Forever Summer

I haven't written for the entire summer?!? So much has happened. We went to Gatlinburg, Dallas, I went to Palm Springs. We went swimming, ate snow cones, went to Bouncin Bears. Celebrated the 4th of July with lots of fireworks. We skipped naps. We went to bed late. Cruz started pretending a lot. He goes to the store to get chicken nuggets, apple juice, and coffee. He loves Team Umizoomi, frozen, big hero 6 and got to see Minions in the movie theater. Cruz gets his hair cut a lot and still loves the fun bus. He loves to play "bad guys". Nightly we wear masks and have our light saber and swords and try not to "die" although we can get our powers back by stealing the light saber.  Cruz loves to test me although when trying he is s good listener. It was a few short months ago that I would rock him to sleep. Now we read stories and I lay in the big bear while he asks me for water or demands another book. I eventually tell him that I am tired. I kiss him good night and he goes to sleep on his own. I love him with all my hear. He tests me every day but is the best reason I do what I do. He has grown up so much since May. The makes me proud to be his mommy. 

Almost June

I feel like Cruz has been talking in full sentences for a long time although I feel like it's been gradual. 

He says "do you hear that?" a lot. It is adorable!

We cut his hair shorter a few weeks ago. Most mornings I take a picture of him. Now he initiates it:)

This little boy has me whole heart 

Sleep?!? Donuts

It's almost 3 am. I've been in Cruz's room for about an hour and a half. I ended up telling him if he goes to sleep I will buy him donuts in the morning. This is the first time I've used this tactic. Probably not the last. Go night night Cruzer 

Zzzzz .... So far no crying. 

Just a few minutes longer

Cruz is fast asleep in my arms however I am cherishing the quietness and comfor of him. I may not spend every moment with him however the time that I do I savor it. He stopped falling asleep in my arms however just started to again. I love you baby.

 

2!!!!

Where has the time gone my little baby?!?  Every day you make me proud. I am amazed at how smart you are, witty, and sly. I love you more than you will ever know. 

Almost two!

How is this possible. Cruz will be two in exactly one week. 

Potty!

Today Cruz pooped in the potty for the first time. Just 3 days shy of turning 23 months old. I am very proud of him. Of course he pooped a lot this weekend because he's eaten a millon berries (his fav). 

Cuddles

It's Wed and I am sitting in the rocking chair with Cruz as he let's me rock him to sleep. Every night I ask him and most often he says no. Tonight is rare with my 22 month old.  I love the snuggles. 

And so it starts

I just started back at Frannies. I am working 7 to 4 to avoid traffic and to be able to pick up Cruz from school. Traffic was a bear. At school his teacher told me that he was asking for me all day. I know this will get easier I imagine but right now it's hard. Tonight Cruz asked for a kiss when I was tucking him in. I gave him lots of hugs and kisses. I also explained that mommy has to go to work before he wakes up and I asked if he wanted me to say goodbye in the morning. I know he doesn't understand it yet but it helps me that I explained this to him. Life is full of twists and turns. Right now this direction is what God has mapped out. Glad He has my back. Little baby you are the best piece of me. I started at Frannies unmarried and without children. I am flooded with memories being back especially being pregnant with Cruz. They have supported me in all my roles and I do appreciate that! My most important role is mother and they understand that too.