I have gone back and forth about whether or not to make my blog private...but I've decided that I think it is best for me to go ahead and do this! I want to be able to use this blog as a way to document all that goes on with our family and just don't want that shared with anyone who randomly searches for song lyrics that I happen to have on a blog post :)
That being said...I know that I LOVE reading people's blogs and staying updated with what's going on with their families. I also know that I read some pretty random blogs that I don't even know the people that well, but am just encouraged by the way that they raise their kids, live their life, etc. So...if you would like to be added to the list to be able to read my blog, please either leave a comment below with your email address, or you can email me at bethannhill@gmail.com. Don't feel creepy...I promise I won't view it that way :)
Hope everyone is having a wonderful week!
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
18 months...
18 months...I cant believe it! That has always sounded so old for me
when people would talk about their 18 month old..how do I already have
one?!
Height: 33 1/4" (80%)
Weight: 25 lbs 10oz (50%)
Sweet boy is so ready for warmer weather...having to stay inside all day is about to send him over the edge! We have had a few warmer days so we have soaked those up outside...which means one happy little boy in this house!
He is repeating and copying everything these days....it is precious! From words that we say, to things that we do...he is such a sponge and is taking every single thing in.
Two of his bottom molars are beginning to pop through so that has been fun :) He has really handled those a lot better than the top two so far. This gives him a total of 11 teeth...slowly but surely these pearly whites are coming through! He LOVES to brush his teeth...I hope this great dental hygiene lasts forever :)
He loves laughing...which works out well because he cracks himself...and me...up all day :)
We tried finger painting a few times this month...he loved it. Was a little confused that he couldn't eat the paint, but finally got the hang of it. He does this at school a good bit so it was fun seeing him try it out at home. As far as a paint brush goes...well, he'd rather get paint all over the brush then throw it on the floor...watching the paint splatter everywhere... :)
He is still handing out kisses and hugs left and right...I.LOVE.THIS! He has always been a cuddly little thing, but has taken that to a whole new level here recently.
Bath time is still a favorite...he loves filling things up in the bath and then pouring it all over him. I think he would stay in the bath all day if we let him!
He is in to EVERYTHING. EVERYTHING! I love his curiosity and inquisitive nature...he loves to figure out how things work and go together.
He is very lovey with his stuffed animals..and a doll he found at my parent's house...I think he's getting ready for baby sister to come along. I hope he loves on her like he does his animals!
We took a fun trip to the McWane center this month with Mel and the kiddos...W just loves his cousins so much!
We are in the process of getting his big boy room together...it has been a process, but I think we almost have everything. Now we just need to move it all in to the room! We debated on whether or not to move him in to a big-boy bed now or wait until later, but we decided to go ahead and keep him in a crib for the time being and move him into a twin (which will also be in his room) when we feel like he is ready. He LOVES his crib, so I didn't want to rush him out of it. We are going to move his furniture and crib in to the baby's room, then get him a new temporary crib...I don't think he'll be in it for long, but we feel like it is what is right and best for him right now.
Height: 33 1/4" (80%)
Weight: 25 lbs 10oz (50%)
Sweet boy is so ready for warmer weather...having to stay inside all day is about to send him over the edge! We have had a few warmer days so we have soaked those up outside...which means one happy little boy in this house!
He is repeating and copying everything these days....it is precious! From words that we say, to things that we do...he is such a sponge and is taking every single thing in.
Two of his bottom molars are beginning to pop through so that has been fun :) He has really handled those a lot better than the top two so far. This gives him a total of 11 teeth...slowly but surely these pearly whites are coming through! He LOVES to brush his teeth...I hope this great dental hygiene lasts forever :)
He loves laughing...which works out well because he cracks himself...and me...up all day :)
We tried finger painting a few times this month...he loved it. Was a little confused that he couldn't eat the paint, but finally got the hang of it. He does this at school a good bit so it was fun seeing him try it out at home. As far as a paint brush goes...well, he'd rather get paint all over the brush then throw it on the floor...watching the paint splatter everywhere... :)
He is still handing out kisses and hugs left and right...I.LOVE.THIS! He has always been a cuddly little thing, but has taken that to a whole new level here recently.
Bath time is still a favorite...he loves filling things up in the bath and then pouring it all over him. I think he would stay in the bath all day if we let him!
He is in to EVERYTHING. EVERYTHING! I love his curiosity and inquisitive nature...he loves to figure out how things work and go together.
He is very lovey with his stuffed animals..and a doll he found at my parent's house...I think he's getting ready for baby sister to come along. I hope he loves on her like he does his animals!
