2009: Its a Wrap

Its been two months since our last blog update and boy have we been busy. Tyson is growing before our eyes and is changing like the seasons. We enjoyed the fall season and spent a lot of time outside. Nick and I didn't enjoy the leaves as much as Tyson, considering we didn't realize our leaf blower had a VACUUM until we were almost done...talk about a workout!

For the month of October, I got crafty and made his Halloween costume. To Nick's demise, I made him the cutest little puppy. Daddy would have much rather he be a superhero, but we have plenty of time for that in the years to come. Year one is the only year you can get away with a puppy costume for a boy, and I took full advantage of it. Hey, what can I say? It turned out pretty good.

We were so looking forward to Tyson's first Christmas, and now it has come and gone. I didn't get all of my decorations/lights up, but I gave it a good try. It was enough work just trying to keep him from pulling the tree down on himself.



Tyson had a photo op with Santa, but didn't seem very interested at all. Seeing all the kids excited about the jolly ol' Saint got me thinking. Are we gonna carry on the imaginary tale of the red and white clothed Kringle? Or will we be "those" parents that explain that mommy and daddy work hard to put presents under the tree and give to those less fortunate. Ummm...I'm thinking the latter. We'll see how it goes though.

With 2009 coming to a close, there's no better time to reflect on the year passing. I like to have a theme going into every new year. 2009 has been the "year of modification" for the Jones family. We await with anticipation 2010 and every blessing that lies on the other side of January 1st. Our prayer is that God will richly bless all of our family and friends and continue to guide us in the way that He would have us go. Peace, blessings, and Merry Christmas!

Let me whip him for you...

Let me set the scene for you. Its Saturday afternoon and Nick and I are out at Opry Mills Mall looking for a romper for Tyson's costume. We happen into Children's Place and find the cutest button-down shirt and vest for holiday photos. As Tyson and I are waiting for Nick to make our purchase, a little boy walks up with his mom. While she has her back turned, perusing the racks, he turns to look at me and then the stroller with Tyson in it. I figure, its harmless, he's just curious. THEN....out of nowhere he looks down at Tyson and lets out a loud ROOOAAARRR!!!!

I said, "What the...!" This kid literally had his hands up in monster-like fashion, trying to scare my baby. Tyson didn't flinch, he just kinda looked at him like, "Who are you and why are you all up in my space?" Now, before you jump to conclusions, no, I didn't hit him. Although, if I'm being completely honest with you, my first instinct was to push him. He was maybe 4 or 5 years old. Isn't that old enough to know better...I don't know.

But anyway, his mom turns around and says, "NO, don't do that. You don't do that to our baby, why would you do it to someone else's? Now say you're sorry." He looks at her and then starts to whimper while burying his face in her thigh. I waited about three seconds for the apology, which didn't come, and then just politely walked off. Aren't cha proud of me???

Everyone that I have told this story is convinced that this little boy does, in fact, do this to his little brother or sister and the parents just don't know about it. I definitely believe that to be the case as well. Has your child ever just completely embarrassed you in public? Please share your horror story.

Quick Update

So its Sunday evening about 10:00..Tyson is tucked away..Nick is at the Titans game (they'll be 0-5 before I even finish this post)..and I should be in bed. I just had to send out a quick post since Tyson had his check up this week.

He is now 15lbs 6oz and 27 1/4 inches long. Doctor B said he is right on track developmentally and a little longer than average. Stage 2 foods are next up on the menu.

I've been supplementing with formula since my milk had all but come to a screeching halt. After calling the Lactation Center, getting a quick motivational speech about not giving up, and taking a trip to GNC for Fenugreek, I am reenergized about continuing my misadventure in nursing. I do know, when the time comes, I will miss our "special" bonding time together. There are absolutely no regrets.

I did say that this was a quick post right? Well here are a few pics of Tyson with his new activity center. He seems to really enjoy it. He's gonna love it even more once I go and purchase some batteries for it...LOL!