Stair-climber, foodie, dog-lover, explorer, talker, reckless driver. Those are your latest personas this month. Your curiosity has exploded and has enabled you to find these new facets of your young life.
The month began with your dad and I almost filing a missing child report. I was working quietly in my office and you were playing with your dad in the great room. It was noticeably quiet when the silence was broken by your dad suddenly yelling your name. When arriving on the scene to see what the fuss was about, I found only your dad. You were gone. Really gone. Thus, the search for the missing child began. It took us a few minutes to find you. You had managed to crawl to the front door, up all of the stairs, and into the loft where you were playing with your toys. You were extremely proud of your ability to explore and climb the stairs unassisted. When we found you, there was much giggling and squealing involved as your dad and I breathed an audible sigh of relief.
New foods entered into your diet this month. You are an adventurous eater which thrills your dad. So far, you like chicken parmesan, beef stew, vegetable soup, chicken pot pie, spicy chicken, and toast. This makes me happy as I know we’re just another step closer to being done with baby food and formula bills. You’ve also begun to learn how to use your sippy cup. I think more of the juice ends up on your clothes than in your tummy but you’re making progress. Your willingness to eat food is becoming somewhat reminiscent of us trying to get another member of our household to eat… Occasionally, your dad and I have to act like we’re eating your food or drinking your bottle in order to get you to eat. It seems you much prefer to consume what we are consuming rather than enjoying food that is yours and yours alone.
There has been a love/hate relationship with your dogs this month. Simon and Charlie LOVE the fact that you drop crackers and other food for them to consume. You LOVE the fact that they allow you to “pet” them which essentially means beating them into submission. However, the hate part of the relationship is reflected in the fact that you ran over Charlie this month as he innocently waited for his breakfast. Charlie is almost ready to forgive you…it might take a few more dropped crackers to completely get back in Charlie’s good graces.
Our family had a fantastic “mini-vacation” in Chicago earlier this month. You got to explore the city via your stroller and see things that were completely new to you including Navy Pier, Millennium Park, and Michigan Avenue. You slept through your visit to the Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, which was unfortunate as that was the site where your dad and I were engaged to be married. You were very unimpressed and indifferent.
I’ve been gone a lot this month, but you always welcome me home with your sweet smile and adorable laugh. You now give me hugs when I get home and seem genuinely happy to see me. You don’t know how much I need that, little guy. So, please keep it up, Syed Brian, as there is still so much to smile and laugh about.
Until next month…
Love,
Mom
