my little man

Ben has been having a very busy week. we went to joaquin's 3rd birthday party on tuesday at PUMP IT UP. ben didn't do a lot of bouncing, but was fascinated with all the bright colors and sounds of toddlers frolicking. Today Ben got a visit from Grammy and Daisy. He was laughing and playing with DAisy for hours. Today, we lifted up our head and stared at our fingers. He was SO alert today!!! He seemed like he had so much he wanted to say to us, but just lacked the vocabulary. He tells us when he is hungry by putting his fist in his mouth, and tells us when he is sleepy by rubbing his eyes. He is growing up so fast...he does something new everyday.

discovering fingers and hands

Yesterday was a big day for little Ben. It seemed like everything he did, we were amazed. He found his hand and was looking at it for like 5 minutes. He was able to lift his head longer than ever before (it was like he practiced over night while we were sleeping). He was also really vocal-very loud. Oh, and he had his first big big cry when mommy accidently turned on the kitchen aide without any ingredients....it made a really loud noise and he got startled. I felt so bad!!!
I caught myself thinking to myself how blessed we are to have such a wonderful baby. God is using Ben to teach and mold us into wiser, more thoughful people. Babies (especially Ben) bring joy and a sense of purity. Being amazed by the little poopies and smiles helps me realize how delicate his life is and how much he needs us for everything. In the same light, we need our heavenly Father's for love and guidance. This week I have been in awe of the growth of my little one, and it encourages me to keep moving and growing as a child of God.

In My Arms by Plumb
Your baby blues,full of wonder your curly cues,your contagious smile. And as I watch, you start grow up All I can do is hold you tight Knowing clouds will rage And storms will race in But you will be safe in my arms Rains will pour down,waves will crash around but you will be safe in my arms story books full of fairy tales of Kings and Queens and the bluest skies My heart is torn just in knowing You'll someday see the truth of lies when the clouds will rage and storms will race in But you will be safe in my arms Rains will pour down,waves will crash all around but you will be safe in my arms Castles they might crumble Dreams may not come true But you are never alone Because I will always,always love you When the clouds will rage And storms will race in But you will be safe in my arms Rains will pour down,waves will crash all around but yo will be safe in my arms,in my arms

may 11

i am so in love

We have had an eventful last couple days. Last Wednesday night Will and I went to Flight of the Conchords at Jones Hall...AMAZING!!! We had such a fun time and it was relaxing knowing that Loyla, Will's mom, was with Ben. This was Ben's first "late night" babysitter. I was a little nervous at first because if and when he refluxes it aint perty. BUT he was perfect!!! We came home to a very calm and extra soft (I think she spent the night rubbing lotion on him) baby.


fun with the mac

day after the concert...looking at himself in the mirror

First Mother's Day. Ben slept through lunch with my side of the family, but was happy and awake at Loylas'

Mother's Day gift from hubs. He designed it himself....it's supposed to be reminiscent of Ben when he was inside me. My dad calls it "the bun in the oven" pendant. i think it's precious. Maybe we can put a pink stone in it someday?