Early Surprise!!

Two weeks ago the ladies from my ward threw Dallin and I a baby shower. I know I know, You're probably thinking " A baby shower?? But he is already 6 months old!!" They had origionally planned a shower for before he was born but since he came earlier than expected it got postponed and then life happened and there you have it, he ended up having more of a 6 month b-day party instead of a shower. It was tons of fun! We really have made some wonderful friends here in Silver City and they contributed a lot of gift cards and we were able to buy Dallin a 4-in-1 crib...FINALLY. We have been looking around for a good deal ever since we found out we were expecting. We had been eyeing the cribs that convert into toddler beds, day beds, and then finally a headboard for a full size bed. We found some nice deals online and finally settled on one made by Graco that was only $135.00!! We found an inexpensive mattrice and semi inexpensive bedding to go along and made the purchase. I was expecting it to come next week sometime but everything showed up on MONDAY!!! I was sooooo excited I couldn't wait to put it up! Cody had to meet with his guidance counselor to sign up for summer classes and I just couldn't wait for him. I had it almost completely set up by the time he came home. He was kind enough to play with the babe while I put the final touches on the crib and then he was off to class. I washed the bedding and got it all together!! It looks AMAZING if I do say so my self!! I layed Dallin in it to go cook dinner and he took his first successful nap in it!! It was wonderful!! He LOVES LOVES LOVES it already!!

These past few days I have been attempting to stear away from nursing Dallin to sleep and then having Cody pace back and forth until he can carefully lay Dallin in his bassinet for the night. I want to get to the point where I nurse him and then just lay him in bed alseep or awake and he will go to bed. So I have been doing so and he will cry and cry and cry. It breaks my heart but I know that in time he will learn that its time for bed and I'm not going to come get him so he can sleep with us. Ever since we got the crib I have laid him in there and no longer than 10 minutes will he wine and then crash!! And on top of that he hasn't been waking up until 6:45 or 7!! It has simply been wonderful! I really hope that he keeps this up! I sure am in heaven!!

On a side note, the other day I was feeding Dallin and he quit eating and began to play. I asked him " Are you done eating??" and he looked at me and said " YA". Both Cody and I stopped what we were doing, jaws dropped and and stared and Dallin. We couldn't believe what just happened. I know it was probably just a coincidence but still...too cool! Definately baby book material ;o)

I have been desperately trying to organize and simplify my house. Room by room I am getting rid of things I don't use/need and rearranging furniture. Its long but I enjoy change. My poor husband probably gets tired of wondering where I put all his stuff. He is a trooper though!!

Well I have a full day tomorrow so I better hit the sheets!! Night all!!

My sweet lil 6 monther had his well check today. He recieved an oral vaccination, 3 shots, and a heel pricked and he took it like a champ. He really is one tough cookie-must get that from his daddy! He still remains below the 3rd percentile in weight, 12 pounds 12 ounces. And right at the 3rd percentile for height, 26 inches long. He is steadily growing, so there is no need for concerns. YAY!! Unfortunetly he has most likely caught my cold, but as for now its mild so we are starting him on some meds and hopefully we can kill it before it gets any worse. His well check couldn't have come at a better time!!

We have been introducing a lot of new foods to Dallin lately and I'm surprised at how well he is doing. I really shouldn't be, afterall he is his father's son and I still haven't found a food he doesn't eat. ha. The other night, Cody and I were enjoying a nice dill pickle before bed and Dallin just wouldn't stop reaching for it so I gave him mine to suck on for a while and he just LOVED it!! Its so much fun watching Dallin do and try new things! He sure is growing up fast but I'm just glad I'm there to witness and enjoy it with him!!

chewin' the fat

I am seriously probably the worse blogger EVER!!! I'm just having a hard time finding time in my day to sit down and write. Hopefully it will slowly get easier so bare with me.
I have started going on nightly strolls with my good friend and neighbor Serena! It has been so much fun! I get some me time/girl time/ and exercise all in one!! It has also been really good for Cody and Dallin. They need some good ol fashioned one on one time together. Now, hopefully I won't get so upset when Cody comes home and just wants to relax and I want to talk to his ear off....I have my walking buddy!!!
Dallin turned 6 months old this past Friday! Its so scary how fast he is growing up. I'm anxious to see where he is at now on the charts, his checkup is this Thursday so I'll be sure to update you all on where he is at. I swear he is going to be walking before I know it!! And I already know he is going to keep me on my toes. He already thinks that he is intitled to everything I have. But truth be told I don't mind sharing with him one bit. He is my lil buddy. I'm so lucky my husband is such a hardworker and is able to support us and let me stay home with our lil guy!! The Lord truly has blessed us!!
Unfortunately, I fear a cold may be catching up to me, AGAIN. So I think I'm going to retire to bed and hopefully sleep it away. I'll try and write more tomorrow and add some photos-but no promises. ;o)