The other day we pulled a baby gift out of the closet for the first time. Jean and I would both like to Thank Meranda, Ryan, and Ryella for the gift, as well as give them a stern look for buying something that does NOTHING but make noise. Its a musical activity center that is on legs so Wyatt can stand up to it and play with it. The first thing we noticed when we put the legs on and set it up (even though we noticed the box says for 12+ months) is that its too short already!! Wyatt loves beating and banging on this thing, and in the last week or two, has already worn out the batteries. The big question now, should we replace them??
The last time we went grocery shopping we bought a tub of pre-made pudding. The purpose of this was not for our consumption but for that of something for Wyatt to play with and maybe do some art with. As much as he loved playing with it, I saw fear, worry, concern, and many other emotions cross Jeans face. None were because of Wyatts well being, but because of the mess that he was creating. I however, was not worried. I was going out to the garage as soon as he was done!
For your viewing pleasure, a short video of the event.
Another video we have been meaning to share with you all, is Wyatt finding his shoe basket. He loves pulling them out to play with them, and I have to say, the game we have come up with does make me smile as well.
Today, Wyatt wanted to help out with some household chores we were doing. He found it to be his job to help dad with some work stuff, and go through the blueprints for an upcoming project. As much as I appreciate his help, and attention to detail on this, I think I am still waiting for one page to "come to pass". Just kidding!
Wyatt has also become very well read lately. No matter how often we put them away, he always pulls his books back out and flips through them. He has told me that he is working on a theory of a car that runs on water or something like that. At least I think that what he said. He gets into that technical jargon and it all seems like a different language to me!
We also had a quick lesson on fishing this evening. From as near as I can tell, the reason I havent been catching fish has to do with my legs actually coming over the front of the seat, and I have the boat in the water. Just a guess.
Oh my how the time flies. Part of me is totally amazed by the fact its been a month since a bona-fide update, and another part of me is saying, "Well, you have worn yourself out a bit lately chasing that kid around!".
Now, I will admit, I have never seen a young child or baby act like they were stiff or sore. Kids just don't get that way, and sleeping is not exception. As an adult (or as close as I have ever been), if you sleep in a position your body is not used to, the next day you are miserable. I am jealous of kids for that reason. Every morning is a new adventure as to how Wyatt fell asleep, or moved into while he slept.
Over the last month, we have also ventured to the park. The nice early spring we had for awhile gave us that chance, and we took advantage. Even though it was all very new to Wyatt, and probably a bit overwhelming, we did at least let him try a few new things while we were there.
Dad, do I get fed in this chair too?
Just so you know, mom, the only reason I am sitting still for a picture is so you guys don't send me down that slide again! That thing is creepy!!
The mobility that Wyatt has gained is astonishing. He sits still for nothing, and they even have mentioned at daycare that "Wyatt does not let anything get in his way." Even the things that he really should sit still for, and refuses to can get interesting. I am not complaining, because Wyatt has been an awesome kid, and we have no complaints there, as well as I understand that every parent goes through this, but as a first time parent, I think anyone who has been there can agree, its interesting, and at times, funny.
I really don't remember this tub being this short last time I was in here. Look, my feet touch the end now, and my head is all the way over here touching this side......
The warm weather also let us take Wyatt out into the yard to see what his reaction would be to that. The good news, he sat still for nearly 2 minutes. The bad, 2 minutes outside was almost too much. Baby steps I guess.....
Yeah, its kinda soft like carpet, but tastes terrible!!!
We spent a day over helping a friend of ours with some household chores while her husband is overseas in Iraq. Her 5 year old daughter, Madison, and Wyatt got along great, and played together all day.
Yeah, sorry Madison, you are NOT going to be able to lift me!
Wyatts crawling has turned to climbing. He has now turned every chair and piece of furniture in our house into a ladder. This increases the time that we laugh and smile at him and with him, but also scares the crap out of us that he is growing up so fast.
OK, daddy, I am up, and I smiled for you, now will you PLEASE help me down?!?!?!
The time also came for Wyatts first haircut. As you can see in some of the pictures above, his hair was actually long enough to get into his eyes.
Before
After!!!!
This past weekend presented us with Mothers Day. Wyatt woke up promptly at 5:30 as usual, and we let mommy sleep in. That afternoon, we all met the rest of the Kaproth gang for supper at Banning Junction.
Yeah, I know I look pale, but really, its not me! She is just that dark!!
I know what your all thinking, and I have no clue why our grandparents cant figure out this camera stuff! Seriously, who are the babies here?!?!?
Yeah, my parents are right! I AM CUTE!!
Yesterday was also Wyatts 8 month birthday! Here is the birthday photo we took for his timeline.
