Double ear infection

So, what we thought was a cold and teething…really is a double ear infection.  Our poor little guy is such a trooper and putting up with pain most kiddos would be furious about.  His disposition has been pretty happy for the most part and he never ran a fever, so we just assumed he had a cold.  Until the past few days when he stopped eating well and stopped sleeping well – we knew something was up.  He’s on an antibiotic now, so hopefully we’ll kick this soon!

 Still smiling through the ouchy ears, stuffy nose, and coughs...what a trooper!

Welcome Home!

Move in day was September 18.  It’s so nice to finally be in OUR home, the home that we plan to raise our babies in and make many memories.  Boxes are still everywhere, but we are in – and that’s what counts.  We love all the space, the pool, the kitchen, the basement, the yard, the neighborhood…it feels like home already.  Coffee maker is plugged in, beds are made, and shower curtains are up – that’s all we need for now.  Thanks to Annie for coming in for the weekend and helping with Nash while we made the move – it was so nice to know Nash was well cared for and getting lots of extra cuddles while we were busy packing and moving.

8 months old!

Our Nash man just continues to get cuter by the month, I swear he does.  He is so busy and so full of life, he is hard to keep up with sometimes!  We wouldn’t have it any other way, and it is such a joy to get to watch him grow and learn and become a sweet little boy.

• Nash is starting to eat more solids now...he's enjoying puffs and veggie crisps and dried fruit crumbles...things that easily melt in his mouth.  He does pretty well with them, and Roscoe is there to be SURE nothing hits the ground. 
• The bottle routine has stayed pretty much the same, although with new teeth coming in - he's not quite as excited about his bottle some days.  
• We've introduced a sippy cup, and he's doing OK with it....just not very interested at this point.  I'm sure it will come with time, but right now he'd rather just play with it and bang it around.  And of course we haven't found ones that don't leak...
• Nash's favorite toys are growing in size...he's now playing with toys that he pushes around.  Yes, you read that right.  PUSHES.  As in, walks behind the sucker as it moves across the room.  Anyone with tips on how to persuade an 8 month old he doesn't need to grow up so fast?
• Still in size 3 diapers, but becoming quite the wiggle worm during diaper changes.  The twist is officially perfected. 
• We are celebrating Nash's 8 month birthday by  moving into the new house...so we're packing around here.  As I said before...I'm sure we're in for another big adjustment time in the sleep department, but at least we know this one should be for good.
• We'll visit the Dr. next month for his 9 month well baby visit, so we're not quite sure how big Nash is, but he's by far the smallest one of his age at daycare.  His buddies Eli, Adaya, and Lanie are quite the chunkers!  

 

 Quite the cute cheeseball, huh?

 Soaking in some sun with Nannie

Smiling for Opa

Family pic before mom and dad left for a wedding...Nannie and Opa watched Nash for the night.

So, Nash's "red" hair doesn't hold a candle to Tony's...

We're going with strawberry blond.  :)

On the move!

So, I sat Nash down on his blanket to play with his toys while I made some coffee – a pretty normal routine for us.  But on this day, before I even had the coffee beans in the grinder, I felt a little tug at my leg.  Nash Thomas…at my side.  This little guy is fast!  Roscoe doesn’t quite know what to do now that his little sidekick is on the move.  Not sure mom and dad know what to do either…he’s growing up so fast!

Nash’s First Tooth (Teeth!)

Nash’s first tooth came in about two weeks before his second one, but the little stinker wouldn’t let us get a picture of the first, lone, solitary tooth.  So here is a pic of a two!  

Nash's First Day of School

So, the day came...and tears were shed (only by momma)...but we all survived.  And I think he's going to love it.  It was definitely harder for me...

We started Nash at daycare today - a Bright Horizons center associated with the Dollar General world headquarters - so we could both transition to a new schedule before I go back to work next Monday.  I can take him when he wakes up in the mornings, and pick him up whenever I can't stand being away from him anymore.  Not sure what I'll do with myself for the week...maybe a nap?  some shopping?  That all feels so selfish though...if I'm home, I want to be with my favorite little man.

Digressing...I really do think he'll love it.  He jumped right in and started playing with the other kiddos who are all right around his age.  His teachers are very loving and didn't make me feel like a wacko for being so concerned about him.   The room is so much fun - bright and cheery (and most importantly - VERY clean), he's going to be so entertained, it will be great.

I dropped him off around 10 and picked him up at 3...maybe by the end of the week we'll work up to a full day?

Fat chance..
:)

Hubba and Mark visit Nashville!

Jill (aka Hubba) and Mark came to visit us in Nashville...we had originally hoped to be in the house by the time they visited - that obviously didn't happen!  We knew regardless of where we were, we'd have a great time - and we definitely did.  Nash had a great time and got lots of extra cuddles from Hubba and Mark, while Roscoe and Tex couldn't get enough of each other.  We hung out at the pool on Saturday afternoon and got to show them the house.  We even managed to score a babysitter on Saturday night and headed out downtown for a yummy adults only dinner and some time on Broadway St downtown.  We had such a fun time, but it is painfully obvious that I (I have to speak only for myself) am not in "college" condition anymore.  Whew!  Or maybe it was that Nash still woke up at 6 am...he didn't quite understand the late night scenario.  He did great with the babysitter though, and we will definitely continue to use Miss Jordan - she's great with Nash.

Jill and Mark - thanks for making the drive down...we love you and can't wait to see you soon!

 Matt, Mark, Hubba

Nash and Mark

 Jill and Nash sharing some laughs

 Ball.  Must have ball.

 Tex and Roscoe...imagine the barking.

7 month update

Our love bug is 7 months old...can you believe it?  Here is a recap of our favorite little boy at 7 months old:

• Homemade baby food is by far Nash's favorite - peas, carrots, sweet potatoes, apples, pears...loves them all.  I steamed them, pureed them to a nice consistency in the food processor and froze them in ice cube trays - worked great and he LOVES them!  We'll see how often I have time for that, considering we're getting ready for another move!
• Nash is still on sensitive formula and taking about 4 bottles a day with food for breakfast and dinner.  Usually about 6 ounces every bottle.
• Nash has officially outgrown some of his baby gear - namely the swing and the bouncer...he can wiggle himself to the point they'd flip if we weren't right there!  To storage they go...
• Size 3 diapers are now in stock at the Murphy household, and we really liked the Sam's Club brand.  We've gotten to the point where we're not picky about what he wears...we don't seem to have a problem with blowouts (knock on wood).  Huggies, club brand, Pampers - whatever is on sale!  
• Now that we're nice and comfortable and settled in the apartment...Nash is sleeping well once again.  Of course that means we'll be moving soon (hopefully in a few weeks!) and the process will start over.  Whew!  We're ready to be in a permanent place, that's for sure! 
• In the cute department...he tops the charts.  He's so interactive now and absolutely recognizes mommy and daddy.  What a great feeling! 

Quickly outgrowing the lion.

So cuddly in the mornings

 Poolside with Daddy and Roscoe dog

Cooling off with mom

Sweet and sleepy

Our new house!

We have officially closed on our house...we're so excited!  We have a list of things we want to do before we move in, and we're going to do our best to be sure those things happen - especially because we don't have to vacate our apartment until the end of September.  We are thrilled that none of the other places we put offers in on worked out - this one is perfect for us.  It's the area of town we wanted, the schools we wanted, plenty of backyard for Roscoe dog, a huge pool, a covered deck, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, updated kitchen, gorgeous hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling in the living room....the only thing I could ask for is a bigger master closet!  :)

Hopefully we'll be moved in by mid September...

"What's your emergency?"

In my 29 1/2 years of life, I've never dialed 911.  Nash has me beat - by a long shot.  Not even 7 months old...he made his first emergency call to 911.  No, I'm not kidding.

Roscoe was asleep on the bed, Nash was playing on the floor with toys (and obviously my phone was lying there too) - I thought I probably had a few seconds to steal away to use the restroom.  As I'm washing my hands, I hear my phone ringing and rush out to answer it.  "Emergency dispatch, what's your emergency ma'am?" 

To say I was a bit shocked was an understatement...as I explained to the woman the only people around were my 6 month old and my Labrador retriever.  As I begged her not to send any emergency vehicles to our apartment, Nash played quietly on the floor as if he was completely innocent.  Thankfully, after speaking to a supervisor - I convinced them there really was NO emergency and that we did not need a police officer, EMT, or a fireman to come to our rescue.

Nash man...you little bugger!
:)