We took a fun trip to the McWane center this month with Mel and the kiddos...W just loves his cousins so much!
We are in the process of getting his big boy room together...it has been a process, but I think we almost have everything. Now we just need to move it all in to the room! We debated on whether or not to move him in to a big-boy bed now or wait until later, but we decided to go ahead and keep him in a crib for the time being and move him into a twin (which will also be in his room) when we feel like he is ready. He LOVES his crib, so I didn't want to rush him out of it. We are going to move his furniture and crib in to the baby's room, then get him a new temporary crib...I don't think he'll be in it for long, but we feel like it is what is right and best for him right now.
Monday, January 7, 2013
17 months...
This month has been a blast with Watson. He is absolutely hilarious
every single day. We still have a tantrum...just about every day...but
once that comes and goes he is good to go :) I realized that some of the pictures I put in Watson's 16 month post were actually from this month, so I don't have too many for this one...
We have had some pretty cold days, but that hasn't stopped little man from getting outside - this is definitely his "happy place"...always.
He has also started to love stickers - and for whatever reason he thinks they should go on his face and no where else :)
One of his favorite things to play with right now is a container of zip-ties. Random, I know, but he LOVES them! I had to get them out when I was decorating for Christmas, and they quickly turned in to his favorite toy. Looks like I need to find a game of pick-up-sticks to buy this boy!
We did go through another round of croup this month...and an awful cough for about a week after that...but luckily it never got too bad and cleared up with a round of antibiotics. He only had a couple days of being pitiful...and a couple of nights winding up in our bed... :)
He is loving his legos and books still - I
absolutely love hearing him "read" out loud to me...which he does ALL
the time. I love how much he loves his books - I hope that continues
throughout his life!
We have had some pretty cold days, but that hasn't stopped little man from getting outside - this is definitely his "happy place"...always.
He has also started to love stickers - and for whatever reason he thinks they should go on his face and no where else :)
Several times this month he fell asleep while
eating...which is sad and hilarious at the same time. I always take him
up to bed when he starts to do this...but I have to admit that we laugh
really hard watching him...and snapping a few pics first :) He sleeps great still...praise the Lord! He usually sleeps 2-3 hours during the day, and 11-13 hours at night.
One of his favorite things to play with right now is a container of zip-ties. Random, I know, but he LOVES them! I had to get them out when I was decorating for Christmas, and they quickly turned in to his favorite toy. Looks like I need to find a game of pick-up-sticks to buy this boy!
We did go through another round of croup this month...and an awful cough for about a week after that...but luckily it never got too bad and cleared up with a round of antibiotics. He only had a couple days of being pitiful...and a couple of nights winding up in our bed... :)
Christmas in Pictures...
Merry Christmas!
Christmas tree at our house this year - I wish Christmas trees were a year-round thing :)
Helping us make Christmas cookies - he wasn't too in to it this year...maybe next year!
We had a lot of this going on by the tree this year :) He really did so much better than we thought...we weren't sure if the tree would still be standing by Christmas day...but sweet boy only messed with it occasionally...although he knew he wasn't supposed to :)
Graham and I Christmas morning...and yes, you can tell that I am 5 months pregnant :)
Watson loves cuddling with Poppa...In fact, sometimes Poppa is the only one who can get him to go to sleep.
Christmas morning...Santa came! We stayed at my parent's house Christmas Eve night, so Santa visited Watson at their house :)
My beautiful Mom
Mom and Abby on Christmas morning
Watson cheered for everyone opening their gifts while sitting on the stairs...for whatever reason he loves sitting on this first step at mom and dad's house?!
These two are trouble together...!
Melanie and I with our Dabado. So blessed to have spent this day with him.
Dabado and his kiddos...beautiful family!
Me and Mel
Friday, December 21, 2012
Pink!
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We found out 4 months ago that we are expecting another precious miracle in our family and we could not be more excited! I am 20 weeks along, so in late April or early May, we will be welcoming a little GIRL in to our lives!!!
My official due date is May 7, but my doctor is predicting more towards the end of April...we shall see! So far it has been a pretty eventful pregnancy at times, but thankfully everything has been okay with each new bump in the road and baby girl seems to be as healthy as can be!
We are beyond thankful to the Lord for blessing us with another child...we cannot wait to meet this little angel and see Watson as a big brother!
Monday, December 17, 2012
Catching up...
I have not updated the blog in quite a while because my computer will
not turn on...not a good sign, right? I think it is fixable, we just
haven't been able to take it in yet...REALLY hoping I have not lost all
of the pictures on my computer...that would pretty much be all of the
pictures of Watson's first year of life. I can say that as soon as we
get it fixed I will be backing everything up to an external hard drive
ASAP!!
