We’ve had a busy first week of the holiday, crossing off items on the to do list and generally keeping busy as a family of 4.  I’m desperately trying to catch up on myself, I know I’ve been neglecting the blog in favor of family time.  The holidays always go so quickly, with day turning to evening in just the blink of an eye.  You are becoming more and more of a little boy, it’s happening right before our eyes but we don’t notice those incremental changes.  I see the outline of the person you will become, but I still hold on those podgy arms and feet that remain as a reminder of your baby days.  You are strong, determined, infectiously funny, friendly and learning and testing every day.  It can be exasperating to be in your company but in the evenings we do nothing but talk about how amazing you are.
I just love the way you give in to sleep with all of yourself.  Arms up above your head, so still and beautiful.  I love to creep in to your room as the sun goes down, gently pull the curtains shut and watch you as your breath moves your chest up and down.  When you’re away you’re reaching out, grabbing and chewing, suddenly aware of your own power.