Televison Already???

I know it's probably not the best source of stimulation for a baby...but Barrett has found the television. He loves watching his Baby Faith videos and we recently discovered that he actually tuned in to the Olympics!!! No kidding! I hope he paid close attention to Micheal Phelps.

Now we can't stop him from watching t.v. He hears the sound and will literally turn his head until he can see the picture.

Tonight, he was watching a cartoon while Matt and I were eating. We could hear him squealing in the other room!

Cow Crazy

Okay........ so we have this stuffed animal (cow) that has never really been a favorite of mine. To be quiet honest, it sheds hair all over the place, and has been thrown into the bottom of Barrett's toy box since the day I brought it home from a baby shower. Basically, I never dreamed Barrett would like it much. Go figure...I was wrong. Not only does he like the black and white coloring of it, he loves the feel of it's fuzzy fur. He will actually grab at it and can hold onto it. Of course he wants to eat it...but as I said before, it sheds, therefore, I've been picking up black fur off the floor, off his blankets, off his clothes, and even off of his tongue.
Doesn't matter though. He's in love with it.

Back to School

Well, I'm officially back to work. Although I'm anxious to get started with a new school year and meet my new group of children, my heart breaks knowing I won't get to spend as much time with Barrett. He's growing up so fast and I can't stand the thought of missing out on the many milestones that he will achieve. I always took for granted the comment of, "They grow up fast", but now it's become an understatement.
I held a friend's baby girl the other day that was 3 weeks old / 9 lbs. She seemed so light and tiny compared to Barrett. It's crazy to think that just 3 months ago he was even smaller and weighed less.
The time I've spent with him this summer has been unforgettable. From the first time I saw him smile, to the touch of his little fingers wrapped around my own, has been the most amazing thing.
I feelings of being a parent are truly indescribable. I love him so much.

Lov'en on Mama

Since I've started back to work...I literally count the hours/minutes until I get to hold Barrett in my arms again. If there is ever a slow moment at school, Barrett and Matt are the two things that I'm thinking about.
As soon as I'm able to leave work, I'm headed straight to the baby sitter's to pick him up. Besides marrying Matt, Barrett has brought so much joy into my life. From this point on, I can't even imagine having a "bad" day. It's impossible when all you have to do to make it better is look into those precious brown eyes.

Kick'en it!

I think Barrett is finally realizing that he has legs!!! When we talk to him or when he gets really excited, he will kick and kick and kick! Now I see what was going on inside my belly when I was pregnant with him! Too adorable.

Barrett's BIG BOY shoes.

Action kicks! If he could actually stand up...I know he would be running!

Gramsey and Pa-Paul

We had the pleasure of seeing Pa-Paul and Gramsey this Sunday. I cooked chicken spaghetti for everyone. Imagine that...ME cooking! I guess I should have taken some pictures of the meal! ha ha
Barrett really enjoyed seeing his grandparents. Pa-Paul had Barrett grinning from ear to ear, especially when he would pretend to be sneezing. Barrett thought that was soooo funny. He also snuggled up close to Gramsey. She did a wonderful job of putting him to sleep for a nap.

Church Time

Matt and I decided to visit a church closer to home today. We've been going to Farmer's Branch Church of Christ and it seems to take us forever to get over there on Sunday mornings. We're always late and usually once we get there, Barrett decides that he is hungry or he needs a diaper change (I guess it's the relaxing music or something that always makes him "go").

Although we love our original church home and have close friends and family there, we thought it would be a good idea to try some place "new".

Overall, it was a fantasitc experience. I had the pleasure of seeing one of my favorite "ex-4th grade" students, and I even left Barrett for the first time with the church nursery. By the time I returned to get him, he had been fed, changed, napped, and was laughing with the entire nursery staff!!!!

Barrett and I as we're about to leave for church. I love this outfit!!! He can finally wear it.

Matt and "not so happy" Barrett (still a cute outfit though...and check out the shoes)

Playing in the floor while mommy and daddy are getting ready.

T-Town Trip

Barrett and I spent the week in Throckmorton with my parents, sister, brother-in-law and two nieces. We had such a wonderful time and Barrett met many milestones while we were there.

• -He has started talking and loves hearing himself. Plus, he enjoys all the attention he gets from the family. They had him squealing with delight. Once he gets to talking, he moves his legs and arms so fast...I seriously think he is about to "take off" in flight.
• He is so close to turning over...but his arm gets into the way...leaving him with quiet a temper!
• -He is wearing 3month clothes...and turned 3 months today. Therefore, he seems to be right on track. Although I must admit, his feet are so long. In that department, the child is wearing 6-12 month socks!
• -He has occasions where he will eat 6 ounces and still squeals for more, more, more. If he eats anything like his daddy...we're going to be in BIG trouble.

These are some "work gloves" that Papa gave Barrett. The two of them are already good buddies and Barrett can't wait to help his Papa on the farm.

Meme and Papa talking to Barrett and Barrett talking back!!! He loves all the attention he gets when he is there.

Trip to Graham

Our little/tall family recently took a road trip this past weekend to Graham, Texas where we visited Matt's grandparents, mom, and aunt. They were all so excited to see how much Barrett has grown. He even did a little TALKING for them while we were there.

So Sleepy

All the playing makes Barrett tired. When he is "out"...he is "OUT". This usually the time I break out the nail clippers and get busy! ha ha

Around the House

We've been doing lots of reading lately and Barrett's loving every minute of it. He especially likes the silly voices I make.
We've found that our hands make a great substitute as a pacifier and holding on to an object is easy...it's the letting go that seems to be the hardest part.


He is serious about his farm animals!



This is his newest cuddling position. I think he senses that I'm about to go back to work. He loves to snuggle! I love it too.


We made a stop in to see the pediatrician yesterday. Barrett's weigh-in is now 12lbs and 13oz. I was impressed. We just got into size 1 diapers and he's already about to grow out of them. I knew he was on a growing spurt!!!!

Weeble-Wobble Boy

Okay...so we're still a little wobbly...but we're certainly making some progress on sitting up in our Bumbo chair.

Every Morning

I couldn't pass up the picture below of Barrett. Due to his acid reflux...the doctor ordered for him to sleep on an incline at night. Every morning, Matt and I find poor little Barrett at the end of his crib all bunched up like this. Poor little thing!!! Notice...he sleeps like a typical MAN!I'm going to miss taking "mid-morning" naps so much once I start back to school. There isn't a better feeling than having your precious little baby, sound to sleep on your chest. Ahhhhh...what wonderful SNUGGLER Barrett is!!!!