I
apologize for the complete lack of updates and posts. Time just keeps racing
on, faster and faster. Here it is, suddenly mid-August. I have an 8 month old
and am already making plans for his first birthday. I cannot believe it!
Motherhood
truly is one of the most incredible experiences. To see this little person
becoming himself so early and to watch as he grows and changes every day is
amazing. My son is the most remarkable person I know and has had the most profound
impact on my life and I've only known him 8 months! It is so much fun to see
his personality emerging. He is very thoughtful and happy. He prefers to see
the good in things and rarely gets angry. He is very investigative and curious.
He does not fear physical harm. Friends have told me of their cautious children
that are always very conscientious when it comes to physical dangers. Not my
child. He will hit, pull, charge, roll and ram right into anything in his way. Sometimes
he regrets those actions, but he will try again tomorrow. This makes me fear
for him already! I see a dare devil emerging! 
Every day has some new excitement, whether it be a new sound he can make, or being able to do something new with his body. The last few weeks have brought the ability to "cluck" with his tongue and bring himself up to sitting. Humans are really incredible. I crack up seeing his excitement over a new skill.
I am still working full-time and, while there are struggles, it continues to work out for us. I am thankful for an understanding employer that realizes that my child will always come first. For example, today I managed to leave the bag of food for the daycare on the counter and of course did not realize it until we reached the daycare. I did not get scolded for being a half hour late. If I am having a slow day, I go hang out with Loop in the afternoon and no one questions where I have been.
Life is GOOD!
