Elise Gentry!! I LOOOVE this picture!! I can NOT get over how adorable she is!! She had a photo shoot in her home and here are some more pictures of her and the happy family!!

The happy family!

I haven't met this little angel yet, and I'm anxiously awaiting the time that I can!! I can't wait for her and Tripp to play together! CONGRATS Cori and Justin!! 

Cutting my teeth...

Here I am! I've finally made a blog!! After thinking and thinking about what to blog about, I've decided to blog about my son, Tripp! He's fun, adorable, and freakin hilarious. So, why not? Every now and then I might blog about something else..but mostly it will be about Tripp. I hope you enjoy the crazy hectic life that is mine!!