Friday Thanks

Henry and I visited Daddy today up at MDA camp (for campers 18 years old +).  Henry had an absolute blast hamming it up for all the campers and counselors.  Today, I feel humbled by how blessed I am to have a happy, healthy son.  I am truly, truly grateful.

By way of an update, this picture of Henry was taken as he rounded the corner while we were playing chase.  Henry LOVES being chased.  We typically go around, around, around, around, the kitchen island, kitchen table, or dining room table (whatever creates a loop).  Periodically I will change direction and catch him going the opposite direction and he squeals with delight.  We are having so much fun together these days. He also particularly likes wheels.  When outside he will go from garbage can to garbage can throughout the neighborhood, so he can touch the wheels.  He also REALLY likes lawn mowers (toy and the real thing),  brooms (preferably the full sized variety), balls (of all sizes), cars and trucks (his Little People tiny vehicles and his toy fire truck in particular), books (The Hungry Caterpillar is a favorite) and water (from any source).

His newest milestone is transitioning to his crib for naps.  The last three days he's been home for nap time he has fallen asleep independently in his crib without fuss.  Until now, someone has always napped with Henry.  Last weekend he was a bit restless when we tried to get him to take a nap so we put him in his crib, and presto, he went to sleep.  Historically he would freak out if we tried to put him in his crib during nap time.  We have been pleasantly surprised with the recent transition, but it also sadly reminds me that he's becoming a big boy.