My Buddy

Tonight is gonna be a short blog because me and mommy are exhausted. She is selling baby stuff tomorrow and we are gonna need our rest. So anyways I wanted to take the time to blog about my buddy Robert. He came over tonight and even though I slept most of the time I'm so glad he was here. He can always make he laugh and I can always make him holler...I like to pull his hair :) He played with me tonight while I was in my swing so mommy could help people with the baby clothes. I sure hope he comes over tomorrow too! I love my buddy :) (And yep I realize this is an older picture but when Robert comes around now we are too busy playing to take time for pictures)

Jump Jump Jump Around

OK so tonight I kept hearing mommy talk about this Johnny Jump Up thing...I figured she was losing her mind. My name isn't Johnny and I'm pretty sure I've never jumped. Anyway mommy's been really busy lately trying to tag stuff and get everything ready for the consignment sale so tonight I thought she was getting me ready for bed...and the next thing I know daddy is hanging something from their bedroom doorway. Well I didn't know what it was and I didn't figure I would find out tonight since it was close to my bed time. Then mommy put me in this contraption. At first I wasn't sure about it. It took them a few minutes to convince me that I could move. Then it was on...I love this thing. I can move without mommy and daddy holding me. I can look in the hallway then spin around and I can see in the bedroom. Mommy is very happy that she can put me down for a few minutes now so she can at least fold a load of clothes. I'm excited that I can move around a bit. Mommy and Daddy laughed at me all night! I think they should rename this though...it should be Corbin Jump Up cause my name isn't Johnny, but I don't think that will happen. Oh well. I love being mobile so watch out world here I come!

Our Day Out with Granny and More

We had a rough night last night. Mommy finally got into a cleaning frenzy and I decided to stop her. She laid me down at 10 last night like usual; 10 minutes later I cried. She got me back to sleep; 15 minutes later I cried. I kept this up til 11. I knew Aunt Brandi was supposed to call so I thought I would spare mom a few minutes. I slept for a little while so she could talk on the phone, but as soon as she hung up I wailed again. I continued this all night long. I knew dad would be coming home around 6:15 so about 5:30 I decided to get a few hours sleep. I slept until 8:45. We went to Granny and Harold's this morning...big surprise huh? Harold went to Villa Rica so mommy, Granny, and I decided to go to Babies R Us and look at strollers. Mommy looked around and Granny went on a mini shopping spree. I got three new bibs, a toy phone, and a buggy cover. If I smiled she bought it. When we left there mommy and granny went to Olive Garden and picked up lunch. We then headed home. We woke Daddy up when we got back and they ate lunch. Daddy had to work so we didn't do anything exciting just spent time together. (Ok I'll admit I started this blog the other day when all this happened but for some reason I got distracted and I didn't finish it so now I'm gonna finish it and fill you in what has happened since then) Wednesday when Daddy got home he went to bed and me and mommy got up and played. We played in my room all morning. A few weeks ago I got a new penguin and for Christmas Aunt Shellie gave me a ball that blows up and when you move it-it plays music...I have fallen in love with those two things. When Daddy woke up we played with him then Mommy and Daddy dropped me off at Granny and Harold's and they went to visit Maw Maw at the nursing home. When they left there they went to Wal-mart to look for me a new car seat. Mommy sold my infant seat and my stroller the other night to a nice couple that is expecting a grandson soon. I didn't like that car seat anyways...it was for babies. I've moved into a bigger seat for big boys. Well long story short they spent a few hours out and came home with nothing. When they got back I was sleeping but I soon woke up and they brought me home. I fought sleep for a little while but around midnight I went to sleep and I slept til 4:30 this morning. 4 and half hours is like heaven to mommy. Today has been pretty uneventful. We've played and done the usual. Went to Granny and Harold's, ran a few errands, napped, ate...you know the drill. Mommy is having an indoor sale of all my clothes plus some girl clothes this weekend so I'm sure new people will be stopping by our house. I'm excited because she's selling my clothes which means I'll have money. YAY! Don't know what I'll buy but I'm sure I will find something. Maybe I'll just put my money in my savings account. Daddy says a penny saved is a penny earned. Well it's late so I'm gonna call it a night and head to bed. Hope everyone enjoys their weekend, we've enjoyed ours with daddy; he has to work this weekend :( Oh I have an update on daddy going to boot camp...the word is that he will leave March 22. We aren't looking forward to it but we know it has to be done. Just thought I would let everyone know. Ok good night :)