All of that to say...this is going to be a really long post!
So I am updating now from Graham's computer...not sure why I didn't think of this earlier! Since I can't get to the pictures on my computer, I won't be able to post pictures for each month, but I can give a quick overview of what has been going on in our lives!
Celebrating Graham (31) and Abby's (3) birthday!
Watson began walking at about 12 1/2 months and then consistently at 13 months. He is now 16 months and just started running! He loves to climb on things...especially stairs, couches, chairs, beds, etc.
Being outside is his absolute favorite - he is as content as can be while outside. We have a cat next door to us that he wants to play with SO bad...but the poor cat is terrified of Watson. Probably for good reason :) If he's not chasing the cat, he is picking up leaves, playing in grass, chasing/being chased by me and Graham (he thinks this is hilarious!)
He is a child of routine but is flexible at the same time - such a blessing! He definitely does best when he can follow his typical schedule of sleeping until 7:30 or 8, napping at 12:30 for 2-3 hours, then bed at 7:30 or 8. The whole first year of his life we rocked him to sleep, but when he turned one he just pointed to his bed one night after his Bible story and was ready to go to sleep on his own! We now read a Bible story, say our prayers, sing a song and go to bed. He does great with this...and we are thankful for that!!
Sweet boy LOVES being in just his diaper...pre and post-bathtime are his favorite. In fact, getting him dressed has become quite the struggle lately as he just does not want to wear clothes. Not an option :)
He is saying several words...some of which only Graham and I can understand but others that are very clear: Bye bye, pat pat (when he pats or knocks on the door), yeah (his favorite...says it all the time), shake ("sha"), all done ("da-done"), Mama, Dada, Poppa, ball, uh-oh, choo choo. Even when we cannot understand what he is saying, he talks...all day long! He also loves to "read" books out loud. This just might be the most precious thing, ever.
It is amazing to me how much he can understand. At nap time I can say, "Ready for a nap?" And he says "Yeah" and walks to the stairs. Or I can ask him to go get his shoes and he will. He gets reallllly excited when I ask him if he wants to go outside! Those are just a few examples, but it is amazing to watch him learning things so quickly! He also copies EVERYTHING...whether it is an action or trying to repeat words...he is a little sponge these days!
We now have 7 teeth...and boy have they been doozies coming in. Nothing like his two molars that are trying to come in, now though. They have popped through, but are still making their grand entrance...they are making him miserable... We have tried every teething trick in the books and nothing seems to be giving him any relief. Hopefully this will be over sooner rather than later!
Meal time is still a favorite time of the day. All I have to say is "Watson, are you ready for breakfast?" And he goes immediately to his high chair, hands me his bib, and is ready to go! Teething and a stomach virus kept him appetite suppressed for a while, but it is officially back...and as big as ever! He would love to eat bad foods all day (who wouldn't?!) but thankfully he is a pretty good eater with all kinds of foods. He is getting better about using a spoon by himself, but gets pretty frustrated when the food falls off. A fork is actually easier for him to use right now.
His favorite toys are his legos, 4-wheeler and books. His favorite show...which works like a charm EVERY time I need to keep him occupied for 30 minutes or so...is the Fresh Beat Band. He also loves wearing things on his head...hats, headbands (yes, headbands...he wears them more like sweatbands across his forehead though...and loves it), glasses, etc.
His favorite person...at all times and always...is his Mana. (My mom) Watson has a look of pure joy any time he is around her!
His personality is beginning to show more and more every single day. He is sweet as can be...and quite the ham...but my gracious are we starting to see some stubornness shine through! Whew...power struggles are in full force around here... Graham and I are trying to figure out what kind of discipline techniques work best for us. More than anything, though, we find ourselves laughing all the time at Watson. He is hilarious...and I'm pretty sure he knows exactly what he is doing!
He loves to cuddle and be held...which I don't mind one bit!
Watson mimics EVERYTHING these days...and it is precious to watch! He is a very curious and deep-thinking little boy...and I'm realizing that he is truly taking EVERYTHING in at all times!
He loves to sing and dance. We did a music class this fall and Watson loved every second of it! We still sing the songs...all...day....long :)
We also started Mothers Day Out this fall one morning a week and Watson has done really well with that. He still gets sad when I leave him, but apparently this doesn't last long and he does great the rest of the morning.
We love this sweet little boy more than words can say...he brings us SO much JOY every single day!
All of that to say...this is going to be a really long post!
