Ben has been doing great lately. He made the switch to full feeds with ease and we have been keeping very busy with lots of guests and picnics.
Today, Ben started doing something he hasn't done since he leg break in December of 06. He started expoloring the house! He has been scooting EVERYWHERE and this time, he is doing it with much more curiosity. He really studies everything and notices things he hasn't noticed before. It is so great to see him wondering (by wondering I mean on the floor and on his back of course) and really getting into things the way a little boy should.
His favorite activity today (and there were a lot to chose from) was unrolling the toilet paper. He made his way into the bathroom and was reaching really hard for the roll. The tippy top of his fingers were the only thing that could touch the roll. I let him keep on reaching because his arms are so tight and it was a really good stretch. After enough touches with the tips of his fingers, his dream came true! A square of toilet paper flung over and he snatched it up and gave a big pull. Needless to say, he unraveled the whole roll and had a great time. We will be keeping the door closed to the bathroom in the future but I had to let him have his fun this one time :)
This Thursday through Sunday, Mike and I will be heading to Chicago for the CHARGE Syndrome Conference. I am SO looking forward to it but also very nervous. This will be the first trip Mike and I have taken in 4 years. My mom will be here watching Ben - thanks mom, what would we do without you!
6 comments:
LOVE IT ALL...love the exploring, love the toilet paper playing and love the photos!
AND I love that I am finally going to meet you in person!
Too cute Ben!!! Wait til he finds out how to get into the cabinets Amy! Pasta and popcorn everywhere LOL. Miss you Ben!!
Kim
Aunt Jen said...Ah yes....toilet paper must be Ben's things and wipes Elle's. :) I love it! He looks so adorable wrapped up in all that toilet paper. What a true accomplishment. I'm so glad you thought to get the camera and take a picture. A little Mummy! You will have to bring home over when you get back from CHARGE conference. He loved scooting on my hardwood floors. He's the best swiffer I've ever used. Such the helper Mr. Ben is... :)
Love the pics of Ben covered in the toilet paper!! How cute!
Those pictures are great! Toilet paper AND the shoe... I'm sure Ben was in heaven :)
Aunt Theresa
It was great meeting you this weekend, you are such a sweet and loving person.
Ben great job with the toliet paper!!
Hugs,
Crystal and Eva
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