Of A Different Spirit

At this moment I am watching Caleb pursue a goal that is a mystery to both Keith and me. I don't think I have ever seen him this resolute. For the past ten minutes, he has been tirelessly fighting with our throw pillows. Every few moments he gets distracted, but he always comes back to them grunting with determination to do whatever it is he is trying to do. Oh wait, I think he's done. Keith just asked him if he was done and Caleb cut him off with what sounded like a very annoyed yes (purely coincidence I know, but still very funny).

Our evenings have become very enjoyable, especially now that I am at home full-time. We have a little more time just to enjoy each other, which is great. Oh by the way, he's back at the pillows...still don't know why. Anyway, Keith is a great entertainer for him and was able to make him laugh so hard the other night that he fell over. Sometimes he is too cute for words...Caleb I mean, but that works for Keith too

He is a very active and happy 10 month old. I think that is the most common comment that we receive is how very happy he his is. They just haven't seen him when I am trying to get him to take a sippy cup instead of a bottle...we are still working on that one. He'll get there. Anyway, I have to agree that he is a very happy and content baby.

He has changed a lot in the past month. I love to watch him learn and develop. He loves music and will dance to whatever he can. His favorite is the end credits to the Gilmore Girls. If Keith and I are watching that and the end credits come on he will drop whatever he is doing, crawl to the TV with a look of pure delight, and dance. It is hilarious! He also likes to shake his head for all kinds of reasons. He babbles a lot too. He says, or at least attempts, a few words such as kitty, hey, good, and circle.

He is growing quite a bit too. His latest check up went very well. He is up to 24 pounds and just over 30 inches. Teething has also gone well. He now has 7 teeth and has experienced very little trouble.

Caleb's first 4th of July was a lot of fun. We visited his cousins Avery and Evan. It is always a joy to spend the weekend with them. Evan is always entertaining and Avery is adorable. He and Caleb don't know what to do with each other yet, but I figure we need to count our blessings because it won't be long until they will be getting into plenty of trouble together.

He has just finished enjoying a weekend with his great-grandparents from Tallahassee. It was so good to see them. I always enjoy visiting with family and friends that don't get to see Caleb often. It just seems to be extra special.

Well, it's time to get this kid to bed and ready for another day full of laughing and playing.