Oh, our lives will never be the same

Billy and I were sitting around the other night...wait, did I say sitting? I meant, desperately chasing around Beau making sure that he didn't bust his chin on the fireplace, eat those power cords "hidden" under the sofa, or terrorize...er...hug Murphy. The little rascal has been crawling for a few weeks now and he's getting quite good at it.

And as we were helping Beau navigate through the obstacle course that is our house, Billy mentioned that we didn't have any video of his newest milestone. Well that just wouldn't do. I grabbed the camera and, as usual, Beau did not disappoint. (He's such a ham...he gets that from his mama.)

Beau took off to the office, back to the living room, past the exersaucer to the window where he pulled up and proceeded to do squats. What? You kid doesn't work out too? Seriously, its not like he's strong enough already. Apparently he feels the need to exercise to really get that edge over the competition.

So, for your viewing pleasure, here is our little rugrat showing off. Why is it that everytime I watch this video I can hear, "Born to be Wild" playing in the back of my mind?

Now that Beau is on the move, move is all is wants to do. No more sitting still on the rug playing with his toys. No more contently biding his time in the exersaucer. And mommy reading to him? Please. I wouldn't put it past him to leap from my embrace just to crawl a little longer. So, other moms out there...how long does this last? Is there any turning back now?

Summer Lovin!

Well the whole family ventured to the great state of Texas this weekend to spend some time with the Brian clan. 

As usual there was lots of sun, water, good booze, and great food.  Oh, and did I mention wonderful company? 

 

Beau enjoyed spending time in the pool...well, once he was fully awake from his nap.  In retrospect, it's probably not a great idea to throw a drowsy baby in a pool.  Ok, that didn't sound right...but you know what I mean. 

When he was wide awake and well fed, Beau took to the water like a fish!  He loved being carried around by mommy or daddy.  And he had SOOOO much fun trying to "catch" the water coming from the fountain.  Seriously, we did that f.o.r.e.v.e.r. 

But all good things must come to an end.  Luckily, this was one of two trips to Texas this summer.  So, we'll see everyone again in August.  Can't wait!!

Seven Months!

Beau turned seven months last week and my, what a difference one month makes.  Four weeks ago he was just starting to pull himself up to standing, his sitting skills were quickly improving, and he had only recently began scooting backwards. 

Looking indignant because we lowered the crib mattress for his own safety!

Today, well today, it's taking everything Billy and I have to keep up with him.  He's now officially mobile.  He is crawling EVERYWHERE!  And not only does he crawl from Point A to Point B, but when he reaches Point B, he wants to climb up it.  He actually climbed out of the baby pool by himself yesterday.  Yikes!  Billy and I are seriously considering buying a fence.  I'm not kidding...a baby fence.  How else am I supposed to reign him in!? 

On top of his new motor skills Beau had two more developments - his first two teeth!  Guess we'll be making an appointment with Dr. Chad sooner than later! 

This weekend we're heading to Montgomery, Texas to hang out with Beau's grandparents and the rest of the Brian clan.  He's only been in a "big" pool once - and he loved it!  I can't wait to see him in action.  Plus, as Paw-Paw is coming, I'm sure there will be lots of photos to capture the moment.  More on that later...