Date Night, Lazy Sunday, and a Manic Monday

Saturday night Mommy got me ready then she and daddy dropped me off at Granny and Harold's. Yay for date night because I love staying over there. Apparently mommy and daddy just came home and cooked dinner and talked. BORING...I'm glad I was at Granny and Harold's. I don't know why they think dinner is supposed to be quiet. When I'm home I make sure they know I'm here. Whatever...I got to stay with Granny and Harold for about three hours. Then they picked me back up and we went home. Since it was already getting late mom fed me and put me to bed. I think she and daddy played video games once I went to bed...will they ever grow up? (I secretly hope not) Sunday morning we woke up to a beautiful day. It was actually warm outside. Mom put lots of blankets in my wagon then bundled me up and we went walking. We walked all the way to Granny and Harold's. We visited with them for a little while but I was anxious to walk back home. I love the outdoors, and I'm amazed by the wind! When we got home we went to the dollar store and then we spend the rest of the evening just laying around. Mom even let me take a nap in my wagon inside of course. Daddy had to stay up all last night to get back on schedule...it's a long week at work, which means our weekend will actually be Wednesday and Thursday...confusing huh? It's taking some time but mommy and I are starting to get used to it. We are just dreading when he leaves for Forsyth, but mommy is looking forward to throwing daddy a big graduation party! Well it's getting late and I better head to bed. Oh and I got a gift today...I got diapers and food...and from who you might ask? My Aunt Sharon and Uncle D. They usually buy me a gift for every month...this month I got two gifts...or maybe this gift is my early 5 Month gift...either way Thanks Aunt Sharon and Uncle D I'll think of you every time I use my diaper :)

Mommy's Hero :)

Well let's see I've been so busy it's been hard to keep up on here. So let's play my favorite blogging game...Catch up with Corbin...so ok my last post I told you we were spending the night at Granny and Harold's, well we didn't. Mom put me to bed at 10 and about 10:30 I woke back up. We played then at midnight I still wouldn't go to sleep so Harold brought us home. Mom fed me and I went right to sleep. Granny and Harold's house is fun but that night I just wanted my own bed. Last Saturday was pretty fun. We mostly just hung around Granny and Harold's and played. I have a toy box over there with all kinds of toys in it. I've got a jukebox, books, a phone, a ring stacker, and tools. Sunday was Valentine's Day, not sure what this is, seems kind of silly to me to pick one day out of the year to tell someone you love them. Mommy and Daddy tell me every day. Mommy says this holiday is made up from the people at Hallmark just to make more money. Mommy and Daddy don't celebrate it. They are anti-Valentine. But despite that we did meet up with Granny and Harold at Golden Corral on Valentine's Day morning for breakfast. Daddy got off work then we headed out there. Sunday afternoon we went to Franklin with Granny to go buy groceries. When we got back Harold had bought Granny, Mommy, Aunt Sharon, and me a gift. Granny, Aunt Sharon, and Mommy all got a rose and a box of chocolates. I got a basket with a bear, candy, a rose, and a balloon. I love my balloon and my bear! Daddy was off work Monday and Tuesday this week. We spent our days here at the house relaxing. Daddy worked Wednesday and Thursday, and he had to go run Thursday. He ran the mile in 13 minutes and 48 seconds. Phew! Sounds hard to me. They told him to work on getting it down to 13 minutes flat and I'm sure he will! He also had to go to the shooting range. He scored an 89 on his test (you have to make at least a 80 to pass). We are so proud of daddy! They are talking about him going to "boot camp" in March. Mommy is happy and sad. Happy because she is thankful daddy has a job and he loves it, but sad that we won't see very much of him for awhile. Daddy is excited but he says he will miss us. Mommy has me on a good schedule of eating, sleeping, and playing, so we will see how much this throws me off. Yesterday we let Daddy sleep in because he worked really long hours Thursday. When he woke up we went and visited Maw-Maw Marks then we picked Robert up and we went to The Hollow to pick up dinner. I got to spend lots of time with Harold and Granny yesterday. Now on to today. I woke up at 6 am ready to play which is better than Thursday night, because I woke at 2 am then and wouldn't go back to sleep until 5:30. Mommy and Daddy were up too so we all got ready and headed to wal-mart to pick up groceries for this week. I did really good. I only got fussy once and we were there a long time. When we got back home Aunt Shellie and Devin came by. Aunt Shellie got a new apartment and mommy and daddy gave her some lamps for her new place. Mommy and Daddy said I could stay with Aunt Shellie the next time they have to run to Target because I don't like that place. Now I just woke up from my nap and mommy is gonna give me my bath because tonight I'm going to Granny and Harold's so mommy and daddy can have date night. I don't know what they do when I'm not around. I bet they wonder what I'm doing. Ok I guess I need to go so I can get ready. Since Daddy works all week I'm sure I will be able to keep up with my blog. It's hard to play all day then remember to blog at night :) Hope everyone enjoys their weekend!

Good Grief...

Those shots hurt. Tuesday after I blogged mom loaded me up in the car and we left. I was really good while we were in car so I should at least get an award for that. Once we pulled up in the parking lot of the Health Department it was a different story though. I remembered that place and what they did to me last time. I whined the entire time. I was hoping the with all the whining mom would change her mind and not make me get those shots. Wrong. We they called my name we went into a different room. Miss Shirley took me and laid me down and wow I saw spongebob on the ceiling. Woo hoo for spongebob. I was wishing my dad was there with us...he loves spongebob. Miss Shirley raised me up and gave me something to eat. Some gross liquid medicine. Yuck. Doesn't she know I've started food now. I didn't want that. Then she laid me back down and I stared at spongebob some more then WHAM...I didn't know what hit me. Then it happened again...and again. Three shots. :( They sure did hurt. I will give it to her; she's fast but it still hurts. I pouted. Even though it didn't do any good I still did it. When my shots were over we left there and went to the bank. Mommy had to pull over to hold me because I wouldn't stop screaming. She didn't mind though. She must have had shots before too because she held me and tried to make me feel better. We went to Granny and Harold's because Daddy was having to sleep and we didn't want to wake him up. I spent the rest of the day whiney and tired. Wednesday when Daddy got home he laid down to sleep for a little while then he and mommy decided they would go out to dinner since daddy had a little birthday money left over. They dropped me off at Granny and Harold's so I could play. Mommy and Daddy went to La Hacienda then they went to Wal-mart. When they got back I was really happy to see them (mostly because they bought me a rattle and flashcards...yes flashcards mommy thinks I'm gonna learn everything before I'm one apparently) Thursday we didn't do much. We just hung out around the house. We spent time with daddy on his last day off. He has to work all weekend long. Now it's Friday and it's a snow day. A bunch of white stuff is on the ground and it's cold. We are staying at Granny and Harold's tonight just in case things get worse we won't be by ourselves. Daddy is working all weekend long :( We've had fun so far. Mommy, Granny, Harold, and Robert had pizza and now we are all just hanging out watching tv. I had applesauce for dinner and I'm ready for breakfast now :) Well I don't want to be rude and stay on the computer while I'm here tonight so I better go. Happy Snow Day :)

What I Love

I have a few minutes before I have to go get my shots so I thought I would take the time to post a few things I love at the moment.

• I love food...butternut squash, peas, sweet potatoes...you name it I love it!
• I love Itsy Bitsy Spider and playing patty cake
• I love playing peek-a-boo with my Granny and Harold
• I love when Aunt Sharon and Uncle D play with me
• I love when I get to lay on the bed and someone plays with me
• I love juice (so far my two favorites are white grape and carrot apple)
• I love to be moving
• I love the tv but please don't stand in front of it
• I love books but they have to have lots of colors and not many words I'm too busy to sit still very long
• I love to be tickled
• I love listening to daddy when he comes home from work, I follow his voice wherever it goes
• Lately I'm loving waking up early (sorry mom)
• I love it when Harold wipes my face with my bib (mom needs to video that)

Now for a few things that I don't care so much for

• riding in the car (they even switched car seats on me, but I don't care I'm just not a car person)
• teeth coming in (which by the way I'm cutting two at once)
• being hungry (if I'm hungry you better feed me if not you will suffer)
• gas; it's just painful
• apple juice
• going to bed early (mom says I get this from daddy)
• daddy working crazy hours (but it's a job and we are very thankful for it; ok mostly that one was for mommy as long as I see Daddy during the day I don't care when he works)
• I don't like hiccups, but I get them every time I laugh so I just deal with them
• I don't like the song Wheels on the Bus, but this partly mommy's fault because she usually sings it in the car when I'm crying so I can play the part of the baby on the bus (don't tell her but she's not funny)
• I don't like Target, we've been shopping lots of places I just don't like that place and I let it be known (who wants to go in somewhere and smell popcorn soon as you walk through the door then not be able to eat any? not me)
• I don't like it when mommy and daddy eat but I can't eat what they are eating

Ok that pretty much sums up my likes and dislikes. I'm only 4 months old but I do have a personality. I'm for the most part a happy baby. If I'm hungry or wet you will know it. That's not too bad; at least I don't think so. I guess I'm happy because I have lots of family that loves me and I'm just content. Ok time to get ready for shots. I'll update you later on how they went.

Phew....

That's all I can say about Saturday. We woke Daddy up and then we left. Mommy and daddy took me to Granny and Harold's so they could run to the bank. When they got back we all loaded up in the car and took a little ride. We went to the nursing home in Carrollton and visited Aunt Mott and Mozelle. We didn't stay too long at the nursing home, but I enjoyed seeing new faces and meeting new people. When we left there of course mommy and daddy had to have something to eat. Mommy loves to eat at Sonic but she was nice and decided on Taco Bell because they haven't been eating out a lot and she knew they wouldn't be eating out a lot in the coming week she wanted daddy to have what he loves. After they ate we went to visit with BeBe and Grandaddy Musick. BeBe had her fingernails painted and boy did I love playing with her hands. She laid me on the couch and I showed her how I like to pull up! We didn't stay too long with them because it was getting close to my nap time. Soon as we got in the car I was out. I napped while mommy and daddy went to Wal-mart. When I woke up we were back in the car and headed to MyLean and Keith's house. When we got there I saw another baby. She is the same age as me (well actually I'm 5 days older) I enjoyed seeing someone my size. We stared at each other and tried to talk. They were getting ready to eat dinner so we didn't stay there long either. Once we got home I was so tired. Mommy and daddy fixed dinner then we all just laid in the bed. I was so tired that I had a hard time falling asleep Saturday night. It was after midnight before I went to sleep. Mommy decided that since it was so late when I went to bed that we would just sleep in and skip church. Sunday morning we didn't do too much. We just hung around the house and relaxed. Sunday afternoon Paw Paw and Grandmaw Tweedell came to visit. Of course he took lots of pictures of me. I enjoy them coming to see me! Grandmaw Becky of course held me, and even Paw Paw held me this time! When they left we loaded up and went to see Maw-Maw at the nursing home. Mommy and daddy put my new car seat in the car. Man is it better than that old car seat. I hated that thing. I actually rode for a little while without screaming. Sunday night we didn't do much. Daddy had to stay awake all night so he could sleep today. I woke up this morning at 4 am and decided it was time to play. I don't understand why mommy doesn't like to play that early? She always looks so tired. I didn't sleep well last night. It was a combination of my tummy and teeth. Yep teeth. I'm cutting two teeth at once. That makes for one fussy boy. Mom was great though she brought me out of the bedroom so daddy wouldn't be bothered. I finally went back to sleep around 8 this morning and I slept til 11. We missed story time this morning but it was worth it for a few extra hours of sleep. Mommy had lots of paperwork to do today so I was good and let her work. When she got done I took a nap and then she made dinner for her and daddy. Daddy is now working the night shift which will be permanent. Mommy was a little upset today because it's her first time being at home all night with just me and her here. Daddy said we would get used to it. He said I had to take care of mommy. I'm doing a good job so far I think. We went to Granny and Harold's for a little while to play. Now we are back home and getting ready for bed. I have to go tomorrow for my 4-month shots. YUCK! Mommy is gonna take me by herself so that should be interesting. Well I guess that's all for tonight. I'm gonna go to bed now and rest before those dreaded shots in the morning.
Oh and we are now counting down to another big event! My "Aunt" Lindsay in Kentucky is expecting a baby! YAY...I'm either gonna have a new best buddy or a girlfriend. (I'm hoping for a girlfriend) She is due in October. She found exactly one year and 1 week from the day that mommy and daddy found out they were having me! So congratulation to "Aunt" Lindsay and Dusty. We can't wait to meet Baby Wagner :)

What's New?

Let's see a lot is new in my little world lately. I have tried butternut squash, peas, pear juice, apple juice, and white grape juice (which is my favorite so far). Daddy was off yesterday, which I love, so it was different having him around while me and mom tried to do our usual things. Daddy helped mommy clean the kitchen while I napped, then she cleaned out my closet and began packing up things I can no longer wear. She said she only had to pack up a few things that I never got to wear. It's been at least two weeks since I've "repeated" an outfit (I don't know what this means but I heard mommy say it, daddy says it means mommy is jealous I have so many clothes) So now that my closet is clean mommy and daddy at least can find stuff in my size. I'm wearing mostly 6 month clothes now but I can wear 6-9. My 3-6 aren't fitting as well anymore because the ones that cover my feet usually are too small. Socks are a big problem! All the socks I get hurt my legs. They are all too tight. Mom, Granny, and Aunt Sharon have tried to fix the problem but no luck. I prefer sock-less anyway...and if I could get away with it I would love to just be naked. I think I've heard Aunt Sharon say that's how mommy was when she was little too.
Last night Aunt Sharon and Uncle D came over to help Daddy fill out some papers for work. We might actually have insurance for the first time, and even though I don't understand what insurance is mommy and daddy sure are happy about it. Daddy made spaghetti last night and mommy made a salad. We all ate dinner, of course I had peas, no spaghetti for me. Then when it was juice time I kept trying to hold my bottle, but since I have glass bottles it was too heavy. Mom solved that problem she put my juice in a cup and I figured it out by myself. Yep I'm 4 months old and I figured out a cup. Pretty smart if I do say so. I know this is something big because mom got out the camera. When the camera comes out I know it's something special. Anyway after dinner and the juice I got a bath and Aunt Sharon helped. I love bath time. Then I ate some more and went to sleep. Aunt Sharon held me while Uncle D and Daddy finished up the paperwork. I enjoyed Aunt Sharon and Uncle D coming over I hope they come back to see me soon!
Ok so I thought I would let everyone know a little bit about what is going on with Daddy's work. He loves it. Every night when he comes home he tells us lots of stuff about what happened at work. There is always something exciting happening there. So I've told you that daddy has to run a mile, do the sit-up, and the push-ups, well they changed it again as far as the time goes. He has less time to do it in, but me and mommy still think he can do it. Daddy didn't have to run yesterday because it was raining. The Major said he just wanted to see how daddy was doing with the running and other stuff. Once he sees Daddy do this stuff he can find out what area he needs to improve in. Daddy has to go to Boot Camp (police academy) soon and he will have to pass it down there but for now he just has to practice, practice, practice. Daddy will probably be leaving in April for his boot camp. He will have to leave out on Sunday night and he won't be back until Friday night. He will have to do that for a month. I know that is gonna be hard on me and mommy but I think I can take care of her. Ok back to the job, the prison had an audit the other day so Daddy had to dress up and he looked like a real police man (ok corrections officer whatever the title is). Of course mom took pictures :) Daddy said everything went great and everyone was impressed daddy was still there. Apparently the prison isn't the easiest place to work. So daddy is off today and tomorrow and then Monday night he starts the night shift and we will get onto a schedule...maybe. He will be working from 5:45 pm to 6 am. I can't wait to see how this works out.
Ok that's all for now. I think I'm gonna wake daddy up so he can spend time with me and mommy now.

FOOD!!!

So last night we did the usual. We waited by the door for daddy to get home. Mom had made grilled BBQ chicken and tater tots. They ate and I kept wondering where is my "food". Then mom had to get out the camera and I knew something big was gonna happen. She went to pantry and got this tiny jar of mush. I thought well that must be something to go in my food. WRONG...that was my food. We didn't go to McDonald's, no Taco Bell, or Long Horn. She grabbed something from the closet and I was supposed to eat it. She got my bowl out and poured this stuff in it. She tasted it and to my surprise she didn't make a face. Then she gave me some. And believe it or not it wasn't that bad. I had butternut squash. Mom said it is one of her favorite vegetables. I loved every bite of it. It's exciting being able to have flavors now. Mom said I would have to eat the same thing for a few days before I can try anything new. I know she's got other kinds of food hiding in that closet and I'm ready for them. After I finished my bowl of food, daddy tried to give me something in a bottle. That was weird. He said it was some kind of juice. Apple I think is what he said. Anyway I wasn't having that. It tasted sour to me.

Last night was pretty exciting besides getting to try food Daddy was off work the next day so we didn't have to be quiet at night. We played and watched tv. I slept with mommy and daddy last night because I was quiet gassy. Yuck. Gas isn't any fun.

This morning we got up and like it used to be we went to Granny and Harold's so mommy and daddy could go walking. Daddy has his physical part of the test Friday (if it doesn't rain). Please say a little prayer that Daddy passes with flying colors! We know he can do it but I'm sure he is nervous about it. Daddy is loving this job and his hours so we really want him to do good! While they were gone walking Granny tried to give me some pear juice but I didn't like it either. Juice is really weird if you ask me.

Well that's all for now. I'm counting down til tonight when I can finish off that jar of baby food :) And when daddy gets home tomorrow he will be off the rest of the week! YAY for extra long weekends!

It's A BIG Day!

This is my 50th post on my blog! Kudos to me for sticking to this blog thing (and a big thanks to those that read it). But more importantly I get to start FOOD TODAY!!!! I'm so excited. This morning mommy had to wake me up (yeah I knew something was going on for her to be waking me up) then she dressed me. She had already gotten ready so once I was dressed we were out the door. After a quick stop at the gas station for gas we headed on to Dr. Whipple's office. Mommy looked so cute with her notebook full of questions (Daddy got called into work so he didn't get to go with us today so mommy wrote all her questions down so she wouldn't forget any). So the first question...can I eat now? Answer YES! Woo hoo dinner time is gonna take on a whole new meaning! I can have 1/2 a jar at dinner or lunch whatever I want! I can also have juice. Man this baby thing might not be quiet so bad after all now that I can actually eat. Dr. Whipple is really amazed at how alert I am and how smart I am. I grabbed his arm as he was looking me over. I cooed at him and then I let out one of those big smiles. Yep I'm a charmer. I am doing great so I don't have to go back until April 2nd. I now weigh 17 pounds and 12 ounces and I'm 23 1/4 inches tall. Dr. Whipple says I'm gonna be tall and handsome just like my daddy. I can't think of any man I would rather be like. We are excited that daddy will be home tonight and he can watch me eat food. What should I start with? Filet Mignon, Catfish, Grilled Chicken...what is that stuff mom is showing me...that's not food that's mush. Oh well I guess I'll start out slow and work my way up to a big mac. Ok I'm sure we will have pictures to show tomorrow of my first food attempt! Come back tomorrow for an update :)

Story Time

This morning I woke up and mom was already getting ready. I figured we were going to Granny and Harold's to do the usual. But then she put me in the car and we didn't go to Granny and Harold's. She kept driving. This is unusual because when it's just me and mom we don't far from home. Aunt Sharon and Uncle D's is usually as far as we go by ourselves. So I was surprised when we pulled up to a place called a library. Apparently this place has tons of books. I wonder if they have as many Dr. Seuss books as I do? I'll have to look into that. Anyway we went inside and I saw a bunch of other kids. I was the littlest one there. Mom had brought me to story time, and we even saw Miss Sara and Nathan there. Miss Sara cuts mommy's hair so it was nice for mommy to see someone she knew. Story time was fun. We played with toys (well the other kids did, mommy didn't want me to put the toys in my mouth so I had my own personal toy from home to play with), then we played with books. We had puppet time too! They sang songs, blew bubbles, we danced, and played peek-a-boo! We had a great time! Our first outing together was a success until we got ready to leave. By then I had gotten hungry so mommy had to drive all the way home with me screaming in the back seat. That makes for an interesting ride home. Sorry mom, but when I'm hungry I'm hungry :) So now we are at Granny's counting down the time til Daddy gets home. Mom made chili so dinner is ready all we have to do is spend time together. Daddy is off tomorrow and thank goodness because I have a doctor's appointment at 8:45 in the morning. Mommy is excited because we will find out what I weigh and if I can start food. She says those are perfect moments for taking pictures. Ok that's all for now I think I hear a nap calling me!