Month 4

Another month, another milestone...

You are so much fun! I love interacting with you just to try and get you to smile. You are squealing and grunting and cooing everyday.

This month you napped on my chest a few times. You haven't done that since you were only a couple weeks old. Of course I soaked in every moment of your cute face and how peaceful you were - you have your whole life to sleep in beds, but you are only small enough to sleep on my chest for a short time.

Your new thing is bending your knees and bringing your legs up while on your back. It's a new diaper changing challenge. You do grab your toes every now and then.

   We took you on your first big trip (longer than 1 hour in the car) to see your grandparents in Mississippi for memorial day weekend. You did wonderful on the ride up. You took a bottle right away and slept until we reached the rest stop. We gave you a diaper change, and you got a pin for it being your first time in MS. The lady at the desk just thought you were adorable. I played with you in the car for a bit and you fell back asleep. You got fussy right at the end since you were hungry again.
    Friday night, Travis and I went on our first date since you were born. We went to an outdoor mall, had dinner at P.F. Changs, and frozen custard at Bop's. We had a great time, but you were on our minds, and invaded our conversation often. When we returned, I grabbed you because I missed you so much. You immediately proceeded to spit up on my shoulder, and when I moved you to face me, you projectile vomited on me. Thanks kid for the warm welcome home. Ha!
    Saturday your grandparents threw a lunch party and invited a bunch of their friends to meet you. You did great being held by many people and at one point had everyone's focus as you smiled, cooed, and laughed.
    Sunday, we went to Sunday school at church, and you joined the adult class. All you did was look around at all the new faces. All the new people wore you out, and you slept the whole time while we joined the entire Booker family for lunch at a Mexican restaurant. You woke up right as we were leaving. That evening, we had dinner at Scott and Gracie's house.
   You did well on the ride home and slept the majority of the way. You woke up very hungry, so I had to feed you in a hotel parking lot. It was pretty secluded and we were able to park in some shade. The car was pretty packed, so it was quite difficult feeding you in the backseat - especially for how long you are getting.
   You rolled over from back to stomach for the first time 5/25 at Nonnie and Poppa's house. We all cheered and you got scared and cried. Lately you have been laying on your side, but never tried to roll to your stomach. Sunday night, you were determined and succeeded.

You now like to stand while being held. Your little legs are so strong. We barely hold you and are just helping you keep your balance.

Some of my favorite moments this month has been walking to Winn Dixie by baby wearing you in the K'tan. Every time, you fall asleep so fast. One time you were snoring in the store. Another time your head fell back (mom had to support it) and your mouth was open. One time you were so alert, looking at all the food products, I thought you were going to lean out of the wrap for a moment.

We've had a couple more play dates. I have so much fun watching you interact with other children. I've really enjoyed the change of pace (stay at home mom life can be rough sometimes) and being able to chat with other moms.

You are now interacting more with toys. Your favorite toy is this very colorful crinkly blankie with corners that you can chew on. You can just sit in your bouncy and play with it for like 20 min. It's perfect so that mom can heat up and eat lunch!

We visited dad at work for the first time. I made sure to put you in your special Reinhart orange onsie. All his coworkers enjoyed seeing how alert you were. You even gave a few smiles. I took a few pics of you sitting in Daddy's big chair. You looked SO tiny. Our visit occurred during your normal nap time so you got pretty sleepy towards the end. You were so tired, I couldn't even leave the street and you were out.

This month I feel like we have mastered (or have come close ;)) at taking you out and about. I feel very comfortable with it, especially with daddy.

You've gone to the nursery for the first time this month. You do great and never cry. All the workers say you don't make a sound and just look around. They all love you. We put you in it for every service now.

When you are in a good mood, and I choose to read to you, you get SO excited about reading books sometimes. You squeal, coo, grab at pages (sometimes even close the book), and put your hands on the pages. You're favorites are still "Little Blue Truck," "Hello New Orleans," and our new favorite, "Happy Hippo, Angry Duck."

This month I began summer school. I'm teaching a night class on Monday and Wednesday's from 6 - 9 pm. This is HARD. I didn't know what I was going to get into.... I am beyond exhausted when I come home from work. Here's a typical teaching day: 7 am, I begin taking care of you. During that time, I try to do school work, house work, eat lunch, pump milk for while I'm gone, and get dressed for work. I don't stress if I don't get any type of work done because you are my priority. At around 4:30, Travis comes home early so that I can leave and fight 5 pm traffic to drive to the west bank. I done office work for about 20 min, and head to class. I teach from 6 - 9 and drive home. Arriving at home around 9:30/9:40, I immediately have to feed you. I'm so happy this is only twice a week. As exhausting as I am when I return home, I am so happy to hear the stories of play time you have with Daddy. I know Travis is cherishing these moments where he has you all to himself, and that makes working a little easier.

You've become quite the chatter box lately. It's SO much fun watching you try to talk. You get so excited that you get the hiccups sometimes. Sometimes, I sit you facing me and we chat for about 20 min in the morning. It sounds like you are saying Mom - in which you say it a lot - but I know you don't realize what you are saying. I know you are just learning sounds and how to move your mouth and tongue. But it is pretty cool to hear you say it. :)

We celebrated Father's day by going to the Aquarium and the River walk. You did so well, and I really think you enjoyed looking at all the big and colorful fish.

You love tummy time so much. So much so that now, when we place you on your back to play, you refuse and immediately flip over to your tummy. You basically stay in one spot, play with Sophie, and sometimes make circles - but your tummy stays in the same spot.

All of this growing up is so bittersweet.... I couldn't be prouder of your development, but please slow down....at least just a little? I know you won't stay small for long, but I'm having a hard time with you growing so fast...I think my hormones are talking...This month has been rough dealing with this. Do I really want you to stop growing? Of course not. I am so proud of all the milestones you have already reached. I truly do enjoy being able to witness each and every one. I often think of what you will grow up to be one day. All I want is for you to know and love Jesus, and be happy.

Weight
Birth: 7 lbs. 11 oz
1 month: 9 lbs. 12 oz
2 month: 10 lbs. 13 oz
3 month: 12 lbs. 10 oz
4 month: 14 lbs. 9 oz

Height
Birth: 20.25"
1 month: 22.25"
2 month: 23"
3 month: 24.25
4 month: 25"

Thank you, God, for choosing me to be this little fella's momma.

Love you, Logan.

Peace, Love, and a rolling little boy,
-Miche