So I am updating now from Graham's computer...not sure why I didn't think of this earlier! Since I can't get to the pictures on my computer, I won't be able to post pictures for each month, but I can give a quick overview of what has been going on in our lives!
Celebrating Graham (31) and Abby's (3) birthday!
Watson began walking at about 12 1/2 months and then consistently at 13 months. He is now 16 months and just started running! He loves to climb on things...especially stairs, couches, chairs, beds, etc.
Being outside is his absolute favorite - he is as content as can be while outside. We have a cat next door to us that he wants to play with SO bad...but the poor cat is terrified of Watson. Probably for good reason :) If he's not chasing the cat, he is picking up leaves, playing in grass, chasing/being chased by me and Graham (he thinks this is hilarious!)
He is a child of routine but is flexible at the same time - such a blessing! He definitely does best when he can follow his typical schedule of sleeping until 7:30 or 8, napping at 12:30 for 2-3 hours, then bed at 7:30 or 8. The whole first year of his life we rocked him to sleep, but when he turned one he just pointed to his bed one night after his Bible story and was ready to go to sleep on his own! We now read a Bible story, say our prayers, sing a song and go to bed. He does great with this...and we are thankful for that!!
Sweet boy LOVES being in just his diaper...pre and post-bathtime are his favorite. In fact, getting him dressed has become quite the struggle lately as he just does not want to wear clothes. Not an option :)
Mel and I at Abby's birthday party
He is saying several words...some of which only Graham and I can understand but others that are very clear: Bye bye, pat pat (when he pats or knocks on the door), yeah (his favorite...says it all the time), shake ("sha"), all done ("da-done"), Mama, Dada, Poppa, ball, uh-oh, choo choo. Even when we cannot understand what he is saying, he talks...all day long! He also loves to "read" books out loud. This just might be the most precious thing, ever.
Dad and Reynolds ran in a 10k...proud of them!
It is amazing to me how much he can understand. At nap time I can say, "Ready for a nap?" And he says "Yeah" and walks to the stairs. Or I can ask him to go get his shoes and he will. He gets reallllly excited when I ask him if he wants to go outside! Those are just a few examples, but it is amazing to watch him learning things so quickly! He also copies EVERYTHING...whether it is an action or trying to repeat words...he is a little sponge these days!
Halloween fun
We now have 7 teeth...and boy have they been doozies coming in. Nothing like his two molars that are trying to come in, now though. They have popped through, but are still making their grand entrance...they are making him miserable... We have tried every teething trick in the books and nothing seems to be giving him any relief. Hopefully this will be over sooner rather than later!
Playing outside on Thanksgiving
Meal time is still a favorite time of the day. All I have to say is "Watson, are you ready for breakfast?" And he goes immediately to his high chair, hands me his bib, and is ready to go! Teething and a stomach virus kept him appetite suppressed for a while, but it is officially back...and as big as ever! He would love to eat bad foods all day (who wouldn't?!) but thankfully he is a pretty good eater with all kinds of foods. He is getting better about using a spoon by himself, but gets pretty frustrated when the food falls off. A fork is actually easier for him to use right now.
His favorite toys are his legos, 4-wheeler and books. His favorite show...which works like a charm EVERY time I need to keep him occupied for 30 minutes or so...is the Fresh Beat Band. He also loves wearing things on his head...hats, headbands (yes, headbands...he wears them more like sweatbands across his forehead though...and loves it), glasses, etc.
His favorite person...at all times and always...is his Mana. (My mom) Watson has a look of pure joy any time he is around her!
His personality is beginning to show more and more every single day. He is sweet as can be...and quite the ham...but my gracious are we starting to see some stubornness shine through! Whew...power struggles are in full force around here... Graham and I are trying to figure out what kind of discipline techniques work best for us. More than anything, though, we find ourselves laughing all the time at Watson. He is hilarious...and I'm pretty sure he knows exactly what he is doing!
He loves to cuddle and be held...which I don't mind one bit!
We went to the High School playoffs game to watch Vestavia play Hoover...and see my cousin play in his last game
Watson mimics EVERYTHING these days...and it is precious to watch! He is a very curious and deep-thinking little boy...and I'm realizing that he is truly taking EVERYTHING in at all times!
He loves to sing and dance. We did a music class this fall and Watson loved every second of it! We still sing the songs...all...day....long :)
We also started Mothers Day Out this fall one morning a week and Watson has done really well with that. He still gets sad when I leave him, but apparently this doesn't last long and he does great the rest of the morning.
We love this sweet little boy more than words can say...he brings us SO much JOY every single day!
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