Baby's First Halloween

Mimi got this onesie for him, and I thought it was sufficient in the way of a costume. We sure didn't go anywhere tonight (except when I went to school), and we're not doing any trick-or-treating yet. He was very, very active when we took these pictures, and it was definitely a team effort just trying to get a recognizable photo and keep Paul from snatching the camera. We managed to get some really good photos, and I think they show the kind of mood he was in today.

Happy Paul

Sometimes all I can do is marvel at what a sweet and happy baby Paul is. He is bright and fun and even has his own little sense of humor. I love him so much it hurts a little.

Paul's First Snow

Paul had his 6 month check up today and on the way home it snowed! It seems a little early for all that, but I'm not from around here... It works out that I finished his jacket today. Here he wearing the jacket I made and he's holding his new book, "Noisy Farm Animals". I don't know if it's a nation-wide thing or just Maine, but he gets a new book at each check up. I really like that.

Sippy Cup

Today was the third time we've tried to give Paul the sippy cup. I only started giving it to him because I heard that it's a good idea to get them used to it early, but not to expect them to actually use it until later. The first time he held it but didn't understand how to drink from it. The second time he drank from it like a champ, but wouldn't hold it. I didn't really expect that he'd understand or be interested in using it all by himself so soon, but this time he figured out how to hold it, tip it up and drink from it! I shouldn't be surprised because this kid wants to do everything himself! Here's the video:

Great Bay 5K

Today was the race. The weather was great for a run (low 50s I think), although some sunshine would have been nice. It didn't rain though, and it was cool and dry. I knew when we were taking these photos that I would be red. After looking at the pix though, it seems I was purple.

It was a big day for me. It's been six months and four days since Paul was born (calendar-wise anyway), and I was able to run a 5K! Ryan pushed Paul, which was great because it freed me up to concentrate on running. Since it has only been six months my goal was just to finish without walking any of it. I not only achieved my goal, but I'm pretty sure I've had later finishing times during previous races. Heather, my friend and Stroller Strides instructor, ran with me and we finished together. I got a little choked up as I crossed the finish line, just thinking about this past year and being pregnant, and giving birth, and starting to get back into shape. I'm really proud of myself, and the example I'm setting for my family.

I know today's entry isn't really about Paul, but I'm glad I did this and that he was there. From what Ryan said, Paul was great during the run (he's definitely used to being in his stroller). I'm just so happy that we were able to go do this as a family.

It's Getting Cold

It's starting to get pretty cold. I made Paul a hat and some reversible fleece pants, and I'm working on the matching jacket. I also have material for another hat. I made the hat he's wearing in this picture.

Paul finally got "peekaboo" today. I've tried it with him a couple of times in the past few weeks, and when I covered my face with a blanket or anything else he just looked away. Today though, I was putting a turtleneck sweater on and said, "where's Paul? Where did he go?" and when I popped my head through I said, "peekaboo!" and he started laughing like crazy. I tried to get it on video later, but he gets really distracted by the camera. Hopefully in the next few days I'll remember to get the camera when he's less distractable.

Ready for His Close-up

He's getting close to figuring out how to go from laying on his tummy to sitting up. He's in the middle stage now where he lays and plays on his side. He reminds me a little of George Castanza in Seinfeld when Kramer takes his photo for the 1-hr photo lady.