Life These Days...

Is messy!!

I think this is probably typical toddler behavior, but lately Kollin likes to make messes! Any chance he gets he is opening drawers and pulling out whatever he can reach, clearing cupboards, or pulling papers out of the desk. Now that he's walking, everything is eye level and nothing is safe. I understand now why moms have to "baby-proof!" The worst damage is done when I'm in the shower because he has free reign (when I forget to put the baby locks on), and the bathroom cupboards are his favorite to invade. All I could do was laugh the other day when I opened the shower door and saw that my sweet little boy had showered himself...in Q-tips!

I have to admit that sometimes it is VERY frustrating, especially when I put something away and the little stinker walks right over and pulls it back out. Then when I try to put it away again, it becomes a game. As frustrated as I may get, there is not a chance that I would ever want it any other way. Kollin is such a joy. I'm amazed at how smart he is. If I give him a comb, or his shoes and socks he knows what to do with them. He likes to put the lid on his baby food jars and if mommy and daddy would let him, he would unplug and then plug back in cords to anything and everything. He also likes to be independent and spoon feed himself. I've quickly learned that it works ok with mashed potatoes but not so good with yogurt. Some new words Kollin is saying are...
-Cookie
-Hot, Hot, Hot (he always whispers it, which is really cute)
-No, no
-Ball
-Papa (He recognizes and loves Papa Jeff)

He's a pretty picky eater, but some of Kollin's favorite foods are:
-Yogurt-is the only thing he'll eat for breakfast
-cheese
-Mac and Cheese
-Ritz Crackers
-lasagna or pasta
-bananas
-anything else dipped in ketchup

Even though I'm not proud of this, Kollin does have a sweet tooth and he may have a problem with Diet Coke. I think Eric and I need to give up diet soda so Kollin's not addicted to caffeine by the time he's 2. Hey, I never said I was a perfect Mom!

I love to see the bond Kollin and Eric are forming. Kollin loves his "Da-da." He gets so excited when Eric walks in the door from work. I do have to give Eric credit because he is an amazing Dad. He is so patient and loving with Kollin. As much as I hate to admit this, when Kollin is cranky, I get cranky, but thank goodness Eric remains calm and reminds me that getting flustered isn't going to help the situation. I am so grateful for a hard-working, patient and loving husband. And I'm grateful for a sweet little boy who keeps me on my toes, keeps me smiling and keeps me cleaning!