Coleman,
One thing that I hope you don't inherit or acquire is "Holloway Time," where "in a little bit" means a few hours from now and it's an every day event to get home to clean up 10 minutes after you are supposed to be somewhere. Mommy grew up being early for everything, but I've been influenced by Daddy and the rest of his family and I'm now one of them.... which might explain why this post is so late.
You are getting to be such a big boy! You actually spent your three month birthday on your first long out-of-town trip without Mommy and Daddy. Nana had a family reunion at Lake Whitney and I was on call, so she loaded you up with your aunts, uncle, and great-Grandpa and had a great day meeting all of your cousins on her side of the family. You were apparently a very good boy and only fussed a few times. We missed you very much but spent the whole day (working) talking about how we want to raise you: on a farm, out with us as much as possible, and of course, in the church.
You have changed so very much in the past month, it's unreal! You talk, squeal, laugh, coo, and sing at anyone who will listen- especially the ceiling fans and dogs. You are really starting to explore the world around you and are a very social baby. You started sleeping really well (anywhere from 6-8 hours at a stretch!) but then we changed up your schedule and you stay with Nana during the day and we haven't quite got our routine down yet. You have to nurse yourself to sleep, which can take quite a while and is kind of tiring, but I secretly love the extra special one-on-one Mommy-Coleman time at the end of a long day. You eat 3.5 ounces three times a day while I'm at work and nurse 3 or 4 times when we're home. We haven't been to see Dr. Lovette this month, so I'm not sure about your stats, but you are definitely growing!
We moved to our new house and you have your very own room now! We have a place for everything and room for all of your furniture and toys. I am certain that this has helped you sleep better because we are not trying to sneak around you and watch TV or make dinner without disturbing you. I do miss you not being close by during the night and I don't get to watch you nap during the day (so precious!). We haven't finished decorating yet, but when we do, it will be super cute!
We had some very special visitors Memorial Day weekend. Granny B, or BB, or G-Mama, or G-Mother (she hasn't picked one yet) came to visit with Auntie Linda from Canada on their way to Arkansas. They were so funny and you had a great time talking with them and entertaining everyone during our first cookout at the new house. We gave Nana and G-Mama their Mother's Day presents: collage frames with pictures of you and your proud parents. They, of course, were a hit!
Speaking of Mother's Day- you gave me a beautiful corsage with miniature yellow roses. I tried to wear it, but between carrying you and feeding you in the middle of church it fell off. Still, it was great. We went and ate with the rest of the family and then all went home and crashed for our traditional Sunday afternoon nap. My little man, I am so honored and blessed that God entrusted me to be your Mommy. Watching you grow up and develop is the most fun thing I've ever experienced. I am amazed at all of your new tricks and could never have imagined how much you changed our lives. We love you!
Daddy & Mommy
[pictures to come!]
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