Tristan's Story

I can't believe that it's been a year (tomorrow) since we found out that I was pregnant. So many things have happened since then, and I'm so blessed to have my sweet baby boy with me now.

He's growing incredibly fast... and is such a smart, sweet boy! On Monday, we took him to the school's band concert. He sat in my lap for over 2 hours listening to the music and watching everything around him. He danced and laughed and finally fell asleep to the sounds of the marimba. Everyone who saw him was amazed at how well-behaved he was for being so young -- and it was way past his bedtime, too!

He's now rolling over from front to back quite regularly. I feel like he'll be rolling in both directions pretty soon. He can sit and stand (both with support) and tries to scoot across the floor already.

Yesterday, he watched me operate a toy just once and then he tried to do it himself. Such a fast learner!!

So Happy 4 month Birthday, Tristan!! :D

Here are some photos from yesterday:

Today was my first-ever Mother's Day. Last year, we found out that I was pregnant the morning after Mother's Day... so I didn't get to celebrate that one. :)

Today, I woke up to a smiling baby and my wonderful husband. The boys gave me really sweet cards plus a lovely black & white diamond bracelet. I love it!!

My mom and godmother gave me some spending money plus a Boyd's Bear baby figurine.

We got dressed and took Tristan and Gunner to the lake for a little family time. It was fun, but hot, and I got sunburned. Brandon & I went grocery shopping for a while, then we took Tristan to see his Gma Gwen for Mother's Day.

**While we were there, Tristan rolled over for the first time!! He went from front to back and couldn't figure it out in the other direction, but still that was quite a milestone!!

Tonight, Brandon and I cooked dinner together and the baby is already fast asleep.

I can't believe that my little one is getting so big so fast... but I'm so proud of him for figuring out how to roll over! :)

Here are some pics of Tristan giving me "his" gift:

Doodlebug had his first cereal tonight! And he did sooo well -- Mommy is proud! :D

Tristan is 3 months old today. The time has flown by!! My little Doodlebug is getting sooo big already.

Today was also his daddy's 23rd birthday -- Happy Birthday, Brandon!

I have pictures, but it's Doodle's bedtime, so I'll post them tomorrow. :)

*ETA Pics*

Tristan has started really (intentionally) holding on to things. He loves to cuddle with his blankies, bibs, and burp cloths. And now he's started holding on to his toys, too. It's adorable!

Here are a couple pics of his new skill: