Frustrating Changes

Nap and bedtime schedules have not returned to normal yet.  We are not sure if it's because Dad is not here or if this is part of a normal change in routine as Bubeaner grows.  For now we are attempting to find new normal schedule.  But it does lead to frustration on our part and fussiness from the Bubeaner.  For now rather than focusing on schedule, we are just trying to make sure he gets the sleep he needs regardless of how and when he sleeps.

Cuddling with Momma.

Bubeaner has been really missing Dad.  He looks at his pictures and asks about him all the time.  As a strange side effect.  He also keeps saying "Mamamamamam" all the time.  We can only assume he wants to make sure Momma does not go away too.

But he has also learned to say that he's one year old!  OK, so he doesn't actually SAY it, but he holds up one finger up when asked his age.  That counts, right?  And, he's almost got down the Hook'Em hand sign too!  It would be awesome if Bubeaner could do that by the time Dad gets back home.

Yup, more Bubeaner and Momma.

He's not letting Momma get too far from him these past fe

Bubeaner is starting gym class again.  We are not sure how excited he will be about it.  But we hope he's enjoys interacting with the other children a little more.  Our main concern is the increase in his tantrums; yes, we are aware that overall, Bubeaner is a well-behaved child and that part of it also has to do with this stage.  And we are blessed that he is sorrounded by many wonderful people that love and dote on him.

However, it cannot be good to be the center of attention ALL the time.  He has Momma, Dad, aunt Pau, and Meme'Licia's full, undivided attention on a daily basis.  Not to mention receiving all the attention from aunt AA and uncle Gary, uncle K, uncle Jeff, and the grandmothers at church when he visits.  He needs more interaction with other children his age.  Hopefully, gym class will help a little and we may start also start dropping him off at daycare (run by friends and former co-workers) on some Saturdays for additional socializing.  We are also considering taking advantage of the church nursery on Thursdays while Momma is with the women's group.  But for now, it's one little step at a time.