What a big boy...

I was looking at Fred today, and I am just so amazed by him! It's amazing to think that he hasn't always been here. It's also so crazy to think how consumed by him I feel. I love him so much, and today I was thinking about how much he has changed. Looking at these pictures really kind of freaked me out.
The bear was delivered to me along with beautiful roses on Valentine's Day this year. Fred's Dad sure is sweet!
These were taken when Fred was about a week old (end of April).



These were taken when Fred was a month and a few days old (end of May).



This one two months and a few days (end of June).


This one I took today. What a difference!


Wow. What a cuddlebug! I can't believe how much he has changed!

A new obsession, a new friend, and some time at the new house

Fred LOVES playing on the floor gym. I can't blame him a bit, it looks like a lot of fun, and I always have a good time with Fred. However, today I laid down right next to him to see exactly which toy had him so entertained.



After following his line of sight I became completely positive as to what was holding his attention.

Hmmm...

This afternoon Danielle and her nephew William came over to play. It was William's 3 month birthday! How fun!


After time with them, Fred and I went over to the new house. I love that they are so close now! Now we've got to finish the huge task of getting everything else out of the old house...

Then after we got home Fred spent some time cuddling with Fred's Dad in the glider.


I sure do love these boys!

Softball game, Grammy & Grandpa's new house, and time with Aunt Holly and Uncle Matthew

Today was a good time! Way too hot!
First off, the Sandlot Sluggers were victorious! Woohoo! Fred had a great time at the game passing between his grandma's and his uncle.





His friend Jayden was there too, so there were some good times to be had... until Jayden sat in Fred's Grammy's lap.


He was not too happy about sharing her lap!



After the softball game we went to dinner with Fred's Grammy, Grandpa, and Uncle Phillip. Then we took a trip over to look at Grammy, Grandpa, and Uncle Phillip's new house.

We were greeted at the door by Phillip, who let us know that...
"No one sees the wizard. No way, no how!"

Matthew and Holly came and met us at the house. As always, Fred was happy to see them. He sure does love them a lot!




Then we came home and Fred and Holly spent some time rocking. Much to Holly's surprise, Fred fell right asleep in her arms. :-)


It was a very fun and exciting day!

A laugh, some time with Great Uncle Bill, and an exciting lunch with friends...

Tuesday was the most adorable day in my history. Fred and I started our day early and said good-bye to Fred's dad. After some time playing and a nap, I realized that my baby needed a bath.
This particular day I decided that Fred needed to sit in his tub, not lay on the newborn place. This is probably the only thing that he's graduated to that I didn't feel sad about. I sat him in the lukewarm water, and was rewarded with a big open mouthed grin...
Then a giggle.
I laughed and he jumped. We looked at eachother again, and again Fred gave me a big mouth grin and another giggle. I felt like falling over! I grabbed a camera and there he sat with a big serious look on his face.
Boo.
After we got the bath we played for a while then headed over to Fred's Grammy's house. It's always a good time with Fred when he gets to spend time with his Grammy and Uncle Phillip.
After a while Fred and I headed down the street to visit with Christy, Mr. Gordon, and Glinda. They were having an office pool party, and it was a good time. I think Fred was disappointed that I wouldn't let him go swimming though... :-(

Wednesday was a great day with something new. Fred and I went to visit with Fred's Great Uncle Bill. He had a wonderful time with Uncle Bill, playing with the puppies...


Watching t.v....


napping...


and looking at the awesome fish (the big one is Mufasa).


After visiting with Uncle Bill, Fred went home and spent some time with his grandma while his parents went to softball practice. Fred was very excited to see his grandma.


Today, Thursday, was a good time. We got up early and got to Grammy's house to take her to the dentist. Fred wasn't very entertained in the waiting room, he ate a bottle, cried a little bit, then went to sleep. Then we headed to Roma's for our weekly lunch with good friends. Chelsi and Carter and Sara and Claire all joined the group today, so it was very good. Fred enjoyed a bottle, some crying, a nap, and some time visiting with his little friends.

Fred and Carter


Sara and Claire with Fred and Fred's Mommy


Fred, Lauren, Claire


Fred and his future mother-in-law


The happiest boy I know


Fred, Fred's future sister-in-law(Madison), and Fred's future wife (Lauren)

Afterwards we had a very enjoyable game session and dinner with Fred's future inlaws.
Now Fred is sleeping soundly in his bed and I'm blogging furiously away. He giggled awake for the second time today at The Hardins' house, and his dad was there to see and hear. It was wonderful. :-) Fred's giggle is so sweet and it fills my heart. What a cliche sounding statement, but it's true. It is almost like when I first heard him cry in the hospital. I remember that sound and the way that his cry made me feel. I was so shocked, it was so small, so beautiful. The first time he smiled it made me warm and so happy! I still feel that way when he smiles at me.

Oh, and speaking of Fred's Dad...

Shopping and meeting lots of people!

Yesterday and today have been VERY busy days for Baby Fred.
Let's start by saying that three out of the last four nights Fred has slept through the night! Last night was the first time that I did, and imagine my shock this morning when I realized that it was not two thirty or three in the morning! Woah!
Yesterday Fred's dad, Fred, and I went shopping at the outlet shops in Allen. It was such a fun day to just walk the shops! I hated that I forgot the camera, Fred's dad looked so sweet carrying Fred in the baby backpack. Fred was enjoying being out and about and looking at all the interesting people that were there. :-)
When we got home the boys worked hard grilling some chicken that turned out wonderfully!

Fred and his dad grilling




Penny was enjoying grilling also.


Then she got sleepy and wanted to watch some t.v.

After dinner Fred and I spent some time reading what he has dubbed as the book he will pay attention to the longest...


Reading "Slowly, Slowly, Slowly, Said the Sloth"

Then Fred spent some time in the Bumbo chair... Fred hasn't completely decided if he enjoys the chair yet, it's really a hit or miss.


As long as he has his hands these days, he's entertained...



Today Fred and I got going early, and we headed to pick up Fred's Grammy, then we went to Plano to pick up some parts for Fred's Dad's dirt bike. Then we went and met Fred's Dad for lunch with many ladies and gentlemen from his work. It was a very enjoyable lunch and Fred met many new people. We ran into Ms. Vera, who we had planned on seeing later that afternoon, and Fred was pleased as punch to meet her!
After lunch we ran a few more errands that included going and seeing Fred's Great Aunt Marsha. Trips to the bank are always a good time, and Fred LOVES seeing everyone there!
Today we finished turning in all of my things to LISD, and that included taking a trip to technology for some more visiting with the very nice people there! Fred and I both enjoy visiting there very much, everyone is always so nice!
After that our errands were finished, and it was time for some fun in Grammy's pool! Fred is really taking to the water, and that makes me so happy! I can only hope he'll take to thrill rides the same way when he gets taller! :-)
When we left we realized that poor Penny stunk worse than anything you can imagine. Thankfully Fred's Dad is so wonderful, and gave her a bath!

Penny getting a bath


Penny sitting so nice! That NEVER happens!

Then it was time for some Guitar Hero Aerosmith (2 whole songs). It was so funny, Fred was close to his dad talking and kicking the whole time the songs were playing. I'm positive he's an Aerosmith song too! He's got GREAT taste in music!


What a long and busy day!

Fun day at the softball park...

Today Fred got to go to the first softball game of the new season. Not due to any lack of effort on the Sandlot Sluggers' part, we were defeated. :-( Fred sat with Miss Angie, his two grandmas, and his Aunt Carla and cheered us on. It was an exciting day outside for Baby Fred.
Thank you to Fred's Aunt Carla for taking some great pictures!

Fred on his Grandma's shoulder


Fred's Mom and Dad


Fred hanging out watching... well, watching his Grandma at the game


Fred hanging out watching... well, watching his Grammy at the game


Fred cooling off and taking a nap after the game.

After the softball game Fred went to dinner with his Grandma and Aunt Carla, and then went over to his future in-laws house for some cards and singing. Fred of course was put to sleep by the angelic voices... :-)
He's such a sweet